Brendon’s family have told how he had a history of heart issues, including suffering a heart attack in 2023. Brendon – who played Xander Harris in the supernatural horror TV series – had also been diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. Nicholas Brendon, known for playing Xander Harris in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, had a history of heart issues. Photo / Getty ImagesThe actor’s family recently said he died “in his sleep of natural causes”. In a statement shared on Brendon’s Instagram page, his family wrote: “We are heartbroken to share the passing of our brother and son, Nicholas Brendon.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 26, 2026 19:33 UTC