Noted actor David Gail, known for his roles in “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Port Charles,” a spinoff of “General Hospital,” passed away at the age of 58 on January 16. His sister, Katie Colmenares, announced his death via an Instagram post on January 20. His passing was due to “complications from sudden cardiac arrest,” according to a release shared by a rep for his family.
Gail, a Tampa, Florida native, was born in 1965 and started his acting career in the early 1990s. He was featured in several television shows such as “Growing Pains,” “Doogie Howser, M.D.,” and “Murder, She Wrote.” He rose to prominence for his role as Dr. Joe Scanlon in “Port Charles,” appearing in more than 200 episodes from 1999 to 2000. Gail also played Stuart Carson, Brenda Walsh’s fiancé in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” a character portrayed by Shannen Doherty.
In her Instagram post, Colmenares remembered her brother as her closest confidant and expressed her deep sorrow at his loss.
The circumstances surrounding Gail’s death have not been publicly disclosed.
Gail’s career, extending through multiple decades, included a variety of roles that displayed his versatility as an actor. Along with his prominent roles in “Port Charles” and “Beverly Hills, 90210,” Gail also had a significant role in the WB soap opera “Savannah” and provided his voice to the 2018 adventure game “Blacksad: Under the Skin.”
His last credited role in the video game “Blacksad: Under the Skin” showcased his adaptability and readiness to delve into various aspects of the entertainment industry. Gail’s diverse career spanned television and voice acting, and also included stage performances, demonstrating his breadth as a performer.
Podcast host Pete Ferriero, who had Gail on his “Beverly Hills, 90210” podcast, paid homage to the actor on social media, sharing clips of Gail’s performances on the show and emphasizing his contributions to the hit series.
News of Gail’s demise has elicited responses from fans and colleagues, many of whom have shared their condolences and memories of the versatile actor on different platforms. His more than three-decade-long career made a lasting impact on the television industry, especially in the realm of soap operas.
