‘Night Heat’ star Scott Hylands dead at 83

By Page Six | Created at 2026-08-03 12:30:03 | Updated at 2026-08-05 02:39:52 1 day ago

Scott Hylands, best known for his role on the police drama series “Night Heat,” has died. He was 83.

“I am heartbroken to share the news that my Dad Scott has passed away Wednesday night,” Hylands’ son, Luke, wrote on Instagram over the weekend.

Luke said he and his family “are still trying to process this horrible loss.”

Scott Hylands (seen above in “Night Heat”) died at age 83 on Wednesday, July 29. Courtesy Everett Collection
Hylands’ son, Luke, shared the “heartbreaking” news on Instagram over the weekend. Courtesy Everett Collection

“There simply are not enough words I can say about you right now,” he continued of Hylands, whom he called his “forever hero and best friend.”

Luke added, “Always and forever. I love you. Goodbye Dad. xo.”

At the start of his post, Luke called Hylands “Husband, Father, Actor, Director, Writer, Storyteller, Friend, and lover of life.”

Luke also shared multiple photos of Hylands alone and with his family members.

Luke said he and his family “are still trying to process this horrible loss” (Hylands is seen here). lukehylands/Instagram
Luke also called Hylands (pictured here) his “forever hero and best friend.” lukehylands/Instagram
Luke shared photos of Hylands (seen above) with his family members in his Instagram tribute. lukehylands/Instagram

Hylands was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in October 2021, according to the Toronto Sun.

A GoFundMe was organized by Hylands’ wife, Veronica, to help the actor during his health battle, the Toronto Sun reported at the time.

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