ACTOR Geoffrey Palmer has died peacefully at home aged 93. Palmer starred in As Time Goes By, Butterflies and Doctor Who, as well as the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies.
Palmer died at his home, the star's agent confirmed. He is survived by his wife Sally and their children Harriet and Charles.
Palmer was born in London in 1927, and served in the Royal Marines. He trained as an accoutant but his girlfriend convinced him to sign up for a dramatic society.
Palmer's first role on television was as part of the ITV series The Army Game. He was known for his world-weary demeanour but he said it did not reflect his true personality. "I'm not grumpy, I just look this way," he said.
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