Richard Chamberlain, who is renowned for his leading roles in iconic television series such as Dr Kildare, Shōgun (an old adaptation of James Clavell's novel), and The Thorn Birds, has passed away at the age of 90. The three-time Golden Globe awardee succumbed to complications after experiencing a stroke the other day in Hawaii, just days shy of his 91st birthday.

Chamberlain's partner, Martin Rabbett, confirmed the news through a statement, which reads, "Our beloved Richard is with the angels now. He is free and soaring to those loved ones before us. How blessed were we to have known such an amazing and loving soul. Love never dies. And our love is under his wings lifting him to his next great adventure."

After college, young Chamberlain was enlisted in the American Army. Chamberlain served in Korea from 1956 to 1958, in which period he attained the rank of sergeant.

Returning to the United States, Chamberlain co-founded a Los Angeles theater group named Company of Angels in 1959. He began his acting career with appearances in episodes of notable series like Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Gunsmoke, and Riverboat.

His breakthrough role came with the titular character in NBC's medical drama series Dr Kildare, which had a five-season run from 1961 to 1966. This role earned him his maiden Golden Globe award. He later secured two more Golden Globes for his work in Shōgun and The Thorn Birds.

Throughout his extensive career, Chamberlain also starred in numerous films, including The Three Musketeers, The Count of Monte Cristo, The Man in the Iron Mask, and The Swarm. His television credits also include appearances in The Bourne Identity, Touched by an Angel, Desperate Housewives and Twin Peaks: The Return.

The French magazine Nous Deux publicly revealed in 1989 that Chamberlain was homosexual, which he confirmed in his autobiography, titled 'Shattered Love: A Memoir'.