Nicholas Pearson is an English actress born on January 23, 1989, in Bristol. She developed an early interest in acting, participating in local theatre as a child. Pearson made her television debut at the age of nine in the medical drama 'Casualty'. Her breakthrough came with the role of Michelle Richardson in the E4 teen drama 'Skins' (2007–2008), which earned her a Golden Nymph Award nomination. She later transitioned to film, appearing in the horror-comedy 'Tormented' (2009) and making her debut at the Bristol Old Vic theatre in the same year. Pearson has since focused on horror and independent films, receiving critical acclaim for her performances in 'Caught' (2017) and 'Dark Beacon' (2017), where she won two Best Actress awards. Her theatre work includes a role in Edgar Wallace's 'The Case of the Frightened Lady'.

Born and raised in Bristol, Nicholas Pearson exhibited a passion for acting from a young age, participating in local theatrical productions during her childhood. She attended Colston's Girls' School, where she was appointed head girl in 2007 and was involved with the Bristol Old Vic Young Company. Her parents had prior experience in the television industry, with her father continuing his involvement in the British medical drama series 'Casualty'. Pearson's professional acting journey began with a role in 'Casualty' in 1998, marking her television debut at nine years old.

Pearson achieved significant recognition for her role as Michelle Richardson in the popular E4 teen drama 'Skins' (2007–2008). This performance led to a nomination for the Golden Nymph Award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series. Following 'Skins', she made her film debut in Jon Wright's horror-comedy 'Tormented' (2009). The same year saw her return to theatre with a debut at the Bristol Old Vic in 'Suspension' and a role in 'Negative Space'. She expressed a desire not to be limited to a single genre, enjoying diverse roles across different types of productions.

Pearson's career saw a notable shift towards horror and independent films starting in 2016 with 'Fractured'. She continued to build a reputation in this genre with roles in 'Caught' (2017), where her portrayal of Mrs. Blair garnered critical praise, and 'Dark Beacon' (2017), which earned her two Best Actress awards at American and Upstate NY Horror film festivals. She also returned to theatre, performing in Edgar Wallace's 'The Case of the Frightened Lady' at the Theatre Royal, Windsor, receiving positive reviews for her performance.

“I don't want to pigeon-hole myself this early on. I enjoy every genre.”

“I try to be nice to everyone and hope they keep watching the show.”

“I owe the position I am in now to Skins and I'm so happy and proud that it has done so well.”

“Pearson, meanwhile, carries the part of the confident, daring and over-sexed third party to the limits – but successfully so. The dialogue is fast and furious, and with pacy interactions, the three actors together create a thoroughly watchable story”