Joanna Lumley

Biography

Dame Joanna Lamond Lumley DBE FRGS, born on May 1, 1946, is a multifaceted British talent renowned as an actress, presenter, former model, author, television producer, and activist. She achieved fame for her iconic portrayal of Patsy Stone in the beloved BBC sitcom *Absolutely Fabulous*, which aired from 1992 to 2012, earning her two BAFTA TV Awards. In addition, she garnered a Tony Award nomination in 2011 for Best Featured Actress in the Broadway revival of *La Bête*. Her accolades include the Special Recognition Award at the National Television Awards in 2013 and the prestigious BAFTA Fellowship award in 2017.

Throughout her illustrious career, Lumley has been involved in numerous television series such as *The New Avengers* (1976-1977), *Sapphire & Steel* (1979-1982), *Sensitive Skin* (2005-2007), *Jam & Jerusalem* (2006-2008), and the current series *Finding Alice* (2021-present). Her film credits encompass notable works like *On Her Majesty's Secret Service* (1969), *Shirley Valentine* (1989), and *The Wolf of Wall Street* (2013), among others.

Beyond her entertainment career, Lumley is a dedicated advocate for various humanitarian causes, including Survival International and the Gurkha Justice Campaign. She also champions animal welfare through organizations such as Compassion in World Farming. In recognition of her contributions to drama, charity, and entertainment, she was appointed a Dame in the 2022 New Year Honours.