Corey Parker has sadly passed away at the age of 60. He had been battling cancer. Corey is best known for his roles in Will And Grace and Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning.
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BGB Studios, an acting studio that worked with Corey, has since released a statement pertaining to his death.
"Corey Parker has left us, this earth, this reality, finally to rest. Here is what was shared by his sister, Noelle: I believe he left this world weightless, at peace & surrounded with love," the statement, which was posted on Instagram.
The same Instagram post also had a statement from Risa Bramon Garcia, who has enjoyed a 45-year working relationship with Parker. BGB Studios was founded by Risa, which is where most of their collaborative efforts were enjoyed.
"I am writing to you, Corey, here, directly, because this is how I... we... keep you with us," Risa's statement began. "I have known and loved you for the past 45 years, since our E.S.T days in NY as hungry wild artists. You were a massive part of my creative work, my creative family, for decades."
Risa's statement continued by praising Corey's talent, work ethic, and the impact he had on those around him.
"And so we celebrate your incredible talent, your unparalleled passion and joy in the work and in your family, your huge gift for and devotion to teaching (which kept you going throughout), your generosity, your love. All our lives are so much richer for knowing you, you carry on in each of us, in the abundance you gifted and inspired in us... forever."
Corey Parker Had 48 Acting Credits to His Name
Corey's first acting credit came in 1983, when he made an appearance in the TV show As The World Turns. The following year, he played a bully in the 1984 movie Scream For Help. He continued adding small roles for the next six or seven years before landing a 22-episode run of Flying Blind between 1993 and 1994.
Corey then made a 25-episode run on Love Boat: The Next Wave before appearing in five episodes of Will And Grace. His final acting role came in 2017 on Sun Records, where he played Pete Isacson.
Currently, no information regarding Corey's upcoming funeral has been shared with the public. Those details will likely remain private for family and close friends.
