Erin Gray Breaks Silence on ‘Buck Rogers’ Costar Gil Gerard’s Death

Michelle Stein December 20, 2025

Gil Gerard, Erin Gray in 'Buck Rogers in teh 25th Century' — Universal Television / Courtesy: Everett Collection

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Erin Gray paid tribute to her Buck Rogers in the 25th Century co-star Gil Gerard, expressing deep sadness over his passing and recalling their long friendship and shared experiences.
Gray fondly remembered their recent appearance together at Gerard’s last Comic Con, highlighting the emotional standing ovation he received from fans.
Fans joined Gray in honoring Gerard’s legacy, sharing memories of his impact as Buck Rogers and expressing condolences and admiration for both actors.

Erin Gray just broke her silence on her Buck Rogers in the 25th Century costar Gil Gerard‘s death.

On Friday, December 19, the actress, 75, took to Facebook with a touching tribute to her former costar, who died at 82 on Tuesday, December 16.

“I’m deeply saddened by Gil’s passing. My heart goes out to his wife, Janet, and son, Tyler,” Gray captioned her update. “Gil was an important part of my life for over 52 years. Our stories are intertwined. We had so many enjoyable times on set, and then going to Comic Cons over the years. He could be immensely charming and could certainly make me laugh, often uncontrollably.”

She continued, “I’m glad I got to spend some time with him recently in San Antonio at his last Comic Con, Space Con. We enjoyed being on stage together again, answering questions and sharing our stories. I especially loved witnessing Gil receiving a very long standing ovation as he shuffled slowly with his walker and valiantly crossed the stage, with the fans cheering him on inch by inch.”

To conclude her tribute, Gray declared, “He was Buck Rogers after all, an action hero with a twinkle in his eye, demonstrating commitment and courage and awakening joyful comforting memories in his fans. Rest in peace, my dear.”

In the comments, Gray’s followers joined her in honoring Gerard and sharing fond memories.

One fan wrote, “I’m so sorry for your loss, Erin. I was just reflecting with a friend who I hadn’t seen since those days that watching Gil on TV was one of the big things we had in common. He was a part of all our lives.”

Another confessed, “That brought tears to my eyes, Erin. I absolutely loved you and Gil in Buck Rogers.”

Someone else shared, “Gil’s spirit lives on. Absolutely loved you both in Buck Rogers. Sending all my love .”

Meanwhile, yet another, “Rest in peace, Buck. See you out there in the stars.”

Buck Rogers in the 25th Century aired for two seasons from 1979 to 1981. While Gerard played the titular character, Gray played his romantic interest, Colonel Wilma Deering. The series also featured Felix Silla, Mel Blanc, Tim O’Connor, Eric Server, and more.