“The Sandlot,” says that his mother’s murder has been “difficult” to process.“I’m hanging in there as much as I can,” York, 43, told “Access Hollywood” during a two-part interview on Saturday. “If it wasn’t for my mom, I wouldn’t be in the position that I am in.” The actor’s mom, Deanna Esmaeel, served as the main driving force behind York’s rise to Hollywood stardom. “It’s been hard,” the actor said solemnly.