Corey Parker, 'Will & Grace' Actor, Dies at 60

The veteran actor was also known for roles in 'How I Got Into College' and 'Friday the 13th: A New Beginning'.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Corey Parker, an actor known for his roles in TV shows like 'Will & Grace' and films such as 'How I Got Into College', has died at the age of 60 after a battle with cancer. In recent years, Parker was a respected acting coach and master teacher at BGB Studio in North Hollywood, where colleagues and family paid tribute to his talent and generosity.

Why it matters

Parker was a veteran actor with a long career in television and film, and his passing is a loss for the acting community. He was particularly remembered for his recurring role as Grace Adler's boyfriend on the hit sitcom 'Will & Grace'.

The details

Parker died on March 5, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee after a battle with cancer. In recent years, he had worked as a master teacher and acting coach at BGB Studio in North Hollywood, California. His sister and the studio's co-founder shared tributes, highlighting Parker's talent, passion for teaching, and lasting impact on those he worked with.

  • Parker died on March 5, 2026.
  • He played Grace's boyfriend on 'Will & Grace' in Seasons 2 and 3.

The players

Corey Parker

An actor known for his roles in TV shows like 'Will & Grace' and films such as 'How I Got Into College'. He died at the age of 60 after a battle with cancer.

Noelle Parker

Corey Parker's sister, who shared a tribute to him on Instagram after his passing.

Risa Bramon Garcia

The co-founder of BGB Studio in North Hollywood, where Corey Parker worked as a master teacher and acting coach in recent years.

Debra Messing

The actress who played Grace Adler on 'Will & Grace', opposite Corey Parker's character Josh.

Rocky Parker

Corey Parker's mother, who was also an actress.

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What they’re saying

“I believe he left this world weightless, at peace & surrounded with love.”

— Noelle Parker, Corey Parker's sister (Instagram)

“I have known and loved you for the past 45 years, since our E.S.T days in NY as hungry wild artists. You were a massive part of my creative work, my creative family, for decades.”

— Risa Bramon Garcia, Co-founder of BGB Studio (Instagram)

“And so we celebrate your incredible talent, your unparalleled passion and joy in the work and in your family, your huge gift for and devotion to teaching, your generosity, your love. All our lives are so much richer for knowing you, and you carry on in each of us, and in what you gifted and inspired in us… forever.”

— Risa Bramon Garcia, Co-founder of BGB Studio (Instagram)

The takeaway

Corey Parker's passing is a loss for the acting community, as he was remembered not only for his memorable on-screen roles, but also for his passion, talent, and generosity as a teacher and mentor to aspiring actors.