The Los Angeles community continues to mourn the tragic loss of former “General Hospital” actor, Johnny Wactor, who was murdered on May 25th while interrupting thieves stealing his car’s catalytic converter. His mother, Scarlett Wactor, has called for public support and action from officials in finding and convicting her son’s killers.
The actor’s death has left a lasting impact on his friends, family, and the entertainment industry. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Johnny Wactor grew up in the nearby town of Summerville. He began his acting career by portraying Brando Corbin on the popular ABC soap opera “General Hospital” from 2020 to 2022. His talent extended beyond television, as he also appeared in films and TV series such as “Station 19,” “NCIS,” and “Westworld.
The night of Wactor’s murder began with him leaving work at a rooftop bar alongside a coworker. As they approached his car, Johnny spotted someone at the vehicle and believed it was being towed. However, this turned out to be a mask-wearing thief who opened fire on the unsuspecting actor.
Johnny’s mother, Scarlett Wactor, has been struggling with immense grief since losing her son. She expressed her heartache during a press conference held outside Los Angeles City Hall: “Grief is my constant companion. I can’t wish him happy birthday on Aug. 31 — he would have been 38. I can’t ask if he’s coming home for Christmas. I can’t ask how his day went.
As the search for the suspects continues, several celebrities and community leaders are calling for more action to be taken by Mayor Karen Bass and other officials in combating crime within Los Angeles. Micah Parker, an actor, producer, and organizer of Justice for Johnny Wactor, has been instrumental in raising awareness about his friend’s tragic demise and urging the public to assist authorities in locating the unidentified assailants responsible for this heinous act.
In a joint statement released by City Councilman Kevin de León and Scarlett Wactor, they declared that “we will make sure that no family has to endure the pain that Scarlett is enduring today.” Both parties are adamant in their quest for justice, vowing to bring Johnny’s killers to account for their actions.