Cody Longo, Days of Our Lives actor, dies at 34
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Cody Longo, Days of Our Lives actor, dies at 34
Days of Our Lives actor Cody Longo has died at the age of 34.
The soap opera star’s body is said to have been discovered by authorities on Wednesday in the bed of a residence in Austin, Texas. TMZ reports.
According to the report, Longo’s wife, Stephanie, became concerned about his whereabouts and called police for a welfare check when he was later discovered dead.
The actor is known for briefly playing the character of Nicholas Alamain in the popular 2011 soap opera.
His wife works at a local dance studio and became concerned when she was unable to communicate with her husband, who is believed to have struggled with alcohol abuse.
Authorities arrived at the scene and kicked in the door when Longo did not respond. They found him dead in the bedroom.
Cody Longo, Days of Our Lives actor, dies at 34
A family member told TMZ that the actor had battled alcohol abuse for many years and had recently gone to rehab.
An official cause of death has not yet been revealed.
His wife reportedly told the site: “He was an amazing father and the best husband.” Our whole world is shattered.
The actor is survived by his wife, a daughter, seven, a son, five, and a one-year-old baby.
Young Star: The late star is seen in the movie Bring It On: Fight to the Finish