Michael Keating has died at the age of 79 (1947–2026)

Michael Keating, the British actor best known for playing Vila Restal in the BBC's science fiction series Blake's 7 (1978-1981), has died at age 79. Keating was the only cast member to appear in all 52 episodes of the show and later reprised the role in Big Finish audio productions starting in 2012, bringing the same depth and warmth to the character that made him beloved by audiences.