Succession star Nicholas Braun pleads Not Guilty after DUI arrest in New Hampshire

Nicholas Braun

Succession star Nicholas Braun has pleaded not guilty to a DUI charge, nearly two weeks after he was arrested in New Hampshire on suspicion of driving under the influence.

The 37-year-old actor, best known for his role as the awkward yet lovable Greg Hirsch on HBO’s Emmy-winning drama, entered his plea on Sept. 12. According to court documents, Braun is also facing a violation for operating a vehicle without lights. His arraignment, initially set for Sept. 16, was canceled after the plea.

As part of his bail conditions, Nicholas has been ordered to stay away from alcohol and narcotics. The order, filed after his Aug. 30 arrest, states he must refrain from “any use of alcohol, and use of any narcotic drug or controlled substance,” as reported by People.

Police said Nicholas was stopped at 11:15 p.m. by Moultonborough Police and taken into custody for “DUI-impairment.” He was later released from Carroll County jail on his own recognizance, without bail.

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The actor’s trial is not expected until January 2026. His representatives have not issued a statement.

Nicholas, who became a fan favorite for his performance in Succession, earned three Emmy nominations during the show’s four-season run. The HBO drama wrapped in May 2023 after winning 19 Emmys overall.

Long before Succession, Nicholas appeared in Disney classics like Sky High and Princess Protection Program. His recent work includes portraying Andy Kaufman and Jim Henson in Saturday Night, and starring in Splitsville, which premiered at Cannes earlier this year.

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Off-screen, Nicholas has shared glimpses of his personal life, often mentioning girlfriend Hyunji Ward. The couple went Instagram official earlier this year, and Nicholas has described simple family getaways on Lake Michigan as his “last moment of bliss.”

For now, though, the actor’s focus will remain on his legal case, as fans and the industry await the outcome.