Phyllis Diller Dead: Iconic Comedian Dies at 95

Phyllis Diller, legendary humorist who paved the way for future female comedians, died in her sleep at her L.A. home on Monday at the age of 95.

Diller began her comedic career back in 1952, and her name rose to fame in the 1960s after she began working alongside Bob Hope. She later starred in her own series "The Phyllis Diller Show" as well as the variety show "The Beautiful Phyllis Diller Show." Diller turned the typical "1950s housewife" stereotype on its head, with her loud and brash laugh, eccentric style, exuberant personality, and self-deprecating humor.

Although reports claim that Diller had recently taken a fall which resulted in her hurting her wrist and hip, her reps insist the injuries had nothing to do with her death.

Diller held some reoccurring roles during the 1990s, including on WB's "7th Heaven" and CBS' "The Bold and the Beautiful."

Comedian Joan Rivers, who Diller described as her "protégée," recently appeared on "Watch What Happens Live" and claimed that Diller "broke the way for every woman comedian."

Diller resided in Brentwood, CA until her death - she once even served as the city's honorary mayor. She is survived by her three children.