Lucky Spencer on the ABC Television Network's "General Hospital"

The energetic and adventurous son of Luke and Laura Spencer (Anthony Geary and Genie Francis), daytime television's most famous couple, Lucky Spencer is proof-positive that the apple never falls far from the tree. In the 13 or so years since his birth, this charismatic youngster has had more than his share of excitement, continually finding himself in the center of the action with his free-spirited parents.

For actor Jonathan Jackson, the role of Lucky is choice. "Lucky lives every boy's dream," Jonathan asserts. "He has loving parents, a baby sister, a loyal dog, and even a little bit of danger." In fact, his character has already been witness to shoot-outs and bombings in Port Charles. "Lucky loves adventure, but," he allows, "With parents like Luke and Laura, he can't help but get in on the action."

Jonathan joined "General Hospital" in October, 1993. In May, 1995, Jonathan received the Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor, and was nominated again in 1996. Earlier last year he received a Soap Opera Award as Outstanding Child Actor and the Hollywood Reporter YoungStar Award for acting in a daytime drama.

A resident of Washington state, Jonathan gave serious thought to an acting career following a family visit to Universal Studios Hollywood in 1991. His older brother, Richard, made the first move to Los Angeles in pursuit of a performing career and Jonathan and his mother soon followed. Jonathan got a few commercials under his belt before he was chosen, from several hundred young hopefuls, for the enviable role of Lucky Spencer. Jonathan made his feature film debut starring in the summer comedy, "Camp Nowhere," and was recently seen on ABC in the television movie, "Legend of the Ruby Silver." He will be seen later this year starring in the cable feature, "The Prisoner of Zenda."

Although acting is his favorite activity, Jonathan also participates in most sports including basketball, baseball and billiards. He also enjoys playing the guitar. Jonathan, his mother, brother Richard and sister Candice divide their time between homes in the Los Angeles area and Washington state where his father permanently resides.