Nichole McAuley

Nichole McAuley, born in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, began her career in entertainment at a young age, participating in competitions from eight years old. By the age of ten, her talent was recognized with a feature on the television program “60 Minutes,” highlighting beauty competitions and talent searches. Following a move to Los Angeles, McAuley expanded her presence in the industry, initially through modeling, which then led to appearances in commercials, television shows, and ultimately, feature films. Her early acting credits include roles in movies such as “The Nutty Professor” alongside Eddie Murphy, “Kiss the Girls” as a Beautiful Girl, and “Beverly Hills Cop III” as a Spider Rider. She also appeared in several television series, including “The Tim Conway Show” and “Father Murphy,” demonstrating her versatility across different platforms.

McAuley’s career saw a significant turning point with her extensive involvement in “Star Trek: Voyager” during its final seasons from 1999 to 2000. She served as a photo and body double for Jeri Ryan’s character, Seven of Nine, a role that required matching precise physical specifications. Beyond doubling, McAuley had on-screen appearances in multiple episodes, often portraying a Starfleet science officer, a Borg, and notably, the holographic Tarlac masseuse in the episode “Life Line.” Her experiences on the set of “Voyager,” particularly being inspired by the intricate character looks, prompted a career progression into the field of makeup and hair artistry. This shift allowed her to apply her on-set knowledge and creative skills behind the camera.

Since her time on “Star Trek: Voyager,” Nichole McAuley has become an established makeup and hair artist, working on various productions including films, television shows, and commercials. She has contributed to the makeup department for projects such as “Reptile” (2023) and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” (2022). Her roles have included hair department head for films like “Walden” (2023) and “Double Down South” (2022), and key makeup artist for television shows including William Shatner’s “Syfy’s Friday Night Fright Night.” McAuley continues to act occasionally, with recent and upcoming roles in films such as “Syndicate Smasher” (2017) and “ZombieCON Vol. 1” (2024), where she plays Theresa Markovics and Mama Bear, respectively. She maintains a unique connection to the entertainment industry, leveraging both her performance and technical skills.