William Christopher, Father Mulcahy on ‘M*A*S*H,’ dies

'M*A*S*H' actor dead at 84

(CNN)William Christopher, known for his portrayal of chaplain Father Mulcahy on the beloved TV show “M*A*S*H,” has died, his agent told CNN.

The actor had a small carcinoma and had been diagnosed about 18 months ago, said his son, John Christopher, who added that his father was doing great until two or three weeks ago when his health started to decline.

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Born in Evanston, Illnois, Christopher started his acting career in New York City in several off-Broadway productions that eventually led…