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Frank Paiva (he/they) writes comedy with heart. Born and raised in Seattle, they are a Nickelodeon Writing Program alum and a GLAAD List writer. They are a staff writer on Nickelodeon’s Wylde Pak.

Frank spent 15 years living in New York as a theatre artist, entertainment reporter, and tour guide. They are particularly interested in LGBTQ+ stories and increasing opportunities for performers of size.

Now based in Los Angeles, Frank was a finalist for the ATX TV Festival’s Pitch Competition and a member of the IAMA Theatre’s Emerging Playwrights Lab. They have been to all six Disneylands around the world and will always say yes to dim sum, Korean spas, and tipping a drag queen.

 

recent news:

July 2025:

  • Wylde Pak continues to air Friday nights on Nickelodeon.

  • Created and started checking things off of my Los Angeles bucket list.

June 2025:

May 2025:

  • Had an amazing time at the ATX TV Festival.

  • Celebrated the 20th anniversary of my Modern Love essay.

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