Former The Young and the Restless and Dynasty star Ken Howard (ex-George Summers) has died.
The Young and the Restless alum Ken Howard (ex-George Summers) has passed away. The actor, who has been serving as the SAG-AFTRA President since 2009, was 71.
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Howard's career spanned several decades, but soap opera fans know him best as Phyllis and Avery's dad, a role he played for a brief period in 2012.
Prior to coming to Genoa City, the California native earned a lengthy rsum with credits on shows like The White Shadow; The Manhunter; It's Not Easy; The Colbys; Murder, She Wrote; Melrose Place; Crossing Jordan; The West Wing; and 30 Rock. He also starred as Dynasty's Garrett Boydston from 1985 to 1986.
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"Very sad to hear of the passing of Ken Howard," wrote Jessica Collins on Twitter. "A brilliant actor, a true professional, a lovely man. I was lucky to know and work with him."
Michelle Stafford also expressed her regrets via social media. "White Shadow, White Knight, a beautiful, talented, FUNNY man. I was so lucky to work with him. It was my honor #RIP Ken Howard"
No cause of death has been released.
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