‘General Hospital’ cast remembers Johnny Wactor, actor shot dead by catalytic converter thieves

Loved ones, including fellow actors, were in mourning following the sudden and tragic death of Johnny Wactor. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Johnny Wactor remembered by 'General Hospital' castWactor, who appeared in hundreds of episodes of the popular soap opera "General Hospital," was murdered early Saturday morning after working all night at the Level 8 restaurant and bar in the South Park neighborhood of downtown Los Angeles.

"General Hospital" star Donnell Turner, said when he got the terrible news on his phone, he had to literally sit down. "I had to take a seat and reflect. I had seen Johnny not long ago… a year ago, but it seems like yesterday. We met with ‘General Hospital’ fans. It was just Johnny and me. We had a real nice time together. We are kindred spirits. Johnny is likable. In fact, he is lovable," Turner recalled.

Linda Rohe, a talent manager, said she helped Johnny with personal appearances connected to "General Hospital." She described him as a "fan-favorite and a gentleman" who was "incredibly kind to fans and people around him." Authorities said the early stages of the investigation indicate the actor thought his car was being towed and that he didn’t realize a theft was in progress.The investigation continues and the suspects remain at large.

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