David McCallum’s cause of death, what did Illya Kuriakin of The Man From U.N.C.L.E die of?

David McCallum, the actor most known for his role as Illya Kuryakin in the 60’s hit spy drama “The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” and had a part in ‘The Invisible Man’ died on Monday in his home in New York City at the age of 90 due to natural causes.

According to his son Peter who sent a statement to the press claimed that his father “Was a true renaissance man – he was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge. For example, he was capable of conducting a symphony orchestra and (if needed) could actually perform an autopsy, based on his decades-long studies for his role on NCIS.”

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While also sharing some inside information regarding the actor’s relationship with his family which he put in the forefront of his life, even before acting “He was the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father. He always put family before self. He looked forward to any chance to connect with his grandchildren and had a unique bond with each of them. He and his youngest grandson, Whit, 9, could often be found in the corner of a room at family parties having deep philosophical conversations.”

David McCallum starred in ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E., NCIS, The Invisible Man, and many more

Meanwhile, his wife wanted to grow old together, according to his son “After returning from the hospital to their apartment, I asked my mother if she was OK before she went to sleep. Her answer was simply, “Yes. But I do wish we had had a chance to grow old together.” She is 79, and dad just turned 90. The honesty in that emotion shows how vibrant their beautiful relationship and daily lives were, and that somehow, even at 90, Daddy never grew old.”

Back in 2012, McCallum was interviewed by Variety to address the reason why he was still working after 60 years in showbusiness “I’m doing it because I absolutely love what I’m doing. I’m doing what I was born to do. And I did it when I joined Equity in 1946. And it’s wonderful to have this show and this character at this point in my career.”

He is survived by his wife Katherine McCallum who had been married for 56 years, his 4 children, and 8 grandchildren.