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‘Days of Our Lives’ Star Robert Kelker-Kelly’s Cause of Death Revealed: Reports

The medical examiner ruled the actor’s death natural after he became unresponsive following chest pain, and paramedics were unable to revive him.

  • On Thursday, the St. Charles County Office of the Regional Medical Examiner confirmed that actor Robert Kelker-Kelly died of arteriosclerotic heart disease at age 62, ruling his death natural.
  • Kelker-Kelly died at his home in St. Peters, Missouri, on Saturday, Oct. 3, after complaining of chest and arm pain; St. Peters Police Department officers were unable to revive him despite lifesaving efforts.
  • The actor gained fame portraying Bo Brady on "Days of Our Lives" for nearly 600 episodes, and also appeared on "General Hospital" and "Another World" before becoming a professional pilot.
  • Earlier this year, former costar Lisa Rinna detailed a contentious relationship with Kelker-Kelly in her memoir, alleging he was verbally abusive while they worked together on the show.
  • The St. Charles County Medical Examiner's Office closed the case as a "sudden death" after determining no further investigation was needed, finding nothing suspicious at the scene.
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'Days of our Lives' star Robert Kelker-Kelly's cause of death revealed

The actor, best known for playing Bo Brady on "Days of Our Lives," died from arteriosclerotic heart disease, numerous reports claim.

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He was found dead in his home on October 3, at the age of 62.

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WFLD broke the news in Chicago, United States on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
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