General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor dead at 37 in downtown Los Angeles shooting

General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor dead at 37 in downtown Los Angeles shooting

New Delhi: American actor Johnny Wactor, best known for portraying the character of Brando Corbin in General Hospital, was shot dead on Saturday (May 25, 2024) after he interrupted thieves stealing the catalytic converter from his car. The incident occurred around 3 am in Los Angeles.

It is being said that the 37-year-old star approached three men as he observed activity near his vehicle and thought it was being towed. This was when a mask-wearing suspect opened fire.

The Army Wives hunk was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical treatment, however, he succumbed to the injury. Three suspects drove away and fled the scene of the crime.

The entire General Hospital family is heartbroken to hear of Johnny Wactor’s untimely passing. He was truly one of a kind and a pleasure to work with each and every day. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/2wlIM1TpAB

— General Hospital (@GeneralHospital) May 27, 2024

As soon as reports of Johnny Wactor’s sudden demise surfaced on the internet, netizens began flooding social media with messages of condolence. “Awesome as the character he played on GH, such a senseless death. I hope the guys are caught and prosecuted to the full extent. RIP Johnny,” an X (formerly known as Twitter) user posted. Another wrote, “I’m trying to wrap my head around this. I’m angry that this happened to a young man in his prime, who had a lot of positive things going for him. My condolences to everyone who loved him and whose lives he touched. May his soul rest well in Eternity!”

No arrests in Johnny Wactor death case

No arrests were reportedly made in the case as of late Sunday. His agency David Shaul was quoted as saying that Johnny Wactor was ‘a real moral example to everyone who knew him’.

Johnny Wactor appeared in various films and television series in his splendid career. He was best known for his performances in USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage and Supercell.

 Johnny Wactor dies at age of 37: Former General Hospital star reportedly left work at a rooftop bar with a co-worker when he saw some people around his car. As he approached unidentified men, a mask-wearing suspect opened fire. Read further to know more.  Celebrity Entertainment News: Latest Bollywood, Hollywood News, South Cinema, Celebrity Gossip Today, Latest Movie News