Emmy Winning Soap Star Billy Miller Dead

Three-time Daytime Emmy winner Billy Miller has died. He was 43.

The Texas-born actor was known for his roles on several famed daytime soaps including his roles as Richie Novak on “All My Children,” Billy Abbott on “The Young and the Restless,” and Jason Morgan/Drew Cain on “General Hospital”.

He passed away on Friday in Austin. No cause of death has been revealed, but his management issued a statement saying he was “struggling with manic depression when he died”.

He also had roles in prime-time shows like “Suits,” “Truth Be Told,” and “Ray Donovan” and the film “American Sniper”. Miller also owned multiple bars and restaurants in the Los Angeles area.

The official Twitter account for “The Young and the Restless” issued a statement saying: “The daytime community mourns the loss of Billy Miller, who graced Y&R with his talent for many years as Billy Abbott. Our deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones.”

Tributes from across daytime TV are pouring in. Survivors include his parents, sister, and longtime love Kelly Monaco. Our sincerest condolences to his family, friends and fans.

Source: Yahoo