Netflix' 'Monsters' Star Nicholas Alexander Chavez Fun Facts

Early Start in Acting

Nicholas Alexander Chavez attended East High School, where he was actively involved in speech, debate, and theater. His passion for acting led him to further his studies at Pace University, where he honed his craft.

A Sporty Childhood in Denver
Nicholas Alexander Chavez was born on September 6, 1999, in Houston, Texas. Growing up in Denver, he spent a lot of time outdoors.

In an interview, he revealed, "I came from a big footballing family. Everyone played, so they made sure I was going to play too. But it was completely the wrong fit for me, even though I enjoyed it."

In addition to football, Nicholas spent his free time snowboarding, hiking, and mountain biking, embracing an active lifestyle throughout his childhood.

He is an Emmy Winner

Nicholas Alexander Chavez rose to fame portraying "Spencer Cassadine" on 'General Hospital.' His outstanding performance earned him the 2022 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Performer in a Drama Series, solidifying his place as a rising star in the industry.

Full Agenda
While still filming Netflix's 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,' Chavez received an exciting offer from director Ryan Murphy to star in another project, 'Grotesquerie.'
"When Ryan called, I was ecstatic," Chavez shared. "I was still working with him on Monsters, and I was overjoyed that he wanted to give me another opportunity to play an interesting character in one of his worlds."

He's Not Single

Bad news for Nicholas admirers—he’s completely smitten with his girlfriend, actress Victoria Abbott.
The 23-year-old Victoria got her start in a Disney Infinity commercial while she was in eighth grade and has since appeared in numerous music videos.

Nicholas and Victoria recently celebrated her birthday with a romantic getaway to Italy, sharing sweet moments from their holiday together.

He Loves Chess

Nicholas Alexander Chavez is a self-proclaimed chess enthusiast, a hobby that came in handy during breaks on the set of 'General Hospital.'
In a 2021 interview, he shared, "I’m a chess nerd, and there are a few other cast members that play as well. Marcus (Coloma, who played 'Nikolas Cassadine') and I play all the time."

Nicholas Likes to Meditate
Despite his rising stardom, Nicholas Alexander Chavez is committed to staying grounded. In a conversation with podcaster Steven Cuoco, he revealed the importance of maintaining balance through meditation and other practices.
"It's really important for me, personally, that I have guideposts I can turn to," he said. "Meditation is a really great one. I listen to music all the time, which helps me reset and process my feelings. I write a lot, and going out in nature helps too."

Hasn't Met the Menendez Brothers Yet
While Nicholas Alexander Chavez's ''Monsters co-star, Cooper Koch, recently met with the Menendez brothers, Chavez revealed that he hasn't had the chance to meet or speak with them yet.