Nikki Webster Biography

Introduced to the world as the girl who flew at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games; Nikki has had an extremely successful music-recording career with ARIA nominated gold and platinum hits. She has been the face of a range of makeup for young teens, The face of Movie World Theme Park, was named #10 on Who Weekly's ‘Power List’, Is a Mo' and Variety Heart Award winner, played the dream role of Dorothy in the multi-million dollar Australian production of ‘Wizard of Oz', had the highest selling teens clothing range at Kmart and she's only 25-years-old.

At just 25 years of age, Nikki has already made an indelible mark on the Australian Entertainment Industry as well as winning the hearts of countless throughout the world. After her outstanding performance at both the Opening and Closing ceremonies of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, Nikki received her own Olympic Gold from the successful release of the Olympic hit singles We'll Be One and Under Southern Skies. Not only has Nikki featured in numerous commercials she also performed a duet with Michael Jackson, toured with productions of Aladdin, Cinderella, Les Miserables and The Sound of Music.

The past 12 years for NIKKI WEBSTER read like this:

2000 Nikki was offered an exclusive worldwide recording contract with Gotham Records/BMG.

2001 Nikki was launched as the face of Jager; It's a Girl Thing, skincare and beauty range for teens.

Nikki's first pop single ‘Strawberry Kisses' became one of the biggest selling Australian singles of the year opening at No.2 and going on to be a double platinum hit.

Her debut album ‘Follow Your Heart' followed with platinum status and took Nikki on a promotional tour throughout Australia, Europe and Asia. ‘Follow Your Heart' and ‘Strawberry Kisses' were ARIA nominated in the Highest Selling Album/Single categories.

She was also awarded the John O'Keefe Encouragement Award at the prestigious Mo' Awards, and the Variety Heart Award for Young Entertainer of the Year.

With her in-demand success, Nikki began making guest appearances all over Australia and became the spokesperson for a number of different charities including The Spastic Centre of NSW, Camp Quality and the Kids Helpline.

2002 Nikki released her second album Bliss with two Gold hit singles. She also scored the dream role of Dorothy in the multi-million dollar Australian production of 'Wizard of Oz’, which toured the East coast of Australia on a sell-out 18 month run. In Late 2002 Nikki was named #10 on Who Weekly's entertainment industry ‘power list’ and also became the face of the Movie World Theme Park.

2003 brought an invitation from Disney to record a cover of 'I Wanna Be Like You' for the Australian version of ’The Jungle Book 2' soundtrack. Nikki co-choreographed the clip and helped design outfits. Kmart found out about Nikki's interest in clothing design and approached her about designing a range for the tween market. (5-10 year-olds) Nikki then began the hunt for fashion samples throughout the USA and Europe. Her first clothing label was released nationwide with instant success through Kmart stores in August 2003.

2004 Nikki embarked upon her first full-length concert tour. With the release of her third Album ‘Let's Dance' Nikki juggled recording, performing and designing her fashion range along with studying for her high school certificate.

2005 Nikki's profile took a dramatic turn when she was asked to participate in the popular Channel 7 series Dancing with the Stars. The public interest was sparked yet again with her development into a young woman. To celebrate turning 18 The Best of Nikki Webster Album and Bonus DVD was released allowing Nikki to salute her past and free her to explore the future with a new direction in recording and to discover other avenues within the entertainment industry.

2005 also took Nikki to China where she performed the Australian National Anthem along with three of her own hit singles for the V8 Super Car Shanghai. The performance was televised live on Network 10 and around the globe to millions from the USA to Europe. After China, Nikki headed straight to Los Angeles, USA, where she worked with renowned songwriters and record producers. She has put together a fantastic team to develop her unique sound and direction to transform and broaden her horizons and phenomenal career.

2007 Nikki returned to Australia to continue her writing. In May she played the lead role of Sheila in the musical ‘HAIR’ followed by starring as Maureen in the musical 'Rent’.

2008 Nikki focused her full attention to building and opening a performing arts studio with her brother Scott. Dance @ Nikki Webster has quickly become Australia's Premier performing arts studio.

In mid 2009 Nikki Webster’s much anticipated new single "Devilicious", debuted at No.1 On the Australian Independent Charts, No. 5 on the ARIA Physical Sales Chart this week (and No. 1 in NSW!). The single produced by Peter Rafelson (Madonna, Britney Spears) and Mike Rizzo (Beyoncé and Akon) heated up the dance floor as it debuts at No. 12 on the Dance & No. 24 on the Club charts this week! Devilicious also debuted at No. 14 on the Australian Artist Chart.

In 2010 Nikki Webster launched a Talent Agency for kids. Talent @ Nikki Webster, a new cutting edge Talent and Modeling agency for kids offering entertainment representation to a select number of performers – all under the age of 17yrs. Nikki’s clients have starred in Annie, Mary Poppins, and she represents Alana Mansour who stars in steven speilberg’s Terra Nova.

2012 Saw Nikki’s empire expanding, she opened a new dance studio in Erina on the Central Coast in January.

Nikki has just finished recording her brand new album - full of edgy pop tracks and is looking forward to a release date.

Her new dance single Long Hot Summer, is the new summer hit of Europe - making a huge splash in the European dance world.