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Canadian actor Julian Arnold dies during performance

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  • Canadian stage actor, Julian Arnold, passed away at 60 after a medical emergency during a performance of A Christmas Carol at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre on November 24, 2024. 
  • Arnold collapsed while on stage, and despite multiple resuscitation attempts, he was pronounced dead at the scene by Alberta Health Services.
  • The Citadel Theatre’s executive director, Jessie van Rijn, and artistic director, Daryl Cloran, expressed their sorrow.

Canadian stage actor, Julian Arnold, has passed away at the age of 60 following a tragic medical emergency during a performance.

Arnold reportedly collapsed while performing in A Christmas Carol at the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

Despite immediate medical attention and multiple resuscitation efforts, Arnold was pronounced dead at the scene.

Alberta Health Services confirmed the news through spokesperson Kerry Williamson, who stated that Arnold could not be revived after the emergency.

In a touching statement, Jessie van Rijn, executive director of the Citadel Theatre, and Daryl Cloran, artistic director, paid tribute to the late actor.

The statement read:

“His presence brought joy, heart and depth to every role. His artistic contributions will be deeply missed.”

Arnold was widely respected for his dedication to the stage and his ability to bring characters to life with exceptional skill.

In other news, 30-year-old Brazilian gospel singer, Pedro Henrique tragically collapsed and passed away on stage during a performance on Wednesday night.

The incident occurred at a religious gathering in Feira de Santana, which was being broadcast online.

The singer was in the midst of singing the soulful hymn “Vai Ser Tão Lindo” when he suddenly lost his balance and fell from the stage.

The distressing incident was captured on camera, as the singer interacted with the audience just moments before the tragic event unfolded.

The artist’s record company, Todah Music, confirmed the heartbreaking news, revealing that Pedro Henrique suffered a severe heart attack.

The young singer was seen stepping on the edge of the platform before the sudden collapse…

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