Nicole Faraday is an award-winning actor, singer, and performer with a celebrated career spanning television, theatre, and the LGBTQ+ entertainment scene. Best known for her acclaimed portrayal of Snowball in two series of ITV’s Bad Girls, Nicole originated the role of Shell Dockley in Bad Girls: The Musical, earning a theatre award for her performance at the West Yorkshire Playhouse before transferring to London’s West End (Garrick Theatre) and appearing in the original cast film and recording. She remains a firm favourite among Bad Girls fans and was a special guest at the show’s largest-ever fan convention in Elstree.
A dynamic live performer, Nicole has headlined major LGBTQ+ events and festivals worldwide, including Ella International Lesbian Festival in Majorca and Oban Lesbian Festival, as well as numerous UK Prides such as London, Manchester, Brighton, Leicester, Bourne Free, and Worksop. Her electrifying sets and charismatic stage presence have made her a regular fixture on Pride main stages, including a standout headline performance at Leicester Pride in 2024.
Recognised for her visibility as an out queer woman in the public eye, Nicole has twice been named to the prestigious DIVA Power List and has performed for DIVA on the Women’s Stage at London Pride. In addition to her festival appearances, she was a guest judge at the Drag Idol UK 2024 Final at London’s iconic Two Brewers and continues to feature regularly in DIVA magazine.