Tyler Christopher, ‘General Hospital’ and ‘Days of Our Lives’ actor, dead at 50

Emmy winner Tyler Christopher. Photo Credit: Chelsea V Photography

Actor Tyler Christopher passed away on October 31, 2023, at the age of 50. He was known for his acting work on such daytime dramas as “General Hospital” and “Days of Our Lives.”

Tyler Christopher’s acting roles in daytime TV

He played the role of Nikolas Cassadine on the ABC soap opera “General Hospital” on and off from 1996 to 2016, and he portrayed Stefan DiMera on “Days of Our Lives” from early 2018 until March of 2019.

Awards and accolades

Christopher was nominated for five Daytime Emmy Awards, winning once in 2016 for “Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series” for his acting work in “General Hospital.” He made history as one of only three men to win the “Lead Actor” Emmy for that show along with Anthony Geary and Maurice Benard.

Maurice Benard on Tyler Christopher

Maurice Benard announced the sad news of Christopher’s passing via a post on his social media pages. Benard revealed that the cause was “a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment.”

Benard praised Chrstopher for being one “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 also described him as a “sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him.”

“Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol. We are beyond devastated by the loss of our dear friend and pray for his children and his father,” Benard remarked.

Tyler Christopher had appeared on Maurice Benard’s MB “State of Mind” podcast on mental health.

Adam Huss on Tyler Christopher

Adam Huss is the actor who current plays the role of Nikolas Cassadine on “General Hospital.” “This is so tragic and heartbreakingly sad,” Huss said about Tyler Christopher’s death.

“My heart goes out to his entire family and friends who loved him. Brilliant actor who inspired me (and continues to) in many many ways,” Huss added.

Final interview

Christopher’s last-ever interview was with this journalist titled “Conversations with Tyler Christopher.

In this chat, Christopher shared one of his favorite mottos to live by and that was: “Don’t Hold Back.” “That’s how I approach my work and when I am doing scenes, especially when they are difficult to perform. I trust my instincts, I don’t hold back and that gets me through it. This allows me to take chances in my scenes,” Christopher said.

Christopher had furnished his definition of success, which meant “going to work every day and making sure that you realize how grateful you are.”

The late actor was always very appreciative of his fans and supporters. “I am so grateful to have gone on this journey with the fans. At the end of the day, the show and the work, is not about you… it is about the fans… You perform for the fans, not yourself,” he told Digital Journal.

New York City fan event

His last fan event took place on September 30 and October 1st in New York City, which was hosted by CaliBx Experience. “We were grateful to have the opportunity to bring Tyler [Christopher] around his fans so he can feel the love and admiration held for him over 30 years,” said Veronica White of CaliBx Experience.

“Tyler was open and shared his life journey as well as his desires for his future as a father, artist and man. It was nice to see him happy and enjoying the weekend with fans. Our deepest condolences go out to all who loved him. He was a good kind soul and his humble personality and integrity shined through,” White added.