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Thursday, October 31, 2024

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Tyler Christopher American Actor | Wikipedia

Tyler Christopher American Actor | Wikipedia

This week in Will County history.

Joliet native Tyler Christopher died on October 31, 2023

Tyler Christopher, born in Joliet, Illinois, on November 11, 1972, was a prominent actor known for his roles in popular soap operas. He played Nikolas Cassadine on "General Hospital" and Stefan DiMera on "Days of Our Lives." Christopher's career included guest appearances on primetime shows like "Charmed," "Angel," and "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation." He faced personal challenges, including bipolar disorder and alcoholism, and was open about his struggles. Christopher married Eva Longoria and later Brienne Pedigo, with whom he had two children. On October 31, 2023, he passed away at the age of 50 from positional asphyxia due to acute alcohol intoxication.

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