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Comedy queen dies at 95

Phyllis Diller, largely considered a legend in the comedy world, died in Los Angeles on Monday at the age of 95.

Reports say she had recently fallen and hurt her wrist and hip. Her health had been allegedly been deteriorating ever since. She was living in hospice care in her home.

Diller, known for her loud cackle, broke down gender barriers in the comedy scene. Then there were, of course, her feather boas and bouffant wigs.

 

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