Paul Nicholas, born Paul Oscar Besselink, is an English actor and singer, best known for his performance in the 1983 BBC sitcom Friends.
The show won a BAFTA and Nicholas was nominated for Best Comedy Performance.
In addition to his successful acting career, Nicholas has released several albums and singles, some of which have charted in the UK.
He continues to appear on stage and screen, showcasing his talents as a versatile performer.
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- Full name: Paul Oscar Boslinck
- Stage name: Paul Nicholas
- Date of birth: December 3, 1944
- Age: 79
- Birthplace: Peterborough, England.
- Nationality: British.
- Occupation: British actor, singer
- Height: 1.76 m
- Parents: Oscar and Marjorie Boslink
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Lindze Boslink, Susan Boslink
- Children: Natasha Beuselinck, Oscar Beuselinck, Alexander Beuselinck and Carmen Beuselinck, 6 years old
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $5 million
Early life and education.
Paul Nicholas was born Paul Oscar Beuselinck on December 3, 1944 in Peterborough, England.
He was raised by his parents Oscar Beuselinck and Marjorie Beuselinck, and had some brothers and sisters, but their names were not known to the media.
However, Paul’s early educational background remains a mystery to the public.
Profession
Born Paul Oscar Besselink, Paul Nicholas’ career is an interesting combination of music and theatre. He began his career as a pop musician in the early 1960s and even played piano with Screaming Lord Sutch’s backing band.
However, Nicholas soon changed his mind and took the lead role in Jesus Christ Superstar in London’s West End. This marked the beginning of a successful career in musicals. He also ventured into acting in the 1970s, starring in films such as Tommy and Lisztmania.
Paul Nicholas began his career in theatre, but he shot to fame playing the role of Vince Pinner in the 1983 sitcom Friends. The show was critically acclaimed, winning a BAFTA and Nicholas was nominated for Best Comedy Performance.
Not only is he a talented actor, he also showcased his musical talents by singing the show’s theme song. However, after the series ended, Nicholas returned to his theater roots and continued to excel in the industry. He also expanded his talents into producing and directing, further solidifying his place in the entertainment industry.
Awards and nominations
- BAFTA Nomination: Nicholas has been nominated for a British Academy of Film and Television Arts Award (BAFTA) for his performance in the BBC sitcom Friends. Although the show won a BAFTA, Nicholas was nominated for Best Comedy Performance.
Other honors:
- Silver Heart Award: A medal awarded by the British Variety Club for contributions to show business and charity.
- Gold Badge Award: Awarded by the British Association of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (BASCA) for contribution to the music industry.
social media.
Paul Nicholas, born Paul Oscar Beuselinck, does not have social media accounts.
personal life
Paul Nicholas is a famous British actor and singer. His birth name was Paul Oscar Besselink. He was married twice, first to Susan Besselink, with whom he had two children, Natasha Besselink and Oscar Besselink.
However, their happy life came to an abrupt end after their divorce when Susan Gee was killed in a car accident in 1977 at the age of 38. Despite this tragedy, Nicholas found love and married Lindze Jennings in 1984.
They have two children, Alexander Beuselinck and Carmen Beuselinck, as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Nicholas had a difficult time after losing his first wife, but he found strength in his second marriage and thanks Linds for helping him and his children through this difficult time.
Record and video catalogue
singles:
- “Join My Gang” (lyrics by Pete Townshend)
- “Over the Wall We Go” (lyrics by David Bowie)
- “Reggae is still popular”
- “Dancing with the Captain”
- “Seventh Floor of Heaven” (top 3 US hit)
- “Grandma’s Party” (New Christmas Hits)
Album:
- Hair (Original recording by London actors)
- Fresh Hair (Original recording by London actors)
- Cats (London original recording)
- Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (background) (Nicholas appears on several tracks)
Filmography
- Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band as Dougie Shears
- The world is full of married men, like the gem Gemini
- Tommy
- Lishto Mania
- Stardust
- Grease as Danny (stage role)
net worth
Paul Nicholas, born Paul Oscar Besselink, is an English actor and singer with an estimated net worth of between $1 million and $5 million. He is best known for his roles in hit films and television shows such as Tommy, Friends, and EastEnders.
During his career, his talent was recognized and he became a beloved entertainment figure.
