Mike Heslin, best known for starring in Taylor Sheridan’s Special Ops: Lioness, has passed away aged 30.
Heslin starred as Polo in two episodes of Lioness, Season 1. The show, created by Yellowstone writer Sheridan, also featured Zoe Saldana and Nicole Kidman.
He also appeared in Lifetime’s The Holiday Proposal Plan last year as well as on Younger in 2016.
The heartbreaking news of his death was revealed by his husband, Nicolas James Wilson, who goes by the name of Scotty Dynamo on social media.
Wilson revealed that Heslin died on July 2 after an "unexpected cardiac event" and a "week-long battle in the hospital".
“Michael was young, in perfect health, and the doctors have no explanation for what happened,” he penned alongside pictures of himself and Heslin, including their wedding photographs.
The grieving husband recalled how the late star had “single-handedly carried me through multiple rounds of cancer," and went on to reveal that the pair were planning to start a family.
"Just a week ago, we were in the early stages of starting a family and would regularly share our favorite baby names for our future kids. You always told me that you felt like you were meant to be a dad, and I couldn’t agree more," he said.
"You would be the world’s most perfect father. If I ever become a dad, I am going to name my son after you and hope that I manage to raise him to become at least half the man you are," he added.
Wilson went on to praise Heslin as “the most generous and giving person” and opened up about the fact that he had been an organ donor.
“It brings me peace to know that, through your wish to be a donor, you have given the gift of life to four different families,” he said.
"We are 3 weeks away from your birthday and 4 months shy of our 1 year wedding anniversary, but I know that you are in a better place and that heaven has gained another angel," he said, before signing off: "Michael, in the words of Shania Twain: I’ll love you 'forever and for always.'"
Many people took to the comment section to express condolences to Heslin's loved ones.
"I can’t believe this. It breaks my heart, send my prayers to you, your husband’s family, and your extended family. Your love story was inspiring, enlightening, and honest. All I can do is send you prayers and wish you peace," one user penned.
A second shared: "Omg I’m so sorry to hear this - Mike was truly such a bright light - my heart is broken for you and everyone who got to love him," and a third added: "I cried reading this, knowing much about your shared loved which was clear to anyone that could see... I can’t even imagine how you must be feeling. I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Sending love to all you and both your families!"
Our thoughts are with Heslin's family and friends at this devastating time.
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