British actress Rachael Stirling has spoken out after media coverage compared her to a cannibal, following her admission that she ate some of the ashes of her mother, Diana Rigg, who died in 2020.

Stirlng called it a personal tribute and said she was unprepared for the reaction it would draw.

The comparison sparked significant media interest after Stirling discussed the private gesture she made following her mother's death.

She made clear that the act was deeply personal and not something she felt required justification.

Diana Rigg was one of Britain's most celebrated actress, recognised for her roles in The Avengers and Game of Thrones.

Rigg's standing as a cultural icon remains well established, and Stirling has long reflected publicly on her influence.

Stirlng is also set to appear at an upcoming event in Tisbury.