Mindy Cohn Partner, Friends & Family: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Mindy Cohn is best known for playing Natalie Green on “The Facts of Life” and recently revealed she has been battling cancer for a second time. The actress shared the update in an emotional social media post, thanking those closest to her for their support. Here’s what you need to know.

1. Mindy Cohn Shared a Health Update and Thanked Her Support System

Cohn revealed her latest health battle in an Instagram post on April 19 after stepping away from social media.

“Have been off social media for awhile’ cuz i had to go kick cancer’s ass,” she wrote.

She also credited her medical team, adding, “I did so with the extraordinary help of Providence Saint John’s hospital staff, especially my nurses Finja, Patty and Courtney and my hero, the phenomenal oncology surgeon @antonbilchik.”

Cohn thanked her close circle, writing, “Thank you to my family especially my cherished @tarakarsian @johnwstewart @gregoryzarian who have been my advocates and always on the ready to help me when it’s ‘my turn.’”

2. Cohn Has Always Kept Her Personal Life Private

Cohn has never married and does not have children. She has consistently kept her romantic life out of the public eye.

Instead, she has spoken about the importance of chosen family and close friendships throughout her life.

After her first cancer diagnosis in 2012, Cohn focused on recovery and maintaining a strong support system.

3. Mindy Cohn Calls Close Friends Her ‘Family by Choice’

Cohn has long leaned on friends for support, especially during health challenges.

When she was first diagnosed with breast cancer, she lived with Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Brent Ridge.

“They are my family,” Cohn told People in 2017. “I have my parents, who have always been there for me. And then I have my family by choice, which includes them. We’ll be in each others’ lives forever.”

4. The ‘Facts of Life’ Star Has Ties to High-Profile Hollywood Friends

Cohn has also been linked to longtime friendships with Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.

A source previously told Us Weekly that she was named a godmother to two of their children, though Cohn has not publicly confirmed that role.

When asked about it during an appearance on “Watch What Happens Live,” she declined to answer, choosing to “plead the 5th.”

5. Mindy Cohn Received Support From Hollywood After Her Announcement

In the comment section of her Instagram announcement, Cohn received messages of support from several celebrities.

Rosie O’Donnell wrote, “U got this girl.”

Jerry O’Connell added, “Love you, Mindy! Here whenevs you need us!”

Other stars, including Helen Hunt, Octavia Spencer, Lucy Hale, and Geena Davis, also shared messages of encouragement.

Cohn concluded her post with a message of resilience, writing, “Onwards! (Expletive) Cancer!”

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