The Original Cast of 'Dallas': Where Are They Now – 30+ Pics

From sudden deaths and heartbreaks to surprise romances and second chances, here's what happened to the show's cast after the cameras stopped rolling.

They were the faces of scandal, sexiness, and power in the most explosive drama of the 1980s. Now, decades later, the stars of "Dallas" have faced heartache, triumph, and unforgettable twists of fate.

Larry Hagman

He was the swaggering villain America loved to hate — J. R. Ewing, the ruthless oil baron who became the very soul of "Dallas."

But in a twist as poignant as any scripted finale, the actor sadly died in November 2012 in a Dallas hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and friends who had gathered for Thanksgiving — a heartbreaking yet poetic goodbye.

Ken Kercheval

As Cliff Barnes, J. R. Ewing's tireless nemesis, Kercheval was a fixture of drama and betrayal — and one of only two actors to remain through all 14 seasons of the show.

However, in April 2019, the curtain fell. The actor died at 83, his death confirmed by a spokeswoman at Frist Funeral Home in Clinton, Indiana, the former "Dallas" star's hometown.

Barbara Bel Geddes

She was Miss Ellie, the formidable matriarch who held the Ewing empire together with grace and grit. Offscreen, Geddes was just as revered, building a legendary career that spanned theater, film, and Alfred Hitchcock thrillers.

Then, in August 2005, she died peacefully at home in Northeast Harbor, Maine, at the age of 82. Her passing marked the loss of the show's emotional anchor, the woman who gave "Dallas" its moral spine.

Patrick Duffy

As Bobby Ewing, Duffy was the moral compass of the Ewing clan — noble, loyal, and heartbreakingly human. Offscreen, the actor's own story would mirror those emotional highs and lows.

For 48 years, he was married to ballet dancer Carlyn Rosser, who died of cancer in 2017. Grief engulfed him. He retreated into life as a widower — focusing on his sons and his four grandchildren.

But in a twist that surprised even him, Duffy found love again in 2020 with "Happy Days" actress Linda Purl. "I never thought for a minute this would happen again. I never thought I'd feel this way again," he said.

Linda Gray

She made the character Sue Ellen unforgettable — the elegant yet tormented wife of J. R. Ewing — and it was not long before the actress's smoldering performance turned her into an '80s sex symbol and an international star.

By the 2000s, she took on fresh roles, including a stint on "The Bold and the Beautiful," and returned to the stage. But it was her reappearance in the "Dallas" reboot that thrilled fans, bringing her original character back in all her tragic beauty.

Now in her 80s, Gray lives with gratitude, walking daily in reflection. A survivor of childhood polio, she says every moment is a blessing.

Steve Kanaly

As Ray Krebbs, Kanaly was the rough-edged ranch hand who brought blue-collar grit to Ewing oil money. After "Dallas" ended, he made a triumphant return in the reboot, reminding viewers why his character mattered so much. His legacy? The working-class soul of Southfork.

Howard Keel

When Keel joined the cast in the 1980s as Clayton Farlow, Miss Ellie's second husband, he already had a Hollywood legacy — "Annie Get Your Gun," "Calamity Jane," and more.

Still, "Dallas" breathed new life into his career, making him a household name all over again. But in November 2004, he sadly died at 85 from colon cancer, as confirmed by his son.

Victoria Principal

Principal played Pamela Barnes, the compassionate outsider who found herself torn between two feuding families. She ultimately spent nine memorable years on "Dallas" and never looked back.

However, since 2012, the actress has lived on a ranch outside Los Angeles, devoting her life to rescuing animals. When the show was rebooted, she declined to return, believing her character's story was complete.

She briefly reunited with her castmates in 2004 for a CBS special, but otherwise, has chosen privacy, purpose, and family over the spotlight.

Charlene Tilton

As Lucy Ewing, Tilton was wild, reckless, and irresistible. She subsequently became a poster girl of the '80s, splashed across magazines as the nation's favorite bad girl. However, looking back, she confessed, "I had no idea how beautiful I was."

Today, the actress lives in Nashville near her daughter and grandsons, balancing family life with a steady acting career. But fans will always remember her as the Ewing niece who refused to behave.

"Lucy is more beautiful than ever," one netizen shared. Another added, "Still got it! Love to you and Cherish!"

Priscilla Presley

Priscilla Presley brought elegance and mystique to her role as Jenna Wade, but was already famous long before "Dallas" as the former wife of Elvis Presley.

Sadly, in January 2023, the actress suffered an unimaginable loss when her daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, died at age 54. In a statement full of sorrow, she called her "my beautiful daughter" and confirmed the devastating news.

Susan Howard

As Donna Culver Krebbs, Howard was brainy, assertive, and one of the few characters who could go toe-to-toe with the Ewings. After "Dallas," she stepped away from acting and threw herself into political activism and public affairs — forging a second act beyond Hollywood.

Audrey Landers

Landers played Afton Cooper, the sultry nightclub singer with eyes for Ewing's money and a talent for drama. The actress made waves during her time on "Dallas," and continues to perform while maintaining a social media presence.

Sheree Wilson

As April Stevens, Wilson brought new intrigue — and romance — to the later seasons of "Dallas." She went on to act in both film and television, including faith-based and indie projects.

Cathy Podewell

Podewell was the sweet yet steely Cally Harper, J. R. Ewing's second wife and the unexpected heart of the show's final chapters. Following "Dallas," the actress disappeared from the spotlight to focus on her personal life, only to later return with new roles in film and TV.

Though the oil fields of Southfork have long since gone silent, the stars who brought them to life have etched their stories into TV history. Their faces, their voices, their unforgettable roles — they are burned into the memory of a generation.