Joanna Lumley – Born in 1946
Joanna Lumley has long been one of Britain’s most glamorous and versatile stars. After rising to fame in the 1970s as Purdey in The New Avengers, she cemented her place in pop culture as the champagne-sipping, ever-fabulous Patsy Stone in Absolutely Fabulous. The role won her BAFTAs and international acclaim, making her a comedy icon.
But Lumley’s career stretches far beyond acting. She’s an accomplished presenter, travel documentarian, and tireless campaigner, using her voice to champion causes from Gurkha veterans’ rights to animal welfare. With her trademark wit, elegance, and compassion, Joanna has become not just an entertainer, but a national treasure.

