Colleagues and friends remember Billy Miller as more details of his passing emerge.
Billy Miller passed away suddenly on September 15, 2023, at the age of 43, just shy of what would have been his 44th birthday on September 17, taking the soap opera world by surprise. As family and friends mourn his loss, more details on the cause of death have become available and a press release was issued by his representative.
Billy Miller: The Official Statement
Miller’s manager, Marnie Sparer, issued an official statement, “Emmy Award-Winning actor Billy Miller died on September 15, 2023 in Austin, Texas. The actor was struggling with manic depression when he died. He was 43.”
Many friends and co-stars took to social media to share their memories of the talented thespian whom they called a friend. Soap Hub is sharing some of those tributes.
I am devastated to hear news of the incredibly talented Billy Miller’s passing. On behalf of the entire @GeneralHospital family, our hearts go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.
— Frank Valentini (@valentinifrank) September 17, 2023
Billy Miller was a talented man with a heart of gold and always lit up the scene with amazing performances. He will be sorely missed. Our deepest sympathies to his family and all who loved him. ❤️🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/bNUwvaWMt2
— Young & The Restless (@YRInsider) September 17, 2023
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Matt Cohen (ex-Griffin) had a couple of posts for his GH co-star.
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Heartbroken about #BillyMiller. My heart goes out to him, and everyone who loves him- he is loved by so many.
❤️ Warm, kind, incredibly talented.. a big hug to the daytime family. Rest in peace & happy heavenly birthday Billy. pic.twitter.com/QYLcnnThqOAdvertisementAdvertisement— Risa Dorken (@RisaDorken) September 17, 2023
An All My Children social media account took a moment to remember the actor who brought the character of Richie Novak to life.
Rest in Peace Billy Miller. Miller, a multi-soap veteran played the role of Richie Novak from August 2007-September 2008. Throughout his daytime soap career, he picked up 3 Emmy Awards for his work on the CBS soap, “The Young and the Restless” pic.twitter.com/3RlbUy78Rp
— All My Children (@_AllMyChildren) September 17, 2023
When Miller left Y&R in 2013, cast and crew chose to give him a two-part video send-off which is even more poignant now. Special thanks to the Y&R fan, Lene (@I3neee91), for posting this.
The goodbye video the cast and crew of #YR made Billy Miller in 2013. (Part 1) pic.twitter.com/8u3FyVCW20
— Lene (@l3neee91) September 17, 2023
The gifted actor is survived by his mother, Patricia, sister Megan, brother-in-law Ronnie, nephew, Grayson, and niece, Charley. He leaves behind a wonderful catalog of work, many great friends, and colleagues, who will forever miss his warm personality, generous spirit, and kindness.
Donations in Miller’s memory can be made to the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Soap Hub sends its sincere condolences to Miller’s family, friends, co-stars, and fans everywhere. He will be missed.