Katherine Nicole "Nikki" McKibbin (born September 28, 1978 in Grand Prairie, Texas) is an American rock singer-songwriter who finished third in the debut season of the reality television series American Idol. Prior to American Idol, McKibbin appeared in the first season of Popstars. In May 2007 she released her debut album, Unleashed. She also appeared on VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew in order to address issues with drugs and alcohol. McKibbin has been sober since 2008.
Personal Life[]
McKibbin is married and has a son, Tristen Langley, from a previous relationship. During the auditions of Season 13, Tristen auditioned and made it to Hollywood, the first time a past American Idol finalist's child has auditioned. Nikki was with him at his audition in Austin, Texas. However, Tristen was cut at the very beginning of Hollywood Week.
Discography[]
Albums:
- Unleashed (2007)
EPs:
- Psychotrip (2012) (EP with the band Love Stricken Demise)