Chris Hyndman of CBC's Steven and Chris found dead

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      Christopher Hyndman, host of CBC's Steven and Chris, was found dead in Toronto on August 3.

      Police confirmed the body of the 49-year-old star was found in an alleyway near Queen Street and Broadview Avenue in Toronto's east end.

      The location was near where he lived with his on-screen cohost and husband Steven Sabados.

      Toronto police stated that "out of privacy, the Toronto police will not discuss any matter unless there's a criminal element pertaining to a specific person."

      The investigation remains open.

      Hyndman was born in Ottawa but raised in Newfoundland.

      Christopher Hyndman (right) cohosted CBC's Steven and Chris with his husband Steven Sabados.

      Prior to Steven and Chris, the duo starred on several HGTV series, including Designer Guys, Design Rivals, and the makeover show So Chic with Steven and Chris. The couple also launched a home décor line.

      The Steven and Chris show, which covered everything from style and cooking to various events, has been pulled from the CBC schedule.

      Meanwhile, Canadian celebrities and public figures expressed their sadness about the news on social media.

      Comments

      7 Comments

      Lovely L.

      Aug 4, 2015 at 2:38pm

      How very sad. Rest in Peace Chris. You shall be missed.

      Christina

      Aug 4, 2015 at 4:04pm

      Very sad indeed :(
      Btw why the down vote in Lovely L's comment?
      Homophophic obviously.
      Anyway Chris will be missed.

      Fan

      Aug 4, 2015 at 4:14pm

      This is tragic so unexpected as a regular viewer & fan I am saddened.

      R.I.P Mr. Hyndman. Sympathies to his friends and family.

      Pammi

      Aug 4, 2015 at 5:24pm

      Chris gave the best hugs xxx ❤️ Rest in peace sweet man xx

      That sucks

      Aug 4, 2015 at 9:14pm

      My mom will be so bummed about this

      sad news :(

      Aug 4, 2015 at 10:13pm

      i never had the pleasure to meet Christopher, however I always enjoyed the banter that he and Steven had on tv and this news had a sad effect on me today. Yes they are tv personalities, but they both always came across as genuine and kindhearted people. my thoughts are with Steven.

      Nathalie

      Aug 7, 2015 at 3:36pm

      I agree with "sad news" RIP Chrisropher! We loved you! Now you make the Angels laugh with your good good humour. xxx