Paul Michael Glaser, aged 80, mourns the recent loss of his dear friend and Starsky & Hutch co-star, David Soul. Remembering Soul as a brother and a compassionate person, Glaser expresses disbelief at his departure. Recollecting their playful phone banter, Glaser fondly shares the camaraderie they enjoyed. He extends heartfelt condolences to David’s wife, Helen, emphasizing the deep love they shared. Glaser also sympathizes with David’s sons and daughter, acknowledging the support from a public that recognized their unique friendship during their work on Starsky & Hutch from 1975-1979.
In 2023, as talks surfaced about rebooting the show with female leads, David Soul humorously questioned why they couldn’t be part of it, proposing a storyline involving older detectives in an assisted living facility. Glaser, responding with humor, cheekily suggested being called an ‘old fart’ without the ‘old’ part. Helen Snell, David Soul’s wife, announced his passing, highlighting him as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. She fondly recalls his talents as an actor, singer, and storyteller, emphasizing his infectious smile, laughter, and zest for life, leaving a lasting impact on those he touched.