Veteran actor Richard Chamberlain has died at the age of 90 following complications from a stroke. His lifelong partner, Martin Rabbett, said 'Richard is with the angels now.' American actor Richard Chamberlain has died at age 90 after complications following a stroke, according to his publicist Harlan Boll.
The veteran actor passed away on Saturday night in Waimanalo, Hawaii. Known for playing in the 1960s television series "Dr. Kildare", he later earned the nickname "king of the miniseries" as he took on leading roles in "Centennial", a 24-hour-long production based on James Michener's sprawling novel, "Shōgun" and "The Thorn Birds".
Born George Richard Chamberlain in Beverly Hills on 31 March, 1934, the actor initially studied painting at Pomona College. However, after returning from his military service as an infantry clerk during the Korean War, he decided to pursue a career in acting. His lifelong partner Martin Rabbett said in a statement: "Our beloved Richard is with the angels now.
He is free and soaring to those loved ones before us," adding "How blessed were we to have known such an amazing and loving soul. Love never dies. And our love is under his wings lifting him to his next great adventure.
” Chamberlain was known for his good looks and romantic style, becoming known as a heartthrob for teenage girls who knew him as the empathetic doctor in "Dr. Kildare", which ran from 1961 to 1966. He was named by Photoplay magazine as the most popular male star for three.