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Dallas and General Hospital actor John Reilly dies with cause of death unknown

Legendary Dallas actor, John Reilly, has died aged 84 his daughter confirmed.

John’s daughter, actress and social media sensation Caitlin Reilly took to social media to share the devastating news of his death.

Caitlin, 31, shared a throwback snap alongside her father, taken during her childhood as John wrapped his arms around her.

She emotionally penned: “John Henry Matthew Reilly AKA Jack. The brightest light in the world has gone out. Imagine the best person in the world. Now imagine that person being your dad. I’m so grateful he was mine.

“I’m so grateful I got to love him. I’m so grateful I made it in time to hold him and say goodbye.

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“I honestly don’t know what I’m going to do, but I know he’ll be with me. I love you forever Daddy.”

John rose to fame in 1956 after taking on the role of Dr Dan Stewart on As The World Turns, he later joined General Hospital in 1984, playing Sean Donely for more than 70 episodes.

The Chicago-born star then went onto play Alistair Crane between 2005 and 2008 in the hit show Passions, appearing in over 100 episodes.

John was known for his roles in Dallas and General Hospital (Image: ©ABC/Courtesy Everett Collection)

Other credits include shows such as Dallas, Iron Man and Beverly Hills 90210.

Taking to social media, fans flocked to pay their tributes to the late star, with one saying: “Oh no! Sean Donnelly was one of my all-time favourites! RIP John Reilly.”

A second added: “Couldn’t believe when I read about John’s passing. Loved him as Sean Donnelly. Prayers to his family and friends. #RIP John Reilly.

“#RIP to John Reilly. I remember growing up watching him on #GH as Sean Donely and then on 90210 as Bill Taylor,” tweeted a third.

Another penned: “#RIP to John Reilly. I remember growing up watching him on #GH as Sean Donely and then on 90210 as Bill Taylor.”

John’s cause of death has not yet been revealed.

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Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk


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