| First Name | Nels |
| Last Name | Van Patten |
| Age | 57 |
| Date of Birth | January 1, 1955 |
| Build | Average |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Star Sign | Capricorn |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation Category | Tennis |
| Claim to Fame | Eight is Enough |
| Father | Dick Van Patten |
| Brother(s) | Vince Van PattenJames Van Patten |
| Other Family Members | Joyce Van Patten (aunt)Talia Balsam (cousin) |
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