‘General Hospital’: James Patrick Stuart Suffers Tragic Loss – Valentin Actor Loses Loved One

General Hospital updates report the sad news that James Patrick Stuart, who plays Valentin Cassadine on GH, must say goodbye to his father, Chad Stuart. James was extremely close to his dad, a musical legend, and shared the news of his loss recently.

General Hospital’s Valentin Cassadine Actor Loses Loving Father

GH star James Patrick Stuart aka Valentin Cassadine recently said goodbye to his father, Chad Stuart. James adored his dad and was incredibly close to him. Not only does James get his enthusiasm for music from Chad, but he gets his good looks from him as well. It’s clear to see the General Hospital star looks just like his dad.

Recently, Chad was in the hospital after a fall. His death was not Covid-related, but it was a result of pneumonia. The place and date of his death are still unknown. Chad was 79 years old at the end of his life, and his passing is sure to leave a huge void in many lives. Most of all, his son, James Patrick Stuart of General Hospital.

General Hospital: Chad Stuart

GH Star James Patrick Stuart’s Dad British Legend

While Chad Stuart will be missed greatly, his memory carries on in his music. General Hospital fans may recall James’ father Chad, whose full name is David Stuart Chadwick, was half of the British duo Chad and Jeremy. Chad and his good friend Jeremy Clyde formed the duo after they met while attending school in London.

They had several hit songs, including Yesterday’s Gone” which was their first American hit. Also, there was Willow Weep for Me and A Summer Song. The love and support Chad has received from fans over the years is staggering. And he was incredibly thankful for every fan.

Not only was Chad a lover of music, but was an acting talent as well. Chad was on multiple TV shows also. Apparently, he passed that on to his son and GH celeb James Patrick Stuart. James enjoys acting and music as well. General Hospital fans are lucky James is following in his father’s footsteps.

General Hospital: Chad a TV Alum

Chad Stuart and Jeremy Clyde also appeared on many TV shows, including The Patty Duke Show and The Dick Van Dyke Show. On top of that, they were on Laredo and a couple of episodes of Batman. Chad and Jeremy had an incredible career and many reunions after going their separate ways professionally.

Chad moved to Idaho after retiring from music, and that is where he stayed until his passing. James Patrick Stuart and his family are currently adjusting to life without Chad and taking comfort in his memory. Surely, the hearts of General Hospital viewers go out to James in this time of loss. And we look forward to seeing him on our screens as Valentin Cassadine on the ABC soap.

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