Robert Vaughn has died aged 83 after a short battle with acute leukaemia.
The actor, best known for his roles in 'Man From Uncle' and Superman III, died 11 days before his 84th birthday with his family by his bedside, according to his manager.
He is survived by his wife, actress Linda, and his two children, Cassidy and Caitlin Vaughn.
Mr Vaughn was also famous for his role as Lee in the Magnificent Seven, and television roles in Hustle and Coronation Street. He more recently appeared in all but one of the 48 episodes of British television drama series Hustle.
Since the announcement of his death, tributes have begun flooding in for the star on on social media.
Comedian and writer Stephen Fry tweeted: "Oh no. Robert Vaughn, such a fine actor, one of the best Columbo villains (no higher praise than that) and an utterly charming man, has died."
Former James Bond actor Roger Moore that he was sorry to hear the news of the actor's death.
Fans have described themselves as "disappointed" after hearing the news, with one praising him for an "eclectic career".
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