Nikki Blonsky's Awards and Accomplishments

Nikki Blonsky is a well-known actress, born and raised in the United States. She is most famous for her role in the 2007 film rendition of the hit musical, "Hairspray." She caught the public eye with her standout performance alongside stars like John Travolta and Amanda Bynes. This breakout role gave her the recognition she needed to become a successful actress.

Reception of "Hairspray" by critics and fans

The film was incredibly well-reviewed by critics and scored a 91 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, putting it close to the very top of the year's best-rated films. It got the highest box office opener of any other musical comedy, and remains a cult classic with a dedicated following. For her role as Tracy Turnblad, Nikki Blonsky received a Critic's Choice Award for Best Young Actress and another for Best Ensemble Cast. She was recognized among the many other stars of the film for her distinct voice and magnetic personality.

Life after "Hairspray"

After her role in "Hairspray," Nikki went on to appear in several different TV shows, including "Ugly Betty" and the short-lived ABC show "Huge." She also starred in "Queen Sized," a TV movie that received positive reviews from the critics, a comedy called "Harold" and "Waiting for Forever," an American romantic comedy.

Nikki Blonsly continues to work in the film industry and onstage, always ready to dazzle her audiences with another amazing performance. She made her dream of starring in "Hairspray" come true, and she has many more dreams she wants to make a reality.