St. Peters, Mo. – Long‑time daytime television star Robert Kelker‑Kelly, 62, died on Oct. 3 after experiencing chest and left‑arm pain while driving home from the Spirit of St. Louis Airport. His wife, Allison Kelly, reported that he asked to be pulled over so he could vomit, declined hospital care, and later asked for an aspirin before becoming unresponsive.
Medical examiner confirms natural death
The St. Charles County medical examiner’s office determined the cause of death was arteriosclerotic heart disease, ruling the passing natural. Police found no suspicious circumstances at the scene.
Career highlights
Born April 18, 1964, in Wichita, Kansas, Kelker‑Kelly began his soap‑opera career as Sam Fowler on “Another World” in 1987. He joined “Days of Our Lives” in 1992, taking over the role of Bo Brady from Peter Reckell and remaining on the series until 1995, earning a 1994 Soap Opera Digest Award for outstanding lead actor. He later appeared on “General Hospital” as villain Stavros Cassadine from 2001‑2003 and again in 2013‑2014.
Family and community response
Allison Kelly told investigators that her husband had no known medical conditions and was not taking prescription medication. Neighbors and fans expressed condolences on social media, remembering Kelker‑Kelly for his memorable performances and his work as a professional pilot.
Paramedics arrived shortly after 8 p.m. and attempted lifesaving measures, but Kelker‑Kelly was pronounced dead at 9:09 p.m.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
