Michael McStay, an actor known for his roles in Doctor Who and No Hiding Place, has died at age 92
The late actor was “remembered as “an actor of the highest standing, talented writer and family man”
He reportedly died of heart failure on May 18
British actor Michael McStay, who was best known for his roles in Doctor Who and No Hiding Place, has died. He was 92.
A representative for the late actor announced his death in a statement on Facebook on May 20.
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From left: Jennifer Clulow and Michael McStay
“It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael McStay, an actor of the highest standing, talented writer and family man,” the statement read. “It was a privilege to have known Mike. RIP.”
McStay “went in peace” as he died in his sleep following lunch with his children on May 18, according to The Daily Mail, who was first to report the news.
Representatives for McStay did not immediately return PEOPLE’s request for comment.
McStay’s rise to fame began with the role of Sergeant Perryman on the ITV detective series No Hiding Place, on which he appeared in over 80 episodes.
He also starred in two episodes of BBC’s Doctor Who, playing the role of Derek Moberley.
Despite only appearing for a brief time, McStay shared his appreciation for the beloved show’s fans during a May 2024 interview on the Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke’s Time Travels podcast.
“The sort of fans that you get on a show like Doctor Who are your friends. They want to like you, they want to like the show. It’s a great feeling,” he said at the time. “It’s a great bunch of people to be a part of in a way.”
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Jean Fergusson, Michael McStay and Sam Aston on ‘Coronation Street’
The late star also landed roles in films including Robbery in 1967 and The Stick Up in 1977.
On the small screen, he also appeared on The Black Arrow, Park Ranger, Spy at Evening, EastEnders and Ted and Alice.
During the podcast appearance, McStay reflected on having staying power in the entertainment industry, saying, “You have to want to do it. I’ve always wanted to do it. And I had some good friends along the way that helped me.”
McStay’s final on-camera appearance came in ITV soap Coronation Street, on which he took over the role of Alan Hoyle from John Woodvine in 2011.
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McStay is survived by his wife, actress Jennifer Clulow, and their two sons.
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