Obituary of Diana Rigg

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Diana Rigg

Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth Rigg (born July 20th, 1938 in Doncaster, England) was a TV Actress who was best known for her role as Emma Peel in the 1960s American TV series "The Avengers". Diana may have died on September 10th, 2020 and her death was reportedly because of cancer. She passed away at the age of 82 in the prime of her life.

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Diana Rigg Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Rigg, Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth
    • Common Name: Diana Rigg
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Doncaster, England
    • Birth Date: July 20, 1938
    • Age: 82 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1957-2020
    Diana Rigg 1973
    Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth on Wikipedia
    • Nationality: British
    • Favorite Food: Franks Hot Sauce
    • Favorite Color: Turquoise
    • Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
    • Favorite Actor: Diane Keaton

    Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Enid Diana Elizabeth Rigg
    • Father: Louis Rigg
    • Mother: Beryl Hilda Rigg (née Helliwell)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Menachem Gueffen (married 1973-divorced 1976)
      • Archie Stirling (married 1982-divorced 1990)
    • Daughter(s):

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 10 2020 at age 82
  • Place: London, England
  • Cause of Death: Lung cancer
  • Interment: Unknown

Category Tags:

TV ActressStage Actress Film Actress British Born on July 20th Born in 1938 Died in 2020 Died at age 82 Died from Lung cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Ms. Rigg lived a life full of grace, talent, and courage, inspiring countless generations with her unforgettable performances on stage and screen. Her legacy will continue to live on, forever impacting the hearts and minds of those who were touched by her remarkable career. (V)"

"Diana Rigg had a remarkable professional life as an accomplished actress, known for her iconic roles in television, film, and stage productions, but sadly passed away at the age of 82. (V)"

Is Ms. Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth Rigg still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-27 12:24:38
Author: Tucker
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