American film and television actor Alan Dysert, remembered for his role in ABC’s long-running soap opera “All My Children”, has died at 75.
Dysert passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, after years of living with cancer. His death was announced by his wife, Michelle, in a statement shared on his Facebook page.
In her tribute, Michelle remembered her husband as a man who continued to find reasons to appreciate life despite the health difficulties he faced over the years.
She also spoke about their marriage and the loss of the person she described as the love of her life. Michelle said she was grateful for the years they shared and encouraged family, friends and fans to remember Dysert for the happiness and warmth he brought to others.
Dysert was survived by his wife and their two sons, Cody and Cooper.
A Long Battle With Cancer:
The actor had previously opened up about his health struggles in his 2023 autobiography, “Lights, Camera, Cancer!”.
In the book, Dysert wrote about being diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer and undergoing years of treatment. His medical journey included several rounds of chemotherapy, four surgeries and 29 CT scans over a 12-year period.
The exact type of cancer was not publicly revealed.
Even as he dealt with the illness, Dysert continued pursuing the work he loved. He remained active in acting, teaching and producing creative projects for much of his later life.
From Stand-Up Comedy to Television:
Dysert was raised on a farm in Illinois and later studied television arts at the University of Illinois.
His first television appearance came in 1978 on the sitcom “Soap”. He subsequently built a career in television and film, with one of his best-known roles coming on “All My Children”.
The ABC daytime drama, which became one of American television's longest-running soap operas, featured Dysert during its lengthy run.
His film credits also included “Two Weeks”(2006) and “The Grift” (2008).
Outside acting, Dysert worked as a teacher and producer, maintaining his involvement in the creative industry throughout his career.
He leaves behind Michelle and their sons, Cody and Cooper.
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