Cooper Koch Describes Meeting Erik Menendez In Prison w/ Kim Kardashian

Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez sat down with Access Hollywood guest correspondent Emily Orozco to discuss their roles as Erik and Lyle Menendez in the new Netflix series "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story." The actors discussed their portrayal of the brothers and building a bond as co-stars. Cooper also shared details on his experience meeting Erik in prison and reacted to Erik's statement about the series, as well as the Menendez family's. "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" is out now on Netflix.
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[@actuallymichael03]

Whether the show was like the real story or not, you gotta give these actors credit for their brilliant performances. Also I have no clue why Nicolas is so serious in these interviews. maybe he’s upset from the backlash for his character lyle. Idk

[@heathertapper-gq6pk]

Nickolas did this and Ryan Murphy's groutesqe back to back and is probably tired and doesn't want to give his opion but cooper who met Eric recently and supports them isn't afraid to speak his mind Nikolas only talks like it was just a job

[@Chelsea-v2w]

​@@heathertapper-gq6pkGH didn't seem like a job to him when he was making friends with other actors on the show! 🤔

[@Chelsea-v2w]

@actuallymichael03 Has he sold his soul to The Devil??? 😱

[@GummyGum123]

@@Chelsea-v2w He literally made friends on this show as well lol

[@gotobed8267]

Boy he isn’t mad he’s just LISTENING

[@joshuacorbo7860]

Lots of great questions. I just wish she would have asked Cooper about his performance in episode 5. That 30 minute monologue with 0 cuts was breathtakingly amazing!

[@sofiarodriguezmendoza546]

Fr!!!

[@sumerwilson8498]

Absolutely agree!!! Phenomenal!

[@suhrayuh]

I KNOWWW i was mindblown throughout that entire scene the longer it progressed

[@shay8475]

THEY ARE AMAZING ACTORS

[@lordburntbrownie3344]

Nicholas just like 🗿the whole interview 😭 what a chad

[@reymiyan]

😂😂 yes

[@Robsav-yx6vi]

No . Hey some people are stoic and listeners . He amazes Me . Incredible Actor. Seriously top notch talent. I’m very picky

[@MariaDonkova]

Ryan Murphy is horrendous

[@ashleychristina2001]

I don’t know what it is about Cooper’s voice, but it’s SO SMOOTH! He did such an awesome job as Erik!🤭🔥❤️

[@norijean3279]

It's the gay tone.

[@MarcosSantos-dj6lk]

he is gay and very proud I love him

[@samueltabo3390]

He's a babe and a fine actor with I would say a great future ahead of him. I love his voice

[@ashleychristina2001]

SO PROUD OF YOU, COOPER!🤗❤️👏🏾

[@ashleychristina2001]

@@samueltabo3390He is SUCH A BABE! He is so charming!🤭❤️

[@overwhelmtoempowerment9974]

100% at the time it was unimagineable that a father could be so cruel and disgusting by raping his male children. And people also had a hard time believing that a mother could turn a blind eye to her kids being sexually abused. But you only need to go back and look at their tesmonies in court and you can clearly see, that Erik & Lyle are telling the truth. It's heart wrenching to watch them. Yes, they did deserve to go to prison for what they did but for manslaughter and not 1st degree murder. They need to be released. They should have been released long ago.

[@sugarbear1965]

I promise u it can happen, my mom turned a blind eye.. she thought she had no where to go! No cars no beautiful house, that’s what was important to her to keep us in this beautiful home, to act like it was ok..but it wasn’t ok.. I wish she would have said NO! I’m taking my babies out of this abuse! I watched this series and it was heartbreaking, when you have been abused you know when someone is telling the truth, these guys are honestly telling the horrible truth

[@XXLRebel]

Exactly. Yes, they were wrong for killing their parents. But they lived through some horrific events. They shouldn't be locked up for life.

[@misskarinaleigh]

Both sensational actors! Cooper is such a cutie! 🩷

[@sofiarodriguezmendoza546]

Lmao I loved when Cooper said ICONIC😭💋

[@controleurdemesopotamie5369]

Me too 😭🤣

[@autumnlaudato]

Incredible actors, and they seem so mature for only being in their mid 20's. These two are awesome

[@Justsoaps2024]

Free the menendez brothers 😢❤😊

[@theandreafurber]

I remember this when it happened. But I always believed that if this was sisters and not brothers, they would have never been convicted. Please look at the facts of this case and think about this. They were kids, but I do believe the abuse was real. Time have changed and they have served so many years.

[@UnknownUnknown1]

Correct. Bc if it was women, statistically speaking, the abuse accusations may have been REAL. the brothers are full of ish

[@Mimibldr]

Cooper’s acting craft is sensational in episode 5. It really made me relate to the brothers’ suffering who are indeed the true victims.

[@kristinadaubney2068]

They are both great actors and handsome! 👏 Cooper seems to enjoy the whole experience way more than Nicholas does. In another interview Nicholas said he's ready to move on to his next role.

[@ML-te6qv]

maybe he regrets being in thw show who knows, he did say he had no idea who the brothers were until after just strange he should of at least did his research before even getting involved not to say he is talented

[@GummyGum123]

@@ML-te6qv He did do research lol, he’s just ready to move on from it instead being attached to it

[@paulvoorhies8821]

They weren’t kids. They were adults.

[@abbyissoslay]

I think it’s because of all the backlash he has been getting for the portrayal of Lyle. But as an actor that isn’t his fault because it is the director and writers responsible for his portrayal. It’s very clear the real brothers want nothing to do with Nicolas which I’m sure is very uncomfortable and unfortunate the fact it’s public as well. I think everyone should remember the show isn’t 100% accurate to the real events. Whether that is right or wrong it’s up to everyone else to decide.

[@chrisbell7672]

@@paulvoorhies8821 yo who are you talking to lol

[@shaylynnjacob6612]

Cooper seems so much nicer than Nicholas 😅

[@uravirginwhocantdrive1400]

Nicholas doesn’t seem mean here (like some people are making him out to be)

[@lizzyespo]

I love nicholas thooo

[@acrol]

the character of Lyle has been way more criticized than Erik. It makes sense that Cooper has more breathing room. Nicholas is probably scared to death to say anything out of turn.

[@Sakuramiyaw4ki]

No don't do that. Don't compare them. They're both super lovely and amazing talented actors. I'm sure Nicholas has a reason wether it was the public's responce or how to detach himself from the character... Nicholas is a great actor and infact, if you watch some of his old interviews here on youtube, he seems so much more open and talkative. He's probably overwhelmed with all the attention. Please show him some love too! 💜

[@acrol]

@@Sakuramiyaw4ki this 100!

[@jasonherman2923]

I don’t care what anyone says. These two gentleman can act their asses off! They did a phenomenal job in my opinion and I think they were the absolute best 2 options to play Lyle and Erik

[@sofiarodriguezmendoza546]

I love these actors!!❤ but I think she could’ve asked better questions

[@norijean3279]

Cooper Kooch is gorgegous 💖💕💕

[@Giza13]

I haven’t seen any backlash Nicholas has received. If that’s the reason he’s been guarded during these interviews, I think that’s incredibly sad because he did an amazing job. He should be celebrated for his performance. Correction, BOTH should be celebrated! 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👍🏼 👍🏼 👍🏼

[@dakotagrady1x]

I LOVE NICK AND COOPER SM

[@tedfaun2159]

Let's be honest. These guys were great. Should it have been as hyper sexualised in a homoerotic sense? Let's see for us new to this subject. If it turns out to be misplaced, I want to know why the hell why.

[@StaXks_Gaming]

Why did they make everything about this show so gay and homoerotic for no reason?

[@SoWhat59]

Got that vibe from the trailers, & it seems like that was part of the reason for the backlash.

[@huntergreene9781]

The director Ryan Murphy is a homosexual so he sexualized the actors is what I believe. Also, it’s Netflix, most of their series have that theme sprinkled in somehow.

[@JohnnyRobertsJr-d7y]

​@@huntergreene9781 1) Ryan Murphy was not the director. 2) Because someone is gay, doesn't mean they sexualize everything. What a horrible stereotype. Ryan Murphy is one man.

[@alexaltego]

that’s ryan murphy for you

[@mal7856]

ryan murphy does that with all of his movies/ shows. weird right? like for fiction, fine but does he not understand portraying two real people who are brothers this way is incredibly damaging?

[@Anointed-q5e]

Cooper Seems Like He Got Some Sugar In His Tank Too👀💅🏽🤣

[@sugarbear1965]

That’s not nice

[@strangerdaysss]

I wouldn't say their characters portray the reality of the brothers relationship although can't deny the fact that these 2 actors did a fantastic job

[@bakugokatsuki4386]

They are just like the brothers. Like in interviews Erik told the whole story and Lyle just listened & said one or two words 😂

[@DylanLovesBrenda]

They both are adorable ❤❤❤❤ amazing job!

[@tnt1652]

Great actors

[@ceejay4294]

Nicholas looks like “why am I here”

[@paulinagotelli]

I love cooper so much ❤

[@sandrafernandez6040]

I like the way Nicholas seems to stay neutral, not jumping on the bandwagon. I like that he can keep his views to himself. I see strength in that.

[@KinErine]

both two are so good and amazing in this show.Love how Cooper is always smiling,such a sweet person

[@td7080]

Wonderful actors. Love the series ❤

[@ceejay4294]

Copper has he hands like that in every interview it’s cute

[@PaolaGarcia-ex7et]

Nich and Cooper ✨🫰🏻

[@donavanalkatib]

Cooper is brilliant!

[@MaxiBillion]

Is Cooper married?!

[@aydeeshehan7909]

Both so good actor

[@dianetaylor8278]

Kim Kartrashian wants prison reform or to be a prison w….e attention seeking at its best 😤🤮

[@usagassi]

Unbelievably talented actors! OMG! I really want to see them more in major movies!!!

[@nina3256]

Love them both ,both young so mature talented actors 👏👏✊✊😍❤️😍❤️

[@katiegordon9585]

Cooper is so just so well spoken and respectful 😊

[@DontChaseReplace]

Cooper is such a respectful angel. He constantly had a goal to repsect and support the brothers. But especially Erik

[@rad1801]

They are incredible actors, I’m so rooting for them in all their next projects

[@ohyaaa7413]

Their performances was insanely good lol, I haven’t seen performances like this in awhile 😭

[@m.b1865]

Monsters The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story Is So Very Incredible At The Same Time So UpSet That They Didn't Go To The Real Life Brothers To Be 100 Perecent InVolve On The Project To Make Sure There Doing Everything Right For Season 2 !

[@ZolyKao]

for some reasons i believe in my gut feeling that there father did SA them! i was in high school when i heard about this 😮😮

[@alexaltego]

aw nicholas is so scared and guarded in almost all of the recent interviews. shame he and cooper got tangled up in the mess that ryan murphy created but also as they say, no publicity is bad publicity so.. they are great actors regardless of the messy story, that’s for sure

[@SherriTed]

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[@interesante80]

I definitely believe the boys were abused and sexual abused by the father. There was witness testimony and other evidence to support that theory. I'm not sure if I believe they were sexually abused by the mother, although it seems plausible given she knew and allowed the father's abuse. I was hoping they would have touched on that more in the series. And, not sure I believe they felt that they were in imminent danger as motive for killing them, or if just general revenge.

[@eugenevanrensburg1129]

Yeah Cooper is phenomenal and i'm so drawn to his personality, but everyone here is way too hard on the other guy he is just as good! He might be giving Cooper the opportunity to lead the interview because Cooper has a new perspective after meeting the brothers and Cooper has formed a stronger opinion, it does not make the other guy a less talented actor, even though i dont know his name...but I'll be watching out for his work in future

[@ocdinterrupted5858]

The show should have prefaced each episode with this is a dramatized version of events

[@I_love_J-w4q]

I LOVE NICHOLAS AND COOPER SMMM

[@adonnarowe1811]

man the series was amazing! I Dunno why the family felt a way it's a show a drama and was beautifully done

[@uuu5uuuumljkk3452]

So cute😭 ‏‪4:14‬‏

[@amandad6104]

Cooper's so sweet 😍

[@charogomezruvalcaba9321]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@denisecarmen]

Very disturbing an adult man fangirling over a criminal that blew his parents into pieces! "Iconic" "Normal" "kind" lmao! They're murderers! Seems detached of reality. The other one seems livid! 😕

[@abbyissoslay]

I wouldn’t say he’s fangirling lol. He was just being kind about the interaction with someone who faced serious traumas in their life. I don’t think we should isolate victims from feeling human and good about themselves.

[@slugcult8673]

Jose Menendez was very likely a serial child rapist. I recommend watching the documentary series called Menendez and Menudo: Boys Betrayed. This will offer you more insight. I recommend reading up on the case, watch the court testimony, read the book by Robert Rand , watch the documentaries and the interviews. This gives a better idea of the full picture. Also not trying to be rude. Just voicing my opinion. ✌️

[@jellyflowergirl0.0]

First of all he called Kim kardashian iconic. Second of all yes they did murder but they are human beings and deserve to have rehabilitation and the opportunity to re enter society.

[@MariaDonkova]

very disturbing to see an adult woman defending child abusers 🤷‍♀️ but go off I guess

[@denisecarmen]

@@MariaDonkova listen you don't seem very smart for me to give you a proper response! Like the people in these comments. And you lack respect and self control. So i'm going to put it like this: Don't be stupid!

[@caramelprincess521]

This story is so crazy the thing that shocked me the most cuz I am on episode 2 right now was when the mother SNATCHED Lyle toupee off his head I was like OMG 🙆‍♂️😲 and the scene where they shot there parents OMG I couldn't even look. Great series soo far.

[@MidnightRain111]

This series is full of inaccuracies and lies. I've posted a video explaining how grossly inaccurate it is. The creators of Monsters have zero respect for the real case and the trauma that Lyle and Erik went through.

[@TheTruthSpeaks-j7d]

@@MidnightRain111 The views in Monsters represents the different views that were expressed in the 1990’s when the case occurred.

[@TheTruthSpeaks-j7d]

@@MidnightRain111 I caught LYLE IN A BIG LIE. As a matter of fact since you bought it up because I was not going to say anything. In the Barbara Walters interview Lyle said we did NOT think our parents were going to kill us that night. This contradicts and is the opposite of what they said at the trial.

[@bluethingable]

If these abuse allegations are true that’s horrible. That being said it doesn’t justify murder. The real Menéndez brothers are exactly where they’re supposed to be. If their trauma is true I hope they find peace

[@MariaDonkova]

No they were in there long enough.

[@bluethingable]

@@MariaDonkova to me nothing justifies murder unless you’re absolutely certain the other person is trying to kill you. Other than there’s no excuse in my opinion