David Magnus/Shutterstock Michael McStay, an actor known for his roles inDoctor WhoandNo 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 inDoctor WhoandNo Hiding Place, has died. He was 92. A representative for the late actor announced his death in a statement onFacebookon May 20. Crispian Woodgate/ANL/Shutterstock "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 toThe 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 seriesNo Hiding Place, on which he appeared in over 80 episodes. He also starred in two episodes of BBC'sDoctor 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 theDoctor Who: Toby Hadoke's Time Travelspodcast. "The sort of fans that you get on a show likeDoctor Whoare 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." ITV/Shutterstock The late star also landed roles in films includingRobberyin 1967 andThe Stick Upin 1977. On the small screen, he also appeared onThe Black Arrow, Park Ranger, Spy at Evening, EastEndersandTed 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 soapCoronation Street,on which he took over the role of Alan Hoyle from John Woodvine in 2011. Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. McStay is survived by his wife, actress Jennifer Clulow, and their two sons. Read the original article onPeople
