UAP Personalities

Napolitano, Linda
- Best known for the highly publicized “Manhattan alien abduction” claims tied to the Brooklyn Bridge area.
- A central figure in late-20th-century abduction lore, widely promoted in UFO media and books.
- Controversial for disputed witness corroboration and the story’s heavy reliance on narrative testimony.
Nelson, Buck
- Classic “contactee” figure who claimed ongoing friendly contact with “space people” and delivered message-style accounts.
- Part of the mid-century contactee wave blending UFOs, spirituality, prophecy, and personal revelation.
- Historically influential in experiencer culture, frequently criticized as unverifiable folklore.
Nickell, Joe
- Leading American skeptical investigator who applied forensic-style methods to UFO claims, abductions, photos, and hoaxes.
- A major public antagonist to “nuts-and-bolts” ufology, arguing most cases collapse under re-investigation.
- Highly influential through books, lectures, TV, and decades of high-profile debunking work.
Noel, Christopher
- UFO journalist/author associated with modern UAP-era commentary, case discussion, and witness-focused reporting.
- Known for translating complex UAP developments into accessible narratives for general audiences.
- Criticized by skeptics for leaning toward mystery framing and by believers when too cautious.
Nolan, Garry
- Stanford-affiliated scientist who became a major modern UAP figure through claims about experiencer-related biology and government interest.
- A prominent “credentialed academic” presence in disclosure-era conversations, often cited as a legitimizing authority.
- Polarizing for blending scientific language with contested claims and insider-adjacent narratives.
Noory, George
- Longtime host of Coast to Coast AM, one of the most influential mass-market platforms for UFO and paranormal talk.
- A major amplifier of disclosure narratives, experiencer testimony, and alternative theories through nightly radio.
- Criticized for soft vetting and sensationalism; defended as a key venue that kept UFO topics culturally alive.
Novel, Gordon
- After hearing about the "Alien Reproduction Vehicle" aka "Fluxliner" Gordon was obsessed with determining how it functions.
- Gordon interviewed "Brad" to get the firsthand description of all the components "Brad" witnessed in the ARV.
- Gordon consulted many scientists including Hal Puthoff in his attempt to understand how the ARV works.
- Gordon wrote a book, "Supreme Cosmic Secret" containing all the evidence and information about the ARV he came across in his investigation.
Novella, Steven
- Physician and prominent scientific skeptic who critiques paranormal and extraordinary claims, including UFO narratives.
- Known for emphasizing cognitive bias, evidentiary standards, and methodological rigor.
- A major antagonist figure in believer communities, influential in skeptical audiences.
Noyes, Ralph
- British author and former civil servant whose UFO writing is closely tied to UK Ministry of Defence-era UFO discourse.
- Best known for presenting an “official-insider” perspective while remaining open to genuine anomalies.
- Influential in UK ufology for blending bureaucratic context with case discussion and philosophical framing.
Nye, Bill
- Mainstream science educator frequently invoked in UFO debates as a pro-science voice on evidence standards.
- Not a ufologist, but influential as a cultural “skeptical authority” referenced in UAP discussions.
- Often appears in media segments contextualizing UFO claims with scientific caution.