Irish Actress & Versatile Performer; Known for "Derry Girls" & "Bridgerton"; BAFTA & SAG Award Nominee

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Nicola Coughlan Biography

Nicola Coughlan is an Irish actress known for her work in television, film, and theater. Trained at the Oxford School of Drama and the Birmingham School of Acting, Coughlan developed her skills across stage and screen before gaining widespread recognition as Clare Devlin in the Channel 4 sitcom "Derry Girls." The period comedy, set in 1990s Northern Ireland during the final years of the Troubles, became Channel 4's most successful comedy in years and expanded its audience globally through Netflix. The show ran for three seasons and received honors including Best Scripted Comedy at the British Academy Television Awards and an International Emmy Award.

Coughlan's prominence increased with her role as Penelope Featherington in Netflix's Regency-era drama "Bridgerton," one of the most-watched series on the platform. Her portrayal of Penelope, who secretly authors the scandal sheet as Lady Whistledown, drew international attention. The third season of "Bridgerton" highlighted Penelope's romantic storyline and earned Coughlan a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series.

In addition to her signature roles, Coughlan has appeared in film and television projects such as "Barbie," where she played Diplomat Barbie, and Channel 4's dark comedy "Big Mood," portraying Maggie, a young woman navigating life with bipolar disorder. "Big Mood" became Channel 4's most-watched new comedy launch since "Derry Girls" and earned Coughlan a BAFTA nomination for Female Performance in a Comedy. Her stage work includes a production of "The Playboy of the Western World" at London's National Theatre.

Off-screen, Coughlan advocates for body positivity, mental health awareness, and humanitarian causes. She has discussed her ADHD diagnosis and has addressed public commentary about her appearance. Coughlan received the Konbini Commitment Award at the Canneseries festival, recognizing her artistic contributions and social advocacy. With a BAFTA nomination, a SAG nomination, an Irish Film and Television Rising Star Award, and a diverse body of work spanning comedy, drama, and film, Coughlan is recognized as a versatile performer in the entertainment industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

Nicola Coughlan Videos

Nicola Coughlan And Lydia West On 'Bridgerton' | ELLE UK

Nicola Coughlan And Lydia West On 'Bridgerton' | ELLE UK

Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West, aka the stars of Channel 4's latest comedy sitcom Big Mood, are a duo that can easily make you stop and listen, be...

Nicola Coughlan Spills Secrets on 'Big Mood' & Hollywood A-Listers!

Nicola Coughlan Spills Secrets on 'Big Mood' & Hollywood A-Listers!

Dearest Readers... the ton are abuzz this Thursday morning, as Lady Whistledown herself is set to sit on the This Morning sofa! Nicola Coughlan is...

Nicola Coughlan on How She Kept Bridgerton's Biggest Secrets Under Wraps

Nicola Coughlan on How She Kept Bridgerton's Biggest Secrets Under Wraps

Nicola Coughlan reveals that she was a master of keeping Bridgerton's biggest spoilers away from her friends and family. #DrewBarrymoreShow...

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Nicola Coughlan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nicola Coughlan for your event is $50,000 - $100,000. Nicola Coughlan generally travels from Ireland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jade Pettyjohn, Sarah Scott, Melissa De Sousa, Hannah Waddingham and Josephine Langford. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nicola Coughlan for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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