Who is Nicholas Alexander Chavez? Meet Monsters’ Lyle Menendez actor

Who is Nicholas Alexander Chavez? Meet Monsters’ Lyle Menendez actor

As a seasoned movie enthusiast who’s been around the block a few times, I must say that Nicholas Alexander Chavez is a name to watch out for! This young actor has already made quite an impact with his portrayal of Lyle Menendez in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.


Ryan Murphy returns for another installment of his true-crime drama show, Monsters, this time named “Monsters: The Tale of Lyle and Erik Menendez.

This upcoming series centers around the tale of siblings Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted for the killings of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. They were given a sentence of life imprisonment, with no chance for release on parole.

The performance boasts an illustrious ensemble, including renowned actors like Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny.

Instead, Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch will portray the main characters Lyle and Erik Menendez.

Wondering where you’ve seen Chavez before? Read on for everything you need to know about the star.

Who is Nicholas Alexander Chavez?

Who is Nicholas Alexander Chavez? Meet Monsters’ Lyle Menendez actor

In 2012, Chavez had his major acting debut on the American daytime drama series, General Hospital.

In the Netflix series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” he portrays Lyle, the elder Menendez brother.

How old is Nicholas Alexander Chavez?

Chavez is 25 years old at the time of writing.

He was somewhat older than the character Lyle Menendez from Monsters, who was 21 when the killings occurred.

What else has Nicholas Alexander Chavez been in?

Who is Nicholas Alexander Chavez? Meet Monsters’ Lyle Menendez actor

Chavez rose to fame starring as Spencer Cassadine in General Hospital, a role which bagged him the 2022 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Performer in a Drama Series.

He’s also set to star in Ryan Murphy’s upcoming horror series Grotesquerie as Father Charlie.

Speaking about what drew him to the project on the red carpet for the Monsters premiere, he recently told What to Watch: “I think it was Ryan’s enthusiasm.”

He continued: “He is so excited about Grotesquerie, as am I. It was an incredible show to work on, so much fun.

When Ryan phoned, I was absolutely thrilled. At the time, we were collaborating on a project called Monsters, and I couldn’t help but feel elated because he was offering me another chance to portray a captivating character within one of his universes.

What has Nicholas Alexander Chavez said about starring in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story?

Who is Nicholas Alexander Chavez? Meet Monsters’ Lyle Menendez actor

To get ready for playing the character Lyle, he shared with Entertainment Weekly that he had to delve deeply into research.

As a movie enthusiast, this character truly resonated with me – complex and captivating all at once. I felt compelled to delve deeper, and thankfully, there’s an abundance of material available about him. I immersed myself in every piece I could find, from articles to interviews. The court TV series offered a valuable insight into his past, providing me with a glimpse that left a lasting impression on me.

Is Nicholas Alexander Chavez on Instagram?

Yes, he can be found at the handle @nicholasalexanderchavez.

He has over 100,000 thousand followers.

Is Nicholas Alexander Chavez on Twitter?

Chavez also has Twitter (now X), and can be found at the handle @nicholasachavez.

Watch “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” on Netflix, which you can subscribe to starting at just £4.99 per month. Additionally, Netflix is accessible on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream as well.

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2024-09-23 18:35