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Richard Kimber Franklin (15 January 1936 – 24 December 2023) [2] was an English actor, writer, director and political activist.
Best known for his regular role as Captain Mike Yates during the Jon Pertwee era of the BBC science fiction series Doctor Who (1963), Richard Franklin joined the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 1963 and his first professional acting work was with the Century Theatre.
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Dec 26, 2023 · The British actor, who played Captain Mike Yates of UNIT in Doctor Who and Denis Rigg in Emmerdale, passed away on Christmas Day after a long-term illness. He also appeared in Crossroads, wrote a book on democracy and stood as a parliamentary candidate for several parties.
Dec 25, 2023 · Richard Franklin, a British actor known for his role as Captain Mike Yates of Doctor Who died at 87 on Monday after a long-term illness.
- Abbey White
Dec 25, 2023 · Richard Franklin, who is best known for his roles in Doctor Who and Emmerdale, died on early Christmas morning at the age of 87. The news was confirmed by longtime friend Líam Rudden, who...
- Rosy Cordero
Dec 26, 2023 · Doctor Who and Emmerdale star Richard Franklin has died from an undisclosed long-term illness on Christmas Day, aged 87. The news was confirmed by a spokesperson for his family in a statement,...
Dec 31, 2023 · Richard Franklin, the actor, who died on Christmas Day aged 87, spent much of his career on stage but gained a cult following for his role as Captain Mike Yates, on-and-off travelling...
