– Johnny Wactor General Hospital death
– Johnny Wactor shooting Downtown Los Angeles.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
LOS ANGELES (KTLA) — The entertainment industry was shocked by the tragic news of actor Johnny Wactor being shot and killed during an attempted catalytic converter theft in downtown Los Angeles. Wactor, known for his role as Brando Corbin in the popular soap opera “General Hospital,” was identified as the victim by his family, according to Nexstar’s KTLA.
The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday, when the Los Angeles Police Department received reports of a shooting in the area of Pico Boulevard and Hope Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered Wactor suffering from a gunshot wound.
Reports indicate that Wactor caught three individuals in the act of stealing the catalytic converter from his vehicle. When he confronted them, the situation escalated, leading to the fatal shooting. Despite being rushed to a local hospital, Wactor succumbed to his injuries. The suspects involved in the incident remain at large, with no further details provided by the authorities.
The news of Wactor’s tragic death was first reported by TMZ and later confirmed by his younger brother, Grant. The 37-year-old actor had made a significant impact in the industry with his role in “General Hospital,” appearing in 164 episodes from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, Wactor had showcased his talent in other popular TV shows such as “Westworld” and “Criminal Minds.”
David Shaul, Wactor’s talent agent, expressed his profound grief in a statement to Variety on Sunday. Shaul described Wactor as not only a talented actor dedicated to his craft but also a role model for his work ethic and positive attitude.
“Johnny Wactor was a spectacular human being. Not just a talented actor who was committed to his craft but a real moral example to everyone who knew him. Standing for hard work, tenacity and a never give up attitude. In the highs and lows of a challenging profession he always kept his chin up and kept striving for the best he could be,” Shaul said. “Our time with Johnny was a privilege we would wish on everyone. He would literally give you the shirt off his back. After over a decade together, he will leave a hole in our hearts forever.”
