Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory actress Diana Sowle is dead. She was 88. She passed away in the early hours of Friday morning (October 19), a statement from her agent said, reports thesun.co.uk.

"It is with deep sadness that we announce the loss of beloved friend, family member and actress Diana Sowle at the age of 88. Diana passed away in the early morning hours of Friday, October 19, with family by her side.