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He discussed his parents' alcoholism in a series called Degrassi Talks, in 1992, and also made a documentary about children of alcoholic parents, called The Darker Side. ... fiancée, Christina Boulard. Read our, I'm a print subscriber, link to my account, Read more about following topics and authors. “That’s when we started to worry,” she said. Fans of the iconic Degrassi series are mourning the loss of Neil Hope, also known as Derek "Wheels" Wheeler, as news broke on Thursday that the former teen star has been dead for five years. !xoxox.”, Copyright owned or licensed by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited. IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content. For an audience of teens, Hope represented an awkwardness and personal strife many could relate to. An actor who once starred on popular Canadian school melodrama Degrassi Junior High has finally been ... Canada, rooming house in 2007, claims his ex-fiance Christina Boulard. (Schuyler was involved in the original series. Hope's fiancée, Christina Boulard, also released the following statement: "The family regrets to announce that Neil passed away in Hamilton, Ontario on November 25, 2007 of natural causes. “You can’t underestimate the phenomenon and how people believed in Wheels,” said former Star journalist Catherine Dunphy, who wrote two Degrassi books and conducted a Degrassi Talks interview with Hope. News that Neil Hope, an actor from the acclaimed Canadian television show Degrassi Junior High, had died five years ago but whose death was only publicly confirmed on Thursday stunned even the producers of the show. Four years after the date of his death, it was revealed that he had died from a heart attack from not taking diabetes insulin on time, in November 2007 at the age of 35. With files from the Canadian Press Download. Republication or distribution of this content is TORONTO - Former child star Neil Hope, who played Derek (Wheels) Wheeler on the long-running youth series "Degrassi," died alone in a Hamilton rooming house in 2007, said former fiancee Christina Boulard on Thursday, as details of the troubled actor's final years emerged. He received no residuals Born in Ontario to alcoholic parents, Hope took up acting at a young age, first as Griff on The Kids of Degrassi Street and then as Wheels on Degrassi Junior High. "It did catch us completely unaware," says Stephanie Cohen, vice-president of marketing at communications at Epitome Pictures. to colleagues, clients or customers, or inquire about That shocking revelation was made known to friends and family only this January — and became public Thursday. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking "Degrassi" series died on Nov. 25, 2007, of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope was diabetic. “I was devastated (by his death). Star Newspapers Limited and/or its licensors. “He was smiling and joking with them and he signed everything,” she said. IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content. IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content. There was some confusion regarding his passing that they do not wish to go public with, which is why they are only announcing his death now to the public and the media.". Associated With. [1] It developed a cult following, was picked up in the U.S. and is now watched the world over. “I’ve gotta work,” she said he told her. On the Degrassi series, he was a member of the fictional band Zit Remedy. Non-subscribers can read and sort comments but will not be able to engage with them in any way. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking "Degrassi" series died on Nov. 25, 2007, of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope was diabetic. Ex-fiance Christina Boulard said Hope's family spent years trying to track him down after hearing rumors of his passing several years ago, but only learned last month from police in Hamilton, Ontario, that he had died. Boulard says that the star of the groundbreaking television series died from natural causes at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope suffered from diabetes. Menu. Toronto Star articles, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com, The Toronto Star and thestar.com, each property of Toronto Star Fans of actor Neil Hope, who played troubled teen Wheels on Degrassi Junior High, are still wondering just how his death at age 35 could have gone unreported for years, even to his family and friends. TORONTO - Former child star Neil Hope, who played Derek (Wheels) Wheeler on the long-running youth series "Degrassi," died alone in a Hamilton rooming house in 2007, said former fiancee Christina Boulard on Thursday, as details of the troubled actor's final years emerged. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking "Degrassi" series died on Nov. 25, 2007, of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope was diabetic. “Neil had a hard life.”. We aim to have all comments reviewed in a timely manner.   But Hope met a very different end in that Hamilton rooming house, where local police found him dead, according to former fiancée Christina Boulard, 37. “He loved being known as ‘Wheels.’ ”. rights reserved. ... Christina Boulard… Follow topics and authors relevant to your reading interests. by News Staff. Entertainment; Fans of actor Neil Hope, who played troubled teen Wheels on “Degrassi Junior High,” are still wondering just how his death at age 35 could have gone unreported for years, even to his family and friends. For millions, Neil Hope was “Wheels” — the lovable, troubled onscreen teen with that feathered blond hair and huge glasses. She remembers one dinner in particular, where the entire kitchen staff came out to ask for Hope’s autograph. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking Degrassi series died on 25 November 2007 of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to … Hope would make guest appearances on Degrassi: The Next Generation in 2001 and 2003, but parts became scarce for the struggling actor. HIS name was Neil Hope, but you might have known him as Wheels. ... Degrassi was praised for its handling of tough social issues including teen pregnancy, sexual abuse and alcoholism. by News Staff. Mr. Hope starred as a troubled teenager in the popular Canadian shows “Degrassi Junior High” and “Degrassi High” in the 1980s. His television career began on the series The Kids of Degrassi Street. Breaking news - Degrassi Junior High star Neil Hope, aka Wheels, died in 2007. But finally, this January, police confirmed that it was indeed Hope who had died of “natural causes” in November 2007. Boulard, who last saw Hope in 2002, said it was not unusual for him to cut ties with friends and family for sometimes a year at a time. But two years went by and no one had heard from him. He was always friendly with the cast behind the scenes, Woods recalled. Nor does she know the specifics of the cause of Hope's death. Boulard said the former star of Canada’s groundbreaking “Degrassi’’ series died Nov. 25, 2007, of natural causes at 35 but declined to elaborate, saying only that Mr. Hope was diabetic. “He was a quiet guy when we were off set, but full of energy, very bright-eyed,” Woods told the Star from California. Hope, who starred on Degrassi Junior High in the 1980s, was found dead in an Ontario rooming house in November 2007 but his family was just informed last month. We aim to create a safe and valuable space for discussion and debate. Though he made a few guest appearances on episodes of Degrassi: The Next Generation, Hope went back to being a nobody. He missed his cast family, even though he wasn’t great at keeping in touch, Boulard said. ... Christina Boulard, told The Canadian Press. Hope’s character is all smiles in the passenger seat. If you are looking to give feedback on our new site, please send it along to, To view this site properly, enable cookies in your browser. Click here to subscribe. ... his ex-fiance Christina Boulard said on Friday. Comments that violate our community guidelines will not be posted. Many former actors, who were mobbed in malls for their Degrassi fame, went on to successful careers, including Aubrey Graham, better known now as award-winning recording artist Drake. From its original iteration as The Kids of Degrassi Street in 1979 to the still-running Degrassi: The Next Generation, the series is one of Canada’s prime television success stories. Avoid the use of toxic and offensive language. “Neil was a very private person. “That’s why he latched on to his Degrassi family so hard … They were his brothers and sisters.”. Both he and Pat Mastroianni appeared on Degrassi … Neil Hope, the Degrassi actor (Wheels) who died in a Hamilton rooming house often surprised people with his financial state. Dan Woods, who played Mr. Raditch, a teacher and later principal on the show, remembered meeting Hope when he was a teen on the set of Degrassi Junior High. We hope to have this fixed soon. “We’re all pretty shocked about the news. Fans of the iconic Degrassi series are mourning the loss of Neil Hope, also known as Derek "Wheels" Wheeler, as news broke on Thursday that the former teen star has been dead for five years. A Facebook group called "Let's Bring The Real Neil Hope ("Wheels" from Degrassi) To Facebook" features a post from Jan. 12 of this year written by Hope's sister-in-law, Tracy Northrup Hope, saying that Hope died of natural causes on Nov. 25, 2007. Boulard said she lost touch with Hope in 2002, but remained in contact with his family through Facebook. He last appeared on the Degrassi series in 2003 in an episode of Degrassi: The Next Generation. Finally they contacted the police in Hamilton. Now we all can be at peace. Fans of actor Neil Hope, who played troubled teen Wheels on "Degrassi Junior High," are still wondering just how his death at age 35 could have gone unreported for years. Neil Hope had dealt with the death of parents on Degrassi and in his personal life. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking "Degrassi" series died on Nov. 25, 2007, of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope was diabetic. Neither Boulard nor Hope's sister-in-law could be reached for comment. “Wheels” made his last guest appearance on Degrassi in 2003 with former castmates Pat Mastroianni and Stefan Brogren, who play Joey Jeremiah and Archibald “Snake” Simpson — the original Degrassi trio who formed the fictional rock band the Zit Remedy. Hope's ex-fiancee, Christina Boulard, said the family was told the former child actor died alone in a Hamilton rooming house of natural causes. Hope was buried in March 2008. Family Life. (The coroner’s office was not immediately available to confirm the details.). TORONTO -- Actor Neil Hope, who starred as Derek "Wheels" Wheeler on the popular 1980s TV series "Degrassi Junior High" and had little contact with relatives and friends in his Boulard said she's furious because she can't understand why it took more than four years for police to contact Hope's family. Hope's ex-fiancee, Christina Boulard, said the family was told the former child actor died alone in a Hamilton rooming house of natural causes. His legacy showed on social media sites Thursday, as fans expressed shock at the sudden news of Hope’s death. He died on November 25, 2007 in Hamilton, Ontario. This is a space where subscribers can engage with each other and Globe staff. His last moment on camera shows the three singing a Zit Remedy classic in the car after reuniting at a bowling alley. To order copies of He was engaged to Christina Boulard from 1998 to 2001. Boulard, who last saw Hope in 2002, said it was not unusual for him to … Many former actors, who were mobbed in malls for their Degrassi fame, went on to successful careers, including Aubrey Graham, better known now as award-winning recording artist Drake. I still am.”, Little is known about how the intensely private Hope came to a sudden end, alone and unnoticed. “He was the one that stayed as far away from the public eye afterwards as possible,” Boulard said. © Copyright 2021 The Globe and Mail Inc. All rights reserved. “I was shocked,” said Boulard, fighting back tears as she talked to the Star. Boulard said she's furious because she can't understand why it took more than four years for police to contact Hope's family. Hope’s family is planning their own memorial. This is a space where subscribers can engage with each other and Globe staff. Ex-fiance Christina Boulard said Hope’s family spent years trying to track him down after hearing rumors of his passing several years ago, but only learned last month from police in Hamilton, Ontario, that he had died. Switch gears. But Boulard said he always talked about becoming a director, but never reached out to Degrassi’s producers or former castmates. Mystery surrounds the death of a star of popular high-school drama Degrassi, that went undiscovered for five years. “Neil made an important contribution to our lives, to the lives of our television team, who are like a family to us, and indeed to the live of many Canadians and others around the world who were influenced by Neil and the roles he played,” said statement from executive producers Linda Schuyler and Stephen Stohn. ... “Degrassi Junior High,” was acclaimed for its realistic portrayal of … ), “His life was not an easy one, but the time he spent with us was a shining example of determination, hard work and hopeful optimism and he is sorely missed.”. Hope's ex-fiancee, Christina Boulard, said the family was told the former child actor died alone in a Hamilton rooming house of natural causes. “Everybody falls on hard times,” Boulard said. But Hope met a very different end in that Hamilton rooming house, where local police found him dead, according to former fiancée Christina Boulard, 37. Neil Hope was born on September 24, 1972 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Readers can also interact with The Globe on Facebook and Twitter . With files from the Canadian Press Download. US. He was in a relationship with Christina Boulard from 1998-2001. Christina Boulard (1998–2001) Philip Neil Hope [2] (September 24, 1972 – November 25, 2007), known as Neil Hope , was a Canadian actor best known for playing Derek "Wheels" Wheeler on Degrassi Junior High and Degrassi High in the 1980s and early 1990s. 351 King Street East, Suite 1600, Toronto, ON Canada, M5A 0N1, Just $1.99 per week for the first 24 weeks, var select={root:".js-sub-pencil",control:".js-sub-pencil-control",open:"o-sub-pencil--open",closed:"o-sub-pencil--closed"},dom={},allowExpand=!0;function pencilInit(o){var e=arguments.length>1&&void 0!==arguments[1]&&arguments[1];select.root=o,dom.root=document.querySelector(select.root),dom.root&&(dom.control=document.querySelector(select.control),dom.control.addEventListener("click",onToggleClicked),setPanelState(e),window.addEventListener("scroll",onWindowScroll),dom.root.removeAttribute("hidden"))}function isPanelOpen(){return dom.root.classList.contains(select.open)}function setPanelState(o){dom.root.classList[o?"add":"remove"](select.open),dom.root.classList[o? “He didn’t know any other life,” she said. Boulard said she is organizing a private ceremony, with help from Amanda Stepto, who played Christine “Spike” Nelson on Degrassi, for friends to remember Hope. Christina Boulard, the actor's fiancée, released a statement on Thursday saying, "The family regrets to announce that Neil passed away in Hamilton, Ontario on November 25, 2007 of natural causes. In his quiet off-screen life, Hope romanced Boulard. Christina Boulard, the actor's fiancée, released a statement on Thursday saying, "The family regrets to announce that Neil passed away in Hamilton, Ontario on November 25, 2007 of natural causes. Posted Feb 17, 2012 2:16 pm EDT. While she was annoyed at the intrusion, Hope took it all in stride. TORONTO - Former child star Neil Hope, who played Derek (Wheels) Wheeler on the long-running youth series "Degrassi," died alone in a Hamilton rooming house in 2007, said former fiancee Christina Boulard on Thursday, as details of the troubled actor's final years emerged. Compounding the mystery, Cohen said she also does not know why the Hope family has now publicly announced the actor's death. Boulard, who last saw Hope in 2002, said it was not unusual for him to cut ties with friends and family for sometimes a year at a time. Ex-fiance Christina Boulard said Hope's family spent years trying to track him down after hearing rumors of his passing several years ago, but only learned last month from police in Hamilton, Ontario, that he had died. To order Neil Hope grew up in the 1980s before an audience of millions as a star in a pair of gritty Canadian television dramas, “Degrassi Junior High” and its sequel, “Degrassi High.” Boulard said she is organizing a private ceremony, with help from Amanda Stepto, who played Christine “Spike” Nelson on Degrassi, for friends to remember Hope. She and Hope dated between 1998 and 2001 and were engaged until the relationship ended amicably. “Neil Hope,” “RIP Wheels” and “Zit Remedy” (the fictional band of which Hope’s character was a member) were all trending on Twitter in Canada Thursday. But Hope met a very different end in that Hamilton rooming house, where local police found him dead, according to former fiancée Christina Boulard, 37. This copy is for your personal non-commercial use only. Site : https://coronavirus.politologue.com/ Statistiques Coronavirus : @Coronavirus_Bot_Bot Trivia. "His life was not an easy one but the time he spent with us was a shining example of determination, hard work and hopeful optimism and he is sorely missed," Stohn and Schuyler said Thursday in a joint statement. Christina Boulard, his fiance, posted on another Facebook group that a memorial service is planned for the actor. Ex-fiance Christina Boulard said Hope’s family spent years trying to track him down after hearing rumors of his passing several years ago, but only learned last month from police in Hamilton, Ontario, that he had died. The location of the grave is being kept private, Boulard said. Calling all HuffPost superfans! "We have respected the privacy of the family by not saying anything until now, but our entire team is very emotional about his passing," he wrote. Everybody wants something they’ll never give up, Everybody wants something, they’ll take your money and never give up. Four years after the date of his death, it was revealed that he had died from a heart attack from not taking diabetes insulin on time, in November 2007 at the age of 35. Thank you for your patience. permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com. Give your brain a workout and do today’s Daily Cryptic Crossword. Some information in it may no longer be current. That means: If you do not see your comment posted immediately it is being reviewed by our moderation team and may appear shortly. No answers forthcoming in case of 'Degrassi' star Neil Hope's unreported death. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking "Degrassi" series died on Nov. 25, 2007, of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope was diabetic. Welcome to The Globe and Mail’s comment community. “I’ve gotta make a living.”. Hope also made a documentary about children of alcoholic parents, called The Darker Side. When they hadn’t heard from Hope, they called her. Boulard said the police told Hope’s family they had a record of someone who had died but the names and birth date didn’t match up. All “This awkward, shy, grinning, bespectacled kid was very endearing.”. Boulard said the former star of Canada's groundbreaking "Degrassi" series died on Nov. 25, 2007, of "natural causes" at the age of 35 but declined to elaborate, only saying Hope was diabetic. expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of Toronto Cohen said she did not know what that "confusion" might refer to. We’re saddened by it. He was an actor, known for Degrassi High (1987), Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001) and The Kids of Degrassi Street (1979). Ex-fiance Christina Boulard said Hope’s family spent years trying to track him down after hearing rumors of his passing several years ago, but only learned last month from police in Hamilton, Ontario, that he had died. Boulard, who last saw Hope in 2002, said it was not unusual for him to cut ties with friends and family for sometimes a year at a time. No answers forthcoming in case of 'Degrassi' star Neil Hope's unreported death. Welcome to The Globe and Mail’s comment community. 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