Meet Vancouver-based actor Nicole Oliver.
Meet Nicole Oliver
“Bronies” around the world recognize Nicole Oliver for her voice over work on the popular animated series My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, but Nicole’s impressive 20-year career includes countless other notable roles in film and television, on both sides of the camera. Her work spans genres and mediums, with a recent project including voicing several characters in Seth Rogen’s adult animation comedy Sausage Party, to several years of hosting the Slice Network hit series Crash Test Mommy.
Nicole is currently appearing in the buzzed about Lifetime Movie Britney Ever After, where she takes on the role of pop princess Britney Spears’ mom, Lynne Spears.
Follow Nicole on Twitter or visit online at https://nicoleoliver.com.
20 Questions with Nicole Oliver
Your first job.
My first job was as a chamber maid at my Uncle’s resort in Manitoba. I was 12 years old and my duties included cleaning the cabins, changing linens etc.
The job you always wanted as a child.
I thought it would be cool to be the person who names nail polish colours. Or a trial lawyer. I was all over the place as a child with my dreams!
Your pet peeve.
People who don’t let you finish your sentence before they jump in with their two cents. I think we’ve lost the art of the conversation, and I really appreciate people who listen BEFORE sharing their opinion.
Your hero.
My mother.
Your biggest indulgence.
Facials and skin care products.
One thing no one knows about you.
I am obsessed with young adult literature. Obsessed!
Three things you would want with you on a deserted island.
Water. Lavender essential oil. Sunscreen.
The one word your best friend would use to describe you.
Generous.
If you were not an actor, what would you be doing?
I would be a lawyer.
Hero or villain?
Villains are more interesting …
Your life’s motto/mantra.
The worst thing you can ever say is: what would have happened if?” Seize your moments.
The song that gets the most play on your iTunes playlist.
That is always changing. Right now I love 24K Magic by Bruno Mars. Earth Wind and Fire’s September is a classic.
Your favourite play.
My favourite new play is Onegin, the original musical that was on at the Arts Club last season. Love that show!
If you were a cartoon character what cartoon character would you be and why?
I love cartoons. I think it would be a mix of Jessica Rabbit for her sultry vivaciousness and wardrobe, The Road Runner for his speed and timing, and Wonder Woman, because, well … it’s Wonder Woman.
What will it say on your grave marker?
Lived and loved completely and with no regrets.
Who would you most like to have dinner with?
From any time in history? Queen Elizabeth, Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep and Rihanna would make for interesting dinner conversation.
Your idea of happiness.
In my garden, pulling weeds and listening to my kids playing outside.
The one thing in your life that makes you most proud.
My children.
If you could go back in time, what would you tell your 20-year old self?
Breathe … oh, and you do not need to be on a diet. Eat a sandwich!!
To be or not to be?
To be. Always to be.