Avengers and Game of Thrones star Dame Diana Rigg dies aged 82

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Entertainment Weekly first reported the death - announcing the actress' daughter Rachel Stirling, confirmed that her famous mum Rigg was diagnosed with cancer in March. In the statement, Rachel said Diana "spent her last months joyfully reflecting on her extraordinary life, full of love, laughter and a deep pride in her profession.

Diana Rigg, best known for her starring role as Emma Peel in The Avengers in the 1960s and commanding character Lady Olenna Tyrell in Game Of Thrones, died on Thursday at her home in England. She was 82.

Diana Rigg has died aged 82.The Emmy and Tony-winning British actress, who shot to fame in the 1960s with her performance as seductive spy Emma Peel on The Avengers, passed away “peacefully early this morning,” her agent told BBC News on Thursday (September 10, 2020).“She was at home with her family who have asked for privacy at this difficult time,” they added.Rigg enjoyed a varied career with numerous starring roles, including playing ill-fated Bond girl Tracy di Vicenzo opposite 007 actor

George Lazenby has spoken of his sadness following the death of his James Bond co-star Dame Diana Rigg at the age of 82.The veteran performer was best known for roles in The Avengers, Game Of Thrones and On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, where she played Countess Teresa “Tracy” Bond, the wife of 007.Dame Diana died peacefully at home after being diagnosed with cancer in March this year, her daughter confirmed.Lazenby, 81, said on Instagram: “I’m so sad to hear of the death of Diana Rigg.“She

The Avengers, Game of Thrones, and On Her Majesty's Secret Service, has died at 82.Rigg's death was confirmed to BBC News by her agent on Thursday, who said she "died peacefully early this morning" while "at home with her family who have asked for privacy at this difficult time."Rigg rose to fame after starring as Emma Peel in the classic British series The Avengers beginning in 1965.

Diana Rigg, the Emmy- and Tony-winning British actress who vaulted to international fame in the 1960s with her performance as the seductive spy Emma Peel onThe Avengers, then gained a new following decades later as the cunning Lady Olenna Tyrell onGame of Thrones, died Thursday. She was 82.

Diana Rigg, a commanding British actress whose career stretched from iconic 1960s spy series “The Avengers” to fantasy juggernaut “Game of Thrones,” has died. She was 82.

LONDON (AP) — Diana Rigg, a commanding British actress whose career stretched from iconic 1960s spy series “The Avengers” to fantasy juggernaut “Game of Thrones,” has died. She was 82.Rigg’s agent, Simon Beresford, said she died Thursday morning at home with her family.

Receive newsletters with the latest news, sport and what's on updates from the Liverpool ECHO by signing up here. But it was her performance as the cat-suited Emma Peel in The Avengers that brought her international fame.She went onto star as the only Bond girl to get the secret agent to the altar although the marriage was abruptly cut short when her character was shot dead soon after the wedding.

The Avengers in the 1960s and more recently Lady Olenna Tyrell on Game of Thrones, passed away today (September 10.)Rigg joined Game of Thrones in season 3 in 2013, and was nominated for an Emmy for her performance in 2013, 2014 and 2015.“She was a beautiful kind and generous human being that enhanced the lives of all that knew her as well as a great actress.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Dame Diana Rigg has died aged 82.The sad news was announced on Twitter today. Diana was known for playing Emma Peel in the 1960s hit show The Avengers, James Bond's wife Teresa in 1969 film On Her Majesty's Secret Service and in more recent years, she played Olenna in Game of Thrones.

Dame Diana Rigg, who was best known for her roles in The Avengers, Game Of Thrones and On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, has died at the age of 82.

LONDON -- Diana Rigg, a British actress who became a 1960s style icon as secret agent Emma Peel in TV series “The Avengers,” has died. She was 82.Rigg’s agent Simon Beresford said she died Thursday morning at home with her family.

acclaimed actress known for her role as Contessa Teresa di Vicenzo, the only Bond girl to ever marry 007, Rigg was bestowed her “Dame” title in 1994 for her contributions to drama.She suffered from cancer but died surrounded by her family Thursday morning, according to the Sun.Mastering both film and theater, Rigg earned BAFTA, Emmy, Tony and Evening Standards Awards in her long tenure on the stage and on the screen.Despite her extensive stage experience, Rigg was perhaps best-known for her

Diana Rigg has sadly passed away.