McKibbin’s long reality television career goes far beyond singing competitions, though.
McKibbin also dabbled in acting and had a small role in the 2005 filmThe Scorned.
Nikki McKibbin struggled to launch her career.
Her debut album wasn’t released until 2007, five years after she appeared on the show.
“I’ve battled substance abuse and I’m winning, but it’s still a struggle every day.
For a long time, I wasn’t taking care of myself.
I wasn’t being the person I should be.
I’m in a better place now.”
Fortunately, McKibbin ended up turning her life around.
“My husband is an amazing man,” she said.
She added that, in spite of all her struggles, she was happy.
“So I continue to perform and write music.
I continue to sing, and I will always do that.
Am I going to become a household name?
No, but I can make money doing it and it brings me happiness.
And that’s what’s important.
I’m doing well.
I’m a survivor and I’ve come this far.
That’s a good thing.”
