John Dye, best known as the angel of death Andrew on "Touched By an Angel," has died. He was 47.
Born in Mississippi, Dye majored in theater at the University of Memphis. He made his film debut in 1984's "Making the Grade," which filmed in the Memphis area, before moving to Los Angeles.
The actor died Monday from a heart attack in San Francisco, his brother, Jerre Dye, told The (Memphis) Commercial Appeal.
In 1995, he landed the role of Andrew on CBS's "Touched By an Angel." Originally a recurring role, Dye was promoted to regular by the third season. He remained on the series until its end in 2003.
i loved the man who died...John Dye...your charectar...Andrew aka Angel Boy...Rest In Peace you have inpired me so much, you still do....you changed my life and you didnt even know how much....to you John I salute you...May you be with all the Angels Now xoxoxo
kiwigal63 7 months ago 8
now you are with real angels. you will be missed
michelle35711 1 month ago 3