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Prisoner star McGoohan dies, aged 80

McGoohan - Known around the world for The Prisoner
McGoohan - Known around the world for The Prisoner

Patrick McGoohan, the star of the cult television series 'The Prisoner' and 'Danger Man', has died.

McGoohan, who was 80, died at his home in Los Angeles after a short illness.

Born in New York and raised in Ireland and the UK, McGoohan was a double Emmy winner for his guest-starring roles on 'Columbo'.

His film credits included 'Escape from Alcatraz', 'Braveheart' and 'A Time to Kill'.

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