BTN News: Mike Heslin, a well-known actor and producer, tragically passed away at the age of 30 on July 2nd. His husband, Scotty Dynamo, shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram. Heslin had been hospitalized for a week and succumbed to an unexpected cardiac event.
A Mysterious and Sudden Loss
Doctors are puzzled by the sudden death of Heslin, who was in perfect health. His passing came just weeks before his birthday at the end of July. Scotty Dynamo expressed his shock and sorrow, stating, “Michael was young, healthy, and the doctors have no explanation for what happened.”
A Source of Strength and Support
Mike Heslin was a pillar of support for his husband during Dynamo’s battle with cancer. “Michael was brilliant, selfless, talented, and a guardian angel in life,” Dynamo wrote. “He stood by me through multiple rounds of cancer. He was the first person everyone called with good news, and the perfect person to lean on for advice or a shoulder to cry on.”
Heartbreaking Goodbye
Dynamo shared a deeply emotional message, reflecting on their love and life together. “Meeting you was the best thing that ever happened to me. You are my world. When I felt you take your last breath, my heart shattered into a million pieces. If I could trade places with you, I would in an instant. But I will take it day by day, just like you always told me, and live every day in your honor.”
Plans for Parenthood
The couple had been planning to expand their family. Dynamo revealed, “Just a week ago, we were in the early stages of forming a family, sharing our favorite baby names. You always said you felt destined to be a father, and I couldn’t agree more. You would have been the most perfect father in the world.”
A Legacy of Giving
Mike Heslin was an organ donor, and his selflessness has already helped four families have children. “We are three weeks from your birthday and four months from our first wedding anniversary, but I know you are in a better place and heaven has gained another angel,” Dynamo concluded.
Remembering Mike Heslin
Mike Heslin was renowned for his roles in television series like ‘Younger,’ ‘I Love You but I Lied,’ and ‘I Dream Too Much.’ He also made significant contributions as a director and writer. In 2020, he created and starred in the mockumentary ‘The Influencers,’ which earned a Queerty nomination and streamed on Prime Video. His recent work included the holiday film ‘The Holiday Proposal Plan’ and the 2023 series ‘Lioness,’ where he worked alongside Nicole Kidman, Zoe Saldana, and Morgan Freeman.
