The 52-year-old starred in dozens of projects, but these three TV hits were our favorites.

Perry played every beat of Dylans story from the sublime (that series-ending kiss with Kelly!)

to the ridiculous (those past lives, oy!)

BEVERLY HILLS 90210, Luke Perry, 1990-2000. © Aaron Spelling Prod. / Courtesy: Everett Collection

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While preaching salvation and non-violence, Rev.

Cloutier bravely and brazenly wandered into potent prison politics and pissed off the wrong prisoners.

But Perrys work on The CWs noir teen drama was more than just stunt casting.

Oz - 1997-2003

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(Archie surprising Fred with an old jalopy in season 2 is a tear-jerker.

Chapter Four: The Last Picture Show

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