Family say actor died in his sleep on Christmas morning after a long-term illness.
The London-born actor was well-known for playing businessman Denis Rigg in Emmerdale from 1988-89 when it was still called Emmerdale Farm.
Richard Franklin, a veteran actor best known for his roles on 'Doctor Who' and 'Emmerdale,' died on early Christmas morning at the age of 87.
The actor, known for his appearances in Doctor Who and Emmerdale, passed away 'peacefully in his sleep' on Christmas Day morning.
Franklin was best known for playing Captain Mike Yates in the BBC sci-fi series.
The actor 'died in his sleep after fighting long-term illness'.
A DOCTOR Who star tragically died peacefully in his sleep on Christmas morning.Richard Franklin, 87, tragically died this morning, it has been announc.
The actor 'died in his sleep after fighting long-term illness'
The actor 'died in his sleep after fighting long-term illness'
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.
The 87-year-old, who played Captain Mike Yates in the sci-fi series, 'passed away peacefully in his sleep'
Mr Franklin, who played Captain Mike Yates in the long-running BBC One sci-fi series, now starring Ncuti Gatwa, "passed away peacefully in his sleep", on ...