Archive · 17 Dec 2025
Gil Gerard, 'Buck Rogers' Actor, Dies at 82
Gil Gerard, who was famous for playing Buck Rogers in the TV show 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century', has died.
He was 82 years old and had been fighting a very serious type of cancer.
His wife, Janet Gerard, shared the sad news on social media.
The show was popular in the early 1980s and had a mix of adventure and comedy.
Gerard also acted in other TV shows and movies after 'Buck Rogers'.
His wife said that even though they had many years together, it was not enough time.
She asked people to cherish and love their loved ones tightly.
Gerard left a message saying his life was amazing and he was satisfied with his journey.
Gil Gerard, known for his role as Buck Rogers, has died at the age of 82.
He passed away after a short battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
His wife, Janet Gerard, announced his death on social media.
Buck Rogers in the 25th Century aired on NBC from 1979 to 1981.
Gerard also appeared in other TV shows and movies, including 'The Doctors' and 'The Nice Guys'.
- Who
- Gil Gerard, actor known for 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century'
- What
- Passed away after a battle with cancer
- When
- Early this morning
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- Due to a rare and aggressive form of cancer
- Name
- Gil Gerard
- Age
- 82
- Cause of Death
- Cancer
- Notable Role
- Buck Rogers in the 25th Century
- Wife
- Janet Gerard
- Show Duration
- 1979-1981
- Network
- NBC
Sources
Gil Gerard Dies: Star Of ‘Buck Rogers In The 25th Century’ Was 82
Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard dies at 82 after battling rare cancer
Buck Rogers in the 25th Century star Gil Gerard passes away at 82 - Telegraph India
Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard passes away at 92 after battling with cancer
