Lisa Rinna pays tribute to Days Of Our Lives star Nick Benedict who played her father on the soap opera... before sharing sizzling snaps in latex bodysuit
Lisa Rinna took to her Instagram on Thursday to pay tribute to Days Of Our Lives star Nick Benedict, who died at the age of 77.
Benedict made his debut as Billie Reed's (played by Rinna) treacherous father in the long-running soap opera in 1993.
Rinna, 60, who also shared a sizzling video of herself in a latex suit on Thursday, posted a screenshot of an article announcing the actor's death, writing 'Rest in peace. He played Billie Reeds dad.'
Benedict's death was confirmed in an online obituary and in a statement put out by a California restaurant, Jake's Steakhouse where his wife of 22 years Ginger worked as a bartender.
Lisa originated the role of Billie in 1992 but left the show in 1995. She reprised her role again from 2002 until 2003, from 2012 until 2013, and for a few episodes in February of 2018.
RIP: Lisa Rinna took to her Instagram on Thursday to pay tribute to Days Of Our Lives star, and her onscreen father, Nick Benedict, who died at the age of 77
Onscreen dad: Rinna, 60, shared a screenshot of an article announcing the actor's death, writing 'Rest in peace. He played Billie Reeds dad'
The star last returned to play her feisty alter-ego in 2021.
On Thursday Rinna also shared a new glamorous video of herself in a busty black and red latex bodysuit and elbow length red gloves.
She showed off her incredible physique in the skintight getup, and wore picture-perfect makeup for the occasion.
'I’m not Sorry. @rinnabeauty' she playfully captioned the sultry clip, adding a red kiss emoji.
The statement announcing Benedict's death confirmed that he passed away on his 77th birthday on July 14 in Arizona after complications from emergency spinal surgery which he underwent two weeks before his death.
Benedict's friend Barbara Ferrante wrote on her restaurant's Facebook page of his passing: 'Nick Benedict's birthday was July 14. He went to be with the Lord this day. Please pray for Ginger.'
A fundraiser was put in place before his death and explained how Nick was undergoing spinal cord surgery and was being admitted to a hospice, forcing his wife to take a leave of absence from the restaurant.
'Many of you know Jake's Steakhouse bartender Ginger. She has been with us for many years. She has taken a leave of absence from us to handle an extreme medical issue with her husband Nick,' the fundraising page read.
New content: The reality TV star also shared a sizzling new video of herself in a black latex suit
Picture perfect: She showed off her incredible physique in the skintight getup, and wore picture-perfect makeup for the occasion
Iconic: Lisa originated the role of Billie in 1992. Rinna last returned to play her feisty alter-ego in 2021; Pictured as Billie Reed in season 28
'Nick Benedict, was in the Navy, an actor, musician and painter. Ginger and Nick have been married for 22 years. Both have been part of the Tehachapi community for many years.
'On July 2nd, Sunday Nick had emergency spinal cord surgery. On July 4th he was admitted to hospice. He is paralyzed from the neck down. He will need constant care and support.'
The statement continued: 'They live in Arizona and Ginger travels back and forth. To say this is a stressful situation is not saying enough.'
'We are looking to raise money to help with bills, food and any medical expenses that may arise. Please pray for Ginger and Nick as they go through this very difficult time.'
So far, just over $4,000 have been raised for the former actor.
A former cameraman on All My Children revealed that he had worked with Nick on the show in a comment on the fundraising page.
He wrote: 'I was a cameraman on All My Children. Same age as nick...what a cool guy. Mingled with the crew just a regular guy. RIP Nick, you helped make coming to work fun.'
Nick was known for playing Phil Brent, a husband of Susan Lucci's Erica Kane, in All My Children.
Tributes: The US actor was also known for his role in All My Children; Pictured circa 1980
Soap star: Nick was known for playing Phil Brent, a husband of Susan Lucci's Erica Kane, in All My Children (pictured back left with Lucci on the show)
Marriage: His death was confirmed in an online obituary and in a statement put out by a California restaurant, Jake's Steakhouse where his wife Ginger worked as a bartender
Screen star: Nick retired from acting in 2001 after getting his break out role in All My Children in 1973, pictured with his co-star Susan Lucci at the Daytime Emmy Awards in 1980
He first appeared on the soap in 1973, taking over the role previously held by Richard Hatch.
After five years he left All My Children, earning a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series in 1979 for his performance in his final season.
He went onto play Michael Scott in The Young and the Restless in 1981 before taking on the role of Curtis Reed in Days of Our Lives, whom he played in 93 episodes from 1993 to 2001.
Beyond his soap opera roles, Benedict appeared on the original Mission Impossible and Hawaii Five-O series.
Source: Daily Mail
