Remembering John Forsythe on the 15th Anniversary of his death

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on April 1, 2025

Remembering John Forsythe, 15 Years Later

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It has been exactly 15 long years since John Forsythe died in Santa Ynez on April 1, 2010 at the age of 92. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Today, fans of John Forsythe (Dynasty, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Forsythe, a cultural icon

Born Jacob Lincoln Freund in Penns Grove on January 29, 1918, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Forsythe was not just a great actor, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 1981 he touched the hearts of millions as Blake Carrington in ‘Dynasty’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 15 years since the tragic loss of John Forsythe and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although John Forsythe is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great John Forsythe.