Actor Wayne Northrop, who portrayed Roman Brady on Days of Our Lives and Michael Culhane on Dynasty, passed away at the age of 77. Northrop passed away in his Los Angeles residence on Friday, November 29, according to a statement from his wife, Lynn, that PEOPLE was able to get. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease by the doctors.
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Six years ago, Wayne received a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Lynn Herring Northrop’s statement states, “He passed away in the embrace of his loved ones.” “We want to express our gratitude to The Motion Picture and Television Home, the most wonderful and compassionate facility, for providing him with such excellent care.” Lynn went on to say, “Wayne’s wit and sense of humor touched so many people.” “A rancher who loved his cows and was a friend to many, a husband of forty-three years, and the best father in the world to his two boys, Hank and Grady.” On May 9, 1981, Northrop wed actress Lynn Herring. Hank Wayne and Grady Lee, their two kids, were born in 1991 and 1993, respectively.
