Over the last 24 hours, the daytime community has been trying to process the sudden passing of one of its most beloved stars, Kamar de los Reyes (ex-Antonio Vega, One Life to Live).

De Los Reyes passed away on Christmas Eve at 56-years-old from a short bout with cancer. Since the news of his death spread, so many of his former co-stars at One Life to Live, or those that have worked with Kamar on other projects, took to social media to pay their respects and tributes to this very talented actor.

Sadly, Kamar leaves behind his wife, Sherri Saum (ex-One Life to Live, Sunset Beach, The Fosters) and three children: twin boys with Saum, Michael and John, age 9, and son Caylen, 26, from a previous relationship. On Tuesday, Saum took to her Instagram with simply a photo of her late husband with the words: “Of The Kings, Kamar de Los Reyes 11/8/67-12/24/23”

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Take a look below at some of the remembrances. Soaps In Depth received the quotes included from: Forbes March and Patricia Maucheri.

Robin Strasser (ex-Dorian): “AN ENORMOUS LOSS of a man of great integrity & talent. I admired him, it was impossible not to…& it wasn’t only that he was MUY GUAPO friends-Take it from me the man was a Mensche! RIP”

Kassie DePaiva (ex-Blair): “I’m beyond sad to read this news. My heart goes out to Sherri and those beautiful boys. RIP Kamar…”

Greg Vaughan (Eric, DAYS): “I’m so sad to hear the news of my friend Kamar de los Reys My thoughts & prayers are with his family & loved ones! Kamar & I shared so many good memories … even though we were on different coasts & soap operas, he welcomed me with open arms & a smile that made everyone feel his love!! When either of us were in the same city we made time together! I will always hold near & dear our talks, it was always deep & real! His love of family, me becoming a father for the first time, our love of the Yankees, smoking cigars, his incredible laugh could bring you to tears, us playing the congas, me not so good to celebrating his brothers music performances in Vegas His amazing love for Caylan, his twins & his incredible wife Sherrie!! Kamar you will always be an amazing reflection of love! Sending all my love to you & your family!”

Jacob Young (ex-JR Chandler, AMC et all): “So deeply sadden to hear of the passing of my friend and colleague Kamar de Los Reyes. As a very young actor there were only a small handful of people in my life that would offer their support in such a competitive industry. Kamar had always been one of them. A true gentleman and beacon of light. I remember one time we were flying back from an event and we were sitting together and I began to nod off, (as one does from a weekend fan event.) He reached over and adjusted my head and fixed my head rest so I could have a better rest. It’s the simplest things we do as humans that make the biggest impact. I will never forgot that kindness and humanity. Over the years we spent many nights laughing together in Manhattan. One of those nights I remember introducing him to my then girlfriend Christen, who now is my wife, and I said to her, “this is one of the good ones.” Kamar and I had a love and admiration for each other. I will always remember you in that way. A man who had love for his family, a love for the world, a love for his Puerto Rican culture, a love for music and Salsa dancing! (In fact he tried to teach me many times, even with my two left feet.) My condolences to his family and loved ones. The Lord took another one of his soldiers home. Rest easy Mi Amigo. ”

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Kristen Alderson (ex-Starr): “This is awful! RIP, Kamar. Gone too soon.”

Bree Williamson (ex-Jessica): “I’m heartbroken. Looking back on my One Life to Live days there are few memories in which Kamar is not present.  He was an incredibly important part of my life for close to 10 years. Then OLTL ended and we all went our separate ways. But when I would see Kamar out in the world, it was if no time had passed-  kinda like family – our little OLTL family. It’s incredibly sad to know that I will never be running into this wonderful man again. Goodbye Kamar- you are loved.”

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Forbes March (ex-Nash): “He was a most excellent wingman through a very tumultuous time. We were pitted against each other and he reacted by taking me out to run the town to the dawn. We ran hard and it was fun to be 30 and with Kamar in NYC. I had recently reached out to him and I was hoping to reconnect. I’ve lost another friend and my sadness grows a little deeper tonight.”

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David Fumero (ex-Cristian): “Kamar De Los Reyes…Can’t say goodbye my friend. But thank you for your love and wisdom. For the many laughs that would brighten my days. You’re a legend and a warrior in my book. I will keep my ears open for your whispers that I know will come. Rest In Power…Till we meet again my brother! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽”

Patricia Mauceri (ex-Carlotta): “Kamar was a gentle soul, a kind and talented man. It was an honor to work alongside him as his Mom for the years we enjoyed- a life too short. My sincere condolences to his wife, Sherri, and all his family.”

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Lilly Melgar (ex-GH et al): “I am gutted by this loss. Life is so f’in fragile!! Kamar was one of a kind. Such a special soul. I was in awe of his growth. His depth. His talent. This is us in the 90s when we went to the Emmys together. We always had the best time – never a dull moment w/Kamar. We got to work together later in life as I directed him with VO work and he was still the same passionate force of nature w/that vitality of “life” he always emanated. On a personal level, I am deeply saddened to lose you my friend. May you rest in peace & light. Thank you for being there for me when I needed support & guidance. You were so good to me. So kind and generous. I’ll carry that with me forever. So proud of the man you evolved into being. My deepest condolences to his beautiful family. The world lost you way too soon.  I’ll always remember you singing Marc Anthony, songs on the streets of NY, dancing in El Floridita & playing the congas at my 30th Bday party ”

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Kamar had been appearing for the past two years in a recurring role was on CW’s All American. In it, de Los Reyes portrayed Coach Monte. Kamar had been filming all-new episodes for its upcoming sixth season when he passed.  Series EP,  Nkechi Okoro Carroll shared in a statement to Deadline, “We are absolutely devastated at the loss of Kamar. He was such a beloved member of our All American family. He brought so much love, light and joy to the set every day, even during his final days. We are so grateful for every moment he spent with us. Our hearts and sincere condolences are with Sherri, Caylen, Michael, John and the rest of Kamar’s family. Thank you for sharing him so generously with us and with the rest of the world. He truly was a gift. One we will cherish forever.”

Michael Fairman TV will continue to update this post as remembrances and tributes come in from around the daytime and primetime TV community on the passing of Kamar de los Reyes.

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