Mark Dobies, One Life to Live and Guiding Light actor, dies at 65
Mark Dobies, best known for his roles in daytime soap operas, has passed away at age 65.
According to a local obituary, Dobies died on March 11, 2025, in Dunellen, New Jersey, though the cause of death was not disclosed.
Born on April 3, 1959, in Philadelphia, Dobies transitioned from football player to actor, landing his first role in Fame L.A. in 1997. His career took off when he starred as Noah Chase in Guiding Light (2000) before joining One Life to Live in 2003 as District Attorney Daniel Colson. His character's shocking storyline—revealing his secret gay identity while being married to Nora Buchanan (Hilary B. Smith)—sparked controversy and led to criticism from GLAAD for perpetuating negative stereotypes.
Beyond soap operas, Dobies appeared in TV series such as Home Improvement, Melrose Place, Everybody Loves Raymond, Fringe, and Gossip Girl. His film credits include In My Sister's Shadow, Perception, and Greater (2016). He also starred in theater, most notably in the 2004 Off-Broadway revival of The Normal Heart.
Dobies is survived by his three children, Francesca (27), Olivia (24), and Robert (21), as well as his mother, Suzanne, brother, Paul, and sister, Sandy. His obituary honors him as a devoted father, talented actor, and passionate performer, stating, 'His legacy lives on in the lives he touched.'
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