The Young And The Restless Alum James Handy Dead After Brutal Attack

Veteran actor James Handy played the role of the Governor on The Young and the Restless (Y&R) from 2009 to 2011. And this week, fans of the CBS actor mourn his passing after an awful end to his life. Read on for more details.

The Death Of A Star

The news that James Handy passed away arrived via ABC7 LA, and other mainstream outlets. The details explained that on Wednesday, June 3, the 81-year-old actor was found unconscious with a stab wound to his chest.

It happened at his home in his yard in Tarzana, Los Angeles. Despite the best efforts of EMTs, he was unfortunately declared deceased on arrival at a hospital.

According to the outlet, the former Governor from The Young and the Restless also acted in other shows and movies like “Jumanji,” “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Arachnophobia.”

A Suspect Was Arrested

Per the report, a suspect was arrested and he was identified as Michael Gledhill, 44, the son of Handy’s girlfriend.

Apparently, he actually brought the incident to the attention of the police. And, the records show that he told the dispatcher:

I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.

The Charges

Y&R and other TV buffs probably feel heartbroken by the fact that the charges preferred included one count of murder, with bail set at $2 million.

No doubt the case, if it goes to trial, will get a large following. And not because of James Handy being seen in Genoa City in the past. He was also popular for his guest role on Ryan’s Hope in the late 1970s.

CBS & Other Fans React

When the outlet shared the news on Instagram, many people expressed their fond memories of the TV star.

One of them wrote, “James Handy was such a talented actor. He’s been in everything. I’m so sad.”

Here are a few more thoughts from the discussion that followed:

• So sad rest in peace to a legend praying for his family and friends so sad.
• “I just killed the man of sin.” What horrible words. What happened in that house? What sin is he referring to?
  😢😢 people are just losing it Man damn.
• What’s happening in this world. Why[?]
• Oh noooo!!!!!

Movie and The Young and the Restless fans will have to wait to find out the answers. But for now, there is a deep sense of shock and sadness.

As time goes by, we’ll be sure to update you. In the meantime, drop your thoughts in the comments below, and remember to come back here often for all your daytime soap cast news and updates.