Dynasty is making a huge return on Wednesday, Oct. 11, when the iconic series comes back on the CW. Fans of the Carrington family saga, get ready for a blast from the past! To mark this momentous occasion, Closer caught up exclusively with some of the legendary stars from the original '80s soap opera. They spilled the tea on some unforgettable behind-the-scenes drama. Let’s dive in!
Joan Collins: The Queen of Drama
Let’s face it, Joan Collins was the heart of Dynasty as Alexis Carrington. But behind the scenes, things weren’t always rosy. According to Gordon Thompson, who played Adam Carrington, Joan often felt overshadowed by Linda Evans, who portrayed the beloved Krystle. "Joan was jealous of Linda because she was so adored by the entire cast," Gordon revealed. "Linda was not only stunning to look at but had a heart of gold." Fans clearly favored Krystle over Alexis, which didn’t sit well with Joan. Despite this rivalry, Diahann Carroll, who played Dominique Deveraux, remained close friends with Joan. "Joan and I were friends in real life," Diahann shared, proving that not all drama on set stayed on screen.
Joan Collins in all her Dynasty glory.
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Playboy Photoshoot Sparks Chaos
When Joan posed for Playboy, it sent shockwaves through the set. John Forsythe, who played Blake Carrington, was not amused. "John stormed into Aaron Spelling’s office and said, 'How dare she?'" recalled Gordon. John was fiercely protective of the show’s image and worried that Joan’s bold move might tarnish it. This wasn’t the only time John had issues with the storyline. He strongly opposed writers trying to make his character cheat on Krystle with Lady Ashley Mitchell, played by Ali MacGraw. When Ali arrived on set, John made sure his stance was clear. "There was a huge bouquet of flowers from John with a card that read, 'This is not going to happen,'" Gordon remembered. Talk about loyalty!
Under the Spotlight: The Pressure to Perform
Pamela Sue Martin, who played Fallon Colby, felt the weight of the show’s immense pressure. In 1984, she decided to leave the series. "She couldn’t handle the stress anymore," explained John James, who played her husband Jeff. Her departure meant bringing in Emma Samms to take over the role, but fans quickly embraced her. The demands on the actors were relentless. Linda Evans, who played Krystle, shared a memorable moment from the infamous 1983 lily pond fight. "They had us fight on our knees to make it look more dangerous," she said. That’s dedication, folks!
