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Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Knots Landing star Lar Park Lincoln dead at 63: Soap actress also featured in iconic horror franchise
Knots Landing star Lar Park Lincoln, who featured unforgettably as the scheming femme fatale Linda Fairgate, has died aged 63. Shortly after she began appearing on the soap opera in 1987, Lincoln also joined one of the most beloved horror franchises in the genre. She acted in the 1988 film Friday The 13th Part VII: The New Blood, playing a telekinetic woman who faces off against the villainous Jason Voorhees. Over her decades-long career, she also guest-starred on iconic TV shows like Murder, She Wrote, and for years was a fixture on the home shopping channel QVC. Although she has battled breast cancer in the past, at one point undergoing 17 surgeries in the space of five years, her cause of death remains undisclosed. Her passing was announced Thursday by the Actors Audition Studios, a company she founded in her hometown of Dallas, Texas. In a post on Facebook breaking the news, the firm noted that her 'family requests privacy' and added: 'In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The SAG-AFTRA Foundation or The Entertainment Community Fund.' Born Laurie Jill Park to a military family in Dallas, she decided by the third grade that she wanted to act, she told the website Icon Vs. Icon. She got her start as a model but 'always had my eye on acting,' featuring in commercials and taking classes to hone her skills in her dream profession. Her big break came with the 1985 TV movie Children Of The Night, a movie about the founder of the real-life Los Angeles organization of the same name, which is dedicated to rescuing underage prostitutes and helping them restart their lives. 'I was playing a real girl's life story. She was a young teenage prostitute,' Lincoln recalled. 'That's where I had to learn, and what has guided me since the very beginning in 1985, that you can't be an artist if you are judging.' She then landed her fan favorite role on Knots Landing as Linda Fairgate, the scenery-chewing blonde bombshell, whom she played off and on from 1987 to 1991. Linda starts off married to Eric Fairgate (Steve Shaw), whom she leaves for his brother Michael Fairgate (Patrick Petersen), only to get board of him and stray with a string of men including her boss Greg Sumner (William Devane). Eventually, the character's machinations catch up to her, and she is murdered by the man with whom she has her last explosive affair, Brian Johnston (Philip Brown). 'I would guess Linda was popular because she was so rotten and so fun at the same time,' she told a fan website for the show a few years ago. 'I studied a few people to become Linda, as she went from the brown hair to the blonde meanie.' Lincoln remembered when the show's creator David Jacobs informed her she would be going blonde for the character, telling her: 'I'm doing this because you look so sweet and everyone will be shocked how you turn out.' After her character was killed off in 1991, she continued to act on TV, guesting on such legendary series as Beverly Hills, 90210 and Murder, She Wrote. She also worked extensively as an acting coach, founding the Actors Audition Studios in Dallas as a way for her to nurture budding talent. 'I always loved coaching actors, even when I was a young actor,' she reflected. 'I always just felt I could see things from the outside, although directing isn't something that I'm interested in. A lot of people ask me that and it's not.' In 2008 she took her educational pursuits to another level by publishing the book Get Started Not Scammed, offering advice to people starting out in showbiz. Lincoln continued acting into her last years and has shot multiple movies that have still yet to be released, including the action films Young Bolsheviks and Bad B****. She was predeceased by her husband Michael Lincoln, whom she was married to for 14 years before he succumbed to cancer in 2015 at the age of just 43. Lincoln is survived by several family members including her children Piper and Trevor, her siblings Karen and Michael and her grandchildren Audra, Benjamin, Jack and Mia.
Los Angeles Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Lar Park Lincoln, ‘Knots Landing' actor who became audition coach, dies at 63
Lar Park Lincoln, the actor known for her work in 'Knots Landing' and 'Friday the 13th Part VII' and establishing a studio to support upcoming talent, has died. Lincoln died Tuesday, her Actors Audition Studios announced Thursday in a Facebook statement. Additional details, including where the actor died and a cause of death, were not revealed. She was 63. 'Over her 45-year career, Lar left an unforgettable mark on Hollywood through her dynamic performances and dedication to mentoring aspiring actors,' the statement said. The Dallas-born actor was best known for her 'Knots Landing' tenure from 1987 to 1991 where she starred as Linda Fairgate. Linda, who earned a reputation among fans for her scheming ways, was the daughter-in-law of star Michele Lee's Karen Fairgate and was brutally murdered in Season 13. During her time on the CBS drama, Lincoln also portrayed several minor characters and shared the screen with series stars William Devane and Kevin Dobson. In addition to 'Knots Landing,' Lincoln was known for her portrayal of Tina Shepard, the teenager whose special powers awaken Jason from his grave at the bottom of the lake, in the 1988 film 'Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood.' She would later reprise the role in the fan film 'Rose Blood' released in 2021, one of her final roles. Lincoln's acting credits also include TV series 'Outlaws,' 'Highway to Heaven,' 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and 'Murder, She Wrote.' She also appeared in films 'The Princess Academy,' 'From the Dark,' 'Autumn Road' and the 2022 movie 'Ghost Party,' her final acting credit. Offscreen, Lincoln also sold her clothing line on QVC and returned to her home state to launch her Actors Audition Studios and raise a family. She published her book 'Get Started, Not Scammed,' a guide for prospective actors and models, in 2008. Under her leadership, Actors Audition Studios mentored several actors who would take their talents to the CW, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Disney, NBC and Disney, according to its website. 'It's my passion to work with actors, speakers, coaches, and authors to create their best work and soar to success,' Lincoln said on her website. 'As a person who understands just how rewarding it is to live out your wildest dreams, it's equally rewarding for me to help others reach theirs.' Laurie Park Lincoln was born May 12, 1961 and was married to husband Michael Martin Lincoln until his death in 1995. She is survived by her daughter Piper, her son Trevor, and her siblings Karen and Michael and four grandchildren. The family asks that donations be made to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation or the Entertainment Community Fund.
Fox News
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'Knots Landing,' 'Friday the 13th' actress Lar Park Lincoln dead at 63
"Knots Landing" actress Lar Park Lincoln has died. She was 63. Her daughter, Piper Lincoln, confirmed to Fox News Digital that her mother lost her battle with breast cancer on Tuesday. Piper shared that the elder Lincoln was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her death and will always be remembered as a "great mother and a great actress." Lincoln was a beloved acting coach and founder of Actors Auditions Studios in Plano, Texas. "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lar Park Lincoln, celebrated actress, founder of Actors Audition Studios, and America's beloved Audition Coach, on April 22, 2025," the Actors Audition Studios shared on its Facebook page. "Over her 45-year career, Lar left an unforgettable mark on Hollywood through her dynamic performances and dedication to mentoring aspiring actors." The Dallas native was born in 1961 and began her acting career in the mid-1980s. She gained early recognition with roles in horror films such as "Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988) and "House II: The Second Story" (1987). Her portrayal of Tina Shepard, a "telekinetic scream queen" facing off against Jason Voorhees, became a standout in the "Friday the 13th" franchise. In 1987, Lincoln joined the cast of "Knots Landing," portraying Linda Fairgate, the daughter-in-law of Karen Fairgate, played by Michele Lee. Lincoln's performance earned her a devoted fan base, and she continued to appear on the series until 1991. "Her television legacy includes her iconic five-year role as dual characters on 'Knots Landing,' alongside Michele Lee and William Devane, and her powerful lead performance in 'Children of the Night' opposite Kathleen Quinlan and Mario Van Peebles. She also guest-starred alongside legends like Michael Landon, Angela Lansbury, and Christina Applegate," the Actors Audition Studios' heartfelt tribute continued. As her acting career spanned over four decades, she went on to earn a Bronze Halo Award for her contributions to the entertainment industry. Beyond her acting career, Lincoln was passionate about mentoring aspiring actors. She founded Actors Audition Studios, where she coached students in acting skills, career development and audition techniques. Her dedication to the craft extended to her writing. In 2008, she wrote the book "Get Started, Not Scammed," as she offered guidance to actors looking to break into the entertainment industry. Lincoln is preceded in death by her husband, Michael, to whom she was married for 14 years; her parents, Jack and Marjorie Dale; and her brothers, Jack Jr. and Pat. "She is survived by her daughter, Piper (husband Tarek); son, Trevor (wife Danielle); sister, Karen (husband Harold); brother, Michael (wife Joan); four grandchildren (Aura, Benjamin, Jack, and Mia Grace); her poodle, Charlie; and countless friends, extended family, and admirers worldwide," the tribute read.
New York Post
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Lar Park Lincoln, ‘Friday the 13th' and ‘Knots Landing' actress, dead at 63
Actress Lar Park Lincoln, who starred in 'Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood' and 'Knots Landing,' has passed away. She was 63. Lincoln, who reportedly battled breast cancer for years before her death, passed away on Tuesday. Her death was announced by Actors Audition Studios, a Dallas-based company she founded. 'It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lar Park Lincoln, celebrated actress, founder of Actors Audition Studios, and America's beloved Audition Coach, on April 22, 2025,' the company said. Actress Lar Park Lincoln has passed away at the age of 63. Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images The beloved actress starred in the film 'Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood' and the popular soap opera 'Knots Landing.' Lar Park Lincoln/Facebook 'Over her 45-year career,' the statement continued, 'Lar left an unforgettable mark on Hollywood through her dynamic performances and dedication to mentoring aspiring actors.' No cause of death was given. Lincoln was born in Dallas, Texas, on May 12, 1961. She first starred in the CBS telefilm 'Children of the Night' in 1985 before appearing in episodes of 'Heart of the City,' 'Outlaws' and 'Highway to Heaven' in 1986 and 1987. Her big break came later in 1987 when she was cast as Linda Fairgate in the ninth season of the CBS soap opera 'Knots Landing.' She returned for the daytime drama's 11th season in 1989 and remained on the show until Season 13, when her character was killed off. The beloved actress then appeared on the big screen in 1988 when she starred as Tina Shepard in 'Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood.' Her character had telekinetic powers and worked to kill the slasher film villain, Jason Voorhees. This story is developing…
Forbes
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Lar Park Lincoln Dies: The ‘Knots Landing' Actress Was 63
BEL-AIR, CA - FEBRUARY 1: Actress Lar Park Lincoln attends the Cocktail Reception to Announce the ... More Upcoming Eighth Annual Jimmy Stewart Relay Marathon on February 1, 1990 at the Hotel Bel-Air in Bel-Air, California. (Photo by Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images) Lar Park Lincoln, who is remembered as the conniving Linda Fairgate on CBS' Knots Landing, died from undisclosed causes on April 22. She was 63. 'It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lar Park Lincoln, celebrated actress, founder of Actors Audition Studios, and America's beloved Audition Coach, on April 22, 2025,' posted the Actors Audition Studios on Facebook. 'Over her 45-year career, Lar left an unforgettable mark on Hollywood through her dynamic performances and dedication to mentoring aspiring actors.' Born Laurie Jill 'Lar' Lincoln on May 12, 1961 in Dallas, she joined the cast of Knots Landing in 1987 as the new wife of Eric Fairgate (Steve Shaw) and daughter-in-law of Michele Lee as Karen Fairgate MacKenzie. But, in time (and in typical soap opera fashion), Lincoln's Linda eventually left Eric for his brother Michael (Pat Petersen). In 1988, Lincoln also played "Sally's Friend" in eight episodes of season 10 of Knots Landing. She exited the long-running series in 1991 after her Linda Fairgate character was abruptly killed off. Cast portrait of the TV soap opera series 'Knots Landing,' 1991. Front row, left to right: ... More Nicollette Sheridan, Michele Lee, Joan Van Ark, and Kent Masters King. Back row, left to right: Joseph Gian, William Devane, Michelle Phillips, Kevin Dobson, Lar Park-Lincoln, Pat Petersen, and Ted Shackelford. Lar Park Lincoln made her acting debut in the 1985 made-for-television movie Children of the Night. Following guest spots in TV dramas Heart of the City, Hunter and Outlaws, she played the leading role in the 1987 comedy film The Princess Academy. In 1988, she appeared in slasher film Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood. Next were guest appearances in Murder, She Wrote, Space: Above and Beyond and Beverly Hills, 90210. After taking a break to focus on selling her own line of clothing on QVC, Lincoln returned to acting in 2005 in two episodes of the cop show parody City of Justice. Other credits included horror films Sky Sharks (2020), 13 Fanboy (2021) and Rose Blood: A Friday the 13th Fan Film (2021), which continued the story of Tina Shepard, her character from Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood. Her last role was in 2022's Ghost Party. Lar Park Lincoln is survived by her daughter Piper, son Trevor, sister Karen, brother Michael and four grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband of 14 years, Michael Lincoln, who died in December 2015.
