Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 19, 2025 · Entertainment

Unmasking Hollywood: The Star You Didn’t Recognize at the Primitive War Premiere!

An American Pie star stunned fans on Monday, as he made an appearance at the Primitive War premiere in Los Angeles, over a quarter of a century after making his name in the X-rated comedy

SCANDAL! THOMAS IAN NICHOLAS SHOCKS FANS WITH WILD BEARD AND TYRANNOSAURUS REX SIDEKICK

It's been over two decades since Thomas Ian Nicholas first rose to fame as the lovable but sex-obsessed Kevin Myers in the iconic comedy film American Pie. But the 45-year-old actor has undergone a major transformation, and his recent appearance at the premiere of Primitive War in Los Angeles has left fans stunned.

Thomas was spotted on the red carpet sporting a shaggy beard and long hair, looking like a far cry from his signature character. And if that wasn't enough, he posed alongside a life-sized Tyrannosaurus Rex, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry.

The actor, 45, looked worlds away from his sexually frustrated signature character as he posed on the red carpet alongside a Tyrannosaurus Rex, sporting much shaggier and longer hair and a full beard

But Thomas' career has been no laughing matter for decades. He first burst onto the scene as a child actor in the 1980s, scoring small roles on TV shows like Who's The Boss? and Baywatch. But it was his breakout role in the 1993 film Rookie of the Year that catapulted him to stardom.

Thomas has since become synonymous with American Pie, reprising his role as Kevin Myers multiple times throughout the franchise's run. And although he's moved on to pursue other projects, including a music career and roles in films like Old and Adverse, fans are still eagerly awaiting news of an American Pie 5.

But what about Thomas' personal life? Sources close to the actor reveal that his marriage to Colette Marino (aka DJ Colette) was far from picture-perfect. The couple, who share two children together, split in 2022 after a 14-year union.

The former child star rose to global fame after starring in the 1999 runaway hit, going on to reprise his role in the franchise numerous times, with his final appearance being in 2012's American Reunion. But can you guess who he is?

Thomas has since been spotted with a new woman, fueling rumors of a possible romance. And while he's keeping mum on the details, sources reveal that Thomas is "happier than ever" and looking forward to his next chapter.

But Thomas' most shocking revelation yet? His son Nolan River, who made his acting debut in Old alongside his dad, might just be the key to securing an American Pie 5 deal. According to insiders, Universal executives were overheard discussing the possibility of a new installment at the film's premiere, with Thomas' son inadvertently sparking the conversation.

Of course, this isn't the first time Thomas has hinted at a possible revival. In November, he revealed on a Rhode Island Comic Con panel that negotiations for American Pie 5 had been in the works – only to have them stall six months later due to unresolved script issues.

It's Thomas Ian Nicholas! He famously played Kevin Myers in American Pie, alongside a star-studded cast including Jason Biggs, Jennifer Coolidge, Tara Reid, Mena Suvari, Eugene Levy, Alyson Hannigan, and Seann William Scott (seen in film with Tara)

But despite the setbacks, Thomas remains optimistic about the franchise's future. "Why wouldn't they revisit it?" he asked, shrugging off the disappointment. And with the recent success of Happy Gilmore 2, fans are holding their breath for a new American Pie installment that will live up to the original's raunchy and irreverent spirit.

So what does the future hold for Thomas Ian Nicholas? With his music career on the rise and a slew of upcoming projects in the works, it's clear that this Hollywood star is far from done. Stay tuned for more updates on American Pie 5 – and get ready to rumble with Thomas' next big move!

THEN AND NOW: SEE THOMAS IAN NICHOLAS' TRANSFORMATION OVER THE YEARS

The comedy told the age-old story of a group of teenagers trying to lose their virginity before college, and Thomas said he knew the film was destined for huge success (Thomas, Jason, Seann and Chris Klein pictured)

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FANS GO WILD AS THOMAS IAN NICHOLAS' SON COULD BE KEY TO AMERICAN PIE 5 DEAL

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However, years later Thomas admitted that he initially threw the script in the trash, after not realising the plot and believing that the film would be purely 'smut'

WHAT'S NEXT FOR THOMAS IAN NICHOLAS? HERE ARE THE PROJECTS WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE

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THE TRUTH ABOUT THOMAS IAN NICHOLAS' MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE

The film spawned three well-received sequels, and Thomas recently hinted there could still be a fifth more than 20 years on as he said a follow-up has recently been discussed (seen in 2023)

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His mother, a casting director, gave him his first role as an altar boy ¿ but his first credited role was playing 'Little Tony' Danza in a Who's The Boss? flashback in 1988 (seen)

Stardom: His big break came at age 12 with 1993's Rookie of the Year, in which he played Henry Rowengartner, a boy who can suddenly pitch on a pro-level and joins the Chicago Cubs (seen)

Thomas has continued acting and also fronts the Thomas Nicholas band, which is currently on tour, playing dates across the US and UK

Thomas was previously married to Colette Marino, also known as DJ Colette, for 14 years, before they divorced in 2022 (pictured together in 2017)

They share two children together, nine-year-old daughter Zoë Dylan and son Nolan River, 13, who has followed in his father's footsteps in pursuing an acting career (seen together in 2020)