Dynasty (1981–1989) Then and Now 2023 [How They Changed]

Here’s an overview of how the cast of the popular 1980s TV series Dynasty has changed between the show’s original run and 2023:

John Forsythe (Blake Carrington): John Forsythe, who played the patriarch Blake Carrington, passed away in 2010 at the age of 92. The role of Blake has not been recast for any recent Dynasty revivals or reboots.

Linda Evans (Krystle Carrington): Linda Evans, who portrayed Blake’s wife Krystle, is now 80 years old. She stepped away from acting after the original Dynasty ended in 1989 but made a brief return to the role in the 2017 Dynasty reboot, appearing in a few episodes.

Joan Collins (Alexis Carrington Colby): Joan Collins, known for her iconic portrayal of the scheming Alexis. She last reprised the role in the 2017 Dynasty reboot, appearing throughout the first season.

Pamela Sue Martin (Fallon Carrington Colby): Pamela Sue Martin, who played the feisty Fallon Carrington, is now 71 years old. She did not return for the 2017 Dynasty reboot, with the role of Fallon instead being played by Elizabeth Gillies.

John James (Jeff Colby): John James, who played Jeff Colby, is now 67 years old. He made a brief appearance in the 2017 Dynasty reboot, reprising his role.

Gordon Thomson (Adam Carrington): Gordon Thomson, who portrayed the devious Adam Carrington, is now 78 years old. He did not return for the 2017 Dynasty reboot.

Al Corley (Steven Carrington): Al Corley, who originally played Steven Carrington, is now 66 years old. He was replaced by Jack Coleman for the later seasons of the original Dynasty. Coleman did not return for the 2017 reboot.

Overall, the legacy cast of Dynasty has aged gracefully, with some members making brief returns to the franchise in recent years, while others have stepped away from the spotlight. The 2017 reboot introduced a new generation of actors to carry on the Carrington dynasty.

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