The Game of Thrones and Porridge actor Peter Vaughan has died age 93.
His agent confirmed his death in a statement, saying: "This is to confirm, very sadly, Peter Vaughan passed away at approximately 10.30 this morning. He died peacefully with his family around him."
Vaughan was best known for playing Maester Aemon in the hit HBO series Game of Thrones from 2011 to 2015.
He also appeared in Porridge alongside Ronnie Barker and Richard Beckinsale as the character Grouty. Despite only featuring in three episodes, the character was memorable among fans.
"I still get people saying 'Let you out, have they, Grouty?'" the actor said 40 years later.
Other memorable roles include parts in TV shows The Chancer, Citizen Smith and Our Friends in the North.
He was married twice, firstly to The Omen actress Billie Whitelaw and secondly to the actress Lillias Walker.
Additional reporting by the Press Association.
