Nicola Coughlan Biography

Nicola Mary Coughlan is an Irish actress who is famous for starring as Clare Devlin in the sitcom TV series Derry Girls. She is also known for appearing in other films such as Bridgerton, Big Mood, The Fairytale, and Doctor Who.

Nicola Coughlan Education

Coughlan attended her primary school at Scoil Mhuire and then later enrolled at Calasanctius College for her high school education. After that, she enrolled at the National University of Ireland where she received a degree in Classical Civilisation and English. Later on, she furthered her studies at the Birmingham School of Acting and the Oxford School of Drama in England.

Nicola Coughlan Career

Coughlan began her professional career in 2014 when she was cast in a short comedy film The Phantom Cnut. After that, she provided voice in animated series such as Summer of the Flying Saucer in 2008, The Fairytales, Simsala Grimm II, and Thor: Legend of the Magical Hammer. From 2012 to 2013, Nicola starred in a musical comedy film Svengali, and in the soap opera Doctors.

Her breakthrough came in 2018 when she landed a role as Clare Devlin in the sitcom film Derry Girls. For her performance in the film, she was honored with an ‘Outstanding Individual Performance Award’. That same year, Nicola also appeared in other films and shows such as Harlots, The Great British Bake Off, and The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. In addition to this, her popularity increased when she played Penelope Featherington in a Netflix series Bridgerton. However, in 2022 her role was cut due to conflict with Bridgerton and the the third series of Derry Girls.

A few months later, Coughlan appeared in Sam Mendes’s film before later starring opposite Lolly Adefope in the comedy film Seize Them! Most recently, she was featured as Queen Victoria in a Christmas series that aired on CBBC and BBC One. On top of this, Nicola also appeared alongside Lydia West in the TV series Big Mood. For her upcoming film, she is expected to star a Fifteenth Doctor alongside co-star Ncuti Gatwa in a Christmas special film Doctor Who. Besides this, Nicola will also appear in a drama-thriller film Love And War a story of a woman who travels to Syria to rescue her abducted daughter.

Nicola Coughlan Advocacy and Charity

Coughlan made headlines in 2018 when she wrote an article in the Guardian calling out unfair scrutiny of women’s bodies in theatre criticism. After that, she made another headline when she rebutted the Daily Mirror’s comment on the British Academy Television Awards in 2019. In addition to this, Nicola also led a group of women to demand the decriminalization of abortion in Northern Ireland.

Later on, she helped in fundraising for a special program called RTÉ Does Comic Relief. A few months later, Coughlan appeared and raised €5,000 for an Irish children’s hospice that provides supportive care and receives specialist palliative. Most recently, she helped in fundraising $1.2 million for Palestine Children’s Relief Fund

Nicola Coughlan Age

Coughlan is 37 years old as of 2024. She was born on January 9, 1987, in Galway, Ireland, and celebrates her birthday on January 9 every year.

Nicola Coughlan Height

Coughlan stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 1 inch.

Nicola Coughlan Family

Coughlan was born in Galway, Ireland, and raised in Oranmore to her father who worked in the Irish army. She grew up alongside her sister and brother Clodagh and Kieran.

Nicola Coughlan Boyfriend/Partner

Coughlan is single and is not in any kind of relationship at the moment. However, she is rumored to be in a relationship with her fellow co-star Luke Newton. Due to her scene with the actor, the audience speculated that the two were dating although Nicola came out and confirmed the rumor saying they are just friends and nothing more. Previously, she was linked with co-star, Laurie Kynaston in 2021.

Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton’s relationship

Coughlan and Luke are not in any kind of relationship as both of them are only good friends. However, fans speculated that the two were dating each other as they seemed close when acting in the series Bridgerton. According to People.com, the two came out and confirmed the rumor of being together by saying that they are only good friend.

Nicola Coughlan Net Worth

Coughlan has an estimated net worth of between $1 million to $ 1.6 million which she has earned from her career as an actress.

Nicola Coughlan Movies and TV Show

• My Brother’s War (1997)
• The Fairytale (2004 to 2005)
• Thor: Legend of the Magical Hammer( 2011)
• Doctors (2012)
• Svengali (2013)
• Barbie (2020)
• Derry Girls( 2018 to 2022)
• The Velveteen Rabbit( 2023)
• Bridgerton ( 2020 to present)
• Seize Them!(2024)
• Love And War (2024)
• Big Mood (2024)
• Doctor Who( 2024)

Nicola Coughlan Weight Loss

Coughlan has faced a lot of challenges due to her weight with fan criticism. In 2018, she shocked her fans after losing weight and urged them to focus on her performance rather than criticizing her about her weight. From her photo which she has shared on her Instagram account, she has seen slim when compared to the old ones.

Nicola Coughlan Bridgeton

Coughlan is one of the main protagonists in the Netflix series Bridgerton. She is the wife of Colin and together they have four children. She is the youngest daughter of a newly rich family in Regency-era London. In season one, Whistledown worked as a maid where she was frequently in contact with higher-class families. Whenever Penelope attended the party, she was a self-conscious person due to her family background.

Nicola Coughlan Derry girls

Clare Devlin is one of the main protagonists in the Netflix series Derry Girls. She is a caring, humble, and naive girl who attended a local Catholic girls’ school. There, she met her friends who are James Maguire, Orla McCool, Erin Quinn, and Michelle Mallon. She is the daughter of the late Sean Devlin and her mother Geraldine Devlin. In addition to this, Nicola is also a girlfriend to Mae Cheung.

How Old Was Nicola Coughlan in Bridgerton Season 1

The first season premiered on December 25, 2020, and Nicola was 33 years old as of 2020. The second season debuted on May 16, 2024, followed by the third season which was released in April 2021.

Is Nicola Coughlan Gay

No, she is not gay but she is straight as she has been involved in several relationships. However, due to some reason, the pair end up breaking up. Therefore, she has not made most of her relationship public, and thereby people assume she is gay.