Phyllis Diller

actress and comedian

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American comedian and actress; artist, musician and mother (1917-2012)

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On August 20, 2012, the legendary comedian, Phyllis Diller , died at age 95. Last year, The Business producer Darby Maloney interviewed Diller for a BBC radio documentary about her.

Phyllis Diller in Her Own Words

On August 20, 2012, the legendary comedian, Phyllis Diller , died at age 95. Last year, The Business producer Darby Maloney interviewed Diller for a BBC radio documentary about her.

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