Heartland actor Robert Cormier dies at 33
Canadian actor Robert Cormier, who was part of the cast of the CBC television show Heartland in the past two seasons, has died.
According to an obituary, Cormier died on September 23, at the age of 33.
He is survived by his parents, three sisters and a grandmother.
« Robert was an athlete, an actor and a big brother, » read his obituary. « He had a passion for helping others and was always looking to do more. »
According to an article published by The Hollywood Reporter, Cormier’s sister, Stephanie, said he died at a hospital in Etobicoke, Ontario, from injuries sustained in a fall.
« In the name of Heartland cast and crew, our thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time, » said a tweet posted on the show’s Twitter account.
We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Robert Cormier. He was a beloved cast member of Heartland for the past two seasons. On behalf of the cast and crew of Heartland, our hearts go out to him and his family during this difficult time.
In addition to playing Finn Cotter on the long-running CBC show, Cormier has had roles in Designated Survivor, American Gods and slasheramong others.
Cormier’s funeral will be held Sunday in Etobicoke.
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