16 Facts About Nick Pickard

Nicholas Pickard was born on 27 May 1975 and is an English actor.

Nick Pickard is known for his portrayal of Tony Hutchinson in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, a role he has held since its first episode in 1995; he remains the longest-serving cast member.

Nicholas Nick Pickard was born on 27 May 1975 in Surrey.

Nick Pickard studied at the Sylvia Young Theatre School and Corona Theatre School worked extensively in the theatre before joining Hollyoaks.

When Nick Pickard joined Hollyoaks, he relocated to Liverpool, where the programme is filmed.

In 1993, Nick Pickard played a minor role in EastEnders, appearing as a young homeless boy.

Nick Pickard appeared in music videos for "Over My Shoulder" and "Almost Unreal".

Nick Pickard landed the role of Tony Hutchinson in Hollyoaks in 1995, becoming a member of the original cast.

Nick Pickard remains in the role to date, and has since become the longest-serving cast member, having played the part since the inaugural episode.

In 2017, Nick Pickard won the British Soap Award for Outstanding Achievement in honour of his achievement of playing the role for 22 years.

When John left the programme in 2010, The Daily Star released a news article claiming that Nick Pickard was set to follow in his brother's footsteps and depart Hollyoaks, stating that he was "disgusted" with his brother's "axing".

However, Nick Pickard denied these reports, confirming that he was happy and had no intentions to leave the soap.

Nick Pickard has appeared in theatre productions including Richard II, An Enemy of the People and Edward II.

Nick Pickard joined the cast of the 2009 pantomime adaption of Cinderella at Liverpool Empire Theatre, where he portrayed Dandini.

In 2011, Nick Pickard participated in the sixth series of Celebrity MasterChef, where he reached the final though lost out to Phil Vickery.

Nick Pickard was in a relationship with his former Hollyoaks colleague Joanna Taylor, who portrayed the role of Geri Hudson.