Chris Gauthier, a beloved character actor known for his roles in “Eureka” and “Once Upon a Time,” passed away unexpectedly after a short illness. His representatives confirmed the news, stating, “He had gone to heaven.” Gauthier, who was born on January 27, 1976, in Luton, Bedfordshire, England, held Canadian citizenship and lived in Vancouver.
Gauthier’s big break came with his role as Vincent in “Eureka,” which aired from 2006 to 2012. He also portrayed Malcolm Ross in “Harper’s Island” and William Smee in “Once Upon a Time.” His IMDB page lists over 100 film credits, including roles in “Freddy vs. Jason,” “The Butterfly Effect 2,” “Watchmen,” and the Hallmark movie “The Christmas House.”
Tributes poured in from fans and co-stars. Colin O’Donoghue, who played Hook in “Once Upon a Time,” wrote, “Rest in peace, Chris! Heartbroken! Erin and the boys are in my thoughts and love!” Adam Horowitz, co-creator of “Once Upon a Time,” tweeted, “So sad to hear of Chris Gauthier’s death. Such a nice, sweet, and smart person. I will miss you.”
Gauthier is survived by his wife Erin and their two sons, Ben and Sebastian. His family has requested privacy during this time.
