'The Great Escape' actor Adams dies, aged 76

Veteran 'The Great Escape' actor Tom Adams has died at the age of 76.

'The Great Escape' actor Adams dies, aged 76
Sat, 13 Dec, 2014 - 13:32

Veteran 'The Great Escape' actor Tom Adams has died at the age of 76.

The performer, who also starred in television shows including General Hospital and The Onedin Line, died on Thursday after battling cancer, his agent confirmed.

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