Mark Withers, Dynasty Star, Dead at 77

As a seasoned movie connoisseur with a penchant for reminiscing about the golden age of television, I must say that the news of Mark Withers‘ passing has left me with a profound sense of melancholy. A man of such versatility and resilience, his journey from the gridiron to the silver screen is nothing short of inspiring.

77-year-old actor Mark Withers, who was known for portraying Ted Dinard in the original Dynasty series, passed away on November 22 due to pancreatic cancer. This information was reported by Variety, with his daughter, Jessie Withers, confirming the news and releasing a statement about her father’s death. In her statement, she described him as having left behind a legacy of warmth, humor, and dedication, along with his exceptional talent for making every role memorable. Mark Withers’ impressive acting skills and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by his colleagues, friends, and fans.

In the hit series Dynasty, Withers portrayed Ted, Steven’s complex love interest who was involved in an up-and-down relationship with him. Tragically, Ted met his end in season one of the show. Apart from his significant role in Dynasty, Withers has graced numerous television productions such as Kaz, Days of Our Lives, Wonder Woman, True Blood, and Stranger Things. Prior to his successful TV acting career, Withers was a football player at Penn State University, and later starred in various commercial campaigns before making the switch to acting.

2024-12-07 22:53

Mark Withers, Dynasty Star, Dead at 77

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