Billy Miller, a renowned actor known for his roles in popular soap operas such as “General Hospital” and “The Young and the Restless,” was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the age of 43.
Miller’s passing, which occurred at his home in Austin, Texas, has been officially ruled a suicide, according to the autopsy report.
Born on September 17, 1979, Miller was days away from his 44th birthday when he was discovered on September 15, 2023. The actor had struggled with bipolar disorder and manic depression, a battle that was long and challenging, according to his family and close associates.
Miller’s journey in the television industry is distinguished by his considerable accomplishments. He first gained attention in 2007 with his appearance as Richie Novak in “All My Children.” His major career milestone occurred the following year with his role as Billy Abbott in “The Young and the Restless.” His performance in this CBS series between 2008 and 2014 brought him critical acclaim, winning him three Daytime Emmy Awards, including one each for Outstanding Supporting Actor and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
He also played significant roles in “General Hospital” as Drew Cain and Jason Morgan, where he remained a series regular until 2019. His talents extended beyond soap operas, with appearances in the legal drama series “Suits,” where he played Marcus Specter, and roles in “Ray Donovan” and the Oscar-nominated film “American Sniper.”
The details of Miller’s death were disclosed in an autopsy report obtained by Radar Online. First responders found Miller in his bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. The report also mentioned the presence of multiple letters indicating suicidal intent, a revolver chambered for .410 shotgun shells in his right hand, and substances including cocaine, diphenhydramine, amphetamine, and a blood alcohol level of 0.08 in his system.
Patricia Miller, Billy Miller’s mother, shared her son’s challenging journey with mental health. She stated that Miller did everything within his power to manage his illness, expressing the family’s profound grief over their loss. She acknowledged the immense love and support from Miller’s fans but also indicated the family’s need for privacy during this difficult time.
