Wayne Northrop, 'Days of Our Lives' Star, Dies at 77

Wayne Northrop, 'Days of Our Lives' star, passes away at 77.

Known for his roles in soap operas like Days of Our Lives and Dynasty.

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He died at the Motion Picture & TV Country House in Woodland Hills.

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Northrop battled Alzheimer’s for six years before his passing.

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He was surrounded by his family during his last moments.

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Played Detective Roman Brady and Dr. Alex North on Days of Our Lives.

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Appeared on Dynasty as chauffeur Michael Culhane.

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Also featured in Port Charles, L.A. Law and Cold Case.

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Born in Sumner, Washington and studied communications at UW.

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Married Lynn Herring in 1981, ran a cattle ranch and promoted conservation.

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