Nicolas Bechtel
Born
Nicolas Joseph Bechtel

(2005-02-15) February 15, 2005 (age 19)
Fontana, California
OccupationActor
Years active2012–present
Known for
FamilyNick Bechtel (father)
Julie Bechtel (mother)
Nicole Bechtel (sister)

Nicolas Joseph Bechtel (born February 15, 2005) is an American actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Spencer Cassadine (2013–2020) on ABC's General Hospital and Lewie Diaz on the Disney Channel sitcom Stuck in the Middle.

Early life

Bechtel is the son of Nick and Julie Bechtel.[1] He was born on February 15, 2005, in Fontana, California.[2][3] He has an older sister, Nicole.[4] His middle name is Joseph, after his maternal grandfather, with whom Bechtel is very close.[5]

Career

Bechtel made his television debut in a 2012 episode of the NBC soap opera, Days of Our Lives in the role of Josh.[6] In May 2013, Bechtel made his debut in the role of Spencer on General Hospital.[7] In 2014, Bechtel announced that he was cast in Fox's Steven Spielberg produced comedic drama, Red Band Society. He would play a younger version of Nolan Sotillo's Jordi.[8] Bechtel appeared in three episodes. In 2015, Bechtel was cast in the Disney pilot for Stuck in the Middle led by Jenna Ortega.[9] The series premiered in March 2016.[10] In 2016, Bechtel appeared as Rob Kardashian in FX's anthology series, The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story.[11] Stuck in the Middle was cancelled after three seasons in 2018.[12] In 2019, Bechtel was cast opposite fellow General Hospital alumni, Nathan Parsons in the Jeremy Camp biopic, I Still Believe which hit theaters in March 2020.[13] Bechtel reprised the role of Spencer for one episode on January 20, 2020.[14] It would turn out to be Bechtel's last appearance in the role as the character was recast in 2021.[15]

Filmography

Television and film roles
Year Title Role Notes
2012 Days of Our Lives Josh October 16, 2012, episode
2013 The Goodwin Games Young Keith Episode: "Welcome Home, Goodwins"
Good Luck Charlie Hudson Episode: "Fright Night"
The List Adam Television film
General Hospital Spencer Cassadine Recurring role, 109 episodes
2014 Baby Daddy Little Ben Episode: "Send in the Clowns"
Rake Max Leon 7 episodes
Girl Meets World Simon P. Littleboyeater Episode: "Girl Meets World of Terror"
Red Band Society Young Jordi 3 episodes
2015 Grey's Anatomy Jack Episode: "Where Do We Go From Here?"
Underdog Kids Sean Supporting role
2016 The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story Rob Kardashian 4 Episodes
Stuck in the Middle Lewie Diaz Series regular; 57 episodes
2020 I Still Believe Jared Supporting role
2021 American Horror Stories Rory Episode: "Game Over"

Awards and nominations

List of awards and nominations for Nicolas Bechtel
Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2016 Daytime Emmy Award Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series General Hospital Nominated [16]
Young Entertainer Award Best Young Actor - Drama Series Nominated [17]

References

  1. ^ "My Favorite Day!". Special. ABC Soaps In Depth. Vol. 19, no. 7. Bauer Media Group. February 16, 2015. pp. 80–82.
  2. ^ "HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO NICOLAS BECHTEL!". Soap Opera Digest. United States: American Media, Inc. February 15, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  3. ^ "Today in Soap Opera History (February 15)". We Love Soaps. February 15, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  4. ^ Mason, Charlie (February 3, 2021). "General Hospital Fave Asks Fans to 'Please Put Some Positivity Out There' on What Is a 'Sad Day for Me'". Soaps.com. SHE Media. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  5. ^ "About a Boy". Up Close & Personal. ABC Soaps In Depth. Vol. 19, no. 5. Bauer Media Group. February 2, 2015. p. 50.
  6. ^ Byrne, Bonnie (January 19, 2020). "Nicholas Bechtel Is Returning To General Hospital". Fame10. System1 LLC. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  7. ^ "Who's Coming". Comings and Goings. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 38, no. 20. American Media, Inc. May 20, 2013. pp. 10–11.
  8. ^ Lewis, Errol (August 26, 2014). "'GH's' Nicolas Bechtel Joins FOX's 'Red Band Society'; Find Out Who He'll Be Playing!". Soap Opera Network. Retrieved July 3, 2021.
  9. ^ Petski, Denise (September 4, 2015). "Disney Channel Picks Up 'Stuck In The Middle' Starring Jenna Ortega To Series". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  10. ^ Lewis, Errol (January 15, 2016). "Disney Channel Announces Premiere Date For 'Stuck In The Middle' Starring 'GH's' Nicolas Bechtel". Soap Opera Network. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  11. ^ Cushman, Dustin (January 19, 2016). "General Hospital's Nicolas Bechtel in The People V. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story". Soaps.com. SHE Media. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  12. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (March 30, 2018). "'Stuck In the Middle' To End After 3 Seasons On Disney Channel, Star Jenna Ortega Joins ABC Pilot 'Man Of the House'". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
  13. ^ Cushman, Dustin (August 22, 2019). "Nathan Parsons & Nicolas Bechtel's 'I Still Believe' Trailer Released". Soaps.com. SHE Media. Retrieved July 3, 2021.
  14. ^ Jubinville, Mike (January 18, 2020). "Nicolas Bechtel Brings Spencer Home to Port Charles". Daytime Confidential. Confidential Media, Inc. (SAY Media). Retrieved July 3, 2021.
  15. ^ Eades, Chris (July 2, 2021). "Nicholas Alexander Chavez Is the New Spencer on GENERAL HOSPITAL". Soaps In Depth. Bauer Media Group. Retrieved July 3, 2021.
  16. ^ "The 43rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award Nominations" (PDF). New York City: emmyonline.org and National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. March 24, 2016. Archived (PDF) from the original on April 17, 2016. Retrieved July 3, 2021.
  17. ^ "Young Entertainer Awards Submissions: 2015 Nominations". Retrieved July 3, 2021.

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