Tyler Christopher: Soap Opera Star Dies at 50

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Tyler Christopher, known for his role as Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital, has passed away at the age of 50.

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Christopher was a popular soap opera actor, having also appeared on Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful.

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He won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Nikolas Cassadine in 2016.

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Christopher struggled with addiction throughout his life and had taken breaks from acting to focus on his recovery.

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He is survived by his wife and two children.

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Fans and fellow actors have taken to social media to express their condolences and share memories of Christopher.

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His death is a loss for the soap opera community and those who loved his work on General Hospital.

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