Renowned Soap Opera Star Chris Robinson Passes Away at 86
Chris Robinson, a veteran actor celebrated for his extensive career in soap operas, has passed away at the age of 86.
Robinson’s death occurred on Monday at his ranch in Arizona, as reported in a Facebook post by MJ Allen. Allen collaborated with Robinson on the 2022 film Just for a Week, which marked Robinson’s final film appearance.
A Distinguished Career in Film and Television
Robinson’s career spanned over eight decades, during which he made significant contributions to both film and television. He featured in notable films by John Frankenheimer, including The Young Savages (1961) and Birdman of Alcatraz (1962), where he acted alongside Burt Lancaster. Additionally, Robinson took on the role of director for four films, casting himself and Ted Cassidy, known for his role in Addams Family.
While Robinson’s film roles were memorable, he was predominantly recognized for his television work. He became a part of the ABC military drama 12 O’Clock High in 1965 and is well-known for his long-running role as Doctor Rick Webber in General Hospital. After his stint on General Hospital, he joined the cast of Another World in 1987 and later moved to The Bold and the Beautiful during the 1990s, with his final appearance on the show in 2005.
Robinson made a dramatic return to General Hospital in 2002 after a 16-year hiatus, only to have his character meet a tragic end, being murdered with a candlestick in a plot twist that altered his character’s backstory. He made another appearance on the show in 2013, this time as a spectral version of his character.
Iconic Commercial Appearance
Aside from his roles on television, Robinson gained additional fame from his appearance in a well-known Vicks cough syrup commercial. His memorable line from the commercial, “I’m not a doctor, but I do play one on TV,” became a widely recognized catchphrase.
Robinson leaves behind his fourth wife, Jacquie, whom he married in April 2011, as well as his nine children and five grandchildren. His legacy in both film and television continues to be celebrated by fans and colleagues alike.
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