Victoria Louise Lott, known professionally as Pixie Lott, emerged in the British music scene in 2009 with a debut album that yielded two number-one singles. Born in London in 1991, she established a career spanning pop recording, songwriting, and professional acting across stage and film while maintaining a significant presence in televised singing competitions.
Early Training and Education
Born in the Bromley area, Lott began formal arts training at age five at the Italia Conti Associates Saturday school in Chislehurst. By age 11, she transitioned to the main Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts on a scholarship. Her background includes performance experience in West End productions, such as Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and appearances in BBC television projects like Celebrate the Sound of Music.
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Lott signed with Mercury Records and Interscope Records after early development work. Her 2009 debut album, Turn It Up, reached number six on the UK Albums Chart, eventually selling over 1.5 million copies. The record produced six consecutive top-twenty singles, including the chart-topping tracks Mama Do and Boys and Girls. Beyond her own performance work, she established a songwriting career, contributing tracks for artists including Alexandra Burke, Girls Can't Catch, and Selena Gomez.
Expansion into Film and Television
In addition to her music, Lott branched into acting, debuting in the 2010 Nickelodeon film Fred: The Movie. Her stage credits include starring in the 2016 UK production of the play Breakfast at Tiffany's. From 2017 to 2023, she served as a coach on the televised singing competition The Voice Kids UK, applying her industry experience to mentor younger performers.
Industry Recognition and Style
During her initial rise, Lott received multiple award nominations, including British Breakthrough Act and British Female Solo Artist at the 2010 BRIT Awards. She secured two MTV Europe Music Awards in 2009, specifically for Best UK & Ireland Act and Best Push Artist. Her career has also involved commercial partnerships, including fashion collaborations with the brand Lipsy and promotional work for Nokia and Casio.
Fast facts
- Born: 12 January 1991, London
- Debut Album: Turn It Up (2009)
- Acting Debut: Fred: The Movie (2010)
- Television Role: Coach on The Voice Kids UK (2017–2023)
- Education: Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts
- Notable Stage Role: Breakfast at Tiffany's (2016)
- Primary Occupations: Singer, songwriter, actor
Questions readers ask
Did Pixie Lott write songs for other artists?
Yes, she wrote tracks for artists including Alexandra Burke, Girls Can't Catch, Lisa Lois, and Selena Gomez.
When did she act in a feature film?
Her film debut occurred in the 2010 Nickelodeon comedy Fred: The Movie, where she played the character Judy.
Achievements
- Instruments: piano and voice
- Genres: pop music
