Alan Dysert, who starred as Sean Cudahy in the 1980s soap drama All My Children, has died at 75 after years of “health challenges”.
The beloved actor passed away on Friday just three years after receiving an “incurable cancer” diagnosis, however his cause of death has not been revealed.
His wife Michelle took to Facebook on Sunday to reveal she was “heartbroken” over the death of her late husband.
“While I am struggling to imagine life without him, I am forever grateful to have experienced what so many people spend their lives searching for – the love of a lifetime,” she shared.
Michelle revealed Alan “faced more than his share of health challenges over the years”, but despite the obstacles in his way, he “continued to approach life with determination, humour and gratitude”.
“He fought hard for the life he loved, and I was honoured to stand beside him through it all.”
In his 2023 memoir Lights, Camera Cancer!, Alan revealed that he had been diagnosed with a “rare, aggressive and incurable cancer” and had undergone four surgeries, chemotherapy and 29 CT scans to treat it.
Elsewhere in the tribute, Michelle looked back on his “extraordinary life”, writing: “From his humble beginnings as a farm boy in Illinois, he went on to become an actor, musician, writer, filmmaker, producer, and beloved acting teacher.
“Many knew him from his years on All My Children, while thousands of others knew him as the teacher and mentor who encouraged them to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams.”
Michelle remembered Alan’s remarkable gift for storytelling, adventurous spirit and his personality, which “could fill any room”, before looking back on their love story.
“But behind all those accomplishments was the man I was fortunate enough to call my husband, my partner, and my best friend.
“We shared a love that was truly special. We loved traveling together, laughing together, and simply being together. We never needed a room full of people or an elaborate plan to enjoy ourselves.
“We genuinely loved each other’s company. Even after all our years together, life with Alan was never boring.”
She signed off the post, writing: “I will love you always.”
The moving caption was accompanied by a sweet picture of the late star enjoying a dinner at a restaurant while donning a large smile on his face.
Alan leaves behind his wife and two sons, Cody and Cooper.
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