The Young and the Restless alum Tom Ligon, who portrayed Lucas Prentiss from 1978 to 1982, has died. He was 85 years old.
The actors’ union confirmed Ligon’s death but did not provide a cause or additional details.
Key Takeaways
- Tom Ligon has died at the age of 85.
- Ligon played Lucas Prentiss on The Young and the Restless from 1978 to 1982.
- The actor also appeared on Another World, All My Children, and Santa Barbara.
- Ligon enjoyed a long and successful career on stage, television, and film.
A Career That Spanned Stage, Screen, and Daytime
Born Thomas Bryant Ligon on September 10, 1940, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ligon built an impressive career that spanned decades.
The versatile actor was perhaps best known for his work in Paint Your Wagon, the television series The Young and the Restless, and the film Bang the Drum Slowly, in which he also performed the title song.
Ligon originated the role of Orson in the award-winning Off-Broadway musical Your Own Thing. He later appeared on Broadway opposite Geraldine Page in Angela and alongside Sandy Duncan in Love Is a Time of Day.
His passion for acting began unexpectedly. While attending St. Alban’s School in Washington, D.C., Ligon broke his leg playing football. During his recovery, his interests shifted from sports to theater.
After graduating from Yale University as an English major, Ligon caught the attention of legendary playwright Tennessee Williams, who saw his performance as Kilroy in Williams’ play Camino Real. By the 1960s, Ligon had become one of New York’s most sought-after young actors.
Remembering Tom Ligon’s Soap Legacy
While many daytime fans remember Ligon for his role as Lucas Prentiss on The Young and the Restless, that was far from his only soap opera credit.
Over the years, he also appeared on Another World, All My Children, and Santa Barbara.
Soap Opera News sends its condolences to Tom Ligon’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.
Photo Credit: ABC.
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