Coronation Street and Dr Who star, Michael McStay, has died at the age of 92 it has been confirmed by those closest to him in an emotional statement
TV star Michael McStay has died aged 92, his family has confirmed. The actor, who was best known for his roles on Coronation Street and Doctor Who, died of heart failure those closest to him revealed in a sad statement.
The actor’s representative wrote: “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.”
Michael’s successful career saw him take on the role of Alan Hoyle on the Corrie cobbles in his last on-screen performance. He replaced John Woodvine in the role in 2011.
As well as his time on the ITV soap, Michael featured on popular series such as No Hiding Place, Doctor Who, Blunt, and Thatcher: The Final Days. He also compiled an impressive film CV too, featuring on the likes of Peter Yates’ Robbery.
Twitter/X users were quick to pay tribute to the veteran star on the social media platform. One user said: “Sad to see that Michael McStay has passed away.
“Absolutely adored him in Corrie as Alan Hoyle in the John Stape storyline. Both him and the late Jean Fergusson were brilliant in the basement episodes.”
Another added alongside two sad emoji faces: “Michael McStay took over as Alan Hoyle from John Woodvine on Coronation Street. Stuart, I am sorry to hear of his death.”
“For me, Michael McStay will always be scientist Derek Moberley in the Doctor Who story “The Seeds of Doom” (1975) opposite Tom Baker,” wrote another.
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