Person Biography:
Gordon Thomson is a renowned Canadian actor who has been active in the entertainment industry for over three decades. Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, he began his career in theater, performing in various productions at the Stratford Festival and other notable theaters in Canada and the United States.
Thomson's breakthrough role came when he was cast as Adam Carrington in the ABC Television prime-time drama Dynasty (1981),a role that earned him a Golden Globe nomination in 1988 and several Soap Opera Digest award nominations. He played the character from 1982 to 1989, making him one of the most recognizable faces on television at the time.
After Dynasty, Thomson continued to work in television, appearing in a range of shows including Santa Barbara, Sunset Beach, The Young and the Restless, Passions, and Days of Our Lives. He also had roles in several films, including the Oscar-winning Little Miss Sunshine and Wolfgang Petersen's Poseidon.
In recent years, Thomson has focused on his work in web series, co-starring in the Emmy-nominated daytime drama web-series DeVanity (2011) and the new online drama Winterthorne. His latest role as family patriarch Maxmillian Winterthorne has earned him critical acclaim and numerous award nominations.
Throughout his career, Thomson has demonstrated his versatility as an actor, taking on a wide range of roles in theater, television, and film. His dedication to his craft has earned him a reputation as one of the most talented and respected actors in the industry.
