May 26th 2024.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor's passing. The 37-year-old TV star, known for his role as Brando Corbin on the American series, was shot and killed in downtown Los Angeles early Saturday morning. His mother, Scarlett, confirmed the devastating news to TMZ, revealing that Wactor was with a colleague when they were approached by three men attempting to steal his catalytic converter.
Scarlett shared that her son did not resist, but the men still shot him before fleeing the scene. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but he was sadly pronounced dead shortly after 3am PT. Wactor had been a beloved member of the General Hospital cast, appearing in almost 200 episodes. He also had roles in popular shows such as Westworld, NCIS, Criminal Minds, and The OA. However, it was his portrayal of Brando Corbin that truly resonated with audiences.
In General Hospital, Wactor's character was married to a drug addict named Sasha Corbin. He played the role from 2020 to 2022 when the character was written out. Wactor leaves behind two younger brothers, Lance and Grant. His mother is hopeful that the suspects responsible for his death will be caught soon, but the police have not yet released any details.
Fans of the show were devastated by the news of Wactor's death and took to social media to express their shock and sadness. Many shared their favorite memories of the actor and sent their condolences to his family. Some even mentioned other recent losses within the General Hospital community, such as Beth Peters and Robyn Bernard, who also passed away.
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