Gil Gerard, the iconic actor behind Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, passed away on December 16, 2025, at 82, after battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer. His wife, Janet Gerard, shared the news on social media, saying he was surrounded by loved ones in hospice care ¹ ² ³.
In a heartfelt final message, Gil wrote: “My life has been an amazing journey. The opportunities I’ve had, the people I’ve met, and the love I have given and received have made my 82 years on the planet deeply satisfying… Don’t waste your time on anything that doesn’t thrill you or bring you love. See you out somewhere in the cosmos” ¹ ³ ⁴.
Gil’s portrayal of Buck Rogers in the 1979-81 NBC series cemented his place in sci-fi history. Fans and colleagues remember him as a kind, compassionate, and brave hero, both on-screen and off ⁵ ⁶ ⁷.
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