Actor Michael Keating, Star of Blake's 7, Dies at 78
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Summary
Big Finish announces the death of actor Michael Keating, best known for his role as Vila Restal in the classic British sci-fi series Blake's 7. Born in 1947 in north London, Keating began his acting career in 1966 and performed in theatres across the UK before becoming a beloved figure in British science fiction television. The article serves as an obituary honoring his life and career.
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Born in Edmonton, north London on 10 February 1947, Michael began his acting career in 1966 and went on to become one of the most recognisable and best-loved faces in British science fiction.
His first professional role was at Nottingham Playhouse under the artistic directorship of the classical actor John Neville.
Award-winning, full-cast original audio dramas from the worlds of Doctor Who, Torchwood, Blake's 7, Class, Dark Shadows, Avengers, Omega Factor, Star Cops, Sherlock Holmes, Dorian Gray, Pathfinder Legends, Prisoner, Adam Adamant Lives, Space 1999, Timesli
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