Geoffrey Deuel, known for his role as Dave Campbell in The Young and the Restless and as Billy the Kid in Chisum, has died at the age of 81. As confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter by his wife, Jacqueline, Deuel passed in Florida after battling chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on Sunday, December 22.
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One day after his passing, Jacqueline would
post on Geoffrey's Facebook page, confirming his death. "This is Jacqueline, Geoffrey's wife," the Facebook post reads. "At midnight last night Geoffrey passed away and is with Peter. God took my "knight in shining armor" gently." Jackqueline then attached a photo of Geoffrey.An Everloved.com obituary would then further confirm Deuel's passing, as well as pay tribute to the actor's legacy. "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Geoffrey Deuel, a beloved actor, husband, and brother, who departed this life on December 22, 2024," reads the obituary.
"Geoffrey's undeniable talent made it possible for him to grace our screens in a variety of roles in both the television and film industry. His remarkable acting skills and unforgettable performances brought joy and entertainment to many households." The obituary then mentions his role in The Young and the Restless soap opera and describes Deuel as a family man.
"He is survived by his devoted wife, Jacqueline, with whom he shared numerous precious years. His memory is also held dearly by the many friends and admirers he made during his lifetime," the obituary continues. "His kindness, his significant contributions to the acting world, and his caring personality will forever echo in the hearts of the many lives he touched. May he rest in eternal peace, knowing that his legacy will forever remain alive and cherished."
Remembering Geoffrey Deuel
Born on January 17, 1943, Geoffrey Deuel started his acting career at 23 in Twelve O'Clock High, a military drama TV series where he played an American pilot in a single episode. He landed other small TV roles in series such as The Monkees, Bonanza, Adam-12, and The Mod Squad.
He would rise in prominence when he landed his film debut iconic role as Billy "The Kid" Bonney in the 1970 movie, Chisum. John Wayne played John Chisum, with a star-studded cast featuring Forrest Tucker, Christopher Georg, and Ben Johnson, among others. Three years later, Deuel would star in The Young and the Restless as Dave Campbell.
