Doug Sheehan’s departure from Knots Landing after the 1983-1984 season stemmed from a contract dispute. Sheehan sought an increase in his salary, which was not agreed upon by the production company, Lorimar Television.
The absence of Greg Sumner, Sheehan’s character, created a narrative void on the show. Greg Sumner was portrayed as a land developer who played an important role in the show, therefore this absence had effects on the show’s storylines.
