Gina Heslop
Chris Gauthier, a talented and well-loved actor, passed away suddenly at the age of 48.
His death was confirmed by his representatives on social media, who stated that he had “gone to heaven” after a short illness. The news of his passing shocked many, and tributes poured in from fans, co-stars, and friends.
Gauthier was best known for his roles in TV shows like Eureka, Once Upon a Time, and Harper’s Island. He had a long and successful career, appearing in over 100 movies and TV shows.
Gauthier was born on January 27, 1976, in Luton, Bedfordshire, England, but he grew up in Canada and became a Canadian citizen. He started acting in 1999, and his career took off when he landed the role of Vincent on the science fiction series Eureka, which ran from 2006 to 2012.
He also played memorable roles in other popular shows, such as Malcolm Ross in Harper’s Island and William Smee in Once Upon a Time. His fans loved him for his unique ability to play quirky, offbeat characters in both television and film.
One of his most iconic roles was in the superhero movie Watchmen, where he played Seymour, a newspaper assistant. He also appeared in movies like The Butterfly Effect 2, Freddy vs. Jason, and Riding the Bullet. He was equally skilled in science fiction and horror genres, which made him a favorite among fans of those types of movies and TV shows.
In the later part of his career, Gauthier continued to work steadily. He played Phil in Netflix’s limited series A Series of Unfortunate Events and appeared in the Hallmark Christmas movie The Christmas House. His final roles included a recurring part as Randy Pope in the Paramount+ series Joe Pickett and upcoming appearances in the sci-fi show The Triple Eight and the horror movie Chimera’s Ghost.
Gauthier’s sudden death left a void in the hearts of those who knew and worked with him. His Once Upon a Time co-star, Colin O’Donoghue, expressed his sorrow on Instagram, calling Gauthier “the real captain” and sending his love to Chris’s wife, Erin, and their two sons. Fellow co-stars and friends also shared their grief, remembering Gauthier as a kind, sweet, and talented actor who left a lasting impact on those around him.
Chris Gauthier is survived by his wife Erin and their two sons, Ben and Sebastian. Though the family preferred to keep their personal lives private, Gauthier occasionally shared moments from their lives on social media, including family celebrations and outings.
His passing marks a great loss to the entertainment industry, and he will be remembered for his contributions to film and television as well as for his warmth and sense of humor.
