'Starksy & Hutch' actor David Soul dies at 80
Newsy
David Soul was best known for his role on "Starsky & Hutch," but he also had a long music and theater career.
David Soul, half of TV's crime-fighting duo "Starsky & Hutch," has died at the age of 80.
His wife of 13 years, Helen Snell, confirmed the news Friday, saying the "beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother" died Thursday "after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family."
"He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend," the statement, also shared to Soul's X page, said. "His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched."
David Soul—beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother—died yesterday after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family. He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend. His smile, laughter and…
