1: Young Diana Rigg began her acting career at the Royal Shakespeare Company.

2: She starred as Emma Peel in the iconic TV series The Avengers.

3: Rigg won a Tony Award for her performance in the play Medea.

4: She appeared in the James Bond film On Her Majesty's Secret Service.

5: Rigg was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II in 1994.

6: She played Olenna Tyrell in Game of Thrones.

7: Rigg was known for her sharp wit and intelligence.

8: She attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

9: Rigg's legacy continues to inspire actors and audiences worldwide.