Buck Rogers Icon Gil Gerard Dies at 82, Leaves Heartfelt Final Words: Gil Gerard, the charismatic star of the 1979 sci-fi series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, passed away on December 16, 2025, at age 82 after a swift battle with a rare, aggressive cancer. His wife, Janet, announced the news on Facebook, revealing that from diagnosis to death spanned just days, sharing her devastation: "Early this morning Gil – my soulmate – lost his fight... Hold your loved ones close and cherish them fiercely. In a poignant final message prepared for release after his passing, Gerard reflected on his extraordinary life. "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," he wrote, adding, "Don't waste your time on anything that doesn't thrill you or bring you love. See you out somewhere in the cosmos.Fans mourn the loss amid a tough year for Hollywood and music icons, echoing the user's note on actors and R&B legends departing. Gerard, who lived in Georgia with Janet for 18 years and is survived by son Gib from his marriage to Connie Sellecca, leaves a legacy of witty heroism that thrilled generations. Story By self proclaim Dr Donnell Ballard #JackieGleason #CelebrityLoss #RichardGere #RichardGere
