Jay Pickett dead latest – General Hospital star cause of death unconfirmed after actor dies ‘on horseback’ while filming
TRIBUTES have been paid to soap star Jay Pickett following his death at age 60 on Friday.
The soap star, best known for his roles in Days of our Lives and General Hospital, is said to have died while filming a new movie in Idaho.
Pickett's cause of death is not yet known. However, actor Jim Heffel claimed that Pickett died sitting on a horse, “the way of a true cowboy.”
Sharing a series of pictures on his Facebook, Jim wrote: “Yesterday I lost a good friend and the world lost a great person.
“Jay Pickett decided to ride off into the Heavens. Jay died sitting on a horse ready to rope a steer in the movie Treasure Valley in Idaho."
Read our Jay Pickett live blog below for the latest updates...
FANS SHOCKED TO HEAR OF PICKETT'S DEATH
Twitter users expressed their shock and sadness to hear of the death of soap star Jay Pickett.
One podcast account wrote: "Oh no! Jay Pickett passed away??!!! That's awful! I'm so sorry to the family and friends. I enjoyed his time on Port Charles."
FANS SADDENED BY JAY PICKETT'S DEATH
Fans expressed their reactions at the sad news that Jay Pickett had passed.
One wrote: "OMG no.... rest in peace. Very sad news. #PortCharles #JayPickett"
WHAT WAS JAY PICKETT DOING WHEN HE DIED?
Tributes have been paid to soap star Jay Pickett following his death aged 60 on Friday.
The soap star, best known for his roles in Days of our Lives and General Hospital, died while filming a new movie in Idaho.
His cause of death is not yet known.
WHEN DID JAY PICKETT ENTER THE INDUSTRY?
Pickett had been starring in the soap opera General Hospital since 2007.
He first came onto the scene in the role of Frank Scanlon in the ABC drama Port Charles.
The 60-year-old starred in series like Rags to Riches, Dragnet, Jake and The Fatman, Days of Our Lives, Perry Mason, and Matlock.
FANS MOURN THE LOSS OF JAY PICKETT
Fans took to Twitter to wish the Pickett family their condolences amid the announcement of the actor’s death.
One user wrote: “I’m totally shocked that one of the awesome actors from @GeneralHospital @PortCharlesNY, Jay Pickett has passed away at the age of 60! RIP and sending prayers for his family and friends.”
Another added: “Jay Pickett — I’m so sad right now. He was one of my favorites on the late great soap #PortCharles.
“Now I just want to go back and watch Frank and Karen in “Time in a Bottle.” RIP Jay Pickett.”
A third replied: “Oh that is sad to hear.”
WHO WAS JAY PICKETT?
Pickett was an American actor best known for his various television appearances.
The 60-year-old starred in series like Rags to Riches, Dragnet, Jake and The Fatman, Days of Our Lives, Perry Mason, and Matlock.
He originated the role of Frank Scanlon in the ABC drama Port Charles.
Pickett joined General Hospital as Lorenzo Alcazar in 2006 and then rejoined a year later as the recurring role of Detective David Harper.
He is survived by his wife Elena, their two daughters, Maegan and Michaela, and a son, Tyler.
‘AN AMAZING FRIENDSHIP’
Pickett’s Port Charles co-star Michael Dietz said: “My greatest friend has sadly left this world.
“We met when we were cast as brothers on Port Charles many many years ago.
“He played my big brother on TV but that carried over into real life and an amazing friendship that was one of a kind.”
WHAT WAS PICKETT’S CAUSE OF DEATH?
Jay Pickett’s cause of death has yet to be revealed.
However, actor Jim Heffel claimed that Pickett died sitting on a horse, “the way of a true cowboy.”
Sharing a series of pictures on his Facebook, Jim wrote: “ “Yesterday I lost a good friend and the world lost a great person.
“Jay Pickett decided to ride off into the Heavens. Jay died sitting on a horse ready to rope a steer in the movie Treasure Valley in Idaho.”
PRODUCER JIM HEFFEL PAYS FACEBOOK TRIBUTE
The producer of Port Charles, Jim Heffel, paid tribute to Pickett in a Facebook post.
He wrote: “Yesterday I lost a good friend and the world lost a great person. Jay Pickett decided to ride off into the Heavens.
“Jay died sitting on a horse ready to rope a steer in the movie Treasure Valley in Idaho. The way of a true cowboy.
“Jay wrote the story and starred in it. He was also coproducer with myself and Vernon Walker. He will be truly missed. Ride like the wind partber[sic]”
PICKETT DIED WHILE FILMING
It has been confirmed that Pickett, 60, died while filming a new movie in Idaho.
He was best known for his roles in Days of our Lives and General Hospital, and was today remembered as a “great person” following his passing.
Among Pickett’s long list of acting credits were also The Mentalist, NCIS: Los Angeles, Dexter, and Rosewood.
TWITTER USERS SHARE CONDOLENCES WITH CO-STAR
Fans took to Twitter to share their condolences with Kin Shriner, Pickett's co-star on General Hospital.
One wrote: "@kinshriner I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Jay Pickett. Loved you guys on #PortCharles so much. Forever grateful for that show and seeing you two brilliant actors on screen together"
WHAT DID PICKETT STAR IN?
Jay Pickett was an actor best known for his roles in Days of our Lives and General Hospital.
He also played Eden in the 2012 TV drama Soda Springs and Detective Franklin in the 2010 film Abandoned.
Pickett was 60 when he passed away on Friday.
FELLOW GENERAL HOSPITAL STAR TWEETS TRIBUTE
Director, actor, and producer Travis Mills tweeted his thoughts following news of Pickett's death.
"We lost a great friend and collaborator this week," he wrote. "Actor and filmmaker Jay Pickett passed away while making Treasure Valley with us.
"He was doing what he loved: acting, riding horses, and making movies. He lives on in our memories and the movies."
FANS SHOCKED TO HEAR OF PICKETT'S DEATH
Twitter users expressed their shock and sadness to hear of the death of soap star Jay Pickett.
One podcast account wrote: "Oh no! Jay Pickett passed away??!!! That's awful! I'm so sorry to the family and friends. I enjoyed his time on Port Charles."
FANS SHARE SYMPATHIES WITH PICKETT’S FAMILY
Fans of Pickett’s many TV shows and movies shared their sympathies with his family via Twitter.
“We found out very sad, devastating news yesterday. Jay Pickett has died,” one wrote.
“He was Frank Scanlon on Port Charles, Det David Harper and a sub Lorenzo Alcazar on #GH My sympathies to his family, friends, fans, etc.”
FANS SADDENED BY JAY PICKETT'S DEATH
Fans expressed their reactions at the sad news that Jay Pickett had passed.
One wrote: "OMG no.... rest in peace. Very sad news. #PortCharles #JayPickett"
WHEN DID JAY PICKETT ENTER THE INDUSTRY?
Pickett had been starring in the soap opera General Hospital since 2007.
He first came onto the scene in the role of Frank Scanlon in the ABC drama Port Charles.
The 60-year-old starred in series like Rags to Riches, Dragnet, Jake and The Fatman, Days of Our Lives, Perry Mason, and Matlock.
FANS MOURN THE LOSS OF JAY PICKETT
Fans took to Twitter to wish the Pickett family their condolences amid the announcement of the actor’s death.
One user wrote: “I’m totally shocked that one of the awesome actors from @GeneralHospital @PortCharlesNY, Jay Pickett has passed away at the age of 60! RIP and sending prayers for his family and friends.”
Another added: “Jay Pickett — I’m so sad right now. He was one of my favorites on the late great soap #PortCharles.
“Now I just want to go back and watch Frank and Karen in “Time in a Bottle.” RIP Jay Pickett.”
A third replied: “Oh that is sad to hear.”
WHAT WAS JAY PICKETT DOING WHEN HE DIED?
Tributes have been paid to soap star Jay Pickett following his death aged 60 on Friday.
The soap star, best known for his roles in Days of our Lives and General Hospital, died while filming a new movie in Idaho.
His cause of death is not yet known.
'AN AMAZING FRIENDSHIP'
Pickett's Port Charles co-star Michael Dietz said: "My greatest friend has sadly left this world.
"We met when we were cast as brothers on Port Charles many many years ago.
"He played my big brother on TV but that carried over into real life and an amazing friendship that was one of a kind."
'HE LOVED ACTING AND WESTERNS'
Actor Kin Shriner, 67, also took to social media to remember his friends.
His tweet read: "The sudden passing of my pal Jay Pickett Is very sad.
"He loved acting and Westerns , and when we got together we laughed a lot . R.I.P. Jay . @GeneralHospital#Portcharles"
WHAT DID PEOPLE SAY ABOUT JAY PICKETT'S DEATH?
Fans took to Twitter to wish the Pickett family their condolences amid the announcement of the actor’s death.
One user wrote: “I’m totally shocked that one of the awesome actors from @GeneralHospital @PortCharlesNY, Jay Pickett has passed away at the age of 60! RIP and sending prayers for his family and friends.”
Another added: “Jay Pickett — I’m so sad right now. He was one of my favorites on the late great soap #PortCharles.
“Now I just want to go back and watch Frank and Karen in “Time in a Bottle.” RIP Jay Pickett.”
A third replied: “Oh that is sad to hear.”
WHO WAS JAY PICKETT?
Pickett was an American actor best known for his various television appearances.
The 60-year-old starred in series like Rags to Riches, Dragnet, Jake and The Fatman, Days of Our Lives, Perry Mason, and Matlock.
He originated the role of Frank Scanlon in the ABC drama Port Charles.
Pickett joined General Hospital as Lorenzo Alcazar in 2006 and then rejoined a year later as the recurring role of Detective David Harper.
He is survived by his wife Elena, their two daughters, Maegan and Michaela, and a son, Tyler.
WHAT WAS PICKETT'S CAUSE OF DEATH?
Jay Pickett’s cause of death has yet to be revealed.
However, actor Jim Heffel claimed that Pickett died sitting on a horse, “the way of a true cowboy.”
Sharing a series of pictures on his Facebook, Jim wrote: “ “Yesterday I lost a good friend and the world lost a great person.
“Jay Pickett decided to ride off into the Heavens. Jay died sitting on a horse ready to rope a steer in the movie Treasure Valley in Idaho."
WHAT DID PICKETT STAR IN?
Jay Pickett was an actor best known for his roles in Days of our Lives and General Hospital.
He also played Eden in the 2012 TV drama Soda Springs and Detective Franklin in the 2010 film Abandoned.
Pickett was 60 when he passed away on Friday.