‘General Hospital’ Actor Killed By Thieves In Downtown LA: Reports

LOS ANGELES, CA — Former “General Hospital” actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot early Saturday morning in downtown Los Angeles while interrupting thieves stealing a catalytic converter from his car, according to multiple reports.

Wactor, 37, and a coworker left their job at a rooftop bar in the area of West Pico Boulevard and South Hope Street around 3 a.m. when the actor saw three people around his car. Initially, he thought the vehicle was being towed, his mother told ABC 7.

As Wactor approached them to ask if he was being towed, a masked suspect looked up and shot him, reports said.

He died at a local hospital, KTLA said. No suspects have been found.

Wactor played Brando Corbin on “General Hospital” from 2020 to 2022. He also appeared in “Westworld,” “Criminal Minds” and “Station 19.”

His agent, David Shaul, confirmed the actor’s death, telling People that he 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."

His mother told ABC News, “There are not enough words to tell what a beautiful soul he was. He was a kind loving son and brother, he lived life to the fullest. He set goals and went after them. There is a very large hole on our hearts and lives."