Veteran TV and film actor Nicholas Pryor has died. He was 89.

The star died on Monday, Oct. 7 from cancer, his publicist confirmed to PEOPLE. He was best known for portraying Professor Victor Collins on General Hospital before reprising the role on the spinoff Port Charles from 1997 to 2002 for more than 300 episodes.

Jon Lindstrom, who played Pryor’s onscreen son Kevin on Port Charles, shared a statement addressing Pryor’s death on Instagram on Tuesday, Oct. 8, where he spotlighted the late actor’s professional accomplishments over the years, including his appearances in the 1983 comedy Risky Business, the 1987 crime drama Less Than Zero and the 1978 horror sequel Damien: Omen II.

“It is my solemn task to announce the passing of the great Nicholas Pryor,” he wrote in the caption alongside a black and white image of Pryor. “Nick was an Actor’s actor, and an exceptional friend. He passed on October 7, 2024, surrounded by loving family.”

Nicholas Pryor on ‘Port Charles.’. Photo: 

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“Nick may be best known for his role as the father of #Tom Cruise in #RiskyBusiness, or as the same to #RobertDowneyJr in #LessThanZero,” Lindstrom continued. “He shared the screen with the likes of #Jack Nicholson #Kurt Russell #Ewan McGregor Too many to name really. He starred on #Broadway and delivered terrific work in Film and TV for over 60 years.”

As talented and prolific as Pryor was as an artist, he was also “one of the best” friends Lindstrom ever had, the actor also explained.

“He was a mentor, a sounding board, a trusted confidant, and even a father-figure beyond, yes, playing my own father on #GH and #PortCharles,” Lindstrom added. “And he was one of the funniest people could you cold hope to spend time with over a bottle of good wine and a great meal.”

Pryor is survived by his wife Christina, daughter Stacey and grandchildren Gus and Avril.

Inside General Hospital Stars Jon Lindstrom & Nicholas Pryor’s Friendship

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Since its beginnings in 1963, “General Hospital” has experienced countless changes, having seen many wild storylines, characters, and actors come and go throughout its run. Two such characters, father and son Victor Collins and Kevin Collins, had their run together during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

On October 7, 2024, Victor’s actor, Nicholas Pryor, joined the list of former “General Hospital” stars who’ve died since the series began. Prior to his death, he and fellow “General Hospital” co-star Jon Lindstrom, who played his on-screen son, Kevin, developed a close friendship through their work together.

In the wake of Pryor’s death from cancer at the age of 89, Lindstrom opened up about their friendship in October 2024. He honored his friend and co-star on Instagram after announcing his death, highlighting his career, which spanned over 60 years, and the valued friendship they shared. “He was my friend,” Lindstrom said. “One of the best I’ve ever had.

He was a mentor, a sounding board, a trusted confidant, and even a father figure beyond, yes, playing my own father on #GH and #PortCharles. And he was one of the funniest people you could hope to spend time with over a bottle of good wine and a great meal.”