The versatile actress, comedian, writer, author and podcaster is the host of Netflix's hit reality competition baking series, the twice Emmy-nominated Nailed It!. Fans can hear Nicole on five different podcasts, including Why Won't You Date Me? and Best Friends. Byer made history this season by becoming the first Black woman ever to be nominated in the category of Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program. She is also known for her standout appearances on MTV's hit show Girl Code and recently released her book #VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: The Fat Girl's Guide to Being #Brave and Not a Dejected, Melancholy, Down-in-the-Dumps Weeping Fat Girl in a Bikini.
Nicole Byer
Performer, Writer
August 29
Lincroft, New Jersey










7 Nominations


Outstanding Host For A Reality Or Competition Program - 2023
Nicole Byer, Host
Netflix
Magical Elves for Netflix

Outstanding Competition Program - 2022
Nicole Byer, Executive Producer
Netflix
Magical Elves for Netflix


Outstanding Host For A Reality Or Competition Program - 2022
Nicole Byer, Host
Netflix
Magical Elves for Netflix

Outstanding Writing For A Variety Special - 2022
Nicole Byer, Written by
Netflix
All Things Comedy for Netflix


Outstanding Host For A Reality Or Competition Program - 2021
Nicole Byer, Host
Netflix
Magical Elves for Netflix

Outstanding Competition Program - 2021
Nicole Byer, Executive Producer
Netflix
Magical Elves for Netflix


Outstanding Host For A Reality Or Competition Program - 2020
Nicole Byer, Host
Netflix
Magical Elves Productions


2020 Creative Arts Emmys: Fake Awards Segment
Host, Nicole Byer, creates two of her own Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
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