'My first love': Former 'Bachelor' star Lacy Faddoul pays homage after Alec Musser's suicide
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DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Alec Musser's untimely death on January 12, reportedly by suicide, has left his former girlfriend, Lacy Faddoul, devastated. The soap star, known for his roles in 'All My Children' and 'Desperate Housewives,' was 50 years old.
In an emotional tribute to Musser, Faddoul reminisced about their close friendship, describing him as someone with an "unwavering spirit of fun and adventure for life." Despite ending their romantic relationship in 2014 after three years of dating, they remained close friends.
Former 'Bachelor' star Lacy Faddoul pays heartfelt tribute to Alec Musser
Faddoul, who appeared on 'The Bachelor' Season 18 and 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 1, revealed to the Daily Mail that the news of Musser's death shattered her. She shared memories of their time, recalling their competitive spirit, shared love for sports, and mutual passion for pizza.
“We spoke monthly to check in with each other’s lives,” she stated. “This has been devastating for me, my heart is in a million pieces.”
“We met at La B’eurge in Del Mar in 2011. Alec was my first love, who turned into my forever friend,” she added. “Last I saw him was at my vacation home in La Quinta, California. We played tennis and rode the golf cart around La Quinta.”
"Alec was born with a pair of skis in one hand and a surfboard in the other. He had a spirit that was competitive in the most jubilant ways," Faddoul expressed. She remembered his love for speed, moto track days, rides through Rancho Santa Fe, days at the ranch, and their trips to Mexico.
Despite Musser's commitment to a healthy lifestyle, Faddoul fondly mentioned his weakness for cookies and his ability to prepare the healthiest meals. She shared moments of their sunset walks with Musser's beloved dog, Calle.
Expressing deep admiration for Musser's passion, determination, simplicity, and zest for life, Faddoul concluded her tribute, saying, "Thank you for teaching me what it feels like to be treated so well in a relationship. I will love you forever, and you will forever shine through the sunsets."
Alec Musser's fiancee Paige Press expresses heartbreak
Alec Musser tragically passed away at the age of 50 on January 12 at his Del Mar, California residence. The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office has now officially declared his cause of death.
In a poignant Instagram Story, Musser's fiancée, Paige Press, paid tribute to the late actor, expressing the profound pain she is experiencing. She wrote, "RIP to the love of my life. I will never stop loving you. My heart is broken."
Press continued her emotional message, declaring, "Today is the worst day of my life. We were so happy. You were the best fiancé I could have ever asked for."
According to the released statement on Tuesday, Musser died by suicide, succumbing to a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest. His fiancée, Paige Press, made the harrowing discovery of his lifeless body on the morning of January 13 in the bathroom of their Del Mar home.
Initially reported by TMZ last week, Musser's uncle, Robert, had shared the news of the actor's death without disclosing specific details about the circumstances leading to the tragic incident.
Press later informed the media that Musser had been grappling with a severe case of COVID-19, and she believed it played a role in his tragic death. Musser's passing marks a heartbreaking loss for his loved ones and fans alike.
