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'General Hospital' Actor Johnny Wactor, 37, Shot and Killed in Los Angeles During Catalytic Converter Theft

May 27, 2024, 12:30 AM

Johnny Wactor, an actor best known for his role as Brando Corbin on 'General Hospital,' was shot and killed in downtown Los Angeles. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. early Saturday morning when Wactor, 37, confronted three men who were attempting to steal the catalytic converter from his car. According to reports, Wactor did not try to stop the thieves but was shot regardless. The suspects fled the scene and remain at large. Wactor's mother confirmed his death, which has shocked the 'General Hospital' community, with many co-stars expressing their grief and disbelief. Wactor was reportedly leaving his job at a rooftop bar and was with a coworker when the incident happened.