Actress Dame Diana Rigg, known for her roles in The Avengers and Game Of Thrones, has died at the age of 82 after a battle with cancer.
In a career spanning more than six decades, Rigg also appeared in the Bond film On Her Majesty's Secret Service - notably becoming the only Bond girl to marry 007 - and appeared in countless stage productions, notably at the National Theatre, and won a BAFTA award, a Tony award and an Emmy award.
In a statement, her agent confirmed: "It is with tremendous sadness that we announce that Dame Diana Rigg died peacefully early this morning.
"She was at home with her family who have asked for privacy at this difficult time. Dame Diana was an icon of theatre, film, and television.
"She was the recipient of BAFTA, Emmy, Tony and Evening Standard Awards for her work on stage and screen.
"Dame Diana was a much loved and admired member of her profession, a force of nature who loved her work and her fellow actors. She will be greatly missed."
Rigg's daughter, the actress Rachael Stirling, said: "My Beloved Ma died peacefully in her sleep early this morning, at home, surrounded by family.
"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 had been working up until the time of her death and is currently appearing in Channel 5's revival of All Creatures Great and Small as Mrs Pumphrey.
Neil Wilkes
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