Alexandra Bastedo

English actress in The Champions

Alexandra Bastedo - English actress in The Champions
Born

March 9th, 1946
79 years ago

Died

January 12th, 2014
11 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English actress gained prominence through roles in television and film. Starred in the 1960s ITC series The Champions, portraying a member of a team of secret agents with extraordinary abilities. Appeared in several other television shows and films throughout her career, including guest roles in popular series. Also involved in animal welfare and expressed a passion for animal rights.

Starred in The Champions

Appeared in The Saint

Featured in the film The Frighteners

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