‘Dynasty’ actor passes away shortly after cancer diagnosis

Michael Nader, best known for his role in the television series Dynasty, died on Monday at the age of 76 after a long battle with cancer.

Nader died on Monday, August 23, at his home in Northern California, according to his wife Jodi Lister.

“With sorrowful heart, I’m announcing the news of the demise of my beloved, Michael,” Lister said in a statement to Michael Fairman TV.

“With the many dogs we fostered and adopted over the years, we had 18 beautiful years together. Michael was recently overjoyed to reconnect with his Dynasty castmates during Emma Samms’ virtual event to raise cash for Long-Covid research,” the statement read.

“He was a beautiful and fascinating man with many talents and skills. I will miss him forever,” it added.

Only 10 days before his death on August 23, Nader was diagnosed with an incurable form of cancer.

“It grieves me to deliver the sad news that my husband, Michael Nader, passed away at home on August 23rd,” Lister said on Facebook, reflecting on the difficult week. On Friday the 13th, he was diagnosed with incurable illness and died 10 days later with me and his best fur friend Storm at his side.”

“His death and diagnosis were sudden and unexpected and I have never experienced such agony as watching my soul mate die before my eyes. He was loved by so many and treasured his fans and their letters and emails. He responded to them all,” she added.