“Virgin River” actor Stewart McLean was found dead, and is believed to be the victim of a homicide after going missing earlier this week.
Squamish Royal Canadian Mounted Police “initiated an investigation and, through investigative efforts, uncovered evidence that led investigators to believe Mr. McLean was victim of homicide,” leading them to transfer the case to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT), an initial press release obtained by Page Six said.
Police did not go into detail regarding the evidence found, but said the actor’s remains were located in the Lions Bay area.
We’re told IHIT is working in close partnership with the BC Coroners Service and IFIS to understand the circumstances that led to his death. At this stage, IHIT believes this to be an isolated incident.
“As the investigation continues to unfold, homicide investigators are working to collect and analyze evidence, review CCTV footage and conduct interviews to build a timeline of Mr. McLean’s activities prior to May 15, 2026,” said Cpl. Esther Tupper of IHIT.
“We are pursuing all available leads as we work to find answers for the family, friends and loved ones of Mr. McLean.”
A spokesperson for the actor, who was repped by Lucas Talent, told Page Six in a statement: “We are devastated to hear the news of Stew McLean’s passing. We have been proud to represent Stew for over a decade, and he was a well respected and admired member of the film and television community in Vancouver.”
“He will always be remembered for his kindness and humour. Our hearts go out to his family and everyone who knew and loved him at this very difficult time.”
McLean, 45, was first reported missing on May 18 after he was last seen at his Lions Bay home on May 15.
The Canadian authorities urged those with information to call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at [email protected].
In addition to starring in “Virgin River,” McLean’s credits also include Fox’s “Murder in a Small Town” and The CW’s DC series “Arrow.”
He most recently portrayed a barfly on a 2026 episode of the Netflix drama, which is filmed in British Columbia.
He was also a producer.
His producing credits include the TV series “Please Look Away Vol. 2” and “CLOUD Van-Demic!”
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