Lyn Peters was a British-American actress and caterer who was best known for her roles in popular TV shows of the 1960s and 1970s, such as Get Smart, Hogan’s Heroes, and Batman. She was also the widow of actor Paul Burke, who starred in Naked City, 12 O’Clock High, and Dynasty. She died at her home in Palm Springs, California, on September 10, 2013, at the age of 72. But what was the cause of her death? And what was her life and career like before she passed away? Here are some facts you may not know about Lyn Peters.
Contents
Early Life and Modeling Career
Lyn Peters was born as Evelyn Anne Peters on February 28, 1941, in Argentina. She was raised and educated in London, where she started working as a fashion model. According to Wikipedia, she moved to Los Angeles, California, in the early 1960s to pursue an acting career.
Acting Roles and Parodies
Lyn Peters landed several notable roles in American television series during the 1960s and 1970s. She played Lady Prudence, the daughter of Lord Marmaduke Ffogg (Rudy Vallee), a villain who lived near the fictional city of Londinium in a three-part episode of Batman in 1967. She also appeared as Mrs. Emily Neal, a KAOS agent who tried to sabotage American athletes in a 1968 episode of Get Smart. According to The Hollywood Reporter, her character was a parody of Emma Peel (Diana Rigg), a spy from The Avengers. Some of her other TV credits include It Takes a Thief, Hogan’s Heroes, The Rat Patrol, Twelve O’Clock High, Daniel Boone, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., and The Girl from U.N.C.L.E. She also had small roles in movies such as In Like Flint (1967) and Grave of the Vampire (1972).
Catering Business and Personal Life
Lyn Peters retired from acting in the 1980s and became a caterer. She founded her own catering company called Custom Catering, which served clients such as Bob Hope and Frank Sinatra. She earned the nickname “caterer to the stars” for her service. According to Parade, she was a graduate of the culinary academy Le Cordon Bleu.
Lyn Peters married actor Paul Burke in 1979. He died in 2009 from leukemia and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She had three stepchildren from his previous marriage: Paula, Paul Jr., and Dina. Her step-granddaughter is Arrested Development actress Alia Shawkat. Lyn Peters also had a son named Karl from her first marriage to Lars Erik Steiner, but he died in 1989.
Undisclosed Cause of Death
Lyn Peters died at her home in Palm Springs, California, on September 10, 2013. She was 72 years old. The cause of her death was not disclosed to the public. She was cremated and her ashes were scattered at sea. A memorial service was held for her on October 26, 2013, at the Church of St. Paul in the Desert in Palm Springs.
Lyn Peters was a talented actress and a successful caterer who left behind a legacy of memorable performances and delicious dishes. She will be remembered by her fans and loved ones for her beauty, charm, and humor.
