Jay Pickett, actor and producer, known for his roles on 'Port Charles' and 'General Hospital,' has died at age 60 on the set of his upcoming film, director says.
The official Facebook page of the film — in which Pickett starred and served as a producer and writer — announced Pickett's death on Sunday, writing that Pickett died suddenly while preparing to film a scene on location in Idaho.
Born on Feb. 10, 1961 in Spokane, Wash., Pickett began his acting career in the late '80s with appearances in television series like"Rags to Riches" and"China Beach." He scored his big break in 1991 by landing the role of Dr. Chip Lakin on the soap opera"Days of Our Lives," and went on to appear in 34 episodes of the series.
Pickett also guest starred on shows like"Dexter,""Queen Sugar,""Desperate Housewives" and"NCIS: Los Angeles," and wrote, produced and starred in the 2012 feature,"Soda Springs."
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