Tributes pour out for Heartland star Robert Cormier, who has died at 33
(Picture: Robert Cormier/instagram)Actor Robert Cormier, who played Finn Cotter on popular Canadian TV series Heartland, has died at 33.
According to his obituary, Cormier died on Friday (September 23). No details have been disclosed about the cause of his death.
His sister reportedly told the Hollywood Reporter that he died in hospital in Etobicoke, Ontario, from injuries from a fall.
Cormier's obituary states that he was an “athlete, an actor, and a great brother,” adding: “He had a passion for helping others and was always looking to achieve more.”
Following the news, Heartland's Instagram and Twitter accounts paid tribute to the late actor.
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Robert Cormier. He was a beloved member of the Heartland cast the last two seasons,” the post read.
“On behalf of the Heartland cast and crew, our thoughts are with him and his family, who have asked for privacy during this difficult time.”
UPtv, an American network that airs the CBC series, also wrote on Instagram: “Robert Cormier, aka Heartland's Finn, was an amazing talent, gone too soon.
“We are deeply saddened to learn of his passing. Our sincere condolences go out to his friends, family, and co-workers.”
Fans and friends have also paid tribute to the late star, with Aaron Martin, creator of the series Slasher, which the late actor also starred in, tweeting: “It’s with a heavy heart that we’ve learned of the passing of Robert Cormier who brought such life to Kit on Slasher Solstice.
“He was uniquely talented, and a sweet, generous friend we all loved working with. Our thoughts are with him and his family through this difficult time.”
Cormier's final Instagram post from late August showed him lying on the floor surrounded by scripts for the upcoming season of Heartland.
He joined the series in its 15th season, when he became a new love interest for Amy, played by Amber Mitchell, who was featured with him in stills from the show.
His other roles include Winston on the Starz series American Gods and the Shudder in drama series Slasher.
The Toronto-born star is survived by father Robert, mother Lisa, and sisters Brittany, Krystal, and Stephanie, as well as his grandmother, Joanne.
