Beverly Hills 90210 star dies at age 58
Beverly Hills 90210 star David Gail has passed away at the age of 58.
The news was confirmed by his sister Katie Colmenares, with tributes quickly pouring in for the actor.
Gail was best known for playing the fiancé of Shannen Doherty’s Brenda Walsh on the series, with his character becoming a fan favourite.
Peter Ferriero, who hosts the Beverly Hills 90210 rewatch podcast, paid tribute to the actor with a series of clips from when Gail joined him for an episode of the podcast.
“In memory of David Gail. Here are a few stories he shared when he joined the podcast,” Ferriero said on Saturday.
“David was a kind human. Someone I wish I spoke to more.”
“He was full of life and incredible stories. I am grateful I got to know. I am so saddened by your loss, and the world’s loss. He was a gift to us all.”
Also paying tribute to the dead star was Gail’s sister Katie Colmenares who shared a heartfelt post on Instagram.
“There’s barely been even a day in my life when you were not with me, by my side, always my wingman, always my best friend, ready to face anything and anyone with me,” she wrote.
“The bears will never be the same but I will hold you so tight every day in my heart you gorgeous loving amazing fierce human being.”
Along with Beverly Hills 90210, the actor played Dr Joe Scanlon in the series Port Charles between 1999 and 2000.
Other credits of Gail’s include 2008’s Belly of the Beast, ER, and Robin’s Hoods.
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