#35: Joan Collins Was Once John Forsythe’s Youngest Acting Student
Before Joan Collins ever swept onto Dynasty as Alexis, she had a connection to John Forsythe that went back years. She attended the Actors’ Studio, where Forsythe taught—and she happened to be the youngest member of his class. Long before they clashed on-screen, he was helping shape her craft.
When Collins joined Dynasty in season two, the two already had a history rooted in mentorship and respect. That familiarity added an interesting layer to their fiery scenes together. Viewers saw explosive chemistry, but behind it was a teacher–student bond that stretched back long before the Carrington drama ever began.