Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_12441518_1 (portrayed_by VARCHAR, character VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many people named Nick Lucas are on the show?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(portrayed_by) FROM table_12441518_1 WHERE character = "Nick Lucas"