Nicole Laeno

Early Life and Background

Nicole-Noel Pham Laeno was born on December 8, 2005, in Bellflower, California, to Noel Laeno, a Filipino businessman, and Linda Laeno, a Vietnamese homemaker. Growing up in a Christian family with her older brother, Christian, and her dog, Sadie, whom she calls her “little sister,” Nicole was shy as a kid. Her parents signed her up for dance classes at age four, but she cried so much they pulled her out. At seven, they tried again with hip-hop classes, and this time, she fell in love with dancing. She went to a private high school in Bellflower and started attending San Diego State University in 2023, balancing college with her career. Her multicultural Filipino-Vietnamese roots and early dance passion shaped her path to stardom.

Rise to Fame

Nicole launched her YouTube channel, “Nicole Laeno,” in June 2013, but began posting regularly in 2016 with dance videos and vlogs. Her 2017 hip-hop and jazz-funk dance reel blew up, and her “I’M A Teen Mom!! Vlogmas Day 5” video (2019) racked up over 7 million views. Her role on the reality show Dance-Off Juniors (2016) and the YouTube Red series Hyperlinked (2017) as Harlie put her on the map. By 2020, her dance clips and lifestyle content on Instagram and TikTok (@nicolelaeno) exploded, boosted by her college decision vlog announcing San Diego State. Her fun, relatable vibe made her a Gen Z favorite.... Show More

Early Life and Background

Nicole-Noel Pham Laeno was born on December 8, 2005, in Bellflower, California, to Noel Laeno, a Filipino businessman, and Linda Laeno, a Vietnamese homemaker. Growing up in a Christian family with her older brother, Christian, and her dog, Sadie, whom she calls her “little sister,” Nicole was shy as a kid. Her parents signed her up for dance classes at age four, but she cried so much they pulled her out. At seven, they tried again with hip-hop classes, and this time, she fell in love with dancing. She went to a private high school in Bellflower and started attending San Diego State University in 2023, balancing college with her career. Her multicultural Filipino-Vietnamese roots and early dance passion shaped her path to stardom.

Rise to Fame

Nicole launched her YouTube channel, “Nicole Laeno,” in June 2013, but began posting regularly in 2016 with dance videos and vlogs. Her 2017 hip-hop and jazz-funk dance reel blew up, and her “I’M A Teen Mom!! Vlogmas Day 5” video (2019) racked up over 7 million views. Her role on the reality show Dance-Off Juniors (2016) and the YouTube Red series Hyperlinked (2017) as Harlie put her on the map. By 2020, her dance clips and lifestyle content on Instagram and TikTok (@nicolelaeno) exploded, boosted by her college decision vlog announcing San Diego State. Her fun, relatable vibe made her a Gen Z favorite.

Videos and Content Style

Nicole is a dancer, actress, model, and YouTuber known for her dance videos, vlogs, and fashion content. Her YouTube channel mixes dance performances (ballet, hip-hop, jazz, lyrical), vlogs about college life, and makeup tutorials, like her “GRWM for Prom” video. Her Instagram showcases her modeling for brands like H&M and Justice, while her TikTok features dance challenges and lip-syncs. Nicole’s style is bubbly and authentic, often featuring her brother Christian or friends. She’s signed with The Movement Talent Agency and promotes products like Popchips and LEGO.

Achievements and Recognition

Nicole won Hollywood Vibe’s Dancer of the Year for 2016–2017 and holds the Bravo overall solo championship. She’s danced with stars like Mariah Carey, Chris Brown, and will.i.am, and appeared in music videos for Black Eyed Peas and Us The Duo. Her acting roles include Bree in Boss Cheer (2018) and a guest spot on So Janelle (2018). She’s hosted LEGO Build Zone (seasons 3–5) and earned scholarships for her dance skills. X fans call her “a dance queen with heart,” loving her humble energy. A 2022 National Today feature praised her as a “digital empire builder” for her millions of views and growing influence.

Personal Life

Nicole lives in Los Angeles with her family when not at San Diego State. She’s single, focusing on her career, with no confirmed past relationships. She’s super close with her brother, Christian, a YouTuber and drummer who often appears in her videos. Nicole loves noodles, Justin Bieber, and Disney princesses like Rapunzel and Ariel. Her favorite color is pink, and she enjoys surfing and hanging out with friends. She’s 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighs about 55 kg, with long brown hair and brown eyes. A devoted Christian, she stays tied to her church and family, and her dog, Sadie, is a big part of her life.

Impact and Future

Nicole Laeno has inspired tons of young fans with her dance talent and down-to-earth personality. Her journey from a shy kid to a multi-talented star shows hard work pays off, and X fans say she’s “proof you can chase dreams and stay real. She’s made dance accessible through her videos, teaching moves and sharing her college life to connect with teens. Her work with brands like Disney and Nickelodeon has cemented her as a role model. Looking ahead, Nicole plans to keep dancing, acting, and growing her YouTube channel while studying at San Diego State. With new modeling gigs and potential TV roles in the works, she’s set to shine even brighter in entertainment and social media.