Michael McStay dead: Coronation Street and Dr Who star dies as family share sad tribute

TV star Michael McStay has died aged 92, his family has confirmed. The actor, who was best known for his roles on and , 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."

The actor is said to have ‘went at peace’ as he died in his sleep following lunch with his sons.

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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.

The appearance saw Michael reunite with his pal and co-star Johnny Briggs (Alec Baldwin). As well as his time on the 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.

/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.

As well as his on-screen credits, of which he had over 60, Michael also wrote a number of plays for Radio 4. He also penned the popular 1984 ITV comedy Pull the Other One. He also recorded a number of audiobooks and appeared in many radio dramas.

Speaking on Toby Hadoke's Happy Times and Places Podcast, Michael opened up on the end of his career. In the conversation, he revealed he "wouldn’t swap for all the success in the ".

He paid tribute to his family in the interview, too. Michael survived by his wife - actress Jennifer Clulow - and their two sons Darius and Paul.

He married actress Jennifer in 1967. She is best known for her roles in The Avengers, Keeping Up Appearances, and No Hiding Place.

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