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Nicky WhelanAustralian actress and model
Date of Birth: 10.05.1981
Country:  Australia |
Content:
- Nikki Whelan: Australian Actress and Model
- Breakthrough in Acting
- Hollywood Success
- Diversity in Roles
- Science Fiction and Action
- Thrillers and Horrors
- Romantic Comedies
- Personal Life
- Present Work
Nikki Whelan: Australian Actress and Model
Early Life and Modeling CareerNikki Whelan, an Australian actress and model, was born in Cranbourne, Victoria, on May 10, 1981. She began her career as a fashion model, appearing on the covers of magazines such as Ralph, FHM, and Maxim. Whelan was recognized as a "Sports Model of the Year" twice in Australia for her drag-racing competitions in her hometown.
Breakthrough in Acting
Whelan made her on-screen debut in 2003 as a cheerleader in the TV series "Pizza." Her breakout role came in the Australian soap opera "Neighbours," where she portrayed the character of Pepper Steiger. After the success of "Neighbours," Whelan relocated to the United States to pursue her acting career.
Hollywood Success
In America, Whelan guest-starred in popular television shows such as "Entourage," "Melrose Place," and "Scrubs." She also made her big-screen debut in the 2009 horror sequel "Halloween II." Whelan continued her ascent in Hollywood, starring alongside Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, and Christina Applegate in the 2011 comedy "Hall Pass."
Diversity in Roles
Whelan has demonstrated her versatility through roles in various projects. She starred in the 2013 drama "Power of the Air" with Christopher Walken and Christian Slater, and she had a recurring role in the comedy-drama "Companions." Whelan also appeared in the thriller "Chosen," alongside Kaitlin Carmichael and Chad Michael Murray.
Science Fiction and Action
In 2014, Whelan starred in the science-fiction film "Left Behind." She later joined the cast of the action thriller "Matador" as the lead actress, and she worked with acclaimed actors Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, and Natalie Portman in the 2015 drama "Knight of Cups."
Thrillers and Horrors
Whelan played roles in several thrillers and horror films. She appeared in "The Resurrection" with Fran Kranz and Adam Goldberg, and she portrayed Mrs. Kent in the slasher film "Liked." Whelan also starred in the Nicolas Cage-led thriller "Uncaged" and the horror film "The Intruder."
Romantic Comedies
Despite her success in action and thriller genres, Whelan has also taken on lighter roles. She starred in romantic films such as "Eternal Valentine" and "Romance on the Menu." She also collaborated with Bruce Willis in the 2019 action-thriller "Trauma Center."
Personal Life
Nikki Whelan married actor and former football player Kerry Rhodes in 2017. However, they filed for divorce within a year. She later dated Canadian actor Kyle Schmid from 2019 to 2020. In 2020, she began a relationship with American actor Frank Grillo. Whelan is 5'4" (163 cm) tall.
Present Work
Whelan continues to work actively in the film and television industry. In 2022, she starred in the horror film "Deep Blue Sea 3" and the crime drama "Dangerous Methods." She has several upcoming projects in production.
