It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Dye this week. The beloved actor and star of CBS’s drama ‘Touched by an Angel’ was 47 when he suffered a fatal heart attack in San Francisco. His family have confirmed the news, including his brother Jerre Dye.
John Dye made a name for himslf playing the angel of death ‘Andrew’ on Touched by an Angel, which aired from 1994-2003. He was known for his kind and gentle demeanour, and he had a natural talent for portraying complex emotions on screen. Many viewers were drawn to his character due to his compassionate attitude, as well as his willingness to try new things.
Dye was born in Amory, Mississippi in 1963 and moved to Memphis at age 14 with his family. After graduating from high school, he attended college in Memphis before moving to Los Angeles in order to pursue acting. His career began with minor roles on television shows such as ‘The Facts of Life’ and ‘Family Ties’ before he found success on Touched by an Angel.
The show was cancelled during its first season but it was brought back after fans staged a letter-writing campaign expressing their love for the show and John Dye’s character in particular. At the beginning of season four, Della Reese threatened to leave the show if CBS and Martha Williamson didn’t increase her salary.
John comes from a large family which includes brothers Jerre, Lynn, Jamey, James and John himself – all of whom are actors either professionally or part-time. He also had four sisters: Jeanette, Suellen, Janet and Judy (all deceased).
John Dye will be deeply missed by friends, family and fans alike – our thoughts are with them all at this difficult time.
What Happened to Actor John Dye?
Actor John Dye, best known for his role in the CBS drama, “Touched By an Angel,” tragically passed away this week at the age of 47. On Monday, Dye suffered a fatal heart attack in San Francisco and was pronounced dead at the scene. His brother, Jerre Dye, confirmed his death to an online paper in Memphis. Dye’s career included appearances on popular television shows such as “The Young and The Restless” and “Babylon 5.” He will be sorely missed by fans around the world.
Is Andrew from ‘Touched by an Angel’ Still Alive?
No, John Dye, the actor who portrayed Andrew on Touched by an Angel, passed away on January 10th, 2011 from a heart attack in San Francisco. He was 47 years old at the time of his death.
Did John Dye Have a Family?
Yes, John Dye had a family. He was married to Jerre Dye and they had three children together: Lynn, Jamey and James. Collectively, the Dye family shared a close bond, built on their love for each other and their shared values.
The Cancellation of ‘Touched by an Angel’
Touched by an Angel was cancelled after nine seasons and more than 200 episodes due to declining ratings. CBS made the announcement at the Television Critics Association previews in Hollywood on Monday. The series, wich originally aired from 1994-2003, was a family drama about angels sent to Earth on missions from God. While it initially enjoyed high ratings and was beloved by viewers for its uplifting stories and religious themes, viewership began to decline in recent years as audiences began preferring more modern programming. Additionally, many of the show’s original stars had moved on to other projects leaving only Roma Downey playing the lead role of Monica. With the need for fresh storylines and actors, CBS decided that Touched by an Angel had run its course and that it was time to end the series.
Roma Downey’s Spouse
Roma Downey is currently married to television producer Mark Burnett. The couple tied the knot in 2007, after Downey had been married previously to director David Anspaugh from 1995-1998. They have two step-sons, James Burnett and Cameron Burnett, and one daughter from their previous relationship, Reilly Marie Downey Anspaugh (born 3 June 1996).
John Dye’s Net Worth
John Dye had an estimated net worth of $3 million at the time of his death in January 2011. He was an American actor who was born in Amory, Mississippi in 1963. Throughout his career, he appeared in numerous movies and television shows, including Touched by an Angel and The Walking Dead. He is well known for playing the role of Andrew, the angel of death on Touched by an Angel.
Conclusion
John Dye was an actor best known for his role in the CBS drama, “Touched By an Angel,” which aired for nine seasons until 2003. He died this week at the age of 47 from a heart attack in San Francisco. Throughout his career, Dye worked on various projects and was loved by fans all around the world. He will be remembered for his roles in Touched By an Angel, as well as his loving relationships with family members such as his brothers Jerre and Lynn, and nephews Jamey and James. John Dye’s legacy will remain alive though his work and strong relationships with friends and family.
