Known for movies
General Hospital (1996-2016)
as Nikolas Cassadine / Nickolas Cassadine / Nikolas C
Beyond the Lights (2014)
as Liam King
Out of the Black (2001)
as Cole Malby
Shouting Secrets (2011)
as Tushka
Short Info
| Date Of Birth | November 11, 1972 |
| Spouse | Brienne Pedigo, Eva Longoria |
| Fact | Once worked at UCLA medical Center. |
Tyler Christopher is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Nikolas Cassadine on the ABC soap opera General Hospital, a role he has played since 1996.
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Born in Danville, Illinois, Christopher was raised in Boonville, Indiana. His parents divorced when he was two years old, and he was raised by his mother and stepfather. He has two older sisters.
Christopher graduated from Boonville High School in 1988. He then attended the University of Evansville, where he studied theatre. He left school after one year to pursue his acting career.
Christopher’s first acting role was in the NBC daytime soap opera Days of Our Lives, where he played the role of Stefan Cassadine from 1991 to 1992. He then appeared in the short-lived ABC primetime drama series Class of 96, before landing his breakout role as Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital in 1996.
Since joining General Hospital, Christopher has won two Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, in 2003 and 2012. He has also been nominated for the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series four times, in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2016.
of course. I don’t get there much but I would be honored
— Tyler Christopher (@Tyler2929) March 20, 2019
Christopher’s other television credits include guest-starring roles on JAG, CSI: Miami, Without a Trace and Cold Case.
On the big screen, Christopher has appeared in the films The Skulls (2000), All Souls Day (2005) and Red Sands (2009).
In addition to his acting career, Christopher is also a singer-songwriter. He released his debut album, Tyler Christopher, in 2006.
Christopher has been married twice. His first marriage was to Eva Longoria, with whom he starred on General Hospital, from 2002 to 2004. His second marriage is to Brienne Pedigo, with whom he has two daughters.
Christopher’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million.
General Info
| Full Name | Tyler Christopher |
| Date Of Birth | November 11, 1972 |
| Height | 1.78 m |
| Profession | Actor |
| Education | Ohio Wesleyan University |
| Nationality | American |
Family
| Spouse | Brienne Pedigo, Eva Longoria |
| Children | Greysun James Christopher, Boheme Christopher |
| Parents | Jimi-Ann Baker, Jim Baker |
Accomplishments
| Awards | Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series |
| Nominations | Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series, Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series |
| Movies | Shouting Secrets, U.S. Seals: Dead or Alive, Out of the Black, The Pretender 2001, Face the Music, Common Bonds |
| TV Shows | The Lying Game, Into the West, General Hospital, Secrets of a Small Town |
Social profile links
Facts
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | On May 3, 2015, Tyler & Brienne welcomed a second child -- daughter, Boheme, 7lb 11oz. |
| 2 | Has a son, Greysun James Christopher (born October 3, 2009), with his wife, Brienne Pedigo. |
| 3 | Cousin-in-law of Cari Costner. |
| 4 | Waited tables with actor J.D. Walters and Derk Cheetwood at a Burbank restaurant in 1993. |
| 5 | His mother is Choctaw Indian and his father is Seneca Indian. |
| 6 | Started a Theatre group called the 68 cent crew in 2003. |
| 7 | Once worked at UCLA medical Center. |
| 8 | He is the cousin of actors Derk Cheetwood and Drew Cheetwood. |
| 9 | Enjoys playing golf. |
| 10 | Attended Ohio Wesleyan University. |
| 11 | Is the youngest of four children. Two sisters and one brother. |
| 12 | Has 3 dogs named Brando, Buck & Chief. Has a new puppy called Brando (Adronicus Mastiff). |
| 13 | He bought his girlfriend, Natalia Livingston, a Yorkshire puppy for Christmas. They broke up in July 2005 and reunited in December 2005. |
| 14 | Freddie Prinze Jr. and Sarah Michelle Gellar were witnesses at his wedding. |
Pictures
Movies
Actor
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pretty Broken | 2017 | post-production | Jerry Carlyle |
| The New Wife | 2017 | completed | Mitch |
| Unhallowed | announced | Dr. Luke Kiriakis | |
| General Hospital | 1996-2016 | TV Series | Nikolas Cassadine Nickolas Cassadine Nikolas Cassidine ... |
| Beyond the Lights | 2014 | Liam King | |
| The Lying Game | 2011-2013 | TV Series | Dan Whitehorse |
| Shouting Secrets | 2011 | Tushka | |
| Stage 4 | 2010 | Short | Zack |
| Raven | 2010 | Vlad | |
| Secrets of a Small Town | 2006 | TV Series | Grant Wilson |
| Into the West | 2005 | TV Mini-Series | Jacob Wheeler Jr. Touch the Sky |
| Crossing Jordan | 2003 | TV Series | Officer Fisher |
| CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | 2002 | TV Series | Billy Rattison |
| Boomtown | 2002 | TV Series | Holden McKay |
| JAG | 2002 | TV Series | Gunnery Sergeant Joe Akers |
| The Twilight Zone | 2002 | TV Series | Dr. Jay Ferguson |
| Frogmen Operation Stormbringer | 2002 | Rick | |
| The Division | 2002 | TV Series | Seaman Stan Bellows |
| One for the Money | 2002 | TV Movie | Joe Morelli |
| Special Unit 2 | 2001 | TV Series | Det. David Scott |
| Sam's Circus | 2001 | TV Movie | Sgt. Samuel Van Handle |
| Out of the Black | 2001 | Cole Malby | |
| Felicity | 2001 | TV Series | Clubgoer |
| Days of Our Lives | 2001 | TV Series | Signore Christofero |
| The Pretender 2001 | 2001 | TV Movie | Ethan |
| Face the Music | 2000 | Dan | |
| The Pretender | 2000 | TV Series | Ethan Clausen / Mirage |
| Angel | 2000 | TV Series | Bret Folger |
| Charmed | 2000 | TV Series | Anton |
| Family Law | 2000 | TV Series | Neil Lumston |
| Catfish in Black Bean Sauce | 1999 | Michael | |
| Common Bonds | 1997 | Scott (as Tyler Baker) |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 43rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | 2016 | TV Movie | Himself - Winner: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series |
| Celebrity Wife Swap | 2014 | TV Series | Himself - Host |
| Live from the Red Carpet: The 2014 Daytime Emmy Awards | 2014 | TV Special | Himself |
| The Tyra Banks Show | 2007 | TV Series | Himself |
| The 33rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | 2006 | TV Special | Himself |
| SoapTalk | 2003-2006 | TV Series | Himself |
| SOAPnet Reveals ABC Soap Secrets | 2005 | TV Movie | Himself |
| Live with Kelly and Michael | 2005 | TV Series | Himself |
| Soapography | 2004 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
| 1 Day with... | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
| SOAPnet Reveals ABC Soap Secrets | 2004 | TV Movie documentary | Himself |
| The 31st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | 2004 | TV Special | Himself |
| Knock First | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
| The View | 2003 | TV Series | Himself |
| The 29th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | 2002 | TV Special | Himself |
| Search Party | 1999-2000 | TV Series | Celebrity Contestant |
| The 25th Annual People's Choice Awards | 1999 | TV Special | Himself |
| Wheel of Fortune | 1998 | TV Series | Himself - Celebrity Contestant |
| The 25th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | 1998 | TV Special | Himself - Nominated: Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series |
Archive Footage
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| E! True Hollywood Story | 2009 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
| Charmed | 2006 | TV Series | Anton |
Awards
Won Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Daytime Emmy | Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series | General Hospital (1963) |
| 2012 | FirstGlance Award | Philadelphia FirstGlance Film Festival | Best Ensemble Cast | Shouting Secrets (2011) |
| 2011 | American Indian Movie Award | American Indian Film Festival | Best Supporting Actor | Shouting Secrets (2011) |
| 2006 | FAITA Award | First Americans in the Arts Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor Performance in a TV Movie/Special | Into the West (2005) |
| 2001 | FAITA Award | First Americans in the Arts Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role (Film) | Catfish in Black Bean Sauce (1999) |
| 2001 | FAITA Award | First Americans in the Arts Awards | Outstanding Guest Performance by an Actor in a TV Drama Series | The Pretender (1996) |
| 2001 | PFWC Award | Portland Festival of World Cinema | Best Actor | Out of the Black (2001) |
| 1997 | Soap Opera Digest Award | Soap Opera Digest Awards | Outstanding Male Newcomer | General Hospital (1963) |
Nominated Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Daytime Emmy | Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | General Hospital (1963) |
| 2005 | Daytime Emmy | Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | General Hospital (1963) |
| 2005 | Special Fan Award | Daytime Emmy Awards | Irresistable Combination | General Hospital (1963) |
| 2005 | Soap Opera Digest Award | Soap Opera Digest Awards | Favorite New Couple | General Hospital (1963) |
| 2004 | Image Award | Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series | General Hospital (1963) |
| 1998 | Daytime Emmy | Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series | General Hospital (1963) |
| 1998 | OFTA Television Award | Online Film & Television Association | Best Supporting Actor in a Daytime Serial | General Hospital (1963) |
Source: IMDb, Wikipedia
