An overnight star as Dr. Kildare in the 1960s, he achieved new acclaim two decades later as the omnipresent leading man of mini-series.

Chamberlain’s partner, Martin Rabbett, called him an ‘amazing and loving soul’ after he died. Learn about their decades-long relationship here.

Chamberlain, known for his leading roles in “The Thorn Birds” and “Shōgun,” died on March 29 at the age of 90.

Richard Chamberlain, the handsome hero of the 1960s television series “Dr. Kildare” who found a second career as “king of the miniseries,” has died at age 90.

Richard Chamberlain, the award-winning actor who played TV's "Dr. Kildare" and starred in popular miniseries including "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," has died at 90. Harlan Boll, Chamberlain's representative,

Chamberlain became king of the 1980's TV mini-series: playing a western prisoner in Shogun and a catholic priest tempted by love in The Thorn Birds. He denied being gay when confronted by a French magazine in 1989, and did not speak publicly about his homosexuality until he turned 70.

Richard Chamberlain died just two days before his 91st birthday on March 29, 2025. The esteemed film, TV and theatrical actor was a highly accomplished Hollywood veteran. Amid the news of Chamberlain’s death, fans are mourning the loss and wondering how he died when no health issues had been revealed.

When mini-series ruled prime time, their maxi-est star was Richard Chamberlain.

Handsome leading man Richard Chamberlain, who came to prominence in the 1960s medical series “Dr. Kildare” and then became king of the miniseries with such ratings blockbusters as “ Shogun ” and “ The Thorn Birds ,” has died. He was 90.