Martha Nichols Biography: Net Worth, Height, Age, Parents, Nationality, Spouse

Martha Nichols is a dynamic American dancer, choreographer, and teacher who’s made her mark in the world of dance with passion and talent.

Starting dance at age three, Martha rose to fame as a Top 10 finalist on So You Think You Can Dance Season 2, and her career took off from there.

She has danced in blockbuster films like La La Land and The Greatest Showman, toured with stars like Madonna and Rihanna, and won the 2016 Capezio A.C.E. award.

Profile

• Full Name: Martha Nichols
• Stage Name: Martha Nichols
• Born: July 14, 1987
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Dancer, Choreographer, Actress, Dance Instructor
• Height: 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 m)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mary Jane Nichols
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life & Education

Martha Nichols was born on July 14, 1987, in Brooklyn, New York, USA, to her mother, Mary Jane Nichols.

Her father’s name isn’t publicly known, and there’s no information about siblings, suggesting she may be an only child.

Growing up in a vibrant city, Martha was drawn to dance at age three, starting with classes in Brooklyn.

She’s of European-American ethnicity, likely with roots common to New York’s diverse communities, and was probably raised in the Christian faith, typical of her hometown’s culture.

Martha attended Millbrook High School in Raleigh, North Carolina, graduating in 2005. She trained in dance from a young age, studying ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, and modern at studios such as Pierrette Sadler Danceurs and CC & Company Dance Complex.

Career

Martha’s career began to soar at 18 when she competed on So You Think You Can Dance Season 2 in 2006, finishing in the Top 10 as a contemporary/hip-hop dancer. Judge Nigel Lythgoe praised her “great sophistication,” and she toured with the show’s Top 10 finalists.

She then danced for two years in Cirque du Soleil’s Criss Angel Believe and performed in a Gap commercial and Rihanna’s Diamonds tour.

Martha’s choreography work shines, too—she won the 2016 Capezio A.C.E. Award for her piece Tilted, earning $15,000 and a performance slot.

She founded the Martha Nichols Dance Company in 2016 and debuted her full-length work, The Wider Sun, in 2017 at the Beverly O’Neill Theater in California.

In films, she danced in La La Land (2016) as an epilogue dancer and played the “Woman in Gold” in The Greatest Showman (2017).

She’s worked as an assistant choreographer for Madonna’s Rebel Heart tour, Demi Lovato’s Unbroken tour, and Mariah Carey’s Elusive Chanteuse tour, and choreographed Ke$ha’s 2018 Grammy performance of Praying.

Martha has performed at major award shows, including the MTV VMAs, American Music Awards, and Oscars, and toured with stars such as Kylie Minogue and Christina Aguilera.

As a teacher, she’s on faculty at Broadway Dance Center in New York. She has taught globally in Italy, Mexico, Australia, and South Africa, sharing her love for dance with everyone.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @marthanichols_

Personal Life

Martha Nichols, 37, lives in New York City, where she has returned to her roots after years in Los Angeles and traveling the world. At 5 feet 7 inches tall, she has a graceful yet powerful presence that lights up any stage.

She’s single, with no public information available about her past or current relationships, as she keeps her personal life private to focus on her career.

After losing her mom at 18, Martha leaned on close friends and her dance community for support, showing her strength.

Net Worth

Martha Nichols’ net worth is estimated at $2 million. She earns money from dancing in films like La La Land and The Greatest Showman, performing at award shows, and touring with artists like Madonna and Rihanna.

Her choreography work, including winning the Capezio A.C.E. Award, and teaching at top studios such as Broadway Dance Center, also contributes to her income.

Her dance company and brand partnerships contribute to her wealth, reflecting her dedication and hard work in the competitive dance world.

Filmography

• So You Think You Can Dance Season 2 (2006, TV Series) – Contestant (Top 10)
• The Marc Pease Experience (2009) – Dancer
• La La Land (2016) – Epilogue Dancer
• Dirty Dancing (2017, TV Movie) – Dancer
• The Greatest Showman (2017) – Woman in Gold
• Ted 2 (2015) – Dancer
• In the Heights (2021) – Dancer
• Moses Sumney: Worth It (Music Video) – Choreographer and Dancer