Chris Murphy: key obituary facts
Is Chris Murphy dead? Yes. Chris Murphy died on July 22, 2026, at age 58.
Cause of death: Chris Murphy's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Chris Murphy known for?
He was an American politician.
More about Chris Murphy
Born: 31 May 1968.
Place of birth: Honolulu.
Gender: male.
Occupation: politician.
Nationality: United States.
Chris Murphy, an American politician and attorney who served in the South Carolina House of Representatives, died on July 22, 2026.
He represented the 98th District, covering parts of Dorchester County, and served in the chamber from 2011 until his resignation took effect in January 2026. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on May 31, 1968, Murphy was raised in Summerville, South Carolina.
He earned a bachelor’s degree from The Citadel in 1990 and received his law degree from Mississippi College in 1995. Before entering elective office, he worked as a prosecutor with the First Judicial Circuit of South Carolina.