Tyler Christopher, the Emmy-winning actor who is a regular on the daytime soap opera “General Hospital,” died on Oct. 31. The actor was 50.
Maurice Benard, who appeared alongside Christopher in the series, confirms the news of his death in a post shared on his Instagram page. The statement detailed Christopher’s advocacy for mental health and substance abuse.
«It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher,» the post begins. «Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment. Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting.”
Benard describes Christopher as a «sweet soul and wonderful friend» for all the children and opportunities about his own story.
«Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol,» the post continued. «He is beyond devastated by his work of giving friend and prayer for children and fathers.»
Christopher’s managers Paula Benard and Chi Muoi Ho also confirmed his death to TODAY.com.
«This news was incredibly shocking, and I am devastated by his loss. He was a very gifted actor, and more importantly, an amazing friend. My heart goes out to his friends and family who loved him so much».
Christopher played 2 characters on the ABC soap opera series.
Between 1996 and 2016, the actor played the role of Nikolas Cassadine. He also played Connor Bishop between 2004 and 2005.
Usa news of his death, «General Hospital» executive producer Frank Valentini expressed his condolences in a statement to TODAY.com.
“I am heartbroken with the news of Tyler Christopher’s passing. I won, in an incredible actor, and give him friend, that I have his ‘GH’ family and fans of Nikolas Cassadine,» Valentini stated. ones during this difficult time.»
According to his IMDB page, Christopher was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award in 1998 for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his work on the series. His work on the series earned him Daytime Emmy Award nominations again in 2005 and 2006 — both times for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. His final Daytime Emmy Award nomination for his work in “General Hospital” came in 2016, awarding the award for outstanding lead actor in a drama series.
From 2017 to 2019, Christopher also appeared in the NBC soap opera “Days of Our Lives.” I have been nominated for the last Daytime Emmy at the end of the week in the series for outstanding lead actor in drama series.
Christopher is survived by two people who shared his ex-wife and former ESPN auto racing pit reporter, Brienne Pedigo Williams.
Between 2002 and 2004, Christopher was married to actor and producer Eva Longoria.
