Tyler Christopher, best known for his Emmy-winning roleGeneral Hospital, has died.He was 50.
Christopher’s formerGHcostar Maurice Benard confirmed the actor’s death onInstagram.
“It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher,” he wrote. “Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”
Benard continued, “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. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”
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Valentini added, “On behalf of everyone atGeneral Hospital, our heartfelt sympathies go out to his loved ones during this difficult time.”
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on the legendary medical soap opera from 1996 to 2016. He also had an Emmy-nominated turn as Stefan DiMera onDays of Our Livesfrom 2018 to 2019.
In 2008, Christopher married former ESPN reporterBrienne Pedigoand reportedly divorced in 2021. The former couple share two children: Greysun James Christopher and Boheme Christopher. He was also previouslymarriedtoDesperate HousewivesalumEva Longoriafrom 2002 to 2004.
Tyler Christopher.Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImage
Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImage
Back in July, the actor, who was placed under the guardianship of his sister Susan Asmo Baker since 2019, spoke out about regaining control of his life in an interview withBloomberg.
Shortly after the article was published, Christopher captioned photo of himself on Instagram, writing, “Sharing is part of the healing process.”
Tyler Christopher in a scene of ‘General Hospital’.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty
Christopher was first placed under his sister’s guardianship during a bout of alcohol withdrawal. He fell, hit his head and underwent life-saving surgery after internal bleeding. While Christopher was hospitalized, his sister filed for guardianship.
In a previous court filing, Christopher alleged that Asmo Baker used up to $40,000 of finances that should have been for his guardianship to pay off her own credit cards and buy her son a laptop, among other things. Asmo Baker denied the allegations.
Tyler Christopher in ‘General Hospital’.Rick Rowell/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty
Rick Rowell/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty
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source: people.com
