The actor, who brought warmth and adventure to the iconic '70s kids show 'Land of the Lost', has passed away at 86, leaving behind a legacy cherished by fans and colleagues alike.
- Jun 26, 2024
AceShowbiz - Spencer Milligan, known for his role as Rick Marshall in the first two seasons of the 1970s fantasy adventure series "Land of the Lost", has died at the age of 86. Milligan passed on April 18, as confirmed by an obituary from Huehns Funeral Home in his adopted hometown of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.
Wesley Eure, who played his son Will on the show, paid heartfelt tribute to Milligan in a Facebook post, saying, "For many of us, and Spencer's many fans, he was the perfect dad. We loved his kindness, talent and huge sense of humor... Our hearts go out to his lovely wife and Spencer's many friends and family."
"Land of the Lost", a creation of 1970s TV producing legends Sid and Marty Krofft, saw Milligan's character and his fictional family, consisting of son Will and daughter Holly. transported back to prehistoric times. The family faced numerous challenges, from battling dinosaurs to grappling with hissing lizard men known as Sleestak and befriending Pakuni, an ape-like species including one named Cha-Ka, who eventually learned to speak English.
Milligan's portrayal of the caring and adventurous dad, Rick Marshall, resonated deeply with audiences. However, his journey with the show ended after two seasons. He left after seeking fair compensation for the show's various merchandise ventures, which included lunch boxes, coloring books, and board games. Milligan was succeeded by Ron Harper, who stepped in as Will and Holly's uncle Jack for the third and final season. Harper also passed away recently in March, marking another loss for "Land of the Lost" fans.
