Geoffrey Deuel younger brother of Alias Smith and Jones actor Peter Duel who himself acted as Billy the Kid in Chisum has passed away at age 81. Geoffrey Deuel passed away December 22 in hospice care in Largo Florida after struggling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with his wife Jacqueline Deuel providing the information to The Hollywood Reporter.
Deuel's Extensive Career in Television From 1960s Through 1970s Shows His Acting Versatility
The square-jawed Geoffrey Deuel appeared in a myriad of television shows from mid 1960's through the mid 1970’s highlighting his versatile acting talent. Some shows include the notable titles The Monkees The Invaders The FBI The Flying Nun Medical Center Mannix Adam-12 The Mod Squad Mission: Impossible The Streets of San Francisco Ironside and Cannon including The Young and the Restless which is the role he is best remembered. Deuel's TV roles show the diverse genres he successfully portrayed across several different formats during his Hollywood Career. He transitioned from dramas and westerns into soap operas which further showcased a long running ability to engage different audiences across varied platforms.
Geoffrey Deuel's Movie Debut as Billy the Kid in Chisum (1970) Earned Him Recognition
Geoffrey Deuel had his film debut in Andrew V McLaglen’s 1970 film Chisum and a critic from The New York Times stating his particularly vengeful Billy the Kid cut a very personable swath. Screen Rant placed Deuel at 10th in its online publication of rankings for best performances portraying the legendary Billy the Kid showing Deuel had great acting range with both persona and performance ability. His ability to engage viewers in a complex character performance as Billy the Kid demonstrates high skill in his career path. The film Chisum in 1970 was a very early showing of his professional work.
Tragedy of Brother Peter Duel's Death Followed By Geoffrey’s Close Connection to Late Actor and Its Impact on Geoffrey
Peter Duel Geoffrey Deuel's older brother starred as Hannibal Heyes on the popular ABC series Alias Smith and Jones. Sadly Peter Duel died due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound on New Year's Eve in 1971 after several seasons with the show Alias Smith and Jones leaving a void in the actor’s family and close network. Geoffrey said in a 2018 interview stating you "do not ever get over a shock like that" which showed the deep trauma that event held in his life after such a loss . Jacqueline Deuel confirmed the brothers loved one another and provided for each other during their lives showing both a personal and professional relationship as well. Geoffrey’s bond to his older brother demonstrates deep affection and long held support over many years both personally and professionally.
Geoffrey Deuel's Life From Lockport NY to Hollywood Success Showed Great Drive
Geoffrey Jacob Deuel was born on January 17 1943 in Lockport New York and was brought up in the nearby town of Penfield. His father Ellsworth was a doctor and mother Lillian a nurse showing their dedication to helping those in need which possibly inspired the future acting career for the both brothers and later his own pursuit as teacher.. He graduated from Penfield High School Ithaca College then attended Syracuse University before making a move to Hollywood in 1965 . He followed his brother to seek more work in the television industry when appearing in a 1966 episode of ABC's 12 O'Clock High a war drama. This would demonstrate both professional drive alongside personal care shown towards the sibling dynamic at the start of career with both men.
Brother's Collaboration and Geoffrey's Later Life as a Teacher and Graduate Student
Geoffrey and Peter worked side by side in an episode of NBC's The Name of the Game which aired February 1971 demonstrating the two brothers could act as a pair for collaborative television purposes. In 1980s Geoffrey was acting in plays at Ybor City neighborhood in Tampa and obtained a master’s degree at University of South Florida where his skills as performer transitioned into a new educational field. His work as substitute teacher showcases the care and respect he had with community and those around him. In 2017 he and his wife Jacqueline were officially married further creating more bonds in the actor’s life . His life journey demonstrated the talent he carried as well as how to effectively transfer skills to new professions.
Wife Jacqueline and Sister Pamela Among Family Members who Survive Geoffrey After Passing Away on December 22
Jacqueline Deuel posted on Facebook December 23rd after her husbands death also providing information of the passing for other fans friends and family to be aware and updated on recent news surrounding the television actor . Jacqueline wrote "This is Jacqueline Geoffrey’s wife" indicating close connection in the message and further explaining "At midnight last night Geoffrey passed away and is with Peter God took my ‘knight in shining armor’ gently." This statement gives a sense of strong support for both men and love and grief experienced from family and friends. Geoffrey is survived by wife Jacqueline and his younger sister Pamela further expressing those strong connections and ties. EverLoved.com listed Geoffrey’s passing on an online obiturary as well which showcased additional information for news publications to use for recent articles and obituaries that is an easy and transparent source of information about deceased’s information
Early Roles in TV and Breakthrough as Billy the Kid Contrasted By Soap Opera Acting in Y&R
Geoffrey Deuel started on screen career with 1966 series Twelve O'Clock High then worked throughout 1960's with roles in shows such as The Monkees The Invaders Mod Squad Occasional Wife and more indicating a large list of different tv genre shows. He gained major success when acting in the 1970 movie Chisum portraying Billy The Kid. Geoffrey also played roles in Terminal Island and The Chinese Caper in 1970s after his initial movie success in Chisum along with working various TV shows further solidifying his work ethic in Hollywood. He played the part of Dave Campbell in Young and the Restless for a lengthy period of time demonstrating long form series appeal alongside movies and shorts.
Legacy and Appreciation for Geoffrey Deuel's Acting Career and Positive Impact
The online obituary found at EverLoved.com stated Geoffrey Deuel lived a very prosperous life because of his remarkable accomplishments coupled with genuine love he gave to many people from the public which has impacted many for years to come. This statement demonstrated many qualities people connected with him like generosity care plus kindness which show deeper dimensions outside of solely his acting abilities. Geoffrey’s kindness and his contribution to the performing arts world is how he will always be remembered by all he met in the world throughout the course of his lifetime. The obiturary showed "May he rest in eternal peace knowing that his legacy will forever remain alive and cherished," for everyone’s knowledge and understanding the importance that the person’s life represents with many other fans that look to the Hollywood actor as inspiration and joy .