Nikki Blonsky

Actress in Hairspray and singer

Nikki Blonsky - Actress in Hairspray and singer
Born

November 9th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress, singer, and dancer, made a significant debut in the 2007 film Hairspray, playing the lead role of Tracy Turnblad. The performance earned a Screen Actors Guild Award along with nominations for several others. In addition to film work, participated in theater productions and released music, expanding the artistic repertoire over the years. His contributions to Broadway included performances in productions such as Hairspray Live! and she has appeared in several television shows.

Played Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray

Received Screen Actors Guild Award

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