“Tyler Christopher, the ‘General Hospital’ star, was officially reported to have died due to positional asphyxia resulting from acute alcohol intoxication, according to documents from the San Diego Medical Examiner obtained by TMZ.
His accidental death occurred as a result of suffocation due to his position, with alcohol playing a contributing role.
Coronary artery atherosclerosis was also listed as a contributing condition.
Christopher’s representative, Chi Muoi Lo, confirmed the cause of death and expressed sorrow, emphasizing Christopher’s impact on those who loved him.
The actor, known for portraying Nikolas Cassadine, faced challenges, including a 2019 arrest for public intoxication in Indiana.
Maurice Benard, Christopher’s ‘GH’ co-star, announced the actor’s death on Instagram, highlighting his talent and advocacy for mental health and substance use treatment.”