Missing brother of Kim Cattrall is dead, actress confirms online

Christopher Cattrall, the brother of actress Kim Cattrall who was reported missing in Alberta this weekend, has died, the actress confirmed on Twitter.

RCMPissued a media release Saturday saying the 55-year-old man had been missing from his home in Lacombesince Jan. 30.

In an Instagram post, Kim Cattrall says her brother's keys, cellphone and wallet were left on a table in the house, and his front door was unlocked.

She saidhis seven dogs were left alone.

"He's a one-of-a-kind brother," Kim Cattrall wrote online. "Help us bring him home safe."

On Sunday afternoon, Cattrall confirmed "the unexpected passing" of her brother by posting a photo of herself with him.

"We want to thank you all on social media for your outpouring of love and support in this trying time," she said in the post.

RCMP told CBCNews Sunday that ChristopherCattrall's body has been found, and their investigation into his disappearance has concluded.Police saidthedeath is not considered suspicious.