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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who was Michael McStay? All about the legacy of Doctor Who star
Actor Michael McStay, who played the iconic roles in Doctor Who and No Hiding Place has passed away at 92. Actor Michael McStay who gained popularity from his roles in 'Doctor Who' and 'No Hiding Place,' passed away at 92. He died in his sleep, on May 18 after enjoying a lunch with his family. The news was officially broken by a family representative on 20th May, as reported by Daily Mail. The eulogy referred to Michael as a well established actor, successful writer and a dedicated family man. His friends felt privileged to be a part of his life and career. With more than 80 appearances as Sergeant Perryman in ITV's television crime series, No Hiding Place, McStay gained widespread recognition. Additionally, he had a brief but memorable role as Derek Moberley in two episodes of Doctor Who, a television program he had always been associated with. In an interview with a podcast in May 2024, McStay expressed his admiration for the loyal and amiable Doctor Who fandom. One thing that really remained with him was how welcoming and enthusiastic he thought the show's audience was. He also spoke about his long-term love of acting, attributing his staying power within the entertainment industry to his resilience and support of very close friends. In an episode of the Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke's Time Travels podcast, he said, "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. It's a great bunch of people to be a part of in a way." His contribution to the films include, Robbery (1967) and The Stick Up (1977). His television work extended beyond his most well-known parts; he had cameos in Spy at Evening, Ted and Alice, Park Ranger, The Black Arrow, and EastEnders. In 2011, he made his final on-screen appearance as Alan Hoyle, a stand-in for John Woodvine in the ITV serial opera Coronation Street. On May 20th, a representative for the family added a statement on Facebook, "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael McStay, an actor of the highest standing, talented writer and family man. It was a privilege to have known Mike. RIP." Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
New York Post
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Doctor Who' star Michael McStay dead at 92
British actor Michael McStay, best known for his role in 'Doctor Who,' has died. He was 92. A representative for the actor shared the news of his death on Facebook Tuesday. '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. 6 Michael McStay. Sharry Clark Artists/Facebook 'Survived by his wife the actress Jenny Clulow and their two sons. It was privilege to have known Mike. RIP,' the rep added. According to the Daily Mail, McStay died of heart failure. He reportedly passed away in his sleep on Sunday after having lunch with his sons. 6 Michael McStay in 'Doctor Who.' BBC Early in his career, McStay played the role of Sergeant Perryman on the British detective series 'No Hiding Place.' The show ran from 1959 to 1967. McStay went on to appear in episodes of 'The Avengers,' 'Paul Temple,' 'Jason King,' 'The Passenger,' 'The Lotus Eaters,' 'The Black Arrow,' 'Park Ranger,' 'The Fourth Floor,' 'EastEnders' and 'Ted and Alice.' He also starred in the films 'Robbery' (1967) and 'The Stick Up' (1977). 6 Johnny Briggs and Michael McStay in 'No Hiding Place' in 1964. David Magnus/Shutterstock McStay notably played Derek Moberley in two episodes of 'Doctor Who' in 1976. He was on the season that starred Tom Baker as the Fourth Doctor. During a May 2024 interview on the 'Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke's Time Travels' podcast, McStay spoke about being embraced by the long-running sci-fi show's fanbase. 6 A photo of Michael McStay from 1966. ANL/Shutterstock 6 Michael McStay at his wedding to Jennifer Clulow in 1967. Crispian Woodgate/ANL/Shutterstock '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. 'It's a great bunch of people to be a part of in a way.' McStay also recalled that he 'complained' when his character was killed off after only two episodes. 'Had I know nearly 50 years later they're still getting repeat fees and things like this, I thought, 'God, I only did one. If I had done the whole six, I could have retired forever.'' 6 Jean Fergusson, Michael McStay and Sam Aston in 'Coronation Street' in 2011. ITV/Shutterstock 'But yes,' he added, ''Doctor Who' has a fanbase which I enjoy being apart of. They're a wonderful bunch of people who only wish you well. The fans don't only wish you well.' Reflecting on his long career in the entertainment industry, McStay said, '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 acting appearance was as Alan Hoyle in the ITV soap series 'Coronation Street' in 2011.
Mint
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Doctor Who, No Hiding Place actor Michael McStay passes away
Washington [US], May 22 (ANI): Celebrated British actor Michael McStay, widely recognised for his roles in 'Doctor Who' and 'No Hiding Place', has passed away at the age of 92. The news of his death was confirmed on May 20 via a statement shared by a representative on Facebook, honouring him as "an actor of the highest standing, talented writer and family man." McStay died peacefully in his sleep on May 18, shortly after enjoying lunch with his children, according to reports obtained by People magazine. His passing marks the end of a long and storied British television and film career. The actor's breakthrough role came with 'No Hiding Place', where he portrayed Sergeant Perryman in over 80 episodes of the popular ITV crime drama. His performance in the series established him as a familiar face in households across the UK. McStay also appeared in the iconic BBC series 'Doctor Who', playing Derek Moberley in two episodes. Though his time on the show was brief, he remained appreciative of the fanbase. According to People magazine, in a recent podcast interview on 'Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke's Time Travels', recorded in May 2024, McStay said, "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." Beyond the science fiction classic, McStay appeared in a number of television series including 'The Black Arrow', 'Park Ranger', 'Spy at Evening', 'EastEnders', and 'Ted and Alice'. His film credits include 'Robbery' (1967) and 'The Stick Up' (1977). In reflecting on his longevity in the industry, McStay noted during the podcast, "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." His final acting appearance came in 2011, when he joined the long-running ITV soap opera 'Coronation Street', stepping into the role of Alan Hoyle. Michael McStay is survived by his wife, actress Jennifer Clulow, and their two sons. (ANI)
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who Was Michael McStay? All About Doctor Who Actor's Life and Legacy Amid Death at 92
Trigger Warning: Mention of death. British actor Michael McStay, who gained fame for his appearances in Doctor Who and No Hiding Place, passed away at the age of 92. He died in peace, in his sleep, on May 18 after enjoying lunch with his children. The news was officially announced by a family representative on May 20, as per the Daily Mail. The obituary referred to McStay as a well-known actor, successful writer, and dedicated family man. His friends felt privileged to have shared his life and career. McStay became well known nationwide as a result of his lengthy stint as Sergeant Perryman in ITV's television crime series No Hiding Place, with over 80 appearances. He also enjoyed a short but iconic portrayal as Derek Moberley in two episodes of the BBC's Doctor Who, a show with which he had a lifelong connection. During a May 2024 appearance on a podcast, McStay spoke approvingly of the devoted and friendly Doctor Who fan base. He considered the show's fans to be inviting and excited, an experience that truly stuck with him. He also spoke about his long-term love of acting, attributing his staying power within the entertainment industry to his resilience and support of very close friends. In an episode of the Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke's Time Travels podcast, he said, "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. It's a great bunch of people to be a part of in a way." McStay's credits on film included significant roles in Robbery (1967) and The Stick Up (1977). His work on television was broader than his most famous roles, with guest spots in EastEnders, The Black Arrow, Ted and Alice, Park Ranger, and Spy at Evening. His last appearance on screen was in 2011 on the ITV soap Coronation Street, playing the character Alan Hoyle, a replacement for John Woodvine. On May 20, in a statement on Facebook, the late actor's representative said, "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael McStay, an actor of the highest standing, talented writer and family man. It was a privilege to have known Mike. RIP." Michael McStay leaves behind his wife, actress Jennifer Clulow, and two sons.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michael McStay death: Coronation Street and Doctor Who actor dies aged 92
Coronation Street and Doctor Who actor Michael McStay, who had an on-screen career spanning over 60 years, has died at the age of 92. His death on Sunday (11 May) was confirmed by a representative. He is survived by his wife, actor Jennifer Clulow, and their two sons Darius and Paul. McStay died from heart failure, but 'went at peace' in his sleep after lunch with his sons, a statement from the actor's spokesperson said. 'It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael McStay, an actor of the highest standing and talented writer, whose career across stage, screen and radio spanned over six decades,' it read. A prolific actor for several decades, McStay found fame in the ITV detective series No Hiding Place and went on to appear in films, including Peter Yates' 1967 thriller Robbery, as well as featuring in the BBC's Doctor Who series as zoologist Derek Moberley in 1976. McStay made his final on-screen performance in Coronation Street when he took over the character of Alan Hoyle from John Woodvine in 2011. He also wrote multiple plays for BBC Radio 4 and the 1984 ITV comedy Pull the Other One, starring Michael Elphick, Susan Tracy and Lila Kaye. During his lengthy career, McStay spent time in France, where he starred in thirteen episodes of the series Le Mari de L'Ambassadeur for Koba films. The actor studied Drama, French and Philosophy at Bristol University then spent two years of National Service as an officer in Cyprus, during the Cyprus Emergency in the Fifties, before returning home to embark on his on-screen pursuits. McStay married Clulow (The Avengers, Keeping Up Appearances, No Hiding Place) in 1967 and was known among his family and friends for his sense of humour. Despite his loyal fan base, the actor became more private in his later years and rarely made public appearances. Speaking on Toby Hadoke's Happy Times and Places podcast in 2024, McStay said he never regretted not getting the role of James Bond over his decades-long career because he had a loving family instead, which he 'wouldn't swap for all the success in the world.' Fan were quick to express their sadness on social media following the announcement of McStay's death. 'Absolutely adored him in Corrie as Alan Hoyle in the John Stape storyline,' one person wrote. 'Both him and the late Jean Fergusson were brilliant in the basement episode.'
