American actor Nicholas Alexander Chavez is getting some much-deserved attention for his exceptional talent, good looks and captivating performances. Following the success of his first lead role, playing the elder of the Menendez brothers in Ryan Murphy’s true crime drama Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (2024), Chavez has undoubtedly become a rising Hollywood star.
The first season of Netflix’s Monster anthology series, which came out in 2022, covered serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer while the second instalment followed the story of the Menendez brothers who fatally shot their parents in their Beverly Hills home in 1989.
After his role in the globally acclaimed Netflix show, the young actor starred in another production by Murphy, the FX horror drama series Grotesquerie (2024), which further propelled him to fame.
Currently riding on the rave reviews of his recent projects, Chavez in an interview with People reflected on his incredible progress this year. “How could you ever keep track of it all? Honestly, to be direct with you, it’s very cool, and more than anything, it’s cool to get those signals from people that they’re responding to the work. But it is strange to see the response,” he expressed.
Naturally, several projects are coming his way. However, the fans of the American actor were kicked by the idea of seeing him play the coveted role of Patrick Bateman in the upcoming American Psycho remake by Luca Guadagnino, which eventually went to Elvis (2022) actor Austin Butler. Chavez who admires Luca and the book would like to rise up to his fans’ expectations. In an interview with Elle, he admitted that it would be one of his “dream roles.” “Luca [Guadagnino] is a genius… I love the Bret Easton Ellis book, it’s been one of my favourites for a very very long time,” he said.
Interestingly, Chavez’s Monsters co-star Cooper Koch had also expressed his keenness to take up the role as he wanted to portray a serial killer.
That said, as this gifted actor continues to make waves in the entertainment industry, we’re taking a look at his remarkable journey so far. From his most notable roles to his personal life and net worth, join us as we explore the captivating world of Nicholas Alexander Chavez.
Everything you need to know about Nicholas Alexander Chavez
His early life and background
Nicholas Alexander Chavez was born on 16 September 2000, in Houston, Texas. However, since his parents divorced when he was five, he split his time between his mother’s home in Denver and his father’s place in Arvada, Colorado.
Growing up, Chavez was a natural athlete and excelled in American football. His father, who was also his coach, would often train him. “I grew up playing Little League. My dad was the defensive coach for most of my teams. He would catch flights back from business trips just to hang out and spend time with me,” he shared in an interview with The Face.
Chavez’s father played a significant role in sparking his early interest in films. He would often pull his son out of school to take him to the movies. “I think he just really wanted to spend time with me. Watching films, bonding over that, has always been a big part of my life, especially my relationship with my dad,” he further shared in the December 2024 interview.
Soon, the actor developed a passion for performing. He was part of the Colorado Children’s Chorale, a performing arts group in Denver and had the chance to perform at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. In high school, Chavez got into the drama scene, thanks to his mentor, Matt Murphy, who brought him on board. He also took on the role of Atticus Finch in a To Kill a Mockingbird production in school.
However, he worked as a car and life insurance salesman in Florida during the pandemic before taking up acting professionally. Around the same time, he stumbled on a soap opera audition, and things moved rapidly from there. Subsequently, Chavez decided to pursue his dream of acting and moved to Los Angeles.
Nicholas Alexander Chavez’s movies and TV shows
Nicholas Alexander Chavez’s breakthrough role came in 2021 when he joined the cast of the ABC soap opera General Hospital, playing the complex and dynamic character of Spencer Cassadine. This debut TV part earned him both attention and a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Performer in a Drama Series. However, he left the show in January 2024 to start shooting for another project.
Meanwhile, in 2022, Chavez starred in the Tubi original rom-com Crushed where he played the high school heartthrob Jason Curtis.
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Chavez’s disciplined approach to his craft paid off when he landed the titular role of Lyle Menendez in the Ryan Murphy Netflix project, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. In an interview with Variety, Chavez revealed that Murphy was quite sure about who he wanted for this role.
“Usually when you go to a callback, there’s four or five other people there to play the part. But it was just Cooper [Koch] and myself. We went up there, we did the scenes. I think it felt electric right off the bat with Cooper. Ryan called us two days later to let us know that he wasn’t going to make the show if he couldn’t make it with us,” he shared.
The true crime series achieved global commercial success, debuted as the number-one series on Netflix worldwide and received three nods at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, including Best Limited or Anthology Series or Television Film.
Additionally, he starred in the FX series Grotesquerie, a horror drama that follows a small community unsettled by heinous crimes. He played priest Charlie Mayhew in his second Murphy collaboration. The series also marked Niecy Nash-Betts, Michaela Diamond, and Travis Kelce’s acting debut.
Currently, he is working on an untitled fourth film of the iconic I Know What You Did Last Summer franchise. The slasher is eyeing a 2025 release date and also stars Madelyn Cline, Lola Tung, Austin Nichols, Sarah Pidgeon, Jonah Hauer-King, Chase Sui Wonders, and Freddie Prinze Jr in key roles.
With his impressive range and dedication to his craft, Chavez is undoubtedly a talent to watch in the entertainment industry.
Do we know anything about Nicholas Chavez’s net worth?
No.
There isn’t much information about Nicholas Alexander Chavez’s net worth right now, but his primary source of income is his acting career, and he has earned a significant amount from his recent roles in television shows and films.
His personal life
Nicholas Alexander Chavez has an active presence on social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter. He frequently shares updates about his personal life and career, offering fans a unique glimpse into his experiences.
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As for his love life, Chavez is currently in a relationship with actor Victoria Abbott. The couple has reportedly been dating since mid-2023 and went Instagram official on 14 March 2024, when Abbott shared a post featuring Chavez on her page. While the exact timeline of their relationship is unclear, it’s evident that Chavez has found a supportive partner in the Echoes (2022) actor.
(Hero and featured image credits: Nicholas Alexander Chavez/@nicholasalexanderchavez via Instagram)
Frequently Asked Questions
Nicholas Alexander Chavez's notable film appearances include his role as heartthrob Jason Curtis in the 2022 film 'Crushed' and the true crime TV series 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' where he played Lyle Menendez.
Nicholas Alexander Chavez's net worth is not publicly known.
Nicholas Alexander Chavez's girlfriend is actor Victoria Abbott. The couple went Instagram official in March 2024.
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