The actor Peter Vaughan died at the age of 93 on December 6, 2016. The Shropshire-born actor, who was best known for his roles in films such as `Clockwork Orange', `Porridge' and `Gangs of New York', had a career that spanned seven decades. Vaughan appeared in many famous television programmes, including `Game of Thrones', `Doctor Who', `Our Friends in the North' and `The Naked Gun'. A respected figure in the world of film and television, Vaughan was a talented, versatile actor, undertaking a wide range of roles with ease and skill. Vaughan was awarded an MBE and was a patron of The Actors Centre. He will be missed by family, friends and colleagues, and his memory and contribution to entertainment will live on for many years to come.