Diana Rigg, star of ‘The Avengers’ and ‘Game of Thrones,’ dead at 82
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 star-making role in “The Avengers” in 1965.