Niko Pepaj is an Albanian-American actor and model born on April 6, 1991, in Detroit, Michigan.
Of Albanian descent, he spent his early years in Michigan before moving to Southern California at the age of 14.
Niko’s journey from a sports-loving teenager to a recognized figure in Hollywood reflects his adaptability and determination.
Today, at 34 years old, he continues to thrive in both his professional and personal life, balancing a successful career with entrepreneurial ventures and family ties.
Siblings
Niko has one sibling, his sister Eva Lauren Pepaj, who is also a notable figure in the entertainment world.
Eva, born on June 12, 1985, in Tirana, Albania, is an actress and model with a significant presence both on-screen and online.
She has appeared in projects such as Piranha 3D, Hollywood Heights, and The Player, accumulating 11 acting credits throughout her career.
Eva is married to actor Javier Gabriel (also known as Joseph Atash), and together they have a son, Odin Tom Atash, born on July 29, 2016, in Los Angeles.
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Career
Niko’s career began in the modeling world after he relocated to Los Angeles following his 2009 graduation from Canyon Crest Academy in San Diego, where he excelled in baseball, basketball, and lacrosse.
His good looks quickly landed him gigs with prominent brands such as PacSun, Supercuts, and Sketchers, and he worked with agencies like DT Model Management.
A notable early highlight was his appearance as Selena Gomez’s love interest in her 2010 music video for “A Year Without Rain,” marking his entry into the broader entertainment sphere.
Transitioning to acting, Niko debuted in 2010 with a role in Dora and Diego’s 4-D Adventure Catch That Robot Butterfly.
His television career took off with recurring roles such as Frankie in ABC Family’s Bunheads (2012-2013), Sergio in MTV’s Awkward (2011-2016), and Paxton Curtis in How to Get Away with Murder (2014-2020).
He also starred as Nico Velli in the TV movie My Super Psycho Sweet 16: Part 3 (2012).
More recently, Niko has gained recognition for his role as Officer Miguel Alfaro in CBS’s S.W.A.T., a series that was renewed for an eighth season after surviving cancellation threats, reflecting its strong fanbase.
Beyond acting, Niko has ventured into entrepreneurship, opening two barbershops—Buzzed Barbers—in Pasadena and Sherman Oaks, showcasing his multifaceted ambitions.
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