Zoey 101 alum Alexa Nikolas, one of the Nickelodeon stars featured in Investigation Discovery’s Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, has responded to Dan Schneider’s commentary on the docuseries.
In a video shared this week to her YouTube page for Eat Predators, a movement created by Nikolas to end predatory behavior in the entertainment industry, the former child star reacted to Schneider voicing regret about his actions as a boss. Schneider served as producer and showrunner of various Nickelodeon shows including All That, The Amanda Show, Drake & Josh and Zoey 101.
Nikolas was 12 when she was cast on Zoey 101. She exited after two seasons in 2006, following what she describes below as a blowup from Schneider after the actress asked for him to mediate in her fraught dynamic with the series’ star, Jamie Lynn Spears.
“Watching over the past two nights was very difficult,...
In a video shared this week to her YouTube page for Eat Predators, a movement created by Nikolas to end predatory behavior in the entertainment industry, the former child star reacted to Schneider voicing regret about his actions as a boss. Schneider served as producer and showrunner of various Nickelodeon shows including All That, The Amanda Show, Drake & Josh and Zoey 101.
Nikolas was 12 when she was cast on Zoey 101. She exited after two seasons in 2006, following what she describes below as a blowup from Schneider after the actress asked for him to mediate in her fraught dynamic with the series’ star, Jamie Lynn Spears.
“Watching over the past two nights was very difficult,...
- 3/23/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Daytime Emmy-winning actor Tyler Christopher has died at age 50. The soap star known for his roles on General Hospital and Days of Our Lives experienced a cardiac event at his San Diego apartment, according to reports.
Tyler Christopher played Nikolas Cassadine on ‘General Hospital’ Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth) and Tyler Christopher (Nikolas) in a 2009 episode of ‘General Hospital.’ | Ron Tom/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital from 1996 to 2016. That performance won him a Daytime Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a drama series in 2016. He also played Stefan Dimera on Days of Our Lives from 2001 to 2019. His other work included roles in the ABC Family series The Lying Game and the movie Beyond the Lights. He also made appearances in Jag, CSI, Crossing Jordan, and The Twilight Zone.
Christopher’s former General Hospital co-star Maurice Benard shared the news of his death on Instagram.
Tyler Christopher played Nikolas Cassadine on ‘General Hospital’ Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth) and Tyler Christopher (Nikolas) in a 2009 episode of ‘General Hospital.’ | Ron Tom/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital from 1996 to 2016. That performance won him a Daytime Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a drama series in 2016. He also played Stefan Dimera on Days of Our Lives from 2001 to 2019. His other work included roles in the ABC Family series The Lying Game and the movie Beyond the Lights. He also made appearances in Jag, CSI, Crossing Jordan, and The Twilight Zone.
Christopher’s former General Hospital co-star Maurice Benard shared the news of his death on Instagram.
- 11/1/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
I cannot speak to anything that Tyler Christopher, who died on Tuesday, did following his initial run as General Hospital‘s Nikolas Cassadine. But I do want to take a moment to reflect on, and celebrate, how he — in his first acting role ever, I believe? — rose to the occasion after being dropped into one of Gh‘s best twists ever.
Christopher, lore tells us, first auditioned for the Gh role of Stone Cates (which instead went to Michael Sutton). Years later, though, he successfully made a run at the role of Nikolas, another brand-new character that was inserted into...
Christopher, lore tells us, first auditioned for the Gh role of Stone Cates (which instead went to Michael Sutton). Years later, though, he successfully made a run at the role of Nikolas, another brand-new character that was inserted into...
- 11/1/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Los Angeles, Nov 1 (Ians) Actor Tyler Christopher, popularly known for his role as Nikolas Cassadine on the show ‘General Hospital’, has died. He was 50. Christopher’s ‘General Hospital’ co-star Maurice Benard announced the news on Instagram Tuesday evening, writing: “Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
Benard continued: “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
Benard noted that “Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016, as well as Connor Bishop from 2004 to 2005, reports Variety.
In 2016, he won the Daytime Emmy for his performance as Nikolas,...
Benard continued: “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
Benard noted that “Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016, as well as Connor Bishop from 2004 to 2005, reports Variety.
In 2016, he won the Daytime Emmy for his performance as Nikolas,...
- 11/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Los Angeles, Nov 1 (Ians) Actor Tyler Christopher, popularly known for his role as Nikolas Cassadine on the show ‘General Hospital’, has died. He was 50. Christopher’s ‘General Hospital’ co-star Maurice Benard announced the news on Instagram Tuesday evening, writing: “Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
Benard continued: “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
Benard noted that “Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016, as well as Connor Bishop from 2004 to 2005, reports Variety.
In 2016, he won the Daytime Emmy for his performance as Nikolas,...
Benard continued: “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
Benard noted that “Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016, as well as Connor Bishop from 2004 to 2005, reports Variety.
In 2016, he won the Daytime Emmy for his performance as Nikolas,...
- 11/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Tyler Christopher, who starred as Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital, has died. He was 50.
Christopher’s co-star Maurice Benard, who played Sonny Corinthos on the ABC soap opera, wrote on Instagram Tuesday evening, “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher. Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
He continued, “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him. Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol. We are beyond devastated by the loss of our dear friend and pray for his children and his father.”
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Christopher’s co-star Maurice Benard, who played Sonny Corinthos on the ABC soap opera, wrote on Instagram Tuesday evening, “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher. Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
He continued, “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him. Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol. We are beyond devastated by the loss of our dear friend and pray for his children and his father.”
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- 11/1/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tragedy has struck the world of daytime TV as it has been revealed that veteran soap star Tyler Christopher has died.
He was 50.
The actor was best known for his work as Nikolas Cassadine on daytime sudser General Hospital.
Maurice Benard, Christopher's one-time General Hospital costar, took to Instagram to confirm the news and pay tribute.
"It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher," he wrote.
"Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment."
"Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting," Maurice said of his fallen friend.
"Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him."
Benard also opened up about Tyler being an advocate for "better mental health...
He was 50.
The actor was best known for his work as Nikolas Cassadine on daytime sudser General Hospital.
Maurice Benard, Christopher's one-time General Hospital costar, took to Instagram to confirm the news and pay tribute.
"It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher," he wrote.
"Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment."
"Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting," Maurice said of his fallen friend.
"Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him."
Benard also opened up about Tyler being an advocate for "better mental health...
- 11/1/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Tyler Christopher, known for his role as Nikolas Cassadine on “General Hospital,” has died. He was 50.
Christopher’s “General Hospital” co-star Maurice Benard announced the news on Instagram Tuesday evening, writing, “Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
Benard continued, “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
Benard noted that “Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016, as well as Connor Bishop from 2004 to 2005. In 2016, he won the Daytime Emmy for his performance as Nikolas, and previously earned four nominations, one...
Christopher’s “General Hospital” co-star Maurice Benard announced the news on Instagram Tuesday evening, writing, “Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
Benard continued, “Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
Benard noted that “Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016, as well as Connor Bishop from 2004 to 2005. In 2016, he won the Daytime Emmy for his performance as Nikolas, and previously earned four nominations, one...
- 10/31/2023
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
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