Robert Kelker-Kelly, Soap Opera Star, Dies at 62
Robert Kelker-Kelly, an actor recognized for his work on "Another World," "Days of Our Lives," and "General Hospital," has died at age 62. He passed away on Oct. 3 in St. Peters, Missouri.
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Actor Robert Kelker-Kelly, known for his roles in popular daytime dramas, died Oct. 3 in St. Peters, Missouri. He was 62.
Police responded to a report of an unconscious man not breathing. Kelker-Kelly had reportedly experienced chest pain before becoming unresponsive. The cause of death has not been released.
Born in Wichita, Kansas, in 1964, Kelker-Kelly began his acting career in 1987 on "Another World," playing Sam Fowler. He returned to the show in 1996 as Dr. Shane Roberts, appearing in more than 400 episodes across his two stints.
Kelker-Kelly also portrayed Bo Brady on "Days of Our Lives" from 1992 to 1995. He later joined "General Hospital," appearing as Stavros Cassadine from 1997 to 2003 and briefly from 2013 to 2014. This role marked his final acting appearance, according to IMDB.
Beyond acting, Kelker-Kelly held certifications as an airframe and powerplant mechanic. He also worked as an acting teacher and a professional pilot.
He married Miriam Parrish in 1997. He was previously married to Linda Rattner until 1992. Kelker-Kelly moved away from Los Angeles after his marriage to Parrish and retired from acting.
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