Michael Keating has died

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Actor Michael Keating, known as Vila Restal in 'Blake's 7', has died at age 79.
He was the only cast member to appear in all 52 episodes of the TV series.
Keating's acting career spanned from 1966, including theater and TV roles.
He performed at venues like Nottingham Playhouse, National Theatre, and Old Vic.
At Big Finish, he reprised Vila in audio dramas starting in 2012.
Beyond acting, he was an avid rambler, reader, and described as easy-going.
He played roles in 'Doctor Who' on TV and audio, and in 'EastEnders'.
His last Big Finish work was in 2022's 'The Terra Nostra'.

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