Jessica Hilda Mauboy (born 4 August 1989) is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actress. She rose to fame in 2006 as a contestant on the fourth season of Australian Idol, where she finished as the runner-up.
Since then, Mauboy has released four studio albums: Been Waiting (2008), Get 'Em Girls (2010), Beautiful (2013), and Hilda (2019). She has also won numerous awards, including an ARIA Award for Best Female Artist in 2013.
Mauboy has been praised for her powerful vocals, energetic performances, and ability to connect with audiences. She has been compared to other successful Australian singers, such as Kylie Minogue and Delta Goodrem.
Early Life:
Jessica Mauboy was born on 4 August 1989 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. She is of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. Mauboy grew up in a musical family, and she began singing at a young age.
She attended St. Andrew's Catholic School and later studied at the Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts.
Career:
Mauboy rose to fame in 2006 when she competed on the fourth season of Australian Idol. She finished as the runner-up, but she quickly became a fan favorite.
In 2008, Mauboy released her debut album, Been Waiting. The album was a commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles "Burn," "Because," and "Running Back."
Mauboy's second album, Get 'Em Girls, was released in 2010. The album was another commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles "Saturday Night" and "Get 'Em Girls."
In 2013, Mauboy released her third album, Beautiful. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles "Pop a Bottle (Fill Me Up)," "Beautiful," and "Can I Get a Moment?"
Mauboy's fourth album, Hilda, was released in 2019. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles "Sunday," "Little Things," and "Selfish."
Personal Life:
Mauboy is in a relationship with Themeli Magripilis. The couple have two children together, Leon and Sebastian.
Mauboy is a vocal advocate for the rights of Indigenous Australians. She is also a supporter of various charities, including the Starlight Children's Foundation and the National Indigenous Television (NITV).
Legacy:
Jessica Mauboy is one of the most successful Australian singers of all time. She has sold over one million albums worldwide and has won numerous awards, including an ARIA Award for Best Female Artist. Mauboy has been praised for her powerful vocals, energetic performances, and ability to connect with audiences. She is a role model for young Australians, and she has inspired many people to pursue their dreams.
