He was also a series regular on CBS' "The Bad News Bears." : A Peek Inside T.I. INK" show on TLC, adding to his tattoo collection!Kristoff presented at the "World Magic Awards" in 2009.Kristoff starred in the Wayans pilot project "Growing Up Wayans" in the summer of 2010, playing Kim Wayan's husband and father to their 6 kids.Kristoff was a recurring guest star on the sit-com "Family Time" airing on the Bounce Network.Kristoff guest-starred in September 2013 on "Love That Girl" on TV One, working with Phil Morris, alumni from Y and R.Kristoff guest-starred on Byron Allens, "The First Family", August, 2013.Kristoff worked on a feature film project 34 years in the making: "A Man Called God", a unique 'cult' documentary about Kristoff's travels to Southern India to study with a world renowned holy man that 50 million disciples call God.Kristoff has three children, his son, Julian, and daughters, Paris and Lola. Summer of 2008, Kristoff hosted TV Guides "Soaps Top 25 Sexiest Ladies". Kristoff is no stranger to the CBS network, having starred in the series "Charlie and Company", with Flip Wilson, Gladys Knight, and Della Reese. Kristoff St. John first appeared as David James on an episode of "The Cosby Show." Four years later in 1988, he returned to its universe as E.Z. : Well, you'll be able to find yourself plus a couple more people, don't you think? Company Credits He was married to his second wife, Allana Nadal, from 2001 until 2007. . BAFTA Guru is BAFTAs content hub for career starters packed full of inspirational videos, podcasts and interviews. Is it just a coincidence that Kristoff has been starring on Y and R for 23 plus years. TV Shows. Plot summary Add synopsis Genres Comedy Family About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . He was a wonder kid, a great actor and an awesome . Kristoff has also written, produced and directed a children's workout/exercise DVD starring his two children, Julian and Paris. Was a passionate sports fan. As a society, we need to start taking mental health seriously and realize that no one is immune., Viola Davis mourned the news of St. Johns passing on Monday, writing on Twitter that the pain of grief and mental health should be addressed in the same realm as physical ailments. To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Whether youve taken your first steps in the industry or are just starting out, youll find plenty here to motivate and help you along the way. (PHOTOS + VIDEOS), Veteran Atlanta News Anchor Amanda Davis Dies After Massive Stroke, Drama Unfolds as Shakir Stewart's Family Accepts Posthumous GA Hall of Fame Award, EXCLUSIVE!! A cause of death has not yet been reported. Kristoff St. John Popularity . Obituary. St. John portrayed a young Alex Haley in the 1979 ABC miniseries Roots: The Next Generations. Contemporary Black Biography, edited by David G. Oblender, vol. Kristoff has had the distinct honor of winning the prestigious NAACP Image Award as Best Actor in a Daytime Drama, "The Young and the Restless" nine times. Kristoff presented at the "World Magic Awards" in 2009. Now, 39 years later, he is one of the stars on CBS's "Young and The Restless", the number one rated drama for the past 25 years on daytime television, playing the popular character of Neil Winters. When St. John joined "Y&R" in 1991, it was to play Neil Winters, a man looking to climb the corporate ladder as an executive trainee at Jabot Cosmetics. Kristoff was a recurring guest star on the sit-com "Family Time" airing on the Bounce Network. What a wonderful tribute on your show today. He was 52. : Although Kristoff St. John played Sonny in The Champ (1979), his scenes were cut from the film. Now, 39 years later, he is one of the stars on CBS's "Young and The Restless", the number one rated drama for the past 25 years on daytime television, playing the popular character of Neil Winters. Clearly the people you worked with love and miss you. Once the show was canceled, St. John went on to play his most memorable role on The Young and the Restless. Well, you'll be able to find yourself plus a couple more people, don't you think? [10], Kristoff's final appearance as Neil aired on February 6, 2019. : Cliff Rihanna & A$AP Rocky Reportedly Inseperable (PHOTOS), 2007 - 2020 Straight From The A [SFTA] Atlanta Entertainment Industry Gossip & News. In 1992 he won the Emmy Award for his role of Neil Winters on "The Young and The Restless". So if you're not going to college, then what are you going to do? Kristoff was nominated as Best Supporting Actor in 1990, and in 1991. As a child and young adult, Kristoff worked with legendary entertainers such as Richard Pryor, Tony Orlando, Diahann Carroll, Jack Warden, James Earl Jones, Bill Cosby, Flip Wilson, Smokey Robinson, Irene Cara, Gladys Knight, Farrah Fawcett, Jon Voight, and had the distinction of playing the title role of Young Alex Haley in "Roots 2", for which he won a 'Youth in Film' award. As a child and young adult, Kristoff worked with legendary entertainers such as Richard Pryor, Tony Orlando, Diahann Carroll, Jack Warden, James Earl Jones, Bill Cosby, Flip Wilson, Smokey Robinson, Irene Cara, Gladys Knight, Farrah Fawcett, Jon Voight, and had the distinction of playing the title role of Young Alex Haley in "Roots 2", for which he won a 'Youth in Film' award. 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Rest well sweet soul. In 2009, Kristoff Guested on the wildly popular "L.A. Kristoff has also written, produced and directed a children's workout/exercise DVD starring his two children, Julian and Paris. Most Popular #41272. Kristoff has three children, his son, Julian, and daughters, Paris and Lola. Kristoff has written, produced, directed, and hosted two installments of a 'behind the scenes' video series entitled, "Backstage Pass to the 25th and 26th Annual Daytime Emmy's". BAFTAs destination for youngsters to come and discover the magical worlds of film, television and games. Summer of 2008, Kristoff hosted TV Guides "Soaps Top 25 Sexiest Ladies" He played David James on The Cosby Show, created by comedian Bill Cosby. St. John was a star of TV's "The Young and the Restless," portraying Neil Winters from 1991 to 2019. He was 52. Kristoff St. John, the actor best-known for portraying Neil Winters on CBS' long-running daytime soap " The Young and the Restless ," has died. Other notable appearances included Roots: The Next Generations, Happy Days, and The Cosby Show. You too? St. John began his career as a child actor, portraying a young Alex Haley in the 1979 ABC miniseries Roots: The Next Generations. Prayers for those who live on without you. Cliff 156-158. - Get All the Latest News on One Site! On behalf of the Y&R cast and crew, CBS, and Sony Pictures Television, we offer our heartfelt sympathy to his family and loved ones, especially his daughters, Paris and Lola., St. John took a leave of absence from the show in 2017 to deal with his mental health. [1], As a ten-year-old child, St. John had a featuring role on the Saturday-morning comedy Big John, Little John, broadcast on NBC in 1976. February 4, 2019 7:54am. : USA Today reports that police responded to an incident Sunday in the San Fernando Valley area St. John was pronounced dead. Kristoff's feature film credits include starring roles in "The Champ", "Top of the Heap", "A Man Called God", and "Trois 2, Pandoras Box". [8], In 2014, A Man Called God, a documentary that St. John co-directed with his father Christopher St. John, debuted at the San Diego Black Film Festival. Nicki Minaj sued blogger Ma, In case you missed it, my Grammy review is up on Y, I said it privately but I just had to grace yal, My trolls are my biggest fans. This Breaks my Heart: "Young and the Restless" Star Kristoff St. John Sadly Found Dead.<br>Kristoff played my Grandson on Roots2, I love this kid. Kristoff made his television debut at age 8 in the sit-com series "That's My Mama". Kristoff St. John 's cause of death has been revealed. Two of Kristoff's Emmy nominations came from starring in the short-lived, NBC-TV daytime drama, "Generations". One of Kristoff's screenplays has been optioned by Warner Brothers.From 1995-1997, he created, produced, and hosted the CBS series, "CBS Soap Break", an up close and personal look at CBS soap stars.Kristoff has written, produced, directed, and hosted two installments of a 'behind the scenes' video series entitled, "Backstage Pass to the 25th and 26th Annual Daytime Emmy's".Kristoff has also written, produced and directed a children's workout/exercise DVD starring his two children, Julian and Paris.Kristoff was hired by the Starz network as an official spokesperson for the Black Starz channel.In 2006, Kristoff was hired to host TV Guide's "Close-up", and "Soap Secrets".Kristoff hosted the Pre Show to the Golden Globes, Live on the Red Carpet, for the T.V. The death of our beloved son Julian has taken a toll on both of us, his ex-wife Mia St. John said in a statement at the time. His second wife Allana gave birth to their first child, a girl named Lola on April 15, 2003. Technical Specs. Kristoff starred in the independent feature "Carpool Guy", directed by and starring fellow daytime alum Corbin Bernsen. : Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable If you need emotional support or are in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Kristoff is also the brainchild of a Hollywood based DVD/board game, 'Becoming a Celebrity' that hit toy store shelves in 2005. Thanks for wa, EXCLUSIVE | Nene Leakes Lawsuit Breaks Down YEARS of Racism at Bravo! As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Situated in the heart of London's West End, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly is the home of BAFTA worldwide, as well as an award-winning venue for hire that offers outstanding hospitality and a suite of flexible event spaces, which can be crafted to suit any occasion. After the show's cancellation in 1991, he originated the role of Neil Winters on The Young and the Restless, and played the character for 28 years;[6] no African American actor had appeared on the series more frequently than St. John. [12], St. John was married and divorced twice. Actor Kristoff St. John, who played Neil Winters on the CBS daytime soap opera "The Young & the Restless," has died, according to his attorney Mark Geragos. His attorney Mark Geragos confirmed . Kristoff has starred in many television dramatic features and mini series, (list available upon request) as well as over two dozen television guest star roles including "Suddenly Susan", "Arliss", "The Jamie Foxx Show", "Get Real", "Pensacola", "Martin", "Living Single", "For Your Love", "The Cosby Show", "Diagnosis Murder", etc. Kristoff hosted the Pre Show to the Golden Globes, Live on the Red Carpet, for the T.V. 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