Vanessa Marcil Honors Late Ex-Fiancé Tyler Christopher



by NOUMAN RASOOL

Vanessa Marcil Honors Late Ex-Fiancé Tyler Christopher
Vanessa Marcil Honors Late Ex-Fiancé Tyler Christopher © Earl Gibson III/GettyImages

In an emotional homage, actress Vanessa Marcil has shared a collection of intimate photographs with her late ex-fiancé and "General Hospital" co-star, Tyler Christopher. These touching images from their time together in the late '90s have resurfaced as Marcil reflects on their cherished moments following Christopher's untimely death at age 50.

Vanessa Marcil, the esteemed "General Hospital" alum, took to her Instagram Story to pay tribute to Christopher, showcasing a series of nostalgic images from their engagement era. The standout photograph featured the pair at the height of their romance during the Soap Opera Update Awards in September 1997.

Christopher was seen donning a playful white tee and purple feather boa, while Marcil, elegantly dressed in a black tank top, lovingly embraced him. The heartfelt memorial extended with a repost from Amber Tamblyn, Marcil’s former co-star, who expressed her deep sorrow over Christopher’s passing.

Tamblyn, familiar to fans as Emily Quartermaine from 1995 to 2000, remembered Christopher as a "generous scene partner" whose respect and charm extended beyond the camera's lens. Despite the dissolution of their engagement, Marcil and Christopher maintained a professional rapport, continuing to work alongside each other in the beloved ABC drama, where Christopher's portrayal of Nikolas Cassadine became iconic over his two-decade tenure.

Christopher's Personal Journey

Tyler Christopher's personal life, post-Marcil, included a marriage to actress Eva Longoria in 2002, which concluded in divorce two years later. He found love again with journalist Brienne Pedigo, marrying in 2008 and sharing two children.

The importance of family was a sentiment Christopher echoed in his recent social media posts, emphasizing the newfound value he found in the simplicity of spending time with his loved ones. His life came to a tragic end on October 31st when he suffered a cardiac event in his San Diego home.

The news was confirmed by Maurice Benard, another "General Hospital" veteran. The loss has sent ripples through the soap opera community, marking the end of a significant era for fans and colleagues alike. Vanessa Marcil, whose own journey includes a marriage to Corey Feldman and a notable relationship with "Beverly Hills, 90210" star Brian Austin Green, with whom she has a son, has continued to leave her mark on the acting world while remembering the cherished times with her former co-star and fiancé, Christopher.

In remembering Tyler Christopher, Marcil not only celebrates his legacy as an actor but also honors the personal connection they shared, a bond that clearly transcended the screen and left a lasting imprint on her heart.