Dynasty actor dies at age 77
Legendary actor Mark Withers has died at the age of 77.
Withers’ daughter Jessie confirmed the news of his passing in a statement to Variety, saying her father died on November 22nd of pancreatic cancer.
“He confronted his illness with the same strength and dignity he brought to his craft, creating a legacy of warmth, humour, and dedication, along with his remarkable ability to make every role unforgettable,” Jessie added in a statement.
“Mark’s enduring talent and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by colleagues, friends, and fans alike.”
Withers was best known for his role in Dynasty, playing Ted Dinard in the first season of the show.
The actor also starred in several shows during the 1970s and 1980s included episodes of Wonder Woman, The Greatest American Hero, Trapper John, M.D., Magnum, P.I., The Dukes of Hazzard, and Hill Street Blues.
Withers had an eight-episode run as Coach Locke on Days of Our Lives between 1986 and 1987. Later in his career, Withers guest-starred in Matlock, Frasier, The King of Queens, Criminal Minds, and True Blood.
In one of his final roles, Withers played coroner Gary in a first-season episode of the hit Netflix show Stranger Things.
Withers is survived by wife Haiyan Liu Withers and daughter Jessie Withers.
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