Summary:
- Johnny Wactor, known for playing Brando Corbin on “General Hospital,” was tragically killed.
- Wactor was shot while protecting a female co-worker from thieves trying to steal his car.
- Tributes from the “General Hospital” family highlight his kindness, bravery, and impact.
Wactor, who played the beloved character Brando Corbin from 2020 to 2022, was tragically shot and killed early Saturday morning.
Reports indicate that Wactor was walking a female co-worker to her car after a bartending shift when they encountered thieves attempting to steal his car’s catalytic converter. According to his brother Grant, Wactor initially thought his car was being towed. However, upon realizing the true situation, he selflessly shielded his co-worker, putting himself in harm’s way.
Grant’s emotional words paint a picture of a true hero: “We’re Southern, born and raised, and we would never let a female walk to their car by herself. He came across them and he thought his truck was being towed. So he said something to the guys, like, ‘Hey, are you towing?’ And then once he turned around, he saw what was happening and he put his coworker behind him. And that’s when they shot him.”
This heartbreaking account is echoed by Wactor’s mother, Scarlett. Johnny’s kindness extended beyond the acting world, as these moments demonstrate.
The “General Hospital” cast and crew are devastated by this loss. The official Instagram account for the soap opera shared a heartfelt message: “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.”
Johnny’s co-stars also expressed their grief on social media. Sofia Mattsson, who played Wactor’s TV wife, shared, “My heart is so utterly broken… Johnny was the absolute best. So genuine. So caring. Incredibly hard-working and humble. With a huge heart that spread so much kindness and joy. 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.”
These words, along with the many others shared by Jon Lindstrom, Ashton Arbab, Laura Wright, William deVry, Nancy Lee Grahn, and Chad Duell, paint a clear picture of Johnny Wactor – a talented actor, a kind soul, and a hero who will be deeply missed.
