One Life To Live's Phil Carey Dies

Actorhas lost his battle with lung cancer.

Carey, 83, passed away at his home in New York City on Friday, February 6, following a long struggle with the disease.

The star was best known for playing formidable business tycoon Asa Buchanan on the soap opera "One Life To Live," first appearing on the show in 1980 before making his last appearance on December 29, 2008.

He also appeared on the big screen, with roles in films such as "This Woman is Dangerous," "Calamity Jane," "Pushover," and "Monster."

He is survived by his wife and their two children, as well as three children from a previous marriage.

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