Peter Van Sant: And did Rhonda ever tell you how young her sister was when she first had sex with Stephen? Most recently, Nichols appeared in He Hunts at the Geffen Playhouse and was seen in the U.S. premire of Joe Pintaro's The Dead Boy,[7] for which Nichols received a Maddy Award. Nichols's last day on Y&R was January 29, 2013. Nichols, 42, was placed on three years of probation with credit for the year and seven months he already served in jail awaiting trial. Mike Arnold: This is probably the most hiked area in the Columbia River Gorge for several reasons. Soap Opera News: Stephen Nichols' Daughter Dylan Nichols Books Role on Days of Our Lives! Along with the festive video, Nichols shared close-ups of Lisa in utter shock, as well as group pics of their guests, including his co-star and on-screen reel-wife Mary Beth Evans (Kayla), who commented on what a great night it was. Tessa Simmons: I loved having a niece. Since this broadcast last aired, Stephen Nichols publicly admitted to having sex with Rhonda's younger sister, Melanie. Is Steve on Days of Our Lives married in real life? Nichols married Lisa Gordon in 1984. Soaps.com is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Let us know by dropping us a line with your thoughts in our comments section below. Stephanie Kay Johnson is a character from the soap opera Days of Our Lives, portrayed most recently by Shelley Hennig from 2007-11, and again in 2017. son. It all started 11 years earlier when a stunning 20-year-old woman knocked on Nichols' bedroom door at his home just outside Portland, Oregon. What did you see? Jessica Colburn: He's absolutely lying to you. Nichols is 71 years old. This past weekend, 48 Hours profiled the story of Stephen Nichols and Rhonda Castro. Latest soap opera spoilers and news for The Young and The Restless, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Bold and the Beautiful. I read everything I could get my. Stephen Nichols says this is how the tragedy unfolded: they were heading down the trail, Rhonda is in a great mood and jokingly she had put a towel around her shoulders and was calling herself Supergirl. But prosecutors knew their case against Nichols could fail. Nichols married Lisa Gordon in 1984. That's just horrible, Steve. Hes appeared in several different primetime shows including Matlock, L.A. Law, Diagnosis Murder, The Nanny, Second Chances, Sisters, and also held a recurring role on Empty Nest. Judge John Wolf: What is your plea to the charge of criminally negligent homicide? So both Nichols and Rhonda had each taken out a $1 million policy on the other. Nichols married Lisa Gordon in 1984. To Simmons' shock and horror, there had been a settlement conference with the prosecution and the defense agreeing to allow Nichols to plead guilty to lesser charges. Stephen Nichols is one of the most recognizable faces on " Days of Our Lives ." The actor was introduced to fans back in 1985, when he took on the role of Steve "Patch" Johnson, per Soap . Stephen Nichols: She did fall off. Once she did, everyone yelled out, Surprise! and Lisa immediately put a hand to her mouth in shock. DEBUT. The NBC soap actor shared a few posts, along with sweet photos with his kids, Vanessa, Dylan and Aaron, who are all grown up now., Nichols expressed, When I look at sweet photos like this, they take me right back. In the first picture with daughter Vanessa and son Aaron, he remarked how proud he is of who they have become and is grateful that [he] was able to give them a strong foundation on which to build their own lives., A post shared by Stephen Nichols (@stephen_e_nichols), In another throwback to his time on General Hospital, Nichols, holding his other daughter Dylan, recalled how she had visited him on the ABC soap set that day and shared, As I dig deeper, Im finding many sweet memories.. I'm like, "Well, can I take a plea and then just say, obviously it never happened," and -- I was told later, nope. Son of Benjamin Nichols and Phoebe Norton, Stephen Nichols was born in 1796 in New York, USA. Stephen Nichols: She had gained quite a bit of weight from having our daughter. It would be the last. BREAKING NEWS: Cedric L. Alexander, Psy.D, foremost authority on public safety, shared his insights w/ Willie Geist on TODAY NBC News about the recent Memphis Chad Duell Explains the Reason for Michael Recast on General Hospital! Nichols may have had a million reasons to keep suicide a secret. He's lying. Stephen Broderick is suspected of killing his wife, daughter and daughter's boyfriend. Anyone who follows Nichols on social media knows he loves to look back on his daytime roles, especially his memories on Days of Our Lives and being one half of a supercouple. [18], "Five Fast Facts About Veteran Soap Star Stephen Nichols", "Stephen Nichols Celebrates Amazing Milestone! So wish us luck. Julia Simmons: And then I got a call from Carrie Rasmussen, the prosecutor, and she slowly told me the news about him taking a plea. Jessica Colburn: She was so happy that he was finally planning something. That's disgusting. According to, Not found any post match with your request, Can not copy the codes / texts, please press [CTRL]+[C] (or CMD+C with Mac) to copy. Sweet indeed! Share your thoughts in theComments section below,on ourFacebook Page, join ourFacebook GroupAffiliate links included below. Nichols packed up and headed to Wuxi, about 75 miles from Shanghai. But now I've got him out with me so we can work on this as a team so this is a big deal. I -- I've witnessed their fights. Stephen Nichols: She was adamant about it. Stephen Nichols: We made it a pact that we would hike 20 or 25 of the top trails in Oregon. AUSTIN, Texas Austin police have identified Stephen Nicholas Broderick, 41, as the suspect in Sunday's deadly shooting near the Arboretum. While not saying it in so many words, Stephen Nichols' mind games manage to drop a bombshell. And she thought that having our daughter would bring her happiness and it didn't. How Is 90 Day Fiance Star Colt Johnson Doing After Serious Injures? Colburn says Rhonda had grown unhappy and that the relationship had taken a dangerous turn. Thank you all for cheering on Stephen Earl for 37 yrs -I have nothing but gratitude for your love & support. Julia Simmons: [Laughs] She's never attempted suicide. Stephen Nichols [video diary]: We're at the top of Spencer Butte in Eugene. Nichols son, Aaron, played young Steve Johnson. What really happened on Rhonda Casto's fatal hike. Just a few hours before her death, Rhonda, who had learned of the affair, sent this text to her sister: Peter Van Sant [reads text aloud to Nichols]: "I don't know what to say besides he's a piece of sh--. Peter Van Sant: You're saying you'll take your own life. Stephen Nichols: For about three months after Rhonda died, I completely shut down. Nichols and his wife enjoyed home-births for all three of their children and when his son Aaron was born, the midwife did not make it to their house in time, leaving Stephen all alone to get the job done. And I'm like, "Yeah you really do look like her.". He is a beloved soap star who became a household name. Its safe to say that Days of Our Lives vet Stephen Nichols (Steve) still has a few tricks up his sleeve when it comes to being married to the same woman for almost 40 years. Stephen Nichols: I try to just take it one day at a time. Peter Van Sant: You've led me down a path to believe this was a suicide, and I don't think you can look me in the eye and say, "Well, Peter, you're wrong," can you?". Rhonda Casto, 23, of Portland, the mother of the couple's. Julia Simmons: I first met Stephen Nichols through the internet. (We'll explain later It's complicated) The actor first introduced the character of Patch to viewers back in 1985 and became such a fan favorite that his supporters are always happy to see him back in Salem. Nichols wasn't arrested until February 2015. Steve and Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) remain one of the most popular couples, and the most-covered, on Days of our Lives ever. Stephen Nichols, son ot William and Huldah Nichols, was born Sept. 16, 1804, in Trumbull, Fair- field Co., Conn. His great-grandfather, Theophilus Nichols, was one of the early . And she goes, "Because I wanna leave our daughter something in case I die.". People can reach whatever conclusion they want. His condo, his money, his -- you know, his status. "Oh, well, she killed herself because she wanted to make a better life for her daughter.". Stephen Nichols: I've laid everything out there. She knew she wasn't livin' past the age of 25. Even though he'd be a registered sex offender, the law would allow Nichols to still fight and regain custody of his daughter, who was in the care of the state. Dr. Christopher Young [in court]: I can tell that -- based on the injuries that she has, she -- she landed -- predominantly on her legs and her pelvis. Stephen Nichols Height Steve "Patch" Johnson is a fictional character on Days of Our Lives, an American soap opera on the NBC network. Stephen Nichols has three children: Vanessa, Aaron, and Dylan. Thomas Nichols was born on 16 October 1670 at Amesbury, Essex, MA.1 He married Judith Hoag, daughter of John Hoag and Ebeneezer Emery, on 24 May 1720 at Newbury, Essex, MA; He married (1) Jane Jameson in 1693 at Amesbury .1 Thomas Nichols died in November 1724 at Amesbury, Essex, MA, at age 54.1 Family Judith Hoag b. She was learning to play the piano. Carrie Rasmussen [in court]: For years, the District Attorney's Office has believed that Mr. Nichols is responsible for the death of Rhonda Casto. Let's make it work.". Stephen Nichols was accused of pushing his fiance to her death off a dangerous hiking trail in 2009. Jun 13, 2022 On this day in 1985, "Patch" arrived in the fictional town of Salem. I read a lot. Mike Arnold: When you have a case where someone's falsely accused, you can't really separate yourself from work and home life. After turning down an art scholarship to Ohio State University, he traveled west, studied yoga and lived as a monk while preparing vegetarian meals for the monks and nuns in a Hollywood ashram. All three children have had small parts on Days of Our Lives. That was his story in 2015, when Nichols was forbidden by his attorney from discussing details of Rhonda's deadly fall with "48 Hours"". So far Stephen himself has not made any comments about Dylans role. On Y&R, he would later be reunited with General Hospital counterpart Genie Francis, who played Genevieve Atkinson on the show. Real-life soap bffs share fun reunion pics, Who'da Thunk It? [2], For his stage work, Nichols has been honored with three Drama-Logue Awards and two LA Weekly Theater Awards[3] for his performances in such notable productions as Pieces of Time (for his portrayal of real-life killer, Donald Bashor), for Delirious (directed by Ron Link), and as Jim Morrison in the last thirty-six hours of his life in The Lizard King. Eagle. 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In November 2003, Stephen was still married to his ex, an American woman, and living in China for the first time when his spouse accused him of trying to suffocate her and throw her over the railing of their eighth floor apartment. Get your free daily soap-opera fix for Days of Our Lives and all of the other daytime dramas delivered straight to your email inbox by signing up for Soaps.coms newsletter. They make better wives. But you know what? Remember, Nichols climbed down 150 feet to where Rhonda's broken body lay. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester J. and Fern Hiatt Nichols; his step-father, William Honeycutt; a brother, Jame [4] Nichols also appeared at LATC in Rick Clutchey's The Cage,[5] in the award-winning production of Michael Cristofer's The Shadow Box at Theater East and Love Letters, during its initial run at the Canon Theater.[6]. Jason Whitlock (@WhitlockJason) July 4, 2021. I was like, "F--- America. Stephen Nichols: And I asked her "Are you OK hiking on this trail?" I said, "Why do you want this life insurance?" You would have to look into how many times in her past she committed suicide. Julia Simmons: She would not be a normal child. I'm still completely blown away by the -- the decision that was made in this. 2018 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. The couple got to the trailhead, where Rhonda snapped a photo of Stephen, later found on her cellphone. Nichols was born on February 19, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio, United Stars and turns 71 today. Mary Nichols. People that have to make up lies are, you know, you can obviously tell that they're guilty. Bail was set at $2 million. While Dylan turned up in a dayplayer role in 2017, Aaron was seen a few times as a young Steve in the 80s and earlier 90s with Vanessa as Kelly, as well as a young Stephanie, during that same timeframe. He has been a cast member of Days of Our Lives, The Young and the Restless, and General Hospital. And then yeah, that's when they arrested me. Rhonda's mother doesn't believe a word of Nichols' story, saying the insurance was all his idea and that Nichols, the day trader, had an ulterior motive. Three months after Stephen Nichols' arrest in 2015, his attorney, Mike Arnold, took his own investigative team up the Eagle Creek Trail where, he believes, Rhonda Casto slipped and fell to her death. Stephen Nichols: Does sound like she's angry. Peter Van Sant: And if your granddaughter were to be placed back into his custody, what do you think would happen? Peter Van Sant: Did you put Rhonda out of misery that day? Judge John Olsen: To that charge, what's your plea? Play chess. Rhonda Casto, the single mother who died after falling from a cliff while hiking, is the newest topic of CBS' 48 Hours.Saturday night's episode, entitled "Trail Of Tears," will retrace Rhonda Casto's steps as she went hiking with her boyfriend, Stephen Nichols, on the rocky trails at a popular Oregon destination seven years ago.You'll hear from law enforcement officials who . In 2005, Nichols, who was 10 years older than Rhonda and recently divorced, was working as a day trader. Nichols' daughter, Dylan, has a burgeoning music career. And I could hear my daughter in the other room, crying. But how exactly did Nichols and his attorney end up at this moment? From 2009 to 2013, he portrayed the role of Tucker McCall on The Young and the Restless. These days she spends her time traveling to all corners of the globe, shopping online and hiding her secret stash of different flavored Kit Kat bars from her kids. Another rumor about Stephen concerns the mystery lady that accompanied him to Steve Harvey Foundation's annual gala in 2011. 20 Apr 1687 Citations Never miss out on future posts by following us. We'll just start crossing 'em off the list. It's a final twist in a tragedy where only Nichols knows the real ending. CC 140066CR Decided: March 02, 2017 . And I didn't wanna believe it. Peter Van Sant: What are you saying, Stephen? He lost like a quarter of a million dollars. She goes, "I'll be fine." In the film, aging book editor . Julia Simmons: He did try to push his wife over a balcony in China. Nichols also portrayed Stefan Cassadine on the soap General Hospital (19962003). So that's just another one of his lies to take the heat off of himself. But Jessica Colburn says Rhonda told her about only one planned hike. . I was on the phone a couple of times when they were in a physical fight, actually. It's a story "48 Hours" has been following since 2015. By 2013, four years had gone by and no charges had been filed against Nichols. You seemed unmoved by Rhonda's death. Police . Nichols' daughter, Dylan, has a burgeoning music career. Upcoming,[when?] She first began her career as a PA for one of the original James Bond screenwriters, Kevin McClory. Liked by Stephen Nichols In January my son, Evan completed his Eagle Scout board of review for scouting's highest rank. Nichols says the steep trail became slick. Melanie Casto. Over his 12-year NBA career, Curry certainly hasn't been immune to the injury bug. He used you to hurt me. It surely looks like this party is one that Lisa will remember for a very long time! Nichols was given credit for time served while awaiting trial. [8] Nichols talked about one of their favorite storylines and shared, Mary Beth likes Emily and Gideon. Stephen Patrick Nichols was born July 14, 1948 in Oklahoma City and passed away May 2, 2021. Julia Simmons: You've destroyed my whole family. Fans know Stephen best as Steve Johnson on Days of Our Lives, a role he's had since 1985. There's now zero-percent chance that Steve goes to prison for murder, that a jury gets it wrong. And I felt like it happened out of nowhere. Julia Simmons: I started to cry. A proud papa and his three beautiful children. Love the hike, this is one of the happiest days of my life. Stephen Nichols: My daughter was absolutely thriving. Stephen Nichols Marriage, Affairs and Children. But then, Nichols claims, Rhonda asked him a startling question completely out of the blue. Stephen Nicholas Broderick, 41, was arrested in nearby Manor after authorities received two 911 calls around 7:30 a.m. about a man walking along the road. It's a narrow trail. [10] He continues to play the role as of December 2020. Stephen Nichols: She says, "I desperately need to lose weight, because they want to use me as the Maria Sharapova lookalike model." Judge John Wolf: And to the charge of coercion? Because I was a little girl, he was playful, you know. Stephen Nichols: I had nothing to do with Rhonda Casto's death. I remember she wanted to have sex. A little over two months and she was fluent in Mandarin. Added: September 05, 2008. I think she held on for longer for the sake of the baby. And she knew that Steve was trying to drive a wedge between 'em. Stephen Nichols: Let's say you're in a war situation and you're with your buddy, and I don't know, he -- he takes a landmine or a grenade or something. Over the years, Stephen Nichols and Mary Beth Evans have played beloved characters on the daytime soap Days of Our Lives. Stephen Nichols: I decided when I got to China, this is a whole fresh start. Peter Van Sant: Do you believe that Stephen was in love with Melanie? As Nichols awaits trial in the death of Rhonda Casto, he has some pleasant distraction -- visits from his fiance, Landy. The diary includes video of Landy hiking to that fateful spot on Eagle Creek Trail. Stephen Nichols: [Laughs] That part I'm not gonna take you through, because she did fall off, and I can say I had absolutely nothing to do, either directly or indirectly, with her falling off. At the end of the war he moved to the Loyalist settlement of Hamilton . Nichols has appeared in several feature films, first co-starring with Demi Moore in Choices. [18] Filmography [ edit] Film [ edit] Edward Nichols. Crude Awakenings by Jeffrey Nichols and Stephen O Mahoney has been awarded the Literary Titan Gold Book Award for literary excellence. Trump met with early primary state GOP leaders, Rhonda Casto and Stephen Nichols with their infant daughter in a holiday photo, Mike Arnold and an investigator at the spot where Rhonda Casto fell to her death. But really, when it comes down to it, I miss my daughter. Introduced by former head writer Maria Arena Bell, the character debuted during the episode airing on December 2, 2009, portrayed by William Russ.The character was slated to be a new businessman and billionaire, leading to speculation that Tucker would become a replacement . NICHOLS, STEPHEN LYNN, age 81 of Kirkwood, passed away February 7, 2023. ", "Interview: Mary Beth Evans, Stephen Nichols talk Steve & Kayla's wedding", "Honoring the Nine Lives of Stefano DiMera As Days Brings Stefano Back", The official website for Stephen Nichols' fans, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Stephen_Nichols&oldid=1134707130, This page was last edited on 20 January 2023, at 04:21. Stephen Nichols: If I waited over a year to go to trial, I probably had a zero-percent chance. Stephen Nichols: Again, something I'm not going to comment on. Mike Arnold: People have taken off work to be there to get him out. Stephen Nichols is an American actor best known for his roles in daytime soap operas. And I said, "Of course. Stephen Nichols: The exact opposite. That's the first thing I did when I got there. Carrie Rasmussen [in court]: What the state has to prove in this case is the defendant did a criminal act. Please don't, don't plead out.". Stephen relayed his most terrifying moment in a 2008 People interview. Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Bonnie Breaks Another Heart! Days of our Lives favorite Stephen Nichols (Steve "Patch" Johnson) broke his silence on Thursday addressing his departure from the NBC daytime drama series in a touching post on his Instagram account.. Nichols expressed: "For me, Days of Our Lives is home and I want to be there I love the people, I love Steven Earl Johnson and I love what Mary Beth and I have been able to create . 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A photo from the set was posted on May 23, showing her perhaps playing a flower vendor at Salem Place .Dylan will be the third child of Stephen Nichols to appear on "Days." His son, Aaron, recurred as Young Steve from 1986-1988 and 1990 . But it's justified as of that point. Prosecutors believe Nichols killed the aspiring model for her $1 million life insurance policy. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Rhonda snapped a photo of Stephen, which was later found on her cellphone. He sat down and spoke to "48 Hours" about the day Rhonda Casto died. Image: Facebook. Joseph Kiriakis (adoptive) Sonny Kiriakis. But the case took a bizarre turn with an outcome no one saw coming and an interview that left correspondent Peter Van Sant asking, what really did happen to Rhonda Casto along the Oregon's Eagle Creek trail? Julia Simmons: He did rape my daughter. Days of Our Lives spoilers indicate that Stephen Nichols daughter Dylan Nichols is set to make her big debut on the hit NBC soap.