But we, SB
fans, loved him as Channing Capwell jr. on Santa
Barbara (1984-1985 and 1991). Killed in the very beginning of the SB first
episode and although he appears only very episodically during flashbacks
throughout the show, the memory of Channing Capwell Junior does not cease
haunting at each turn the main members of the Capwell clan. "It was a difficult decision I had to make
quickly," said Wilson. "I
had tested for the role of Ted Capwell, which went to Todd McKee, and they
asked me if I would be willing to play Channing even though it would be
limited... very. I thought about it a bit and decided it was work and somebody
had to do it. Since the character wasn't going to be too recognizable, they
hope they could work me in later in another role."
Robert had
regular recurring roles on the soap operas Search
for Tomorrow (1986) and Generations
(1990). Wilson did guest spots on TV shows as Dynasty (1988). Moreover, Robert can be seen in copious flashback
footage as Billy in the delightfully twisted sequel Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2 (1987).
Wilson quit
acting in 1992. Today he’s 53 years old and, although he has remained
completely out of the limelight ever since, he’s still managed to do very well
for himself. He opened up an extremely lucrative trade show business, which has
allowed him to purchase homes in New York and California. He also met the love
of his life, who he married and fathered three children with.
UPDATE: In 2016 Wilson reprised his acting career starring on the tv movie "The Wrong Roommate" with Eric Roberts and Vivica Fox. Are you curious to see Channing jr coming back from death?
