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Blackman died of natural causes at her home in
Sussex, southern England the family said in a statement to the
Guardian newspaper.
"As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother, Honor
was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent; with an
extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical
prowess, along with her unique voice and a dedicated work
ethic," the statement said.
"She achieved an unparalleled iconic status in the world of film
and entertainment and with absolute commitment to her craft and
total professionalism in all her endeavours she contributed to
some of the great films and theatre productions of our times,"
it said.
Blackman played Pussy Galore in the 1964 James Bond film "Goldfinger,"
as well as Cathy Gale in "The Avengers," a 1961 spy drama
television series.
(Reporting by Elizabeth Howcroft; editing by Stephen Addison)
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