Lyle Waggoner, ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Star, Dies at 84

Actor was also known for “Wonder Woman” series

Lyle Waggoner
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Lyle Waggoner, an actor known for starring on “The Carol Burnett Show,” died Tuesday at age 84.

He died peacefully at his home on Tuesday morning surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer, his rep confirmed to TheWrap.

Waggoner was also known for appearing on the “Wonder Woman” TV series as Major Steve Trevor from 1975 to 1979.

The actor appeared in over 170 episodes of “The Carol Burnett Show,” voicing various characters as well the announcer between 1967 and 1974.

His first television credit was a 1966 episode of “Gunsmoke” called “Wishbone,” on which he played a character named Aikens.

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