Actors who died on February 9

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on February 9. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2007 Ian Richardson

  Ian Richardson was a renowned Scottish actor best known for his role as Francis Urquhart in the BBC political drama series 'House of Cards.' With a distinguished career in theater and television, Richardson was acclaimed for his versatility and commanding stage presence. [bio]

• 2018 John Gavin

  John Gavin was an American actor and diplomat, best known for his roles in classic films such as 'Psycho' and 'Spartacus', and for serving as the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico from 1981 to 1986. [bio]