Man About the House star Richard O'Sullivan dies aged 82
British actor Richard O'Sullivan, best known for his roles in 1970s sitcoms like Man About the House and Robin's Nest, has passed away at age 82. He died at the Royal Variety Charity's care home in London, where he had resided for over two decades.
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O'Sullivan was a significant figure in British television history, known for his contribution to the golden age of UK sitcoms.
Image source, Getty Images By Helen Bushby Culture reporter Published 3 hours ago Actor Richard O'Sullivan, whose roles included Robin Tripp in 1970s TV sitcoms Man About the House and Robin's Nest, has died aged 82.
He was also known for starring in Doctor at Large, Dick Turpin, and the 1980s sitcom Me and My Girl, alongside Tim Brooke-Taylor, Joanne Ridley and Joan Sanderson.
O'Sullivan died surrounded by close family at Brinsworth House, the Royal Variety Charity's care home, in west London where he had lived for 23 years.
In a statement, Giles Cooper of the Royal Variety said: "Richard O'Sullivan was a master of effortless charm and impeccable comic timing, bringing pure warmth, wit, and unforgettable joy to millions of living rooms as a true giant of British television."
Cooper added Sullivan would be "sorely missed by us all at the Royal Variety Charity".
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