Michael Gough, best known for playing Alfred the butler in several 'Batman' movies, has died. He was 94.

Gough passed away early Thursday morning at home with his family.

Born in 1916, the BAFTA-winning star began acting in the 1940s. He went on to appear in more than 150 films and TV shows during his 65-year career, including 1967's 'Pride and Prejudice', 'Doctor Who' and several Hammer horror movies.

Known for playing villains in his early years as an actor, he was once described as "the cheaper version of Vincent Price". As he got older he was often cast as a distinguished British gentleman.

He first played the role of the Caped Crusader's right hand man in 1989's 'Batman'. He reprised the role in three more films afterwards.

Gough was one of Tim Burton's regulars. He starred in 'Sleepy Hollow', 'Corpse Bride' and performed the voice of Dodo Bird in last year's 'Alice in Wonderland'.

Other notable screen credits include 'Out of Africa' and 'The Age of Innocence'.