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.

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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)
    • Occupation: TV Actress
    Diana Rigg 1973
    Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth on Wikipedia
    • Nationality: British
    • Favorite Food: Franks Hot Sauce
    • Favorite Color: Turquoise (See all her faves at Hot-Forum)

    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 ActressBritish Born on July 20th Born in 1938 Died in 2020 Died at age 82 Died from Lung cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"The best way out is always through."

"I am big! It's my pants that got small."

"Dame Enid Diana Elizabeth 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)"

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: 2024-02-16 16:43:05
Author: Stan
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