Former soap opera star and cast member of The Morning Show on Apple TV+, Joe Marinelli, has died. Joe’s agent, Julie Smith, confirmed the actor’s passing to CNN. Julie said Joe battled throat and stomach cancer for several years, but she did not disclose any more details. Joe began his acting career in the 1980s, appearing on dozens of TV shows. He had long stints on Santa Barbara and General Hospital, and most recently appeared alongside Jennifer Aniston on The Morning Show. He had many friends in the industry, and his death saddened those who knew and loved him. A Dear Friend Of Joe Marinelli Penned A Touching Tribute On Facebook Leigh J. McCloskey shared kind words about Joe Marinelli, a man she loved and respected. “A sweeter man or a dearer friend you could not find than Joe Marinelli. I knew Joe was sick and so admired his indefatigable spirit throughout what sounded like a very difficult, if not impossible, ordeal. Joe was a champion. He was a great acting partner, teacher, philosophical friend, passionate believer in people, and a storyteller extraordinaire that with laughter and depth revealed the human spirit so beautifully and in so many different ways.. He has a beautiful, incredibly talented family that reflects his love of music and art and with his amazing wife Jean, together they always radiated generous and noble hearts,” she wrote. “My sincerest condolences to all who knew and loved Mr. Marinelli. Much light being sent out to all, a fan shared. “May he soar high amongst the stars!” This person knew Joe Marinelli personally and will miss him. “Joe was our favorite substitute teacher at Irving Middle School for years,” they wrote. “He was a part of the faculty and cared about our students.” “It saddens me greatly to say goodbye to my old friend and his belief in the goodness, and even the possible greatness of the human adventure. I’m glad I walked this earth with you, Joe. Godspeed, old friend, may your spirit soar beyond the stars and reacquaint you with the greater wonder from which you came,” Leigh added. Joe Marinelli was 68. This story’s featured image is by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images. The post Soap Opera And “The Morning Show” Star Passes Away Following Cancer Battle appeared first on InspireMore.