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Nicholas Chavez is one of General Hospital‘s rising young stars. The actor took over the role of Spencer Cassadine in July 2021 and has already won the audience’s hearts. His recent performances are praised by fans and critics, who agree he has a bright future.

'General Hospital' star Nicholas Chavez wearing a tuxedo and holding a Daytime Emmy.
General Hospital star Nicholas Chavez I Amy Sussman/Getty Images

‘General Hospital’ fans love Nicholas Chavez’s recent performances as Spencer Cassadine

Since stepping into the shoes of Spencer on General Hospital, Chavez has been thrust into big storylines. While viewers are always skeptical about newcomers, Chavez silenced critics. Chavez is touted as one of the soap opera’s rising young stars.

His recent performances have proved why many enjoy watching him. In the past month, Chavez has had plenty of juicy material to work with. During her trial, Spencer risked his freedom to prove Trina Robinson’s (Tabyana Ali) innocence. Viewers were in awe as Spencer finally proved his love and devotion to his lady love.

But Chavez’s best work came last week when Spencer learned his father Nikolas Cassadine (Marcus Coloma) slept with Esme Prince (Avery Kristen Pohl). Finding out about his dad’s betrayal, Spencer unleashed his anger and hurt at Nikolas.

The scenes were the talk of fans on Twitter, who applauded Chavez’s performance. “@nicholasachavez was spectacular today…Bravo!!!” declared one viewer.

“You were incredible today! When Spencer’s heart broke, mine broke. I predict another Emmy!” another fan wrote.

“Omg! An Emmy-worthy performance! I was in tears,” another commenter chimed in.

“This kid @nicholasachavez has got to be one of the best actors that have ever crossed paths with GH. Omg, and I’ve been watching for 45 years,” another viewer wrote.

Nicholas Chavez won a Daytime Emmy earlier this year

It’s been only a year since Chavez joined General Hospital, and it’s already been phenomenal. In May 2022, he received his first Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Younger Performer. Chavez faced stiff competition in the category, including his co-stars William Lipton and Sydney Mikayla.

However, on June 24, Chavez took home the coveted trophy. Chavez’s performance during the Spencer stalking Ava Jerome (Maura West) storyline was enough to wow the voters. His recent performances show that Chavez is a shoo-in for a nomination and win next year.

What’s next for Spencer Cassadine on ‘General Hosptial’?

General Hospital fans can expect tremendous work from Chavez. Spencer is still reeling from Nikolas’ betrayal, and their relationship will be further strained. But that’s the last of Spencer’s problems.

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Although he helped keep Trina from prison, Spencer will find himself in jail after breaking out to Spring Ridge. Spencer’s list of crimes might be piling up after he becomes a suspect in the stabbing of his stepmother Ava.

Aside from that, Spencer might have lost Trina forever. Even though he saved her, his actions before the trial might push her into the arms of Rory Cabrera (Michael Kruse). Spencer’s problems will worsen when Esme returns to inflict more drama on him and Nikolas.

Chavez will undoubtedly knock it out of the park with all the exciting storylines.