“Praying for His Family”: Deion Sanders Pays Respects to ‘General Hospital’ Star Johnny Wactor Following Tragic Death in Alleged Robbery

Deion Sanders’ weekend of fun and team bonding with the Buffaloes players at their camp has now stopped. While enjoying the activities and fresh air, Deion was hit with tragic news on Saturday that actor Johnny Wactor was shot and killed in Los Angeles.

Wactor, known for his role as Brando Corbin on General Hospital, was only 37 years old when he was allegedly killed during a carjacking. Reports indicate Wactor and a colleague witnessed three men tampering with his car, likely targeting the catalytic converter — a valuable part increasingly stolen in LA’s black market. But the situation took a horrific turn when Wactor tried to negotiate with the thieves. Also, according to Wactor’s mother, Scarlett, “her son didn’t try to stop them but they shot and killed him anyway.” Despite being rushed to the hospital, Wactor was “pronounced dead” shortly after 3 am.

Soon after the news broke, Collin Ruggs shared it with videos of Wactor from the ABC series on his X platform. The internet community responded to it with an outpouring of condolences. And, visibly shaken by the tragic news, Deion Sanders reposted it with a heartfelt message: “Wow! Praying for this family, friends, loved ones, as well as his fans. Wow!”

In a way, Sanders’ reaction mirrored the national shock. Wactor, also known for his roles in “Criminal Minds” and “Siberia,” had become a familiar face in many households. Thus, his fans and Deion Sanders are left mourning this cold demise.

Deion Sanders & ‘General Hospital’ crew lead the tributes for Johnny Wactor

Following Deion Sanders’ heartfelt message, his comment section was flooded with “RIP” tributes for Johnny Wactor. Many expressed shock at the brutal crime and the lack of arrests. The online community also demanded justice, emphasizing the urgency to find the perpetrators. One user even wrote, “They definitely go find out who did it and all involve clock is ticking wayyy quicker then 2 Pac and biggie smalls shooting.”

Meanwhile, Wactor’s General Hospital colleagues took to social media to mourn their friend. Parry Shen, who plays Brad Cooper, called Wactor “a beautiful, beautiful soul“ and added his mourning, stating, “We all were cheated of many years with him.“ Resonating the feeling, another cast member, Jon Lindstrom, shared his grief, saying, “I’m literally sick to my stomach at this news.“ While Wactor’s life was tragically cut short, it looks like his memory lives on in the hearts of his colleagues and fans, who continue to offer their prayers.