Actor Tyler Christopher has been beloved by his fans for years, but many of those years were difficult.

Christopher was interviewed by former “GH” co-star Maurice Benard on his YouTube show “State of Mind.

Christopher not only survived, but recovered his memory, speech, and mobility.

Tyler Christopher smiling

Reflecting on the past 10 years of his life, Christopher recently shared a milestone with his fans.

There is no place I would have rather been than with those joyous souls.

I am the Captain of my soul.'

Tyler Christopher and his children smiling

The best is yet to come.”

The poem Christopher quoted was “Invictus,” by William Ernest Henley.

(viaSoap Spoilers).

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