William Russell in 'The Adventures of Sir Lancelot,' left, and 'Doctor Who' Everett Collection William Russell, one of the earliest companions in BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who, has died aged 99.

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William Russell, who played one of the original companions, Ian Chesterton, in Doctor Who has died at the age of 99. A statement confirmed the actor had died on Monday 3 June. William had been ...

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