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Added on 19 April, 2008 InspirationGilbert Gerard, better known as Gil Gerard (January 23, 1943) is an American actor. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, he is most famous for his role as Captain William "Buck" Rogers in the 1979-1981 television series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. He was married to Connie Sellecca (1979-1987) and they have a son, Gilbert "Gib" Vincent Gerard born in 1981. Gerard also has a daughter. Most recently, Gerard appeared on the show Action Hero Makeover on the Discovery Health Channel, which documented his year-long progress after undergoing life-saving mini-gastric bypass surgery. According to the show, he had been struggling with his weight for 40 years, losing weight only to gain it back, and by the time of the program's production, he had ballooned to over 350 pounds, and had many life-threatening health problems. A year after the surgery, he has lost 145 pounds. Gerard is an avid golfer, and has played in several celebrity golf tournaments. He is an active supporter of the Special Olympics, and takes part in other children's causes. He continues to produce, acting only occasionally. Inspiration Linkhttp://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi... ![]() ![]() |
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