HEARTLAND actor Robert Cormier has tragically died at age 33, his family announced.
He passed away on Friday in a hospital in Etobicoke, Ontario, after suffering injuries in a fall, his sister told The Hollywood Reporter.
Cormier was well-known for appearing as Finn Cotter in episodes of the long-running Canadian television series Heartland.
He appeared on the show's 15th season as a new love interest for Amy Mitchell and is expected to be featured on the 16th season that premieres on October 2.
The 33-year-old, who was born in Toronto on June 14, 1989, died on September 23, according to his obituary.
While an official cause of death has yet to be revealed, his sister Stephanie confirmed he had passed away after being injured in a fall.
His heartbroken siblings paid tribute to the late star ahead of his funeral which has been scheduled for Sunday.
"Robert was an athlete, an actor, and a great brother," Cormier's obituary said.
"He had a passion for helping others and was always looking to achieve more.
"He enjoyed movie nights with his family, and looked up greatly to his father.
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"He impacted many people throughout his life whether it was family, teammates and friends."
The post went on to say that his memory will live on through his three sisters and passion for art and film.
Cormier is also survived by his parents, grandmother, and other relatives.
In addition to his role on Heartland, Cormier also appeared on Netflix's Slasher series and in episodes of American Gods and Ransom.
Tributes have poured in for the late actor.
"We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Robert Cormier," Heartland tweeted.
"He was a beloved member of the Heartland cast the last two seasons.
"On behalf of the Heartland cast and crew, our thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time."
'AN AMAZING TALENT'
UPtv, which aired Heartland, also tweeted their condolences.
"Robert Cormier, aka Heartland's Finn, was an amazing talent, gone too soon," the tribute said.
"We are deeply saddened to learn of his passing. Our sincere condolences go out to his friends, family, and co-workers."
Ian Carpenter, a showrunner on Slasher, tweeted: "It's with a heavy heart that we've learned of the passing of Robert Cormier who brought such life to Kit on Slasher Solstice.
"He was uniquely talented, and a sweet, generous friend we all loved working with. Our thoughts are with him and his family through this difficult time."
"It's with a heavy heart that we've learned of the passing of Robert Cormier who brought such life to Kit on Slasher Solstice," tweeted Aaron Martin.
"He was uniquely talented, and a sweet, generous friend we all loved working with. Our thoughts are with him and his family through this difficult time."
Fans of Cormier's various television roles have also chimed in.
"I can’t believe I’m reading this! I loved his character in Heartland and I was so looking forward to Finn & Amy becoming a couple. What a terrible tragedy. I am thinking of his family, friends and also the Heartland cast," one person tweeted.
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"RIP Robert Cormier. You were a wonderful actor and a great Finn on heartland," wrote another.
Memorial services are scheduled for Saturday, October 1.
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