Anthony Geary, the iconic actor best known for his role as Luke Spencer on General Hospital, has passed away at the age of 78. He died in Amsterdam after suffering unexpected complications from a routine surgical procedure. In recent years, Geary had chosen to live privately in the Netherlands, away from the public spotlight.
Geary became a television legend through his groundbreaking portrayal of Luke Spencer, a role that transformed daytime television and helped redefine the soap opera genre. Over his career, he won a record eight Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor. His on-screen partnership with Genie Francis created one of the most memorable couples in television history, with their 1981 wedding episode becoming the most-watched moment in soap opera history. Though he stepped away from acting, his legacy and influence on television storytelling remain enduring.
