NCIS star David McCallum has died at 90 years old.

According to a statement given by his family to CBS, McCallum died of natural causes while surrounded by his family at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

“David was a gifted actor and author, and beloved by so many around the world,” the statement said. “He led an incredible life, and his legacy will forever live on through his family and the countless hours on film and television that will never go away.”

“We will miss his warmth and endearing sense of humor that lit up any room our soundstage he stepped onto,” the family continued, “as well as the brilliant stories he often shared from a life well-lived.”

McCallum led a successful career in acting, earning two Emmy nominations for his role in the 1960s spy series, The Man From U.N.C.L.E. His film work includes roles in The Great Escape and A Night to Remember. McCallum also starred in the NBC series The Invisible Man before being cast as his last and most notable role, Donald “Ducky” Mallard in NCIS.

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McCallum is survived by his wife of 56 years, three sons, one daughter and eight grandchildren.

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