christien alexis anholt (born february 25, 1971), is a british actor. he is known to the public for his role as nigel bailey in the television series relic hunter. he is the son of actor tony anholt. his first appearance dates back to 1989, in the film reunion, which earned him the nomination for best actor at the cannes film festival. he starred in the television series felicity and participated in various theatrical and film productions, most notably alongside mel gibson and glenn close in hamlet.