Nikki Ann Sanderson is an English actress who came into glamour world through her appearance in Coronation Street as Candice Stowe. She has been an active participant in the entertainment industry since 1999. She has also been awarded as the Best Actress by The British Soap Awards in 2014 for her exquisite performance as Maxine Minniver in Hollyoaks. Further, she also bagged a nomination for Best Serial Performance at National Television Awards in 2015. Nikki believes in making the best of her free time and tries to spend time with her family.
Sun Sign
Aries
Residence
Manchester, England
Manager
She is represented by Linton Management.
Boyfriend / Spouse
Nikki Sanderson has dated –
- Danny Young (2005-2009) – Nikki’s co-star in Coronation Street Danny Young started dating her in 2005 after meeting her on the set of Coronation Street. They also dated on-screen briefly. Danny left the show in August 2005 followed by Nikki in November 2005. They maintained a long distance relationship for more than 3 years. Finally, they called it quits amicably in 2009 after dating for 4 years, overall.
- Anton Ferdinand (2012-2014) – From 2012 to 2014, she was romantically involved with footballer Anton Ferdinand.
- Greg Whitehurst (2015-Present) – Nikki then married her longtime friend, businessman Greg Whitehurst in May 2015. Strangely, she was present at Greg and his beloved Sarah’s wedding just 10 months before in 2014. Greg and Nikki had started dating after Greg’s marriage with Sarah ended in January 2015. They are still going strong.
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Attractive personality
- Wonderful dressing sense
- Dimpled smile
Brand Endorsements
She is an all-time endorser of World Vision UK. It is a Christian relief and development organization. She has been associated with them since 2006.
In 2006 and 2007, she promoted sports fashion brand KangaROOS in the print media.
Best Known For
- Playing the character of Candice Stowe in the television show, Coronation Street from 1999 to 2005
- Playing Maxine Minniver on Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks
First Film
Nikki made her theatrical film debut with the drama film Clubbed in the role of Gee Gee – Dance Teacher in 2008.
First TV Show
In 1999, Nikki made her TV show debut with her appearance on the soap opera Coronation Street (aka Corrie) in the role of Candice Stowe. She ultimately appeared in 397 episodes until 2005.
Personal Trainer
She has taken training from several trainers including Maziar David and Danny Potter.
Nikki Sanderson Favorite Things
- Food – Steak, Seafood, and Pasta
- TV Show Genre – Horror
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Nikki Sanderson Facts
- Nikki’s dad left her mother when Nikki was less than 2 years of age.
- She prefers a long bath on Saturdays and considers herself to be a bad cook.
- Connect with Nikki on and .
Featured Image by Nikki Sanderson / Instagram
Facts of Nikki Ann Sanderson
- Gender Female
- full nameNikki Ann Sanderson
- middle nameAnn
- nicknamesNikki
- birthplaceBlackpool, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
- Date of Birth March 28, 1984
- Age 40 years 8 months
- Horoscope Aries
- Lucky Number 8
- Lucky Stone Diamond
- Lucky Color Red
- Best Match for Marriage Leo
- nationalityAmerican
- net worth$1.5 Million
- professionActress, TV Personality, Ex-Glamour Model
- weight62 kg or 137 pounds
- height5 ft 4 in or 162.5 cm
- hair colorDark Brown
- eye colorBlue
- body type / buildSlim
- motherJudith
- fatherPaul Sanderson
- favorite foodSteak, Seafood, and Pasta