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Veteran actor Christopher Lee dies at age 93

By MELODY L. GOH
Christopher Lee in 2012. Lee, famous for playing Dracula, and his roles in The Lord Of The Rings and Star Wars, has died aged 93 on June 7. Photo: AFP

Legendary actor Christopher Lee died over the weekend in London after being hospitalised for respiratory problems and heart failure.

Lee died on June 7 at age 93. His death was only made public today as per his wife Birgit Kroncke's wishes to inform all family members and friends first.

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Veteran actor Christopher Lee dies at age 93

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