Richard O’Sullivan, a British actor best recognized for his work in television sitcoms during the 1970s, passed away at the Royal Variety Charity’s care home in Twickenham on Friday. He was 82 years old. O’Sullivan gained prominence through his role as Robin Tripp in Man About the House, which aired for six series starting in 1973, and its spin-off Robin’s Nest. He was also known for starring as the title character in the historical drama Dick Turpin.
O’Sullivan’s acting career spanned several decades and encompassed various mediums. He made his screen debut at age eight in The Yellow Balloon in 1953. During the 1950s, he performed in stage productions, including an appearance in Peter Hall’s production of Love’s Labour’s Lost at the Royal Shakespeare theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1956. In the 1960s, O’Sullivan appeared in multiple feature films, including two productions alongside Cliff Richard: The Young Ones in 1961 and Wonderful Life in 1964. He also took on a supporting role opposite Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton in the 1963 film Cleopatra, playing Pharaoh Ptolemy XIII.
O’Sullivan had resided at Brinsworth House, the Royal Variety Charity’s care facility, for 23 years prior to his death. His son James issued a statement describing his father as funny, charming, kind-spirited, and good-humored, noting that he was a devoted grandfather. The statement expressed gratitude to the staff at the care home for their support and care over the years. Officials from the Royal Variety Charity remembered O’Sullivan as a master of comic timing and warmth who brought entertainment to millions of households throughout his career.
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