'General Hospital' actor Ron Hale (78) dies
What's the story
Hollywood actor Ron Hale, renowned for his portrayal of Mike Corbin on ABC's General Hospital and Port Charles, has passed away at 78. The news of his demise was confirmed by an obituary from St. George, South Carolina, where he died on August 27. Born in Michigan, Hale's acting career spanned several decades with notable roles in popular soap operas and television shows. The cause of death has not been revealed.
Career highlights
Hale's notable roles and accolades in daytime dramas
Hale was a prominent figure in General Hospital from 1995 to 2010 and also appeared in Port Charles from 1997-2000. He is remembered for his role as Dr. Roger Coleridge on Ryan's Hope, which he played from 1975 to 1989. This performance earned him two Daytime Emmy nominations in 1979 and 1980. In addition to these roles, he had a brief stint on Search for Tomorrow.
Beyond soaps
Hale's ventures beyond soap operas and personal life
Beyond soap operas, Hale portrayed Frank Sturgis in All the President's Men and made guest appearances on TV shows like Matlock and MacGyver. His most recent role was in 2017's The Ghost and the Whale. He attended Furman University and participated in plays with Columbia's Trustus Theatre, founded by his brother Jim Thigpen. Hale is survived by his nieces and nephews Lori Brown (Janet Brabham), Max Brabham, Erin Wilson (Laurens), and Marc Brown (Betsy). May he rest in peace.