The late actor Kristoff St. John, best known for his iconic role as Neil Winters on the CBS daytime soap opera The Young and the Restless, will be honored in an upcoming documentary about his life and career.
Kristoff’s Life and Career
St. John portrayed Neil Winters from 1991 until his untimely passing in 2019, earning two Daytime Emmy Awards from eleven nominations and ten NAACP Image Awards for his groundbreaking performance. He was also recognized for roles such as Adam Marshall on NBC’s Generations, for which he received two additional Daytime Emmy nominations, and as the young Alex Haley in ABC’s Roots: The Next Generations.
On February 3, 2019, the daytime community was shaken by the news of St. John’s death at the age of 52. His passing was ruled accidental, caused by hypertrophic heart disease and the effects of alcohol. In the years before his death, St. John was open about his struggles with mental health, especially after the tragic loss of his son, Julian, who died by suicide in 2014.
Upcoming Project
Now, St. John’s story will be told in a powerful documentary. According to Deadline, Fallen Giant Films, the production company founded by Randy J. Goodwin, is producing the upcoming documentary “Kristoff,” which Bobby Razak will direct. The film will explore St. John’s career, his battles, and the enduring impact of his family’s fight for mental health awareness.
Joining the project is St. John’s ex-wife, five-time boxing champion Mia St. John, who has continued to advocate for mental health following their son Julian’s passing. Together with Goodwin, Mia St. John is ensuring that the documentary authentically reflects both the public and private sides of Kristoff’s life.
The documentary Kristoff is expected to premiere in 2025, with more information about the scripted biopic currently in development to be announced soon.
As fans and colleagues continue to honor his memory, Kristoff St. John’s presence as Neil Winters remains deeply missed.
Kristoff St. John remains a testament to a talented actor whose life and legacy continue to touch countless people, both on and off screen.
