Who is Nick Skonberg? CandyJar TV Actor Goes Viral After New Mini-Series Wins Hearts

Nick Skonberg, a rising 23-year-old actor from Chattanooga, Tennessee, has taken the internet by storm after fans discovered his role in the romantic mini-series Loving My Brother’s Best Friend on CandyJar TV. The show, based on Meghann Crane’s web novel, has sparked excitement across TikTok, X, and Instagram.

Why Nick Skonberg Is Trending

Clips from the series began circulating online, showcasing Skonberg’s emotional performance. Many viewers said they downloaded the CandyJar TV app solely to watch his scenes.

One fan wrote,
“I downloaded the app just to watch it in full, and it did NOT disappoint.”

Another comment praised the chemistry on screen, saying,
“Both the guy and the girl played it so well. This is the romance we need.”

About the Series – Loving My Brother’s Best Friend

The mini-series is adapted from a 41-chapter novel available on Galatea. It stars:

• Nick Skonberg

• Victoria Andrunik

• Paul Addison

• Vera Price

• Andrew Tong

• Tate Doppler

Directed by Timothy Berlane and written by Malcolm Boomer, the show revives classic Wattpad-style romance, which many fans say Hollywood has been ignoring.

Who Is Nick Skonberg? – Early Career

Nick Skonberg is known for his roles in several short films, including:

• Apollo

• Blue, Like Green

• Fools of Nature

He also appeared in the 2025 independent film Bloodstained Ivory.

Despite being new to mainstream audiences, many viewers are calling him one of the most promising young actors on digital platforms.

Fans React to His Talent and Hollywood Nepotism

Social media users also criticized Hollywood for overlooking actors like Skonberg.

• “Nepotism ruined Hollywood. People like Nick should be on TV shows, not just app series,” one user wrote.

• “He needs to be in big films. He can ACT,” another posted.

Supporters even joked about starting a “grassroots campaign” to push him into bigger productions.

Did Nick Skonberg Respond?

A fan shared a screenshot claiming to show a message from Nick Skonberg thanking everyone for their support. While it’s not confirmed if the message is real, his growing fanbase continues to rally behind him.