Sign up for our daily Hollywood newsletter and never miss a story. David James Now, 39 years later, he is one of the stars on CBS's "Young and . The . Additionally, he had a recurring role, playing Holly Robinson's boyfriend on the ABC-TV sitcom series "Hanging with Mr. Cooper". [7], In 2005, St. John became a special host for TV Guide Channel. Kristoff made his television debut at age 8 in the sit-com series "That's My Mama". For those of us who were fortunate enough to work with him on The Young and the Restless for the last 27 years, he was a beloved friend whose smile and infectious laugh made every day on set a joy and made audiences love him. In 2008, Kristoff produced a $2 million dollar Independent feature film "A Bridge To Nowhere", directed by Blair Underwood. July 15 Actor #17. Details below According to TMZ, the popular soap star, who has portrayed Neil Winters on the Young & The Restless since 1991, was found unresponsive by friends yesterday (2/4). Nicki Minaj sued blogger Ma, In case you missed it, my Grammy review is up on Y, I said it privately but I just had to grace yal, My trolls are my biggest fans. On behalf of the Y&R cast and crew, CBS, and Sony Pictures Television, we offer our heartfelt sympathy to his family and loved ones, especially his daughters, Paris and Lola., St. John took a leave of absence from the show in 2017 to deal with his mental health. His. St. John took a leave of absence from the show in 2017 to deal with his mental health . Kristoff has written, produced, directed, and hosted two installments of a 'behind the scenes' video series entitled, "Backstage Pass to the 25th and 26th Annual Daytime Emmy's". : (August 2018-February 2019). [15], St. John was a vegan and animal rights advocate; he appeared in two PETA ad campaigns. Company Credits Kristoff was voted one of the 40 most fascinating faces by 'People' Magazine in 1998. Often hosted weekend viewing parties at his house. Additionally, Kristoff was voted one of the 'top ten soap studs' of all time by E-On Line in 1999. "St. John, Kristoff 1966." The news of Kristoff St. Johns passing is heartbreaking, CBS Television Network and Sony Pictures Television said in a statement. "Young and the Restless" star Kristoff St. John has died at age 52. Julian died by suicide on November 23, 2014, following a long history of mental illness. God bless those you loved who were left behind. Shutterstock. He has been nominated for the Image award sixteen times | Kristoff was voted one of the 40 most fascinating faces by 'People' Magazine in 1998. (PHOTOS + VIDEOS), Veteran Atlanta News Anchor Amanda Davis Dies After Massive Stroke, Drama Unfolds as Shakir Stewart's Family Accepts Posthumous GA Hall of Fame Award, EXCLUSIVE!! Rest well. Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable Kristoff Guest Starred on "Everybody Hates Chris" in 2008, playing himself! He was 52. Prior to his success on The Young and the Restless, St. John was a cast member of the short-lived Generations, the first soap opera to center on an African-American family. Kristoff has appeared on "The Tonight Show", with Jay Leno, and over three dozen other talk shows! To A Beloved Actor We will Miss you Rest In Peace, January 24, 2020 | Rochelle, GA | Acquaintance. He won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his work on The Young and the Restless in 1992. [14] On August 31, 2018, he was engaged to Russian model Kseniya Olegovna Mikhaleva. About five or ten years. He also guest starred in Bow Wow's WB pilot project, "Saving Jason". Was engaged to Russian Model Kesniya Mikhaleva. etc. Guide Network in 2007. An American actor best known for playing Neil Winters on long-running soap opera The Young and the Restless (1991-2019), St John won two Daytime Emmys and received nine nominations for the role. Madonna called the director a trailblazer for women in Hollywood.. Kristoff presented at the "World Magic Awards" in 2009. After the show's cancellation in 1991, he originated the role of Neil Winters on The Young and the Restless, and played the character for 28 years;[6] no African American actor had appeared on the series more frequently than St. John. Additionally, he had a recurring role, playing Holly Robinson's boyfriend on the ABC-TV sitcom series "Hanging with Mr. Cooper". Kristoff made his television debut at age 8 in the sit-com series "That's My Mama". Was a childhood friend of Soleil Moon Frye and her brother Meeno Peluce. Kristoff presented at the "World Magic Awards" in 2009. | Kristoff's feature film credits include starring roles in "The Champ", "Top of the Heap", "A Man Called God", and "Trois 2, Pandoras Box", His earlier credits included appearances in Happy Days (1976), Roots: The Next Generations (1979) and The Cosby Show (1984). Guide Network in 2007.Kristoff is also the brainchild of a Hollywood based DVD/board game, 'Becoming a Celebrity' that hit toy store shelves in 2005.In 2008, Kristoff produced a $2 million dollar Independent feature film "A Bridge To Nowhere", directed by Blair Underwood.Kristoff was voted as one of TV Guides top 25 Sexiest Soap males in 2008.Kristoff Guest Starred on "Everybody Hates Chris" in 2008, playing himself!Summer of 2008, Kristoff hosted TV Guides "Soaps Top 25 Sexiest Ladies"Kristoff won his second Emmy for playing the popular character of Neil Winters on "The Young and The Restless" in 2008.In 2009, Kristoff Guested on the wildly popular "L.A. USA Today reports that police responded to an incident Sunday in the San Fernando Valley area St. John was pronounced dead. [1], As a ten-year-old child, St. John had a featuring role on the Saturday-morning comedy Big John, Little John, broadcast on NBC in 1976. 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So if you're not going to college, then what are you going to do? His performance on the popular soap opera earned him two Daytime Emmy Awards and ten NAACP Image Awards. He was 52. Kristoff also starred in the Spelling Series, "The San Pedro Beach Bums".As a child and young adult, Kristoff worked with legendary entertainers such as Richard Pryor, Tony Orlando, Diahann Carroll, Jack Warden, James Earl Jones, Bill Cosby, Flip Wilson, Smokey Robinson, Irene Cara, Gladys Knight, Farrah Fawcett, Jon Voight, and had the distinction of playing the title role of Young Alex Haley in "Roots 2", for which he won a 'Youth in Film' award.Kristoff has starred in many television dramatic features and mini series, (list available upon request) as well as over two dozen television guest star roles including "Suddenly Susan", "Arliss", "The Jamie Foxx Show", "Get Real", "Pensacola", "Martin", "Living Single", "For Your Love", "The Cosby Show", "Diagnosis Murder", etc. His son, Julian St. John, died by suicide in 2014. In 1992, he won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his role. BMF CEO Tammy Cowins Speaks on Movie Deal & 50 Cent Involvement [INTERVIEW], Nene Leakes Calls for Fans to Boycott: Turn Off Your TVs! | #BoycottBravo Petition Gains Steam #RHOA, LISTEN UP! Frankly Dr Huxtable, I don't believe in grades. Vanity Fair may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. He hasn't found himself yet. Get email updates about Kristoff St. John delivered directly to your inbox. He was 52. I like DeSantis and I get why so many conservatives want him to run, says one conservative youth leader. Kristoff starred in the Wayans pilot project "Growing Up Wayans" in the summer of 2010, playing Kim Wayan's husband and father to their 6 kids. We invite you to share condolences for Kristoff St. John in our Guest Book. Two of Kristoff's Emmy nominations came from starring in the short-lived, NBC-TV daytime drama, "Generations". Debbie Reynolds during her high-school years, in the late 1940s. David James Touched by the gift of your talent. Thinking of you today. : Kristoff made his television debut at age 8 in the sit-com series "That's My Mama". Now, 39 years later, he is one of the stars on CBS's "Young and The Restless", the number one rated drama for the past 25 years on daytime television, playing the popular character of Neil Winters. A cause of death has not . Birthday: Jul 15, 1966 Birthplace: New York, New York, USA Actor Kristoff St. John began acting as a child before becoming a mainstay on the daytime soap opera "The Young & the Restless" (CBS,. Kristoff St. John David James Jossie DeGuzman Mrs. Ramos (as Jossie de Guzman) Director Jay Sandrich Writers Ed. Now, 39 years later, he is one of the stars on CBS's "Young and The Restless", the number one rated drama for the past 25 years on daytime television, playing the popular character of Neil Winters. By the time he completed the second episode, he was signed to a contract by the show and he has played the character of Neil Winters ever since. April 06, 2020 | Colorado Springs, CO | Friend. Kristoff has starred in many television dramatic features and mini series, (list available upon request) as well as over two dozen television guest star roles including "Suddenly Susan", "Arliss", "The Jamie Foxx Show", "Get Real", "Pensacola", "Martin", "Living Single", "For Your Love", "The Cosby Show", "Diagnosis Murder", etc. : Kristoff is no stranger to the CBS network, having starred in the series "Charlie and Company", with Flip Wilson, Gladys Knight, and Della Reese. Situated in the heart of London's West End, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly is the home of BAFTA worldwide, as well as an award-winning venue for hire that offers outstanding hospitality and a suite of flexible event spaces, which can be crafted to suit any occasion. INK" show on TLC, adding to his tattoo collection!Kristoff presented at the "World Magic Awards" in 2009.Kristoff starred in the Wayans pilot project "Growing Up Wayans" in the summer of 2010, playing Kim Wayan's husband and father to their 6 kids.Kristoff was a recurring guest star on the sit-com "Family Time" airing on the Bounce Network.Kristoff guest-starred in September 2013 on "Love That Girl" on TV One, working with Phil Morris, alumni from Y and R.Kristoff guest-starred on Byron Allens, "The First Family", August, 2013.Kristoff worked on a feature film project 34 years in the making: "A Man Called God", a unique 'cult' documentary about Kristoff's travels to Southern India to study with a world renowned holy man that 50 million disciples call God.Kristoff has three children, his son, Julian, and daughters, Paris and Lola. | Detectives have been called in to investigate the actor's death, which . Contemporary Black Biography, edited by David G. Oblender, vol. He was married to his second wife, Allana Nadal, from 2001 until 2007. Kristoff St. John first appeared as David James on an episode of "The Cosby Show." Four years later in 1988, he returned to its universe as E.Z. Now, 39 years later, he is one of the stars on CBS's "Young and The Restless", the number one rated drama for the past 25 years on daytime television, playing the popular character of Neil Winters. His inner circle of friends included: Shemar Moore, Darius McCrary, Maverick Hill, Bryton James, Daniel Goddard, and Eddie Singleton. Kristoff made his television debut at age 8 in the sit-com series "That's My Mama". Kristoff has also written, produced and directed a children's workout/exercise DVD starring his two children, Julian and Paris. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. Kristoff St. John, the star of long . Ripples on the water of a beautiful life never forgotten. 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