Actress Nicole R. Hughes was born in Oakland, California, just blocks from the scene of her first film - "Fruitvale Station," a Sundance Award winning film; a true story of the cold-hearted bigotry that ended the life of young Oscar Grant. Nicole attended California State University of Hayward, where she received her B.A. in Mass Communications, with a focus in Broadcasting. She later earned a Master's degree, with honors, in Integrated Marketing Communications, with a focus in Public Relations at Golden Gate University in San Francisco. Nicole hosted "Urban View," interviewing authors, CEO's, and celebrities such as Danny Glover, Terri J. Vaughn, Carl Lumbly and Kem. Nicole acted in commercials for California Academy of Science's "Earthquake," Tillamook Cheese, Docusign, Nature Made Vitamins, and Lexus. She gave a multi-part performance in the theatre production of Two Sisters Entertainment's "Never Too Late," and a murder mystery play "Murder on the Oriental Rug," gaining critical praise for versatility and range. She is currently preparing to travel to New York City for the production, "Toy Soldierz" which will be competing in the "NYC Urban Theater Festival." In 2012, in addition to "Fruitvale," Nicole acted in "Rey" and "Blackout" before landing her first speaking role as Martha in the film "Money for Angels"(2012), directed by Michael Fredianelli. Since her role in "Money for Angels," Nicole has starred in several feature films, as well as Discovery ID television shows, "Wives with Knives" and "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover." In addition to acting, modeling, and hosting, Nicole stays busy volunteering and being active in the dance ministry at her church. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Professor Jack Saunders