Nikki McKibbin
Pop Singer
Singer and songwriter who gained acclaim as the third place finisher during the inaugural season of American Idol in 2002. She would go on to release her debut album Unleashed in 2007 before passing away in November 2020 from a brain aneurysm.
She first appeared on the international singing competition reality series Popstars. She auditioned for American Idol with the song "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor.
In 2005, she appeared on Fear Factor, Battle of the Network Reality Stars, and E!'s Kill Reality. She toured with metal band Rivethead during her 2007 promotional tour for her album.
Her husband's name was Craig. Her son Tristan also made it to Hollywood on American Idol.
She competed against Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini during the 1st season of American Idol in 2002.