Rhys Nicholson is a celebrated Australian comedian and actor, renowned for his remarkable career trajectory, which has recently culminated in a prestigious appointment as a judge on the popular television program, RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under, a role he has been honored to fulfill since the show's inception in 2021.
In the year 2011, the exceptional comedic skills of Nicholson were prominently featured in the ABC documentary, aptly titled GayCrashers, where he, in tandem with the accomplished comedian Joel Creasey, embarked upon a remarkable and unprecedented journey to the quaint and humble town of Colac, with the primary objective of performing a stand-up comedy show.
This remarkable endeavour was sparked by Creasey's unfortunate and distressing experience of being the target of a homophobic attack during an earlier visit to the town, which served as a catalyst for the duo's mission to use their talents to bring people together and promote acceptance and understanding.
Noted for his exceptional comedic prowess, Rhys Nicholson has also made a notable television appearance on the widely popular and highly acclaimed program, The Weekly, alongside the charismatic and witty Charlie Pickering.
Notable Australian comedian, Adam Nicholson, made a groundbreaking declaration of support for marriage equality in 2016, when he publicly exchanged vows with his long-time partner, the talented lesbian comedian, Zoe Coombs Marr, at the esteemed Melbourne International Comedy Festival. This momentous occasion marked a significant milestone in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights in Australia.
In the year 2021, the renowned personality, Nicholson, had the distinction of being selected as a member of the esteemed panel of judges on the highly acclaimed television program, RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under, alongside the illustrious and iconic figure, RuPaul, and the accomplished Michelle Visage.
Furthermore, Nicholson made a notable appearance on the popular and widely recognized panel show, Patriot Brains, showcasing his versatility and range as a television personality.
In the subsequent year, 2022, Nicholson took on the challenging and intriguing role of Doctor Sarkov in the captivating and thought-provoking Science-Fiction series, The Imperfects, which was released on the prominent streaming platform, Netflix.
As the calendar flips to a brand new year, a plethora of thrilling ventures lie ahead for Nicholson, with one of the most anticipated being his highly publicized participation as a contestant on the second season of Taskmaster Australia, slated to make its television debut in the month of February, specifically in the year 2024.
