Mark Withers: Last News

Mark Withers, the actor known for roles in Dynasty, Stranger Things and more, has died. He was 77.

Dynasty and Stranger Things, has died at the age of 77.Across his career, Withers also starred in shows such as Wonder Woman, The Dukes of Hazzard, Magnum P.I., Days of Our Lives, Remington Steele, Hill Street Blues and Frasier.The star’s passing was announced by his daughter Jessie Withers – who survives him alongside his wife Haiyan Liu Withers. She confirmed the cause of death was pancreatic cancer.“He confronted his illness with the same strength and dignity he brought to his craft, creating a legacy of warmth, humor, and dedication, along with his remarkable ability to make every role unforgettable,” she said in a statement (via Variety).“Mark’s enduring talent and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by colleagues, friends, and fans alike.”Withers was born in New York in 1947, and went on to study at the California State University and Minnesota State University.His career began after being discovered by an agent and, shortly after, starring in a national McDonald’s campaign.

Mark Withers, who’s best known for playing Ted Dinard in the first season of the “Dynasty” series in 1981, died on Nov. 22, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Mark Withers, known for his role in Stranger Things, has sadly passed away at the age of 77 on November 22.The actor, also recognised for his parts in Dynasty and Magnum, P. I., died following a battle with pancreatic cancer, as confirmed by his daughter Jessie Withers. In a heartfelt statement to Variety on Friday, she said: "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.

Matt Minton mminton@variety.com Mark Withers, a television actor known for portraying Ted Dinard in the original “Dynasty” series, died Nov. 22. He was 77.