Once Upon a Time alumnus Chris Gauthier has died at the age of 48
Chris Gauthier
Andrew Chin/Getty ImagesThere was once alum Chris Gauthier died on Friday February 23. He was 48.
“We can confirm that our dear friend and client, Chris Gauthier, passed away on Friday morning, February 23 at the age of 48,” TriStar Appearances/Event Horizon Talent said. TVLine in a statement. “As a beloved character actor, Chris shared his talents with so many of us, both on television and in film.”
The statement concludes: “His loss is felt not only by his fans, but also by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him personally. On behalf of his family, we ask for privacy during this time so that they can properly grieve.”
Gauthier is survived by his wife, Erin, and their two sons, Ben and Sebastian. A cause of death has not been publicly shared.
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As an actor, Gauthier appeared in episodes of Supernatural, Eureka, Smallville, a series of unfortunate events And Joe Pickett. He also has several film credits including 40 Days and 40 Nights, Officer Cody Banks And Freddy vs. Jason. Additionally, the late actor had roles in many popular Hallmark Channel franchises, including The Christmas House, When the heart is called upon And Signed, sealed, delivered. Gauthier was perhaps best known for his role of Smee (Captain Hook’s right-hand man) on ABC’s There was once.
“So sad to hear of Chris Gauthier’s passing,” Adam Horowitzone of the OUAT showrunners, wrote via X on Sunday, February 25. “Such a kind, sweet and talented person. You will be missed.”
Chris Gauthier
Thanks to Chris Gauthier/InstagramHorowitz, 57, and Edward Kitsis co-created OUAT about fairytale characters living in the modern world. The show ran for seven series between 2011 and 2018. Peter Pan villain Captain Hook got the show treatment, brought to life by actor Colin O’Donoghue. In many of Hook’s seafaring storylines he was accompanied by first mate Smee.
O’Donoghue, 43, also mourned Gauthier’s death.
“Rest in peace Chris! Heartbroken,” the Irish actor wrote via Instagram on Sunday, with a throwback photo from the set. “My love and thoughts go out to Erin and the boys! You will be missed brother! You were the real captain!!”
Fantasy land! Once Upon a Time combined fairytales with reality for seven seasons – and fans are still hooked on the series. The ABC drama premiered in October 2011 and showed viewers two worlds: Storybrooke (located in Maine) and the fairytale kingdom. After arriving at Storybooke with her son, Henry (Jared Gilmore), Emma […]
Other OUAT costars commented with their own condolences on O’Donoughue’s post, including Keegan Connor Tracy, Lana Parilla, Karen David And Josh Dallas.
“Rest in peace, Chris. Love and light to his family,” Dallas, who played Prince Charming/David Nolan, wrote via an Instagram comment.
Gauthier had long harped on his tenure on the fairy tale-inspired series.
“[On] There was once, we did a lot of green screen work,” he said in March 2021 YouTube interview. “I think that was a bit of a journey for me, but I came from theatre, so working with an imaginary background wasn’t something I was afraid of.”