Scott Bryce, Actor Known for 'As the World Turns' and 'Sex and the City,' Dies at 68

Scott Bryce, an actor recognized for his roles on the daytime soap opera "As the World Turns" and the HBO series "Sex and the City," died at the age of 68. His death followed a battle with cancer.

Bryce's son, Jackson, announced his father's passing on Instagram, stating that an illness that began as stage three esophageal cancer ultimately spread and developed into brain tumors. Jackson Bryce shared that his father faced his illness with pride and courage, maintaining a belief in recovery even in his final days.

Bryce was nominated for two Daytime Emmys in the 1980s for his portrayal of Craig Montgomery on "As the World Turns." He played the character from 1982 to 1994 and returned from 2007 to 2008, becoming the longest-serving actor in the role. In the series, Craig Montgomery was involved in a love triangle with Betsy Stewart, a character played by Meg Ryan.

For fans of "Sex and the City," Bryce was known for his role as Tim in the show's first season. The character, who referred to himself as 'Toxic Bachelor Number One,' was a lothario who would leave women abruptly after showing signs of commitment.

Lucie Arnaz, a friend of Bryce's, initially announced his death on Facebook, sharing a heartfelt tribute that has since been removed. Arnaz, who worked with Bryce on "Sons and Daughters" and "The Pack," expressed her grief and affection for him.

Bryce came from a family with a background in acting; his father, Ed Bryce, was a regular on "The Guiding Light," another CBS soap opera, and his mother, Dorothy Bryce, was a stage actress.

Throughout his career, Bryce also made guest appearances on numerous television shows, including "The Facts of Life," "The Golden Girls," "Matlock," "Law & Order," "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "ER," "Gossip Girl," "Reba," "30 Rock," and "The Blacklist."

His son recalled Bryce's professional reputation as a highly efficient actor, noting that directors would often schedule him at the end of the day because he could complete his scenes quickly. Bryce's son expressed deep gratitude and pride in his father.

Bryce was initially diagnosed with stage three esophageal and stomach cancer in October 2024. Despite undergoing radiation, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, and having previously announced he was "on the mend," his condition worsened.