Bastedo’s Enigmatic Charm Championed the 1960s

A riveting 1960s photo captures Alexandra Bastedo from “The Champions” in a moment of introspective beauty. Hand perched atop her head, a lush ponytail gracefully falls onto her shoulder, accentuated by dangling earrings and distinctive arm jewelry. Beyond her on-screen allure, she penned a best-selling memoir, “Beware Dobermanns, Donkeys, and Ducks,” and authored two guides on pet care.

Her love for animals manifested profoundly in her founding of the Alexandra Bastedo Champions (ABC) Animal Sanctuary. Demonstrating her undying commitment, Sussexexpress.co.uk disclosed posthumously in 2014 that she left nearly £900K for wildlife welfare. An actress of substance, Bastedo’s dual legacies in film and animal advocacy remain unparalleled.