Nikki Blonsky became internationally famous when she starred as Tracy Turnblad in the critically acclaimed film Hairspray in 2007. Her performance led to several accolades including a Golden Globe nomination and a Critic’s Choice Award for Best Actress.

Born and raised in New York, Blonsky participated in productions of Les Miserables, Sweeney Todd, Carmen, and Kiss Me, Kate throughout high school. Her first professional acting role came as Tracy Turnblad in the box office smash Hairspray. Acting alongside established names like John Travolta and Queen Latifah, Blonsky stole the show and earned widespread critical acclaim. She was nominated for numerous awards including an MTV Movie Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Golden Globe Award. At the 2007 Critic’s Choice Movie Awards, she was recognized as the year’s Best Young Performer and as part of the Best Acting Ensemble.

In 2009, Blonsky co-starred in the MTV series Valemont. She was then cast as the lead character in the ABC Family series Huge. Blonsky also appeared in episodes of Ace of Cakes, Ugly Betty, Rocco’s Dinner Party, and Smash, as well as films such as Queen Sized, Harold, and Geography Club. In 2020, she revealed that she was gay in a widely-shared TikTok video. A talented actress and singer with a passionate fanbase, Nikki Blonsky is an iconic American entertainer.