Fans pay tribute to David Gail as '90210' star dies aged 58

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By Kim Novak

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David Gail, best known for starring in Beverly Hills, 90210 as well as a series of other TV shows, has died at the age of 58.

Gail played Stuart Carson in the hit show, who was the fiancé of Shannen Doherty's character Brenda Walsh, and also appeared on the General Hospital spin-off Port Charles where he played Dr Joe Scanlon.

His sister, Katie Colmenares, shared the news of his death, posting a photo of them hugging on Instagram as she told her followers: "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 w me.

"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 missing you every second of every day forever there will never be another."

Currently, there is no further information on Gail's cause of death.

The post was soon flooded with comments from fans mourning the actor, as Pete Ferriero, host and producer of the Beverly Hills 90210 Show podcast, commented: "David was a kind human. Someone I wish I spoke to more. He was filled of life and incredible stories.

"I am grateful I got to know. I am so saddened for your loss, and the world’s loss. He was a gift to us all."

Others added: "We loved David so much. He was one of the good guys in life [...] So sending love to you and your family and am heartbroken he was the most loyal, supportive friend. I miss him already."

Another wrote: "Beautiful words about David. Sorry for your loss. You had a great brother. He was always full of fun, laughs & love. Will cherish my friendship with him. Sending Love to your family!"

One former co-star added: "Wow @colmenareskatie sorry to hear this news about David. He & I starred together on the tv series Robins Hoods for 24 episodes. He played my boyfriend for the last half of the season. Him & his best friend & me & my brother all lived at the same hotel when we had to relocate to Vancouver till we got our own places. Seems like yesterday we were very happy & working doing what we love. I’m shocked to hear of his passing, he & I are the same age. Sending you & your family & his friends hugs!"

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David Gail has died aged 58. Credit: Tommaso Boddi/WireImage/Getty Images

Others commented: "So sad tragic news loved him as Stuart", and: "Omg, i don't know u, but I remember him from 90210. I love what u wrote about him, Im so sorry. I really am."

Gail was born in Tampa, Florida, in 1965, and his IMDb page states that his earlier credits include appearances of Doogie Howser, M.D., Growing Pains, and Murder, She Wrote.

He also starred alongside Bradley Cooper and Colleen Porch in the 2002 rom-com Bending All The Rules, as well as appearing in the 2004 film Perfect Opposites.

His final credit is listed as a voice actor in 2019's adventure game Blacksad: Under the Skin, in which he voiced the character Sam.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans at this heartbreaking time.

Featured image credit: Charley Gallay/WireImage/Getty Images

Fans pay tribute to David Gail as '90210' star dies aged 58

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By Kim Novak

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David Gail, best known for starring in Beverly Hills, 90210 as well as a series of other TV shows, has died at the age of 58.

Gail played Stuart Carson in the hit show, who was the fiancé of Shannen Doherty's character Brenda Walsh, and also appeared on the General Hospital spin-off Port Charles where he played Dr Joe Scanlon.

His sister, Katie Colmenares, shared the news of his death, posting a photo of them hugging on Instagram as she told her followers: "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 w me.

"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 missing you every second of every day forever there will never be another."

Currently, there is no further information on Gail's cause of death.

The post was soon flooded with comments from fans mourning the actor, as Pete Ferriero, host and producer of the Beverly Hills 90210 Show podcast, commented: "David was a kind human. Someone I wish I spoke to more. He was filled of life and incredible stories.

"I am grateful I got to know. I am so saddened for your loss, and the world’s loss. He was a gift to us all."

Others added: "We loved David so much. He was one of the good guys in life [...] So sending love to you and your family and am heartbroken he was the most loyal, supportive friend. I miss him already."

Another wrote: "Beautiful words about David. Sorry for your loss. You had a great brother. He was always full of fun, laughs & love. Will cherish my friendship with him. Sending Love to your family!"

One former co-star added: "Wow @colmenareskatie sorry to hear this news about David. He & I starred together on the tv series Robins Hoods for 24 episodes. He played my boyfriend for the last half of the season. Him & his best friend & me & my brother all lived at the same hotel when we had to relocate to Vancouver till we got our own places. Seems like yesterday we were very happy & working doing what we love. I’m shocked to hear of his passing, he & I are the same age. Sending you & your family & his friends hugs!"

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David Gail has died aged 58. Credit: Tommaso Boddi/WireImage/Getty Images

Others commented: "So sad tragic news loved him as Stuart", and: "Omg, i don't know u, but I remember him from 90210. I love what u wrote about him, Im so sorry. I really am."

Gail was born in Tampa, Florida, in 1965, and his IMDb page states that his earlier credits include appearances of Doogie Howser, M.D., Growing Pains, and Murder, She Wrote.

He also starred alongside Bradley Cooper and Colleen Porch in the 2002 rom-com Bending All The Rules, as well as appearing in the 2004 film Perfect Opposites.

His final credit is listed as a voice actor in 2019's adventure game Blacksad: Under the Skin, in which he voiced the character Sam.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans at this heartbreaking time.

Featured image credit: Charley Gallay/WireImage/Getty Images