Greg Vaughan Reflects on Anthony Geary’s Quiet Legacy
- - Greg Vaughan Reflects on Anthony Geary’s Quiet Legacy
Johnathon KornbleeDecember 16, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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Daytime Emmy-winning actor Anthony Geary, best known for his decades-long portrayal of Luke Spencer on the ABC soap opera General Hospital, died over the weekend at age 78. His death was confirmed following complications from a recent medical procedure. News of Geary’s passing prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the daytime television community.
Among those honoring Geary is Greg Vaughan, who portrayed Luke’s on-screen son, Lucky Spencer, on General Hospital from 2003 to 2009. Vaughan shared a heartfelt tribute to the late actor in a post on Instagram.
Los Angeles, CA - 2007: (L-R) Anthony Geary, Angel M Wainwright, Jackie Zeman, Julie Berman, Greg Vaughan appearing in the ABC tv series 'General Hospital'. (Photo by Adam Larkey /American Broadcasting Companies via Getty Images)
Vaughan opened his tribute by writing, “There are people who fill a room by demanding attention. And then there are people like Tony — who never asked for it, yet held it effortlessly.”
The Daytime Emmy reflected on how fortunate he felt to work alongside Geary, adding, “For nearly seven years, I had the privilege of standing beside him on General Hospital, portraying his son, Lucky… and if anyone was Lucky, it was me!”
Vaughan went on to share Geary’s approach to his craft, writing, “What I came to understand quickly was that Tony wasn’t interested in being celebrated — he was interested in being present. Present in the work. Present with his fellow actors. Present in the quiet moments that mattered far more than applause.”Recalling a moment early in his time on the series, Vaughan shared a memory from the 2004 Daytime Emmy Awards. “When I first joined the show, months later we found ourselves in New York for the Emmys,” he wrote. “Tony took me under his wing without fanfare, without hierarchy — just generosity. Sitting front row at Radio City Music Hall with him wasn’t about the ceremony. It was about being beside someone who carried himself with humility, curiosity, and kindness, even in moments meant to shine a light on him.”Vaughan also reflected on a deeply personal moment from filming the soap opera, “One of my most treasured memories is a scene where my character lay on life support. Tony leaned in, called me “Cowboy,” and softly sang “Don’t Fence Me In.” It was simple. Tender. And unforgettable. He had me welling up while I was trying to be still. That was Tony — never pushing, never performing for effect, just telling the truth of the moment.” This episode originally aired on February 15, 2005.Vaughan concluded his tribute expressing gratitude for Geary’s lasting impact on his life and career, writing, “He taught me that greatness doesn’t announce itself. It listens. It gives. It lifts others quietly. His impact on my life — personally and professionally — didn’t come from lessons spoken out loud, but from how he showed up every day with love and a smile.”The actor concluded his post, sharing, “I am deeply grateful for the time, the trust, and the humanity he shared with me.Tony, thank you for the work, the love, the laughter, the guidance — and for reminding me that the most meaningful legacies are carried softly.You will always be with me.R.I.P. 🕊️💔🙏🏼”
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Vaughan continues to act and can currently be seen on CBS daytime’s newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates.
Beyond the Gates airs weekdays on CBS and streams weeknights on Paramount+.
This story was originally published by Parade on Dec 17, 2025, where it first appeared in the TV section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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