5 Things to Know About Lucas Cruikshank

Lucas Cruikshank plays YouTube phenomenon Fred Figglehorn, the wacky, snide kid from a dysfunctional family with an alcoholic mom, a father in prison and a rabid cat named Dolly. But in real life, Cruickshank, 17, is a Nebraska-raised high school junior on his way to realizing is dream of becoming an actor.

On Saturday, Nickelodeon debuts his move, Fred, and the cable network is also creating a TV comedy series for Cruikshank. So, before his star explodes, here are five things to know about the teen who is not nearly as diabolical as his cyberspace alter ego.Read more for 5 things