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The public map records this plaque for Diana Dors. Its recorded inscription reads: Diana Dors 1931-1984 English Actress opened the popular “El Tucan” café here in 1955. A toucan sculpture was commissioned by Shanly Homes in 2020 and created by father and son artists Brian and George Fell.
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Diana Dors was a prominent English actress and sex symbol of the 1950s and 1960s, known for her roles in British films and her distinctive appearance. She opened the popular "El Tucan" café in 1955, which became a notable venue in London's entertainment scene.
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