'General Hospital' Alums Jack and Kristina Wagner's Son Harrison, Dead At 27
By Rima Pundir on June 8, 2022 at 8:45 AM EDT
Soap opera stars Jack Wagner and his ex-wife Kristina Wagner just lost their son, Harrison, aged just 27.
Harrison was their youngest son, and they are also parents to 31-year-old Peter Wagner. Meanwhile, Jack also has a daughter Kerry from another relationship. Jack and Kristina co-starred in "General Hospital" in the '80s and '90s as hit couple Felicia and Frisco, before getting married in 1993. They divorced in 2006 but remained friends as they co-parented Harrison and Peter.
No Cause Of Death Revealed Yet
According to various media reports, the Los Angeles Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Harrison Wagner was found dead around 5 a.m. on June 6 in a parking lot in the North Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles. For now, no cause of death has been determined, and additional investigations from the LAPD and ME's office are ongoing.
The police were dispatched to the scene over a medical emergency call and do not suspect foul play at the time, although things might change pending further investigation.
There have been no official statements released from Jack or Kristina Wagner, as they struggle with the tragedy and pain of losing their youngest.
In his last IG post, 2 weeks ago, Harrison had written, "Focus. YOU are left with YOU and your thoughts."
Harrison Wagner Had A Drug Problem
Sadly, Harrison Wagner had issues with drugs, and Jack revealed this in 2016, July, when he tweeted about his the ten 21-year-old Harrison, who had gone missing after a relapse.
Wrote the 62-year-old "Melrose Place" star, "I'm going to ask those who want to share their fears, addictions & struggles to do so w me via Twitter. We can face them 2gether, I'll start."
He added in another tweet, "I fear for my youngest son’s safety. Harrison has struggled w drugs & alcohol just as I did when I was younger. He’s relapsed & is MIA 5 days."
A few days later, Jack posted an update that Harrison has reached out, writing, "Harrison's been in touch. He’s 21 & in charge of his life, ty for the lv & prayers, please continue to share your struggles, it helps us all."
Harrisons been in touch, he's 21 & in charge of his life, ty for the lv & prayers, please continue to share your struggles, it helps us all
— Jack Wagner (@JackWagnerhpk) July 11, 2016
Fans empathized with the star, with comments like:
"Thank God you heard from him! Prayers answered! I know the feeling-I have a daughter struggling while I'm raising her 3 kids"
"glad that you have heard from Harrison praying for him and for you and Kristina"
A couple of years back, things seemed to be going great for Harrison as Jack wished him a happy birthday, writing, "Happy birthday Harrison!! So proud of the work your doing for yourself in your life"
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Fans have been sending him their commiserations and condolences on Instagram with comments like:
" So very sorry for the loss of your Son, Sending love, comfort, and prayers to the family"
"So deeply sorry for your loss. Heartbroken for your family 😢"
"Such a beautiful photo. May love be what you remember most. I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your handsome son, Harrison. There is no loss like child loss. Sending prayers for peace and comfort."
Harrison Wagner Was Close To Mum, Kristina
Kristina Wagner's last post on Instagram was another loving photo of her with her sons, Harrison and PEter as she wrote, "A bittersweet farewell to the place we called Wagner Ranch for 25 years. The prickly beauty of the high desert and a landscape surrounded by national forests always reminded us that there is peace when you are willing to look for it. Oh Ranch, it’s time to part. We’ll miss you so much with our heartwarming memories. We know that there are many opportunities for joy ahead."
At the time, unaware of the tragedy yet to come, fans wrote, "Such a great photo of the 3 of you! This summer really is a time for a change."
"Sending hugs, prayers, and my deepest sympathies in the loss of your beautiful son. I cannot even imagine what you are going through, but please know you are in our thoughts, our hearts, and prayers always."
RIP Harrison, as fans pray for peace and healing for the General Hospital super couple, Felicia and Frisco, as in Jack and Kristina Wagner.