David Canary to Retire
Five-time Daytime Emmy winner David Canary -- who has played manipulative and controlling (but lovable) millionaire Adam Chandler on All My Children since 1983 -- has announced his retirement.
"My career on All My Children has given me more than words could ever convey, both professionally and personally. I have cherished each and every moment. I would like to thank all the fans who have tuned in throughout the years. Their love and support has meant the world to me. I truly feel that I will leave the show in great hands. The viewers will be happy with how Adam departs the canvas and I know that leaving JR (Jacob Young) as head of the Chandler household will continue to provide the show with many great stories to come. This is not the last you've seen of Adam Chandler. I will be back to check up on the Chandler Clan," David said.
David, who also played Adam's gentle twin Stuart, will air through April 2010. Expect to see a scandalous end to his marriage with Annie (Melissa Claire Egan) and a reunion with an ex-wife. Which one? Take a guess -- he's got six of them (that are alive, at least). Look for the aftermath of his departure to leave a fight for power within the Chandler household.
We wish David all the best!
How would YOU like to see Adam bid adieu to Pine Valley?
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Comments (214)
I think since David is thebest heart doctor ever and he is also Dorian,s friend he should be called in to save stacies baby. also why are all those people who have done so much damage themselves allowed to torment annie and david? please do not let that baby die. Annie was sick at thetime and David did not do anything more then they did. let me see Tad let Doctor Madden die. Jake and Tad should go up on kidnapping charges. Jessie covers up crimes. He should lose his job.everyone should be reveiled.
Congratulations David on your retirement. It has been a pleasure watchin you on AMC, as well as, when you were on Bonanza. You will be missed, but truly enjoy your retirement!! Best wishes and love from all your fans!!
I will miss seeing you on AMC. The show just won't be the same now that Adam and Palmer are both retired.
I really enjoyed your work David and wish you a long and happy retirement. I have watched your performances from the beginnig and want to thank you for coming into my home each afternnoon.
JR just does not have what it takes to replace you at Chanler.
Thank you for a job well done. And farewell my daytime friend.
You will be missed David Canary. No one can take the place of Adam and Stuart. I have watched AMC since the beginning and you have certainly entertained us all. Enjoy your retirement and your family. You have certainly earned. God Bless you and yours.
I've been watching AMC, since the very first day!!!! I will never stop watching--but David---YOU WILL BE MISSED--I even remember watching ou on ----BONANZA---00ps just gave away my age!!!!! I love you as an actor and as Adam Chandler----NO ONE ---NO ONE--COULD TAKE YOUR PLACE!!!!! YOU WILL BE MISSED!
How about David Canary going to Llanview as the new matriarch of the Buchanan clan?
David Canary is the most competent actor in the entire AMC cast.
His dual roles of Stuart and Adam made the show exciting and ground breaking when I started watching so many years ago.
I always felt like I "knew" him. He has shoes that no one can fill.
I hope he comes back often for guest appearances.
Thanks for the many many memories.
David (aka) Adam will really be missed. He has given us that love, hate relationship with him for oh so long. I loved him as Candy on Bonansa too. It would be great if Adam has to be tested and he saves JR's life so that they stay connected before departs. You deserve your retirement so enjoy but remember you will so be missed.
David you will be sorley missed for both of your roles , I do hope you enjoy in health your most deserved retirement , will be watching for occasional vists from you on all my children.
AMC writer' s I would love to see jr & scott get equal in the company , colby money to start her own business , all three equal parts in the house , annie left out in the cold and out to get revenge on all chandlers.
I wish you well on your new journey in life. Enjoy your retirement. It is well earned. We will miss you so much. The show will not be the same with you & Stuart. God bless you.