Starsky & Hutch star David Soul dies aged 80 after 'valiant battle for life'

His wife confirmed his death in a statement
Starsky & Hutch star David Soul dies aged 80 after 'valiant battle for life'

David Soul was best known for his role as Detective Kenneth “Hutch” Hutchinson. Picture: Yui Mok/PA Wire

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024 - 14:38
Charlotte McLaughlin

David Soul has died aged 80, his wife Helen Snell announced.

The US-born actor, best known for his role as Detective Kenneth “Hutch” Hutchinson in the classic crime-solving series Starsky & Hutch, died on Thursday surrounded by his family.

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