May 29th 2024.
It was a sad day for fans and loved ones of Johnny Wactor when news broke of his untimely death at the young age of 37. The cause of his death was confirmed just days after his passing, leaving many in shock and disbelief. Johnny, known for his role as Brando Corbin in General Hospital, was fatally shot in the early hours of Saturday morning in Los Angeles.
The devastating news was confirmed by Johnny's mother, who expressed her hope for justice to be served for her son's senseless death. According to reports, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner determined that Johnny passed away from a gunshot wound to the chest and his death was ruled a homicide.
In an interview with People Magazine, Johnny's brother Grant shared the heartbreaking details of his brother's last moments. He revealed that Johnny, who was working as a bartender, was walking with a female co-worker to their cars at the end of their shift. It was around 3:25 am when Johnny noticed his car was being tampered with. Grant explained that his brother did not confront the thieves but instead tried to protect his colleague by placing himself in front of her.
"He did not try to stop them. He was just trying to diffuse the situation by stepping back," Grant said. He also added that the men were not expecting anyone to walk up on them, causing them to panic and resort to violence. The men fled the scene after the shooting, and Johnny was rushed to the hospital, where he was tragically pronounced dead.
Johnny's mother, Scarlett, confirmed the heartbreaking news to TMZ and expressed her hope for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. Johnny was not only known for his role in General Hospital but also for his roles in Westworld, NCIS, Criminal Minds, and The OA. However, it was his portrayal of Brando Corbin that made him a household name, having appeared in almost 200 episodes of the popular series.
Following the news of his passing, Johnny's co-star Sofia Mattson took to social media to pay tribute to her dear friend. She described him as genuine, caring, hardworking, and humble, with a huge heart that spread kindness and joy to those around him. Sofia also shared that Johnny made sure everyone felt seen, heard, and loved, and she feels grateful to have known him.
"He always made sure everyone around him felt seen, heard, and loved. I admire the man he was so much, and I'm a better person for having known him," Sofia wrote on Instagram. "We shared so many special moments, both on and off screen, and I will forever cherish them deeply in my heart. You will be so incredibly missed, Johnny. I'm sure you're already busy taking care of everyone up there."
The news of Johnny's passing has left many in shock, and fans and friends have been pouring in tributes on social media. Johnny's legacy will live on through his memorable performances and the impact he had on those who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Johnny.
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