Sir Christopher Lee Dead - 'Dracula' Actor Dies at 93

Sir Christopher Lee, the iconic actor who first rose to fame as the title character in the 1958 Hammer Horror Dracula, has died at 93.

The actor was married to model Birgit Kroencke for a little over fifty years and he is survived by their daughter, Christina.

Christoper died on Sunday (June 7) at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London after suffering heart and respiratory problems, The Telegraph confirms.

He has also made memorable appearances as Saruman in the Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit movies, as well as Count Dooku in two Star Wars films.

We send out our thoughts and condolences to Christopher Lee‘s loved ones during this difficult time.