‘Incredibly Shocking’: Eva Longoria’s Ex-husband Dies at His Apartment at 50 — Details
- Tyler Christopher was the first husband of Eva Longoria.
- The two tied the knot in 2002 after they eloped and divorced in 2004.
- Longoria revealed details about her marriage to Christopher, who has dead at 50.
Tyler Christopher and Eva Longoria at The Rose Education Foundation's second annual gala on June 28, 2003 | Source: Getty Images
Actor Tyler Christopher, who starred in "General Hospital" and "Days of Our Lives," has died at age 50. The actor is famous for playing Nikolas Cassadine on "General Hospital" on various occasions between 1996 and 2016.
Christopher was awarded one Daytime Emmy, and he bagged four Daytime Emmy nominations for playing Cassadine in this long-running daytime soap opera. The actor also featured in other productions such as "The Lying Game," "The Pretender," and "Family Law."
Tyler Christopher and Eva Longoria at the "Best Friends" Super Pet Adoption Festival in Los Angeles, California on October 5, 2003 | Source: Getty Images
Tyler Christopher at the 35th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California on June 20, 2008 | Source: Getty Images
According to the soap opera's star representative, Chi Muoi Lo, Christopher died on the morning of October 31, 2023. Lo shared an announcement saying the news of the actor's death was "incredibly shocking" and that he was greatly upset by this loss.
Tyler Christopher speaks onstage at the Daytime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California on May 1, 2016 | Source: Getty Images
Lo described Christopher as a talented actor and a fantastic friend. He sent his condolences to the actor's friends and family, whom he said "loved him so much."
The actor's co-star on "General Hospital" Maurice Benard, shared on Instagram that Christopher died of a cardiac issue in his home in San Diego.
However, she admitted that she played a part in her and Christopher's marriage ending.
Rebecca Herbst and Tyler Christopher in a "General Hospital" scene on July 26, 2010 | Source: Getty Images
Benard is completely distressed by the loss of his co-star, whom he referred to as his "wonderful friend." Christopher, who was a sweet soul, brightened the screens in every part he acted in and enjoyed sharing his joy with his loyal fans via acting.
Tyler Christopher and Eva Longoria during "Tuck Everlasting" premiere in Hollywood, California on October 5, 2002 | Source: Getty Images
Christopher has left behind two kids: a son, Greysun, and a daughter, Boheme. The actor shared his kids with his second wife, Brienne Pedigo, whom he married in 2008, but they parted ways in 2021.
Christopher's first wife is Eva Longoria, a "Desperate Housewives" star. The two tied the knot in 2002 and divorced in 2004.
Eva Longoria during the "Runaway Jury" premiere in Hollywood, California on October 9, 2003 | Source: Getty Images
Christopher's Relationship with Longoria
Longoria once spoke out about her relationship and marriage to Christopher. She said the two eloped and went to Vegas, where they got married. They didn't think their decision through, but when their union ended quickly, Longoria noted that it taught her that marriage was a serious sacrament that she wasn't ready for at that time.
Tyler Christopher and Eva Longoria at The Rose Education Foundation's second annual gala on June 28, 2003 | Source: Getty Images
Longoria and Christopher's two-year marriage ended just when the actress got her big break on the daytime time soap opera "The Young and the Restless." The actress got through the divorce and made the decision that the next time she wanted to get married, she would think it through.
Tyler Christopher and Eva Longoria at the 33rd Annual Nosotros Golden Eagle Awards on July 26, 2003 | Source: Getty Images
However, she admitted that she played a part in her and Christopher's marriage ending. She confessed that the actor was a lovely man but that she was very young, didn't know who she was, and was struggling as an actress, which made her a "terrible wife."
Eva Longoria and Tyler Christopher at the 29th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards in New York City on May 17, 2002 | Source: Getty Images
Tyler Christopher at the NBCUniversal Winter Press Tour in Pasadena, California on January 9, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
Now, Longoria's ex-husband has passed away. Christopher, whose co-stars and friends have described as an amazing actor and a great man will be missed by his family, friends, and fans, who cherish him.
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