After skyrocketing to fame at just 16 years old, she made history as the youngest winner of Australian Idol. A decade since that pivotal moment, Casey Donovan has forged a diverse career spanning print, television, and stage, continually inspiring young people with her determination and resilience. Casey stands as one of Australia’s most versatile Indigenous entertainers.
She boasts multiple awards and nominations, including an ARIA No. 1 Award for Listen with Your Heart and accolades from the Deadly Awards for Best Album, Best Single, and Most Promising New Talent. On stage, Casey has showcased her talent in productions like Flower Children, portraying the formidable Mama Cass of The Mamas and The Papas, and in The Sapphires and Shakespeare’s As You Like It, among others.
Casey penned her autobiography, Big, Beautiful and Sexy, offering a candid reflection on her journey since winning Idol and navigating the highs and lows of her path to becoming the confident woman she is today.
Beyond her artistic endeavours, Casey actively supports various charitable causes and serves as an Ambassador for APRA/AMCOS, Advocate for the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence, advocate for the National Indigenous Ear Health Campaign, and a founding member of the New South Wales Indigenous Chamber of Commerce.
She also champions the Plus Size Movement in Australia, appearing at events like the Curvy Couture Roadshow in Melbourne as part of Fashion Week. Casey advocates for self-acceptance and healthy self-esteem among youth, regularly sharing her experiences and insights with young audiences.
