Actor Michael Cole, widely known for his role as Pete Cochran in the ABC crime drama series The Mod Squad, has passed away. As his fans mourn the TV star’s death, many are curious to know how did he die.

Michael Cole, who as a star of 'The Mod Squad' was one of an iconic trio in late-1960s television, has died. He was 84.

The late actor took on the role of Peter Cochran in the late 1960s police drama Michael Cole, best known for his role in The Mod Squad, has died. He was 84. On Dec. 10, the late actor — who made his mark as Pete Cochran in the 1960s police drama — died peacefully "surrounded by his loved ones after living a full and vibrant life,