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Russell Davies interviews A-list legends of music, art, comedy and film

The Art of Artists: Series 1: Episode 8: Dame Diana Rigg

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BBC Radio 2 - The Art of Artists, Series 1, Dame Diana Rigg

Russell Davies interviews Dame Diana Rigg.

Russell Davies interviews British actress Dame Diana Rigg.

Russell Davies interview A-list legends of music, art, comedy and film. This week, Russell is in conversation with British actress Dame Diana Rigg.

Starting her career on the stage as part of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Diana went on to become a feminist icon of the 1960s when she played the role of Emma Peel in TV series "The Avengers". The same decade also saw her star on the silver screen as a Bond girl in "On Her Majesty's Secret Service". She has had continued success throughout her career, winning a BAFTA, a Tony Award and an Emmy, and has most recently featured in hit shows "Doctor Who" and "Game of Thrones".

She speaks to Russell about her art, alongside a soundtrack inspired by her career.

The Art of Artists: Series 1

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