Nikki Osborne (born 19 July 1981) is an Australian comedian, actress, television presenter and former model. Osborne is best known as a former host of the now-defunct late night interactive quiz series, '' Quizmania'' (

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, 2006–07). Osborne has featured in feature film productions such as the American mini-series, ''The Mystery of Natalie Wood'' (2003) and '' Ned'' (2004). She appeared in the sixth season of the Australian version of '' I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!''.

Career

Television

One of three originals, Osborne was a host on the Australian phone-in quiz show '' Quizmania'', broadcast on the

in the late-night time slot, post-midnight. Osborne left the show in May 2007 to work on the new Mick Molloy comedy series, ''

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''. In 2004, Osborne featured in American mini-series '' The Mystery of Natalie Wood'', playing the part of Jackie Estes, Natalie Wood's best friend. In 2004, she performed in the Australian television mini-series '' Jessica'' as the Thomas daughter, Gwendolyn. Osborne has featured in a number of

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s, including for Australian chain of cinema multiplexes,

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, footwear retailer The Athlete's Foot, Streets ice cream and for

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credit cards in the United States. More recently, she appeared in a TV commercial for

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car insurance. In 2013, she was "Zoe" in the

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advertising campaign, featuring her as a 20-something blogger. In July 2014, Osborne was one of the ensemble cast in the Channel 7 sketch comedy show '' Kinne'', in a variety of roles revealing her genuine talent for madcap, Aussie humour. In 2020, Osborne joined the sixth season of the Australian version of '' I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!''. She was eliminated on 19 January 2020 and finished in 13th place.

Radio

In November 2024, Nova announced that Osborne will join Nova 106.9 from January 2025 to host ''Ash, Luttsy & Nikki Osborne.''

Film and music

In 2003, Osborne was in the Australian film '' Ned'', playing the role of a 14-year-old virginal whore named Tiffany. In 2004, Osborne toured with performer

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as a lead singer.

Print publications

Via public demand, Osborne featured in the January 2007 edition of ''

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'' magazine.

The Nation

Osborne was a cast member in the

sketch and current affairs comedy show ''

'', hosted by

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. She was absent from episodes 10-12 of the run but returned for the final episode in August 2007.

Personal life

Osborne married long term boyfriend, Jeremy Starr, on 6 October 2007. The couple have two children together.

References

External links

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Nikki Osborne fan club and gallery
{{DEFAULTSORT:Osborne, Nikki 1981 births Living people Australian television actresses Australian film actresses Actresses from Brisbane Australian women comedians Comedians from Brisbane