In a heartbreaking turn of events that has rippled through both Hollywood and Port Charles, the family of former General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor has bravely stepped forward, seeking justice after a senseless act of violence took his life.

Johnny Wactor, best known for his role as Brando Corbin from 2020 to 2022, was fatally shot on May 25 in downtown Los Angeles during what appeared to be a routine incident—or so he thought. Walking back to his car after a bartending shift, he noticed that his vehicle had been raised with a floor jack. Assumed the worst and shielding a coworker, Johnny approached cautiously—likely thinking it was a towing mistake. Instead, he was met with tragedy .

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Johnny’s final act revealed the true measure of his character. He instinctively put his own life on the line to protect another, embodying the compassion and strength that defined both his on-screen and real-life persona . The grief that followed wasn’t just for a talented actor—it was for a friend, a brother, a protector.

Just weeks after his death, Johnny’s family and friends marched to Los Angeles City Hall, calling on city leaders to post a reward and take urgent action to curb the rising crime affecting every community . Dozens joined “A Mile For Johnny,” a powerful demonstration of unity and demand for justice for a life lost too soon .

For months, Johnny’s case remained unresolved—but not for long. In August, LAPD announced the arrest of four young men connected to the crime. Police uncovered evidence tying the suspects—Robert Barceleau, Leonel Gutierrez, Sergio Estrada, and Frank Olano—to the shooting. Three were charged with murder, and one as an accessory . The breakthrough offered a ray of hope amid the grief.

Throughout the ordeal, Johnny’s loved ones—particularly his brothers, mother, and ex-fiancée—spoke openly of his generosity, kindness, and work ethic. They shared how deeply his loss had affected them, how he was “taken too soon,” and how the void he left behind remains impossible to fill .

For fans of General Hospital, Johnny’s memory lives on through the characters he brought to life and in the stories of compassion he wove both on and off the screen. His journey reminds us that true heroism isn’t scripted—it’s embodied in moments of selfless courage that can’t be performed, only lived.