Police Report on Robert Kelker-Kelly’s Passing
Robert Kelker-Kelly, known for his role as Bo Brady on “Days of Our Lives,” passed away at the age of 62. A police report reveals details about his final hours.
On October 3, Kelker-Kelly’s wife, Allison Kelly, picked him up from Spirit of St. Louis Airport. He mentioned chest and arm pain during their drive home, asking to pull over due to nausea. Despite his discomfort, he chose not to visit the hospital immediately.
After arriving home, Kelker-Kelly changed and lay down, requesting aspirin. Upon returning, Allison found him unresponsive. She began CPR, calling 911 for assistance.
Emergency Response and Investigation
St. Peters police and paramedics arrived shortly after 8 pm. Despite life-saving efforts, Kelker-Kelly was pronounced dead at 9:09 pm. His wife informed investigators of no known medical conditions, injuries, or surgeries.
The police stated the situation appeared consistent with a medical event, with no signs of foul play. The medical examiner released the body without further investigation, not specifying the cause of death.
Career Highlights
Kelker-Kelly was born on April 18, 1964, in Wichita, Kansas, and had a notable career in soap operas. He starred as Sam Fowler on “Another World” and later took over Peter Reckell’s role as Bo Brady in 1992, winning a 1994 award for his performance.
His other acting credits include playing Stavros Cassadine on “General Hospital” from 2001 to 2003 and later reprising the role. Kelker-Kelly’s contributions to TV drama are fondly remembered by fans.