Richard Hatch ● A Simple Tribute

Richard Hatch (21 May 1945 - 7 February 2017)
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[@TorchMagick]

I had the honour and pleasure of meeting Mr. Hatch some years back at a local sci-fi expo. He was very much like Captain Apollo-kind,intelligent,and interested in others. He autographed all my BSG stuff and I had my picture taken with him. He made me feel like a good friend,and though I didn't know him like many others,I'm sad that he's gone. RIP,Richard.SO SAY WE ALL!

[@kishannaconandoyle1907]

Didnt know Richard was passed... I'm so sorry. I was a Galactica huge fan. Rest Peacefully dear mr. Hatch! From Italy with love.

[@carolinebennett9045]

My first crush. Loved him to bits. Great actor. Will be sorely missed. RIP Richard. Never forgotten. Xxxxxx

[@CSICyn]

Richard was such a gentleman. He was kind, had a sense of humor and he was humble. Richard was also a wonderful actor, speaker and teacher. Rest in peace sweet friend, you are missed.

[@terigarrison6486]

I have to post the tribute to my dear friend. But anyone that knew him for even a little while would say that, too. There was no one that wasn't Richard's friend from the moment he walked in the room... and if you didn't think you were he would have eventually made you warm up to him with a joke or two or listening ear... his ability to listen deeply being one of the finest in the business. Richard's ability to truly listen to you ... really listen ...was what made him a consummate actor... passionate teacher and adorable friend. Would he mind me posting here? No, not at all especially if it was in the name of Truth which he was constantly seeking or making even one person smile. We would talk about this kind of stuff occasionally... he was a chief researcher... although his focus for his work was intense and sometimes all-consuming. But that's what made him great. His passion for his BG projects spilled over into so many arenas: He was an incredible acting coach -generous with his wisdom and encouragement to new actors. He and my son had plans in development for a sci-fi video game. We feel his absence often and gratitude forever for his place in our lives. When I first came to the City of Angels chasing dreams, I fell quickly into Richard's baseball team in Beverly Glen. Interesting people would pop in and out of the team and of the game including his son whom he adored. It was Richard's team spirit and coaching that kept it going. It was an impossible dream I got to be part of those bright saturday afternoons in Beverly Glen. He lived more as a citizen of the universe than just a native Californian. There was always a part of him in the spirit... one foot in this world and one foot in the other...that's where we connected very much as well. I will miss his remarkable blue eyes, his gigantic soul so full of unending hope... and his very generous hugs.

[@MC-342]

I had such a big crush on him when he was on All My Children. RIP love💖💖💖

[@lynnkanerva5005]

I first remember Richard Hatch from "Deadman's Curve" about singers Jan and Dean. I was in high school, and been a fan ever since. He was and still is my favorite actor♥ I still watch Battlestar Galactica just to see him. I really felt bad when I heard he passed away. The last time I felt bad like that was....Elvis. Not only was Richard gorgeous, he seemed like a real sweetheart. You are missed. RIP sweetie♥

[@1211terrier]

I had it the other way around: I knew him from BG and suddenly realised he played Jan in the film Dead man's curve, which I loved as well! He was more then a crush for me. More like a mentor or supporter in hard times. And an inspiration: never give up.

[@cathyskywalker77]

I saw Deadman's Curve 8 times, still a big Battlestar Galactica fan(have the only season on dvd in a box shaped like a Cylon's head) and Jan and Dean was my first concert. They were at Oakdale Theater in Wallingford CT in June of 1981.

[@teresaavizienis8491]

Same here. I thought he was great in "Deadman's Curve," playing Jan Berry from the beginning and the height of their fame, through his car crash, rehabilitation, and comeback. I saw Jan and Dean in concert about 1988/89 and I thought Richard really portrayed Jan well. RIP Richard and Jan.

[@bachittarlehal1779]

My childhood hero

[@quiltmomma5157]

I remember him as Phil on All My Children. Gorgeous.

[@Fatimasing63]

sad, I had a big crush on him. RIP

[@classicgalactica5879]

RIP Richard Hatch, the real Captain Apollo; thank you for the memories, and for a show I still love to this day. Long live TOS.

[@sharonramone7186]

So sad. Loved him in "All My Children" "The Waltons".

[@cathyskywalker77]

Beautifully done!!! Had a big crush on him, since 1978 when I was 16, and it grew into a genuine respect for this wonderful human being over the years. I've got a few of his novels, never had the chance to meet him. Wish I could have but...We all could use someone like Captain Apollo in our lives, an honourable character brought to life by Richard. May you rest in peace, my Captain. So say we all.

[@lliamjurdom9505]

He was a beautiful man

[@ginawiggles918]

Sorry to hear of his death. I enjoyed him on All My Children as a high school kid. I'm now around the age he died. We are here but for a very short time. Make the most of it.

[@eduardogomez2913]

Gone, but not forgotten. Thanks for the memories. May you space travel among the stars now. 😢

[@Yola386]

Most gorgeous man on the planet, too bad they don’t have men like that today, RIP Mr. Hatch.

[@WhoStew]

He was a great man worked with today’s youth. They had the greatest gift 💝 of all.

[@sierria64]

rest in peace Richard I had such a crush on you when I saw Battlestar Galactica I only watch that show because I was in love with the character of Howell I was 11 years old I'll go through the years you got older you still just as handsome as the day I first laid eyes on you rest in peace

[@raechelyndawn2580]

While men were busy watching Charlie's angels, etc. back in the day... it was nice to be able to admire some hunky men and Hatch was one of those guys! He was also a great actor and seemed genuinely kind. I miss him. Rest In peace Richard. 💖💖💖

[@CyberScifi]

No. He is not going to be forgotten!! To say the least.

[@brendabusshart3671]

My cousin and I used to fight over him about who liked him more and thought he was Georgous! we loved Battle Star Galactica! Rest in Peace

[@annbeth6730]

He was in a couple of Walton episodes

[@lorihogue5015]

I watched Phil and Tara on 'All My Children' as a child. Fond memories.

[@DarleneDeCicco]

great actor that and an extremely handsome man

[@shelter9236]

Didn't know he passed. I loved his eyes, so soulful, and his shows he was on. Got to see him at a Whole Life Expo back in the 90s, he was a speaker, so was also a spiritual person.

[@karenpokorny77]

Loved the Phillip-Tara romance on AMC. They were so perfect together.

[@carlpi1495]

Richard had the biggest heart, the biggest strength and devotion in his friends and family and actors. I love him being in dial star Galactica he was so good at what he did on that show but after show, he showed dedication, courage and wisdom, and we will all miss him. My heart goes out to the family and friends on my behalf. He is now in a better place I remember which he is always in our souls.

[@matturban9103]

I got to meet Mr. Hatch at a sci fi con and saw him at others cons after that. He seemed like a nice guy.

[@kathrynmolesa1641]

He was so good in Deadman's Curve.

[@agnesflorsalm4452]

I love this guy. I watched all his episodes in the Streets of San Franciscco, his appearances in the Battle of the Network Stars, and in Battlestar Galactica.

[@victorthegee2652]

My favorite actor in "Battlestar Galactica" much respect and blessings Apollo, you made my imagination unfold in all these episodes. The Legacy lives on

[@diannesabido8156]

It is hard to find out that this fine young actor passed away in 2017. I loved him in All My Children and have many memorable scenes in my mind, like with Erica got pregnant with his child, and so on. I will miss him.

[@melaniekaufman7984]

I had the biggest crush on him,he was gorgeous he has a smile.That you could see.How sweet he was.And had beautifull soft eyes.I have tear rolling down my face,again for him

[@califwillie4247bd]

Rest in Peace brother...miss your beautiful face.

[@aceludenberg6476]

rip legend Richard Hatch!2017!

[@aliciabeatrizromero1845]

Hermoso hombre lo admiraba desde las calles de san fracisco💔 QEPD.

[@franknicholson6108]

I never met the man however I can't believe I was younger then him by 7 years. He will be seriously missed. MAY HE REST IN PEACE

[@greeneyes29349]

I always loved Richard. He was such a beautiful man!! Also very talented.

[@MariaLima-vi8vg]

He was handsome RIP, Richard

[@jacquelinerussell8530]

Three words "ALL MY CHILDREN" continue to rest in peaceful paradise Mr Hatch

[@harperstacey9604]

Richard hatch was a very handsome man.

[@jacquelinerussell8530]

@@harperstacey9604 Yes he definitely was a cutie pie. Hes what got me into Watching "All my Children" soap opera back in the day

[@harperstacey9604]

Do you notice that most stars of yesterday are dropping like flies?

[@harperstacey9604]

@@jacquelinerussell8530 richard hatch was the rob lowe of the seventies.

[@jacquelinerussell8530]

@@harperstacey9604 Yes, at an alarming rate and it really saddens me some my age some older some younger. Most of my idols from the golden age 😞are now gone

[@ishenichole7340]

Handsome man 💖

[@timpenfield5]

GREAT ACTOR, Saw him at a con n Anahiem in 2014, he looked good, never suspected he was sick, did not know he was in his 70s either, wish i had spoken to him. The new Galactica sucked, they shoulda listened to Mr. Hatch. REST IN PIECE CAPTAIN APOLLO,

[@jacenstarhunter8988]

R.I.P. Richard Hatch you helped keep my love and a bond for Science Fiction Unbreakable.

[@anniemaull5605]

RIP and thanks for the memories.

[@elizabethkowols4481]

I met Mr. Hatch at DragonCon. My habit was to go around the "Walk of Fame", where the celebrities did signings & some would take photos with you at their tables. I'd talk to people I knew, and he quickly became one of those! We were also on the same flight after the convention, one year, and I told him the following year that I had (quietly!) hummed the Battlestar Galactica theme as we were taking off, lol! He also gave the best hugs!

[@raulluna4322]

gran actor lo siguia desde la serie tv galactica r.i.p

[@katherinebooth1708]

had his picture in my corner, didnt get my own room, mother's boyfriend paul talbot made sure of that, thank you richard

[@emilyjones7724]

He was my first crush. My dad told me that when "The Streets of San Francisco" came on, I would run around the house yelling "Steets! Steets!" Then came Captain Apollo. He was stunningly handsome and talented. My friend Bill went to one of those sci-fi conventions back east one year when he was there. Bill asked the captain to sign a photograph for me. "To Emily. Love, Richard Hatch. Captain Apollo." It hangs in a prominent place in my home. So many lovely memories.

[@harperstacey9604]

I thought Richard hatch was hotter than Michael Douglas.

[@maureenmcgovern6119]

He was So Handsome!

[@tullochmacdonald4245]

I absolutely love the original Battlestar Galactica. The main reason was Richard Hatch and Dirk Benedict. They had great on screen chemistry. Their looks didn't hurt. I miss this show and I miss Mr. Hatch. RIP.

[@harperstacey9604]

Dirk Benedict was also handsome, too.

[@tullochmacdonald4245]

@@harperstacey9604 Yes he was and is.

[@harperstacey9604]

@@tullochmacdonald4245 do you know if Dirk Benedict is still alive?

[@tullochmacdonald4245]

@@harperstacey9604 yes he is. He's 75 I think.

[@harperstacey9604]

@@tullochmacdonald4245 thank you for your replies. God bless you and good night.

[@helenebarragan482]

I did not know he had passed away. May you Rest in peace, Mr. Richard Hatch. God Bless!

[@dustygrant3043]

I only just remembered his role as a Klingon in Star Trek:Axanor if YOU don't know about that show then continue watching KZbin you'll find it Along with more "Star Trek" than you can emigine!!!!!!!! The only way i could tell it was Hatch was his voice!!!!!!! He had a perfect Shakespearean voice!!!!!!!!

[@doraandreotti]

R.I.P.🙏

[@e.h.106]

Rip ✝️🙏🏽❤️💐

[@rodolfoayalajr.8589]

Rip greatness Amen 🙏🏻 🇵🇷🇺🇸🙏🏻.

[@JaniceRadical]

R.I.P.

[@randyfrancis6083]

The most handsome eyes ever.

[@harperstacey9604]

You can get lost in his eyes. His eyes were very hypnotic.

[@1211terrier]

I had the black and white photo in the pocket of my calculator, so maths weren't that dull anymore 😂

[@JENDALL714]

What he now is, you may become!

[@qualqui]

Yeah,I instantly remembered him asTara's boyfriend from All My Children.Richard Hatch,rip.

[@joesites9978]

R.I.P

[@tracynickels164]

RIP Apolo!

[@mov1ngforward]

I saw him at two events over the years. The last time was the Hollywood Show in 2016. He was set up at a table and I remember thinking about how he left before it was over. He must have been sick.

[@scorpio6593]

Wow, I didn't know that Richard had died, I don't recall hearing anything about it!? I loved him in Battlestar Galactica, he was a total Babe!

[@benjalucian1515]

Same. I feel bad I didn't know.

[@debrawindsor8644]

Liked him when he was in the streets of San Francisco

[@harperstacey9604]

I enjoyed him too, in the streets of San Francisco.

[@ebbaherritt8946]

You all may also like a documentary that Richard hosted and participated in: The Battle for Mono Lake. You can see it on KZbin, at the producer/director's website Stephen Fisher Productions. Steve passed away about a year before Richard did.

[@maddalenaalesse8091]

❤💕

[@dustygrant3043]

His role as Tom Zerak on the second Battlestar Galatica is to me his best role ever!!!!!!!!! His portrayal was such an opposition of his own personal character that it so believeable!!!!!!!!!! It was so wicked 😎 that it was only my second favorite character next to Commander Adama (Allimos portrayed him was perfect emotionally) they both were!!!!!! Rest IN Peace Richard Hatch YOU'RE always be remembered by this Battlestar Galatica and ALL MY Children fan!!!!!!!!!!

[@thekmarzuki]

For a while, he was in Streets of San Francisco.

[@reneblanchfield3801]

Wow didn't know he died

[@dustygrant3043]

I only now found out this great actor passed away!!!!!! I STILL remember his part on ALL My Children!!!!!! His part on the original "Battlestar Galatica!!!!!!!! His part as "Apollo" was so remembeable because he played it with his emotions on his Galatican uniform jacket( i still remember those 😎 jackets and i still wish i had one)!!!!!!!!!

[@patriciayoung7010]

My mom loved him!!!!

[@alejandrosalaices2991]

HO NOOOOOOO

[@mestizangbangus4884]

May he RIP 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@terryivey5374]

❤️

[@johnworrall3646]

He was Keller's replacement on Streets of San Francisco .

[@AJ67901]

He also appeared on at least two episodes of Hawaii Five-O

[@rcschmidt668]

RIP, Hatch! I always wanted to be Apollo when my friends wanted to be Starbuck. But why is yew-tube suggesting this now?

[@howardkerr8174]

I just now saw this, I had no idea he had passed, but 2017 was also a bad year for me. As others here have said, I will always remember Richard Hatch for All My Children, tho I thought he had returned to tv with Survivor...it turned out that it was a different Richard Hatch. And as far as I am concerned, the only Battlestar Galactica is the Richard Hatch/Lorne Green version.

[@tonyman64]

I wish that he could did his version of "Battlestar Galactica". At least they were kind enough to cast him in the reboot. RIP

[@rawbacon]

Marcia Brady said she got it on with Richard.

[@stephaniebibb9102]

She had good taste in men then!

[@harperstacey9604]

They had a brief affair when she guest starred on the streets of San Francisco.

[@BlanketyBlank9050]

Why didn’t you mention Jan and Dean? Great actor!

[@hermannus3894]

No mention of "Deadman's curve"?

[@dabdella1460]

I never knew anything he was in, to young I guess. But I remember that face and thats for Fifty years

[@rudolfii.michaelmuller3494]

R.I.P.