Actor Gavin MacLeod attends the 7th annual Ping Pong 4 Purpose celebrity tournament fundraiser at Dodger Stadium on August 08, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Tullberg/Getty Images) PALM DESERT, Calif. - Gavin MacLeod, famous for his roles as the captain on "Love Boat" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" died Saturday at the age of 90 according to TMZ and Variety.
According to both outlets, MacLeod died early Saturday morning but relatives did not disclose the cause of death.TMZ reported the actor passed away at his home in Palm Desert, CA, surrounded by his family.
MacLeod had been in and out of the hospital dealing with illnesses, according to the outlet. Known to sitcom fans for his bald head and wide smile, MacLeod.