#22: Blake and Alexis Never Reunited Because Forsythe Said “No Way”
John Forsythe had a firm personal rule when it came to Blake Carrington: no adultery storylines. So whenever writers floated the idea of Blake and Alexis rekindling their romance—something that could’ve stirred up massive drama—Forsythe shut it down immediately.
His stance kept Blake morally grounded amid Dynasty’s wild plots. While fans might have imagined explosive chemistry in a Blake–Alexis reunion, Forsythe refused to involve himself in any adulterous storyline. His veto shaped the show’s direction and ensured Blake stayed true to the principles Forsythe valued most.