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British Actor David Killick Dies at 87, Known for Roles in The Crown and A Touch of Frost.
ByAinvest
Monday, Jul 7, 2025 5:51 pm ET1min read
British actor David Killick, known for his roles in "The Crown" and "A Touch of Frost," has passed away at the age of 87. Killick died peacefully on July 4th at a north London hospice after a short illness. His agent confirmed the news, stating that Killick was an actor for over 60 years and was loved and respected by his colleagues.
British actor David Killick, known for his roles in "The Crown" and "A Touch of Frost," has passed away at the age of 87. Killick died peacefully on July 4th at a north London hospice after a short illness. His agent confirmed the news, stating that Killick was an actor for over 60 years and was loved and respected by his colleagues.Killick was born in 1938 in Edmonton, Middlesex, England. He enjoyed a stellar career both on screen and stage, with a long list of credits behind him. These include "Pressure: D-Day Event," "Shakespeare and Hathaway," "Without Motive," "Midsomer Murders," "Shelley," "Rough Justice," "The Bill," "True Tilda," "The Famous Five," "Moving Story," "A Touch of Frost," "Not Even God Is Wise Enough," "Lovejoy," "The History Boys," "Mojo," "The Grotesque," and "Bye Bye Baby." He also acted in John Loesser's musical, "Guys and Dolls," which was performed and produced by the Royal Lyceum Theatre Company.
Most recently, Killick was seen in a stage performance of "Witness For The Prosecution" last year. He also appeared as a pathologist in the 90s drama "Touch Of Frost" and played Mess President in season five of Netflix's "The Crown."
His career was not just limited to the screen, with theatre performances in plays such as "The Importance Of Being Earnest." He also performed in "Pressure," which was seen by then Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
Killick's agent profile summarized his work with a light-hearted message, highlighting his extensive experience and love for the work. He was a long-time member of the RSC and occasionally performed at the NT. His voice acting credits include "The Judgement of Sherlock Holmes" and "Doctor Who: The Lost Stories."
David Killick will be sorely missed by his colleagues and fans alike.
References:
[1] https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/14645266/touch-of-frost-crown-actor-david-killick-dead/
[2] https://www.lbc.co.uk/news/entertainment/touch-frost-the-crown-star-david-killick-dies-aged-87/
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