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Riders Actor Marcus Gilbert Dies at 67 After Reported Throat Cancer Battle

Fans learned of his death via a Facebook post from a dedicated page cited by UK media.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report he died on Sunday, 11 January 2026, with most citing a three‑year battle with throat cancer.
  • He was best known for playing Rupert Campbell-Black in ITV’s 1993 Riders, with notable credits in Doctor Who, Rambo III and Army of Darkness.
  • Doctor Who’s Russell T Davies noted the news in a social media comment, and actor Toby Hadoke posted a detailed tribute.
  • He is survived by his children Maxi and Aaliya, as earlier reports noted his wife Dr Homaa Khan-Gilbert died in 2020 and his Parkinson’s diagnosis was disclosed that year.
  • Recent coverage references his later relationship with former co-star Lysette Anthony, while one outlet diverged by listing his age as 69.