The actor was best known for playing Dr. Joe Scanlon on more than 200 episodes of Port Charles from 1999 to 2000 and he also played Stuart Carson, the fiance of Shannen Doherty's character, Brenda Walsh, on 'Beverly Hills, 90210'.
- January 22, 2024
AceShowbiz - David Gail, best known for his work on "Beverly Hills, 90210", has sadly passed away. The actor died at the age of 58 and his death was confirmed by his sister, Katie Colmenares.
Katie announced the sad news via Instagram on Saturday, January 20. Sharing a picture of the two embracing on the front porch, she penned, "There's barely been even a day in my life when you were not with me by my side always my wingman always my best friend ready to face anything and anyone w me the bears will never be the same."
"But I will hold you so tight every day in my heart you gorgeous loving amazing fierce human being," she added. "Missing you every second of every day forever there will never be another."
Fans have since sent their condolences. "Beautiful words about David. Sorry for your loss. You had a great brother," one person wrote. "He was always full of fun, laughs & love. Will cherish my friendship with him. Sending Love to your family!" another added.
David was best known for playing Dr. Joe Scanlon on more than 200 episodes of Port Charles from 1999 to 2000. He also played Stuart Carson, the fiance of Shannen Doherty's character, Brenda Walsh, on "Beverly Hills, 90210".
On the show, Stuart and Brenda had a whirlwind engagement and were about to have a quickie wedding during their trip to Las Vegas. Brenda ended up calling off the wedding at the last second.
David's other biggest role was on the show "Savannah", where he starred as Dean Collins throughout the course of the short-lived primetime drama. His film and TV credits also include "Robin's Hoods", "ER", "JAG" and "Bending All the Rules" among others.
