Clive Clerk was a talented actor, dancer, and artist who starred in the original Broadway cast of A Chorus Line and the soap opera Days of Our Lives. He died on June 22, 2005 in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 59. But what was the cause of his death? And why did he change his name to Clive Wilson later in his career? In this article, we will explore the life and death of Clive Clerk and try to answer some of these questions.
Early Life and Career
Clive Clerk was born on October 17, 1945 in Trinidad. He moved to Canada as a young boy and then to New York City at the age of 17 to pursue acting. His first role was as Wang San in the road company of Flower Drum Song. He was then spotted and given a lead role in the 1963 film The Seven Day Idol.
In the mid-1960s, Clive played in the original Broadway cast of A Chorus Line as Larry, assistant to choreographer Zach. He also appeared in several other films and TV shows, such as Send Me No Flowers, Dear Brigitte, Billie, I Spy, The Virginian, and The Rat Patrol. His most well-known role was as David Martin on the daytime soap Days of Our Lives from 1966 to 1967.
Name Change and Artistic Pursuits
After A Chorus Line, Clive changed his name to Clive Wilson and worked professionally as an abstract painter and artist. His work was displayed in galleries on both the East and West coasts. He also worked as an interior designer and decorated the apartment of actor and author Thomas Tryon on Central Park West, which was featured in Architectural Digest.
Clive and Thomas had a closeted romantic relationship during the early 1970s. Thomas was a famous actor who starred in films such as The Cardinal, The Story of Ruth, and The Other. He later became a successful novelist and wrote several horror and historical fiction books. Thomas died of stomach cancer in 1991 at the age of 65.
Death and Legacy
Clive died on June 22, 2005 in Los Angeles, California. The cause of his death has not been confirmed by any official sources. Some speculate that he died of AIDS-related complications, while others suggest that he committed suicide or suffered from a heart attack. His death was not widely reported by the media and he did not have a public funeral or memorial service.
Clive is remembered by his fans and friends as a talented and versatile performer who had a charismatic presence on stage and screen. He was also a gifted artist who expressed his creativity through painting and design. He left behind a legacy of artistic achievements that are still admired by many today.
