The actor Peter Falk, who gained international fame as the television detective Columbo, died in his home yesterday at the age of 83. Born in New York, Falk didn't start acting until he was nearly 30 but quickly made a name for himself. In his career he won a Tony on Broadway, was nominated for two Oscars, and won five Emmys for his television work, four of them for playing Lt. Columbo. more ›