Who is Cooper Koch? Meet Monsters’ Erik Menendez actor

Who is Cooper Koch? Meet Monsters’ Erik Menendez actor

As a seasoned movie buff with over three decades of cinematic exploration under my belt, I must say that Cooper Koch is a name to watch out for. His portrayal of Erik Menendez in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story has left me utterly captivated.


Ryan Murphy’s newest true-crime drama, titled “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” is now available, and, similar to its forerunner “Dahmer,” it’s stirring up quite a bit of debate.

In the newest addition to the Monster series, we delve into the stories of the Menendez brothers, who tragically took the lives of their own parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez.

Cooper Koch plays Erik Menendez, the youngest brother, while Nicholas Chavez portrays Lyle. 

Curious if you’ve spotted the rising talent Koch somewhere before? Here’s a rundown of the actor and his past roles that you might find interesting.

Who is Cooper Koch

Who is Cooper Koch? Meet Monsters’ Erik Menendez actor

Koch made a notable debut as the lead actor in “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” a prominent TV series for which he gained significant recognition. This was his initial significant role in a major television production.

He plays the youngest Menendez brother, Erik, in the latest instalment of the Monster series.

As a passionate cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that it’s not just me who’s made a mark in the television realm; my twin brother, Payton Koch, has also been a significant figure behind the camera. He’s lent his talent to various shows produced by Ryan Murphy, including “Only Murders in the Building” and “Ratched”.

How old is Cooper Koch?

The actor is 28 years old at the time of writing.

Despite playing the younger Menendez sibling, Koch is actually 3 years older than Chavez.

What has Cooper Koch previously starred in?

Who is Cooper Koch? Meet Monsters’ Erik Menendez actor

In the Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, he landed his most significant acting role to date; however, prior to this, he had already made appearances in Power Book II: Ghost, the 2020 film A New York Christmas Wedding, and the 2022 Peacock thriller They/ Them.

He also starred in the 2022 body-horror movie Swallowed.

In 2022, despite potentially securing a role on one of the most significant shows of the year, Koch admitted that no roles were being offered to him at all.

In an interaction with Edge Media Network, I shared my struggle of not landing roles even after numerous auditions. During this discussion, a nameless acting coach offered her insights and candidly stated, “You know, your voice might give off a gay vibe.

Koch proposed that he was dismissed during the production of a pilot episode for a new television series, due to reasons comparable to those before.

He stated, ‘I’ve developed a tough exterior over the years and have faced challenges such as bullying during my childhood and being dismissed from a piloting job due to similar circumstances. However, I no longer put up with such treatment. If needed, I simply choose to remove myself from the situation.’

If you find issues with my style, such as my voice, mannerisms, or the way I speak and move, to be deal-breakers for our collaboration, then it seems we may not be compatible for working together.

What has Cooper Koch said about starring in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story?

To fully understand Erik Menendez’s perspective, as shared with TheWrap by Koch, he transformed his trailer into a replica of Erik’s room, filling it with his clothes and adorning the walls with photos of Erik as well as himself.

Reflecting on old family videos, I observed the tender care my parents displayed towards me as a child, fostering a deep sense of appreciation and gratitude within me for my beloved family members.

I paid close attention to everything [Erik] did, and followed his actions diligently. To immerse myself in his character, I had a variety of musical pieces and numerous notebooks at my disposal.

Is Cooper Koch on Instagram?

No, but he does appear in his brother Payton’s Instagram posts.

Payton publicly honored his twin brother by posting some exclusive shots from the movie set where Cooper was acting, all in celebration of the film’s premiere – “Monsters”.

“Have never felt more proud of another human being. I love you so much and am so so happy for you.”

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Is Cooper Koch on Twitter?

No, not at present.

Check out “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” on Netflix – join now for only £4.99 a month, or stream it on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream as well.

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2024-09-23 17:05