The 50-year-old actor, known for his roles on 'Charmed' and 'Angel' as well, passed away in his apartment in San Diego, California.

According to a report from TMZ, the San Diego County Medical Examiner Office's report stated that Christopher's official cause of death was positional asphyxia due to acute alcohol intoxication. It was determined that his body was positioned in a way that suffocated him, and his alcohol consumption played a contributing role in his death. The report also mentioned coronary artery atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by plaque buildup in the artery walls, according to the CDC.

The manner of death has been ruled as accidental by the Medical Examiner's Office. It was a shocking loss for Christopher's friends, family, and fans, as his co-star Maurice Benard expressed his devastation in an Instagram post back in October.

Tyler Christopher's career spanned two decades, with his most notable portrayals being Nikolas Cassadine on 'General Hospital' and Stefan DiMera on 'Days of Our Lives'. He earned four Daytime Emmy nominations during his run on 'General Hospital', and in 2016, he won the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.

Corday Productions, the production company behind 'Days of Our Lives', expressed their gratitude for Christopher's contribution to the show and extended their deepest sympathies to his family. The world has truly lost an immense talent.

The news of Tyler Christopher's cause of death serves as a reminder of the dangers of alcohol intoxication and the importance of taking care of one's health. It is a devastating loss for the entertainment industry, and fans around the world mourn the passing of this talented actor.