Emmys-Winning One Life To Live Star Thom Christopher Dies at 84
Thom Christopher, known for his memorable roles on daytime television and adventurous voyages on Buck Rogers in the 25th Century has passed away. He was 84.
Christopher died Thursday in a New York hospital after a long illness.
His twin portrayal of mobster Carlo Hesser and his more meek brother, Mortimer Bern on One Life to Live cemented his place in daytime television history. His original stint as the calculating Carlo was supposed to be just a single day, but Christopher’s talents kept him on the show for years.
"It’s showing the vulnerability, the humanity, whether it’s perverse or otherwise, that there’s a humanity there," Christopher explained in a 2005 interview with Soap Opera Digest.
He continued, "I think that’s what becomes attractive and exciting for an audience to
Considering his wide range of roles, from daytime television to science fiction, how would you characterize Thom Christopher’s capabilities as an actor?
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is [Alex Reed name and credentials], who knew Thom Christopher personally. Thom, of course, was best known for his dual role on “One Life to Live,” playing both the menacing Carlo Hesser and his milder twin, Mortimer. [Alex Reed name], what do you think made Thom so effective at portraying such starkly different characters?
**Alex Reed:**
**Interviewer:** Thom’s career spanned decades, from his early days in daytime television to roles in science fiction like ”Buck Rogers in the 25th Century.” How would you describe his range as an actor?
**Alex Reed:**
**Interviewer:** Thom Christopher’s passing is undoubtedly a loss for the entertainment world. What do you think will be his lasting legacy?
**Alex Reed:**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights on Thom Christopher’s life and career. He will be sincerely missed.
