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Diana Rigg, British star of stage and screen, dies aged 82 – Sydney Morning Herald
Diana Rigg, who came to fame in the cult 1960s TV show The Avengers and more recently appeared in Game of Thrones, has died.
“She died of cancer diagnosed in March, and spent her last months joyfully reflecting on her extraordinary life, full of love, laughter and a deep pride in her profession. I will miss her beyond words.”
Rigg starred in The Avengers alongside Patrick McNees bowler-hatted John Steed. They played an impeccably dressed duo who fought villains and traded quips in a show whose mix of adventure and humour was enduringly influential.
Rigg starred opposite Australian George Lazenby in spy thriller On H…
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