Tributes have poured in for actor Richard Hatch, best known for his role on sci-fi series Battlestar Galactica, after his death from cancer.
The 71-year-old died with his son Paul by his side following a battle with pancreatic cancer, his manager Michael Kaliski said.
Hatch played Captain Apollo in the original Battlestar Galactica television series, which ran from 1978 to 1979, and was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance on the show.
Richard Hatch (Dave Allocca/StarPix/REX/Shutterstock)
He also appeared in the rebooted version of the show from 2004 to 2009, portraying a different character, Tom Zarek.
Following news of his death, Star Trek actor George Takei tweeted: “rest with the galactic stars, Richard Hatch.”
Ronald D Moore, who created the rebooted version of Battlestar Galactica, added:
Richard Hatch was a good man, a gracious man, and a consummate professional. His passing is a heavy blow to the entire BSG family.
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) February 7, 2017
I've told the story how Richard once defended me before a hostile crowd – still remains one of the most selfless acts I've ever witnessed.
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) February 8, 2017
Dave Prowse, who played Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, also paid tribute:
Very sad to hear about Richard Hatch 😢 #RIP #Apollo pic.twitter.com/Xxgxi3hXmV
— DARTH VADER (@isDARTHVADER) February 7, 2017
Edward James Olmos, who starred in the Battlestar Galactica reboot, added:
.Richard Hatch you made our universe a better place We love you for it. Rest In Peace my friend @SoSayWeAll the Admiral!
— Edward James Olmos (@edwardjolmos) February 7, 2017
Hatch’s other acting work included an early role on All My Children in 1971 and appearances on Dynasty, The Love Boat, Santa Barbara and Baywatch.
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