Rhys Nicholson Biography: Comedy, Books, Age, Spouse, Height, Net Worth, Movies, Parents, Instagram

Rhys Nicholson is a multi-award winning Australian comedian, actor, writer, podcaster, and collager recognized for sharp intelligent stand-up and television appearances.

With roles as a judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under, appearances in Netflix series like The Imperfects, and numerous acclaimed solo comedy tours, he has brought wit and authenticity to stages and screens, empowering audiences through clever observations on life, identity, and society while building a strong presence in Australian and international entertainment.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Rhys Nicholson
• Stage Name: Rhys Nicholson
• Born: April 22, 1990
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
• Nationality: Australian
• Ethnicity: Australian
• Occupation: Comedian, Actor, Writer, Podcaster, Collager
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. Nicholson and Mrs. Nicholson
• Siblings: one
• Spouse: Kyran Wheatley
• Children: none
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million USD

Early Life and Education

Rhys Nicholson was born on April 22, 1990, in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. Brought up by his parents Mr. Nicholson and Mrs. Nicholson, both artists, in a creative family environment that encouraged performance and expression.

He grew up having one sibling. He moved to Sydney at age 18 in 2009 to pursue comedy and began performing at open mic nights while developing his craft through live shows and festivals. His religion is Christianity.

Career

Rhys Nicholson began his professional comedy career after moving to Sydney in 2009, performing at open mic nights with limited early success until winning the Time Out Award for Best Newcomer at the Sydney Comedy Festival in 2012.

He quickly rose through Australian comedy circuits, earning nominations for the Barry Award and headlining major festivals.

His breakthrough included judging roles on RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under from 2021 onwards and the spin-off Drag Race Down Under vs. The World.

He appeared as Doctor Sarkov in the Netflix sci-fi series The Imperfects in 2022, competed on Taskmaster Australia season 3 in 2024, and featured in panel shows like Patriot Brains and Claire Hooper’s House of Games in 2025.

Additional credits include recurring roles in Fisk and writer/segment guest spots on ABC programs such as The Weekly and The Yearly.

His solo stand-up tours like Rhys! Rhys! Rhys! and Huge Big Party Congratulations! have toured extensively, including Edinburgh Fringe.

He co-owns Comedy Republic venue in Melbourne with his spouse and continues expanding into acting, writing, and hosting, including the 2026 SPA Awards and The Traitors Australia season 3.

His work blends sharp observational humour with theatrical elements across live performance, television, and digital content.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @rhysnicholson

Personal Life

Rhys Nicholson, 35 years old, is married to Kyran Wheatley, a comedian, broadcaster, former Triple J radio presenter, and podcaster, whom he met in 2011 at a birthday party and wed in September 2023.

They have no children and collaborate on creative projects including their comedy venue.

In 2016 he had a symbolic public marriage to fellow comedian Zoe Coombs Marr to support marriage equality in Australia, though it was not a legal romantic union.

He maintains a private personal life focused on comedy and family. His height is Unknown.

Net Worth

Rhys Nicholson’s net worth is estimated at $3 million USD.

His income primarily comes from stand-up comedy tours and festivals, television judging and acting roles, writing for ABC programs, podcasting, live venue ownership, and related entertainment projects.

Filmography

• The Imperfects (Doctor Sarkov, 2022)
• Fisk (recurring role)
• Taskmaster Australia (contestant, season 3, 2024)
• Drag Race Down Under (judge, 2021–)
• Drag Race Down Under vs. The World (judge, 2025)
• The Traitors Australia (contestant, season 3, 2026)
• Claire Hooper’s House of Games (2025)
• Portrait Artist of the Year (AU) (2025)
• Crime Night! (panelist, 2025)
• The Weekly (writer and segment guest, 2025–2026)
• The Yearly (writer and segment guest, 2025)
• Huge Big Party Congratulations! (stand-up tour, 2024)
• Rhys! Rhys! Rhys! (stand-up tour, 2020–2022)
• Eurgh (2014)
• Dawn of a New Error (2013)
• Almost a Person (2012)
• Social Liability (2011)