Christian Cousins, the former child star known for “Kindergarten Cop” and “Knots Landing,” has died at 43 following health issues.
The actor’s half-brother, Jonas Roeser, shared the news via Instagram in October, along with photos of Mr. Cousins.
According to the post, Mr. Cousins dealt with liver issues prior to his death and “had been very sick.”
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“He was a character, full of passion and energy, with big stories and even bigger dreams,” Mr. Roeser wrote in the tribute, adding that he didn’t meet Mr. Cousins, a brother through a shared biological father, until college.
Mr. Cousins was born in 1983 in Orange County, California, and began his acting career alongside his twin brother, Joseph Cousins, in 1988. The brothers eventually landed a role on the TV soap opera “Knots Landing,” appearing in 60 episodes.
In 1990, the brothers landed their biggest role alongside action superstar Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Kindergarten Cop.”
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“Rest easy, Christian,” Mr. Roeser wrote. “I hope your soul is at rest and that you’ve found peace. You are my brother and you will be missed.”
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