Rudy Nikkerud
Australian Pentecostal worship leader and singer
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Michael Rudy Nikkerud (born 13 March 1983), known professionally as Rudy Nikkerud, is an Australian Pentecostal worship leader and former singer in the Planetshakers band.[1][2]
13 March 1983
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| Background information | |
| Born | Michael Rudy Nikkerud 13 March 1983 Adelaide, Australia |
| Origin | Melbourne, Australia |
| Genres | Contemporary worship music, contemporary Christian music |
| Occupations | Worship leader, singer, pastor |
| Instruments | Vocals, acoustic guitar, bass guitar |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Label | Planetshakers Ministries International |
Biography
Rudy Nikkerud studied music and earned a BA from the University of Tasmania, Australia. At 16, Rudy dedicated his life to serving Jesus after a life-changing encounter with God at a Planetshakers conference.[3] Later he moved to Melbourne, where he became part of Planetshakers Church at its inception.[4] Rudy served as a pastor in the Planetshakers Church and was also a worship leader of the Planetshakers band until 2024.[5][6][7][8]
Personal life
Rudy Nikkerud married Chelsi Hardcastle (who also served as a worship leader at Planetshakers Church) on 1 November 2010, and together they have a daughter named Aria Lorraine.[9]
Discography
As featured artist
- 2018: I Am Loved – Sound of Praise (feat. Rudy Nikerrud).
