Nicholas Brendon Biography

Fast Facts

• Has an identical-twin brother, who appeared as a malevolent double of his character on Buffy the Vampire Slayer in the episode "The Replacement
• " Took up acting in order to overcome his stuttering
• Was actress Marley Shelton's date to her high-school prom
• Aspired to be a pro baseball player while growing up, but an arm injury derailed his dream
• His first professional acting gig was a Clearasil commercial
• Gave up on show business after two years of acting
• Three years later, he gave it a second shot and landed the role of Xander on Buffy the Vampire Slayer within a week
• Worked as a daycare counselor, janitor, plumber's assistant, waiter and production assistant on the television show Dave's World prior to being cast on Buffy the Vampire Slayer