Pickett’s big break in acting came in 1991, when he played Dr. Chip Lakin on “Days of Our Lives.” In 1997, he took his best-known role on “Port Charles,” playing Frank Scanlon, Jr. for the show’s entire run until 2003. Pickett later had two roles on “General Hospital,” subbing as Lorenzo Alcazar in 2006 and landing a regular role as Detective David Harper in 2007. Pickett’s other TV appearances included “China Beach,” “Dexter,” and “Desperate Housewives.” He also had roles in movies including “Bundy: An American Icon” (2008) and “A Soldier’s Revenge” (2020).
We lost a great friend and collaborator this week. Actor and filmmaker Jay Pickett passed away while making Treasure Valley with us. He was doing what he loved: acting, riding horses, and making movies. He lives on in our memories and the movies. #JayPickettpic.twitter.com/t2VvxBnW8B
Actor and producer Jay Pickett has passed away. at age 60 My heart aches for his death Although I do not know him and did not see any work of him, but when I read the news of his death, my heart hurt💔💔😔😔😔 I offer my condolences to his family pic.twitter.com/GMncWDw9FF
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