MITCHELL DRU

First Appearance: November 11, 1964
Last Appearance: May 20, 1971
Portrayer: Geoffrey Lumb, November 11, 1964 - May 20, 1971.
Arrival: Contacted by Jim Matthews to defend Pat Randolph on a murder charge.
Departure: Left to go on an around-the-world tour.
Introduction Scene: Startled awake by the phone, "Must have fallen asleep again."
Exit Scene: At his farewell party to a crowd, "and I swear I'll be back... because I do love you all so much..."
Birthday: March 17.
Relatives: Tod Dru (RIP), son.
Spouses: Martha (RIP).
Other Whereabouts: Oakdale (As the World Turns), Columbus (The Brighter Day).
Former Occupation: Law partner of John Randolph (RIP). Professor of law.
Note: A favorite of creator Irna Phillips, Dru also appeared on As the World Turns and The Brighter Day, before crossing over to AW. From June 1965 to July 1966, his first name was given as Michael during the rare occasions a full name was mentioned. The last-known reference to Dru was on May 9, 1975.