The Amazing Women of Orange Is The New Black IRL

Natasha Lyonne as Nicky Nichols

Nicky Nicols is real, funny, and sarcastic. She was previously an alcoholic and is shown attending AA meetings in flashbacks on the show.

She is obviously also still struggling with addiction. She was put on maximum security for relapsing in season 3.

Natasha Lyonne – in real life

Natasha Lyonne is well known for playing Jessica in the American Pie movies.

She did a great job on Orange is the New Black and was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance.