LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) – Former General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot in downtown Los Angeles while interrupting thieves on Saturday, according to his agent, David Shaul and CNN affiliate KABC. The actor, known for his role as Brando Corbin in the hospital soap opera, was shot as he left work early Saturday morning.
In a statement to CNN, Wactor’s agent David Shaul described him as “a spectacular human being,” noting that he was “not just a talented actor who was committed to his craft but a real moral example to everyone who knew him.”
Shaul praised Wactor for his hard work and tenacity, saying, “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.”
Wactor’s mother, Scarlett Wactor, confirmed his death to CNN affiliate KABC. She explained that her son had been walking with a coworker after working at a downtown rooftop bar when he saw what he thought was someone working on a car.
Believing his car was being towed, Wactor approached the person to ask about it, Scarlett told KABC. Instead, the suspect looked up and opened fire, she added. The shooting occurred around 3:25 am PT on Saturday (May 25), Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Tony Im told CNN.
Three men were attempting to steal a catalytic converter when the victim interrupted them, Im said. One of the suspects pulled out a gun and shot the victim before the men drove off. The victim was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead, Im said.
Wactor starred in General Hospital as Brando Corbin from 2020 to 2022. His other acting credits include Criminal Minds and Siberia.
