Tyler Christopher returned to the role of the noble and complex Nikolas Cassadine in April of 2003, a role he originated in the summer of 1996. Although named as one of TV Guide's Hottest Daytime Stars in 1998, it is Tyler's unique sensibility and maturity that makes his portrayal of the strong yet sensitive Nikolas Cassadine so successful. He was nominated for an Emmy in 1999 for his portrayal.

Tyler left General Hospital in 1999 to pursue other projects. He quickly landed a recurring role on the popular primetime series Charmed and then a contract role on The Pretender. Guest starring roles include Crossing Jordan, CSI: Crime Scene Invesitgation, Jag, Family Law, Boomtown, The Twilight Zone, Felicity and Angel, among others. He also starred and co-starred in a few independent feature films including Cat Fish in Black Bean Sauce, Out of the Black, and Face the Music.

Tyler has been recognized by his native community, receiving awards for Outstanding Performer in a Television Series in 1997 and 1998 from the First Americans in the Arts.

Born and raised in America's heartland, Tyler Christopher grew up in Delaware, Ohio, the youngest of four children. Following graduation from high school, Tyler attended Ohio Wesleyan University for two years before heading to California in hopes of pursuing an acting career. Although his initial effort proved to be a false start, he returned to Hollywood in 1995 and set his sights in earnest, doing the requisite rounds of auditions. His hard work and perseverance paid off, as he landed the part of Laura Spencer's son on ABC Daytime's longest-running drama.

Tyler currently resides in Los Angeles, California with his wife Eva Longoria.