World News for Students of English

04-04-2025 07:00

Richard Chamberlain, a famous actor, passed away at the age of 90 due to complications from a stroke. He was well-known for his role in the 1960s television series Dr. Kildare, which made him a household name.

His career spanned over 60 years, during which he won three Golden Globe awards and received four Emmy nominations. He became particularly famous in the 1970s and 1980s for starring in many successful television mini-series, including Shogun and The Thorn Birds, which cemented his status as a TV icon. Apart from acting in television and film, Chamberlain was also a respected stage actor. He performed in Broadway productions and was praised for his work in theater. In 2003, Chamberlain published his memoir Shattered Love, in which he openly spoke about his life and revealed that he was gay. His decision to share his truth was an essential step in his journey, and he later embraced roles that reflected his identity.

Following his passing, many tributes have been shared by fans and fellow actors. William Shatner called him a talented and dedicated performer. His lifelong partner expressed his sadness, saying that Chamberlain was now with the angels. Despite Chamberlain’s claim that he was not concerned about being remembered, his influence on television, film, and theater will continue.

Difficult words: household name (a person or thing that is well known by the public), cement (to make something stronger or more certain), dedicated (believing that something is very important and giving a lot of time and energy to it).

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