Kimberly Crossman

Kimberly Crossman, a multifaceted actress, author, presenter, producer, writer, director, dancer, and stand-up comedian, first captivated audiences as Sophie McKay on the New Zealand soap opera ‘Shortland Street’ from 2007 to 2012. Her early career also saw her recognized as ‘Best rising star’ in 2006 by fans, building on a foundation in performing arts that included captaining the Total Cheerleading Senior Elite team in 2005, which achieved sixth place at The Cheerleading Worlds during a competitive tour of the United States. Further showcasing her dramatic range, Crossman appeared in the short film ‘Beyond Belief’ in 2008. Transitioning to Los Angeles, Crossman broadened her creative scope by studying comedy at The Groundlings, complementing her diverse on-screen and behind-the-scenes work.

She expanded her presenting portfolio by hosting a special for the Teen Choice Awards in 2010 and co-presenting ‘Cadbury Dream Factory’ in 2014. Additionally, she lent her voice and presence to radio as a co-host on Classic Hits in 2012 alongside Jason Reeves and Justin Brown. Her acting career continued with significant television roles, including Stacey on ‘Step Dave’ in 2014 and appearances in ‘Funny Girls’ from 2015 to 2016. On the big screen, Crossman starred in the horror-comedy ‘Deathgasm’ in 2015 and was announced to co-star in ‘Sue Sue in the City,’ a spin-off of ‘The Middle,’ in 2018.

Her ongoing work continues to span film, television, and digital platforms, cementing her reputation as a dynamic and influential talent across multiple creative disciplines.