Geoffrey Scott, an actor known for his roles in “Dark Shadows” and “Dynasty”, died, his wife confirmed Variety. He was 79 years old.
Scott was also a praised commercial actor, starring in more than 100 commercials, such as the “Walk a Mile for a Camel” campaign filmed at the Taj Mahal and an Maxwell House Coffee ad alongside Margaret Hamilton. Scott was also introduced as one of the men at Old Spice and Marlboro.
Born on February 22, 1942, Scott grew up in San Fernando Valley, California, on the same street where John Wayne and Clark Gable lived. Scott started in show business when he was hired by the legendary agent Dick Clayton, who represented names like James Dean, Burt Reynolds and Jane Fonda, which led to a contract with Universal.
His first major role as an actor was as Sky Rumson in the vampire novel “Dark Shadows” in 1970. In 1972, Scott played Jeffrey Jordan in “Where the Heart Is” and appeared in the TV movie “Houston, We Got a Problem” In 1974 as Mel Anderson In 1979, he appeared on the NBC series “Cliffhangers: The Secret Empire” as US Marshal Jim Donner, and starred in the 1981 CBS series “Concrete Cowboys”, based on the 1979 television film of same name.
Scott is perhaps best known for his recurring role as Mark Jennings in the ABC soap opera “Dynasty” from 1982 to 1984. Jennings was a professional tennis player and Krystle Carrington’s first husband, played by Linda Evans. Scott’s other television roles include Bob Dorsey on HBO’s “1st & Ten” from 1984 to 1985 and David McAllister on “General Hospital” in 1989.
Scott’s last listed role was in “Hulk” in 2003, playing the president. He then retired to Colorado with his family to pursue his passion for skiing. Scott leaves his wife, Cheri Catherine Scott, and sons Christopher and Matthew Scott.
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