While I couldn't find any information on Nicole Aniston playing a role as a stepmom on screen, her personal life may provide some insight. Nicole Aniston's husband, Michael Linder, has a daughter from a previous relationship. This makes Nicole a stepmom to Linder's daughter.
Cinematic portrayals are moving toward the academic and legal reality that a blended family is a deliberate construction—one formed when partners choose to make a life together with children from previous relationships. By showcasing these challenges, from name-identity issues to the integration of "step" and "half" siblings, modern cinema validates the experiences of the millions of real-world families navigating similar complexities. The Blended Family | Psychology Today nicole aniston stepmom