Stranger Things actor Mark Withers has died.
The actor tragically passed away at the age of 77. The star, also known for his roles in Dynasty and Magnum, P. I., died following a battle with pancreatic cancer, as confirmed by his daughter Jessie Withers.
“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,” she said in a statement to Variety on 6 December.
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“Mark’s enduring talent and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by colleagues, friends, and fans alike.”
Mark was known for his role as Coroner Gary in the first season of Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things. His breakout role came in 1981 when he played Ted Dinard in Dynasty, who was Steve Carrington’s boyfriend.
Mark also had minor roles in shows such as Wonder Woman, The Dukes Of Hazzard, Dallas and Matlock, reports the Mirror. From 1986 to 1987, he appeared in eight episodes of Days Of Our Lives as Coach Locke.
In recent years, he continued his television career with roles in True Blood, Criminal Minds, Drop Dead Diva, Reckless and Stranger Things.
Before making it big in Hollywood, Withers was a star athlete who won a football scholarship to Penn State, according to Variety. He is survived by his wife, Haiyan Liu Withers, and his daughter, Jessie Withers.
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