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Scott Hylands Leaves Behind a Career of Remarkable Longevity
Scott Hylands died peacefully in Victoria, British Columbia, on July 29, 2026, at the age of 83.
His death closes the final chapter of a professional journey that lasted for more than half a century.
From his best-known role as Detective Kevin O’Brien on Night Heat to appearances in Fargo, V and The X-Files, Hylands established a diverse body of work that crossed genres and generations.
His love of theater remained with him throughout his life, including during the years after his acute myeloid leukemia diagnosis in 2021.
That continuing commitment to performance speaks to the importance acting held for him personally.
He leaves behind his wife, Veronica, their two children, and decades of performances that will continue to preserve his presence for audiences.
His son Luke’s description of him as a “lover of life” and a forever hero captures a legacy that extended beyond professional recognition.
For his family, Hylands was much more than the familiar actor seen on television and stage.
For viewers, he leaves behind the memory of a versatile Canadian performer whose dedication to his craft remained strong throughout an extraordinary five-decade career.