#43: Andrew Koenig
Year of disappearance: 2010
Year of discovery: 2010
Andrew Koenig, beloved for his role as Boner on Growing Pains and the son of Star Trek icon Walter Koenig, faced a long and quiet battle with depression. In 2010, he vanished in Vancouver after sending troubling messages to friends, sparking a frantic search that gripped fans and loved ones alike.
Tragically, days later, his body was discovered in Stanley Park, where he had taken his own life. The heartbreaking loss shone a light on the hidden struggles of mental illness, turning Andrew’s story into a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion and awareness in the fight against depression.