Nicholas Hammond as Friedrich von Trapp

Nicholas Hammond (Friedrich)

One of the three children among the seven in The Sound Of Music with previous professional experience, Hannond had appeared on television, on Broadway, and in the movie, Lord of the Flies. Hammond went to audition for the role a few days after being in a skiing accident-and in he walked with his two front teeth missing and his arm in a sling. He didn't think he had a chance because he couldn't sing, but despite all these handicaps, he landed the role. Hammond now lives in Australia, where he still makes his living as a stage actor.