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Gordon Thomson

Acting Born Mar 2, 1945 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 24 credits

Biography

Gordon Thomson (born March 2, 1945) is a Canadian actor known for his roles in various TV shows and films. He gained widespread recognition for portraying Adam Carrington in the popular 1980s series "Dynasty." His career spans across television, film, and theatre, with notable appearances in soap operas like "Santa Barbara" and "The Young and the Restless." Gordon was the Canadian children's show Polka Dot Door's first male host in 1971. Thomson continues to be an influential figure in the entertainment industry, showcasing his talent and versatility across different mediums.

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Known for

Beverly Hills, 90210

as Mr. Parish

Murder, She Wrote

as Kendall Stafford

Murder, She Wrote

as Daniel McGuire

The Nanny

as Chandler

Dynasty

as Adam Carrington

Full filmography

  • Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Mr. Parish
  • Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Kendall Stafford
  • Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Daniel McGuire
  • The Nanny (1993) as Chandler
  • Dynasty (1981) as Adam Carrington
  • Wogan (1982) as Self
  • Sunset Beach (1997) as  A.J. Deschanel
  • Finder of Lost Loves (1984) as Jim Chasen
  • Poseidon (2006) as Jay
  • Little Miss Sunshine (2006) as Larry Sugarman
  • State of Grace (2001) as George
  • Santa Barbara (1984) as Mason Capwell
  • Grosse Pointe (2000) as Dr. Evangelitis
  • Love at First Sight (1992) as Michael
  • The Donor (1995) as Dr. Jonathan Cross
  • The Experience (2019) as Nick
  • Jim Henson's Tales from Muppetland (2009) as Sir Robin the Brave
  • Suzanne (1981) as Greg
  • Hammer Horror: The Warner Bros. Years (2018) as Self
  • Love (1982) as Tony ("Love From the Market Place")
  • Leopard in the Snow (1979) as Michael Framley
  • The Family Man (1979) as Dance Instructor
  • Man of Her Dreams (1997) as Leo Carson
  • Ladies of the House (2008) as Stan