Wayne Northrop — a longtime TV actor who appeared in more than 1,000 episodes of Days of Our Lives has died … according to multiple reports.
Star publicist, Cynthia Snyderconfirmed the news to Deadline … saying Northrop died at the Motion Picture and Television Woodland Hills Home, an assisted living facility for those who work in the film industry.
Northrop was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease six years ago… therefore requires assisted living.
Wayne’s wife Lynn herring Northropalso released a statement … saying that he had breathed his last in the arms of his family, and thanking The Motion Picture and Television Home for their great care during the last few years of his life.
Northrop broke into the film industry in the late 1970s…starting with small roles on shows like Barretta and The Waltons.
He got his big break in 1981 when he landed a recurring role on the show “Dynasty” … appearing in the pilot as Michael Culhane, oil baron John Forsyth’s Blake Carrington.He played the role in 35 episodes of the show.
Wayne’s career-defining role, however, was on Days of Our Lives, where he played two characters, Dr. Alex North and Roman Brady.
He is credited for 1,036 episodes of the show, appearing on the show between 1981 and 2006.
Other credits include … ‘Port Charles’, ‘The Young Riders’, ‘LA Law’, ‘Hotel’ and ‘Cold Case’.
Wayne married Lynn in 1981… and they both bought a working cattle ranch in California.Northop has always been passionate about wildlife and conservation.
By him are Lin and their two sons, Hank and: Grady. Wayne was 77 years old.
R.I.P
