Will & Grace star Corey Parker dies aged 60

Entertainment
8 Mar 2026 • 8:27 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Actor Corey Parker, known for his roles in Will & Grace and Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning, has passed away at the age of 60.
  • He died on Thursday, 5 March, in Memphis, Tennessee, after being diagnosed with advanced Stage 4 metastatic cancer.
  • The cancer, identified as adenocarcinoma, was discovered following hip replacement surgery and had spread significantly, with Parker reporting 90 per cent of his bones were covered by November.
  • Updates on a GoFundMe page revealed his condition was terminal by February, severely impacting his ability to function and earn income.
  • Beyond his acting career, Parker was a highly respected acting coach, with students praising him as a 'cheerleader, mentor, and inspiration' who profoundly influenced their careers.

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