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Joanna Lumley: 80 and Bigger Than Ever!
24 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Dame Joanna Lumley stars in Netflix's 'Wednesday' as Wednesday Addams's grandmother.
- She reunites with Jennifer Saunders for a special Christmas episode of Motherland.
- Lumley releases 'My Book of Treasures,' an anthology of her favorite writings and quotes.
Dame Joanna Lumley, a cherished British personality, is enjoying a remarkable career phase as she approaches her 80th birthday. She currently captivates audiences as the grandmother of Wednesday Addams in Netflix's popular series 'Wednesday,' with Lumley teasing that upcoming installments will be "huge."
Beyond her Netflix success, Lumley is set to delight viewers with a 'Motherland' spin-off, 'Amandaland,' and a Christmas special that marks her first on-screen reunion with 'Absolutely Fabulous' co-star Jennifer Saunders in nearly a decade. Her diverse talents also extend to travel documentaries, with her next destination being Argentina.
In addition to her screen work, Lumley has released "My Book of Treasures," a personal collection of poems, observations, and quotes that offer uplifting life lessons. The anthology features a wide range of contributors and reflects Lumley's enduring optimism and philosophical outlook on life.
