This article is about Kaci, the singer. For the Norwegian politician and business professional, see Kaci Kullmann Five. For the pop/R&B singer, see Kaci Brown. Kaci Lyn Battaglia (born 3 October 1987, Clearwater, Florida) also known as Kaci (prounounced kay-see), is a singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and professional kickboxing instructor. But her claim to fame will continue to be her music. Life Early Life She was born and raised in Tampa Bay. She is of Italian-American and Spanish-American ancestry. Battaglia began singing when she was three years old and soon began attending various performance camps around Florida. She has a sister, and one brother. Career At age 10, Kaci independently released "A Thousand Stars," an album that was produced by her mother. A portion of the proceeds from "A Thousand Stars," went to help a housing project for the less fortunate.