Actor & Sit-Com Star David Gail Dead At 58
David Gail, a well-known American soap opera actor, has recently passed away, leaving a legacy of memorable performances. He is best known for his work in the soap opera industry, with an extensive list of credits to his name, including his role as Dr. Joe Scanlon #2 in the “General Hospital” spin-off Port Charles, where he appeared in 216 episodes.
David also played Stuart Carson, the fiancé of Shannen Doherty’s character, in seven episodes of the popular TV series “Beverly Hills, 90210.” He acted in many other movies and TV shows, including Matlock, Murder, She Wrote, The Round Table, Doogie Howser, M.D., Perfect Opposites, and Growing Pains. He starred in the 2002 romantic comedy “Bending All the Rules” alongside Bradley Cooper.
On Saturday, his sister, Katie Colmenares, shared the heartbreaking news of his passing on Instagram. She expressed her love for him by saying she would “hold you so tight every day in my heart” and miss him “every second of every day forever.” The cause of his death was not disclosed. Peter Ferriero, host of the “Beverly Hills, 90210” rewatch podcast, also confirmed David’s death, and fans of his work have been sharing their condolences on social media platforms. His contribution to the entertainment industry will always be remembered and appreciated, particularly in the soap opera genre.