Alec Musser, the actor renowned for playing Del Henry in the long-running soap opera “All My Children”, has died at the age of 50.
The actor’s death occurred at his Del Mar, California residence on Friday night, January 12, 2024. The unfortunate news was confirmed by his fiancée, Paige Press, and his uncle, Robert.
The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office determined that the cause was suicide. Press found him on the bathroom floor with a self-inflicted wound, and a shotgun next to him.
Musser initiated his career in the spotlight as a fitness model before transitioning to the realm of acting. His major breakthrough happened at 31 when he secured the role of Del Henry on “All My Children”. This opportunity was a result of his success in the second season of the reality TV show “I Wanna Be a Soap Star” in 2005. Between 2005 and 2007, Musser appeared in 43 episodes of the soap opera, quickly amassing a considerable fan base.
Even though his frequency of screen appearances dwindled over subsequent years, Musser continued to make significant contributions to popular television series like “Desperate Housewives,” “Rita Rocks,” as well as the film “Road to the Altar.”
He also featured in the 2010 film “Grown Ups,” scripted by Adam Sandler. Musser’s performance elicited a heartfelt tribute from Sandler himself, who hailed him as a “wonderful, funny good man” and a “true great sweetheart of a person.”
Outside the acting sphere, Musser was a respected figure in the fitness industry, gracing the covers of several fitness magazines such as Men’s Health and Men’s Workout, a testament to his commitment to bodybuilding and fitness.
Musser’s social media accounts bear witness to his passion for fitness, his love for outdoor activities like skiing and surfing, and his family, including his canine companions. His last post on social media, a few days before his death, showed him surfing on a hoverboard, showcasing his adventurous nature.
The announcement of Musser’s passing has spurred a wave of tributes from friends, fans, and fellow industry members.
Paige Press, Musser’s fiancée, made public her sorrow through a series of emotional Instagram stories, expressing her deep loss and vowing her continued love by affirming, “I am never taking off my ring.”