General Hospital stars took to social media to pay tribute to Johnny Wactor after the actor died at the age of 37
Johnny Wactor’s death has shocked the cast of General Hospital.
A string of current and past stars from the ABC daytime series took to social media to pay their respects after learning that Johnny, 37, was killed in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 25.
Sofia Mattson, who plays Sasha Gilmore, the widow of Johnny’s former character Brando Corbin on the show, told her followers her heart was “utterly broken.”
She wrote via Instagram on Sunday, May 26, “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. We shared so many special moments, both on and off screen, and I will forever cherish them deeply in my heart. You will be so incredibly missed Johnny … I’m sure you’re already busy taking care of everyone up there.”
Johnny’s mother, Scarlett Wactor, told TMZ on Sunday, May 26, that Johnny had been killed the previous day. He was allegedly with his coworker when they spotted three men attempting to steal his catalytic converter.
Laura Wright, who plays Carly Corinthos, also shared a tribute via X on Sunday, writing “Heartbreaking. What an incredible man. Deep love and prayers to Johnny’s family.”
Nancy Lee Grahn, who plays Alexis Davis, posted via X, writing on Sunday, “Just tragic, enraging & heartbreaking.
