Justin Richards: key obituary facts
Is Justin Richards dead? Yes. Justin Richards died on June 28, 2026, at age 64.
Cause of death: Justin Richards's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Justin Richards known for?
He was a British writer.
More about Justin Richards
Born: 14 September 1961.
Place of birth: Epping.
Gender: male.
Occupation: writer, novelist, children's writer.
Nationality: United Kingdom.
Education: Dean Close School.
Also known as: Justin C Richards.
Justin Richards, a British writer best known for his Doctor Who books and The Invisible Detective series, died on June 28, 2026, at the age of 64.
Born in Epping on September 14, 1961, he attended Dean Close School in Cheltenham before studying English and Theatre at the University of Warwick. Richards wrote science fiction, fantasy and adventure fiction, including novels, reference books and audio plays linked to the long-running BBC television series Doctor Who.
He was also known by the name Justin C Richards.