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British television actor Richard O'Sullivan dies at 82

The star of popular 1970s and 1980s sitcoms including Man About the House passed away in London surrounded by family.

Updated Sep 4, 2026 · 10:18 UTC1 reports

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British actor Richard O'Sullivan died at age 82 at Brinsworth House, a London care facility where he had resided for 23 years.
O'Sullivan was best known for his leading comedic roles in classic television shows such as Man About the House, Robin's Nest, and Me and My Girl.
Family members and representatives of the Royal Variety Charity announced his passing and paid tribute to his career and character.

Richard O'Sullivan died at the age of 82 surrounded by close family at Brinsworth House, a west London care home run by the Royal Variety Charity.[BBC News]
O'Sullivan had lived at the Brinsworth House care facility for 23 years prior to his death.[BBC News]
His acting career featured prominent television roles, including starring as Robin Tripp in Man About the House and Robin's Nest, as well as parts in Doctor at Large, Dick Turpin, and Me and My Girl.[BBC News]
Tributes were released following his death by Royal Variety Charity official Giles Cooper and O'Sullivan's son, James O'Sullivan.[BBC News]

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