Nicole da Silva is an accomplished Australian actress, renowned for her captivating performances in a wide range of television dramas. One of her most notable roles is that of Franky Doyle in the acclaimed series Wentworth, a reimagining of the classic Prisoner: Cell Block H. Da Silva's portrayal of the tough and feisty lesbian inmate Franky Doyle, initially played by Carol Burns, earned her widespread recognition and critical acclaim.
Born and raised in Sydney, Australia on September 18, 1981, da Silva has Portuguese ancestry. Throughout her illustrious career, she has appeared in numerous television shows, including Rush, Carla Cametti PD, East West 101, All Saints, and Doctor Doctor, for which she received a Best Actress nomination at the Monte Carlo Television Awards and a Graham Kennedy Logie Award nomination for Most Outstanding New Talent.
Da Silva's dedication to women's empowerment and gender equality is evident through her role as the first National Champion of UN Women Australia, where she supported various events across the country. In a personal development, da Silva announced her pregnancy with her first child in April 2018, with the expected due date being July 2018.
