PHOTOSKristoff St. John & Character Neil Winters To Be Honored In 'The Young & The Restless' Storyline
Feb. 8 2019, Published 4:27 p.m. ET
CBS and The Young & the Restless have announced a plan to honor their late star, Kristoff St. John, and his character Neil Winters. In addition to the special tribute to the two-time Daytime Emmy winner during Friday's episode, the network revealed there will be an entire storyline dedicated to him and his character beginning in April. Keep reading for more.
Kristoff, 52, was reportedly found dead by a friend in his house on Sunday, February 3.
The star's final Y&R episode aired Wednesday, February 6.
On Thursday, February 7, CBS revealed how the show will play tribute to the actor, who starred on the soap opera since 1991.
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"The Young and the Restless will forever value the legacy of Kristoff St. John in his portrayal of Neil Winters,” the network said in a statement. “Beginning in late April, Y&R will feature a storyline that pays tribute to both Kristoff and his character.”
The actor's death affected many in Hollywood, including his co-star Eileen Davidson and talk show host Sheryl Underwood.
What do you think about The Young & the Restless' plans to honor Kristoff? Let us know in the comments.
