Julie McKenzie, Born in 1941 – Marple
Julia Kathleen Nancy McKenzie is a well-known English actress, singer, presenter, and theatre director. On television, McKenzie is known for her BAFTA Award nomination for Hester Fields in the sitcom ‘Fresh Fields’ and its sequel and also as Miss Marple in Agatha Christie’s Marple. She also recorded an audiobook of Lewis Carroll’s ‘Through the Looking Glass.’
McKenzie appeared in a National Theatre 80th birthday tribute to Lord Oliver, ‘Happy Birthday, Sir Larry’, on 31 May 1987 in the presence of Olivier himself. McKenzie was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the 2018 New Year Honors for services to drama.
Barbara Walters, Born in 1929 – Beginners
Barbara Walters is undeniably among the best interviewers and broadcast journalists of the golden age. Having covered the top stories of the gilded era, the TV anchor worked very hard from 1952 before retiring in 2015.
Throughout her six-decade career, Barbara had interviewed plenty of famed folks, and she did it all exceedingly well, earning herself an induction to the 1989’s ‘Television Hall of Fame’ and several accolades including a Primetime Emmy, and even an award by the GLAAD Excellence in Media. What a fruitful life to reminisce on!
Bern Nadette Stanis, Born in 1953 – Good Times
Bern Nadette Stanis is a famous American actress and author popularly known for her role as Thelma Evans on the CBS sitcom ‘Good Times.’ After the series ended, Stanis appeared on television shows including ‘The Cosby Show’ and ‘What’s Happening Now!!’ She has also been featured in promotions for the TV One network and in a Thelma promotion.
Stanis is the author of four bestsellers: ‘ Situations 101: Relationships’, ‘The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: For Men Only,’ ‘Situations 101: Finances’, and ‘The Last Night.’ In 2016, she appeared on an episode of ‘Centric’s Being’ discussing her life and career.
Ann Benson – Now 92 Years Old
Ann Benson is a veteran actress renowned for her performance in television shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Betty White’s Off Their Rocker, and Scorpion. With her charming aura and brilliant acting, Ann has earned a lot of respect and applause throughout her career.
Just like her professional life, she has been lucky to have a healthy personal life as well. Benson is married to her childhood love and prominent writer Jerry Segal. The evergreen couple is blessed with two talented children, actor-director Robby Benson, and fashion designer Shelli Segal. Passionate about her career, Ann even hosted a children’s show written by her husband titled Small Fry Varieties.
Joanna Lumley, Born in 1946 – Absolutely Fabulous
Joanna Lamond Lumley, popularly known as Joanna Lumley, is a legendary English actress and author. She is often praised for her work in film, television, as well as theater. In addition to her successful career, Lumley is also known for her activism and charity work. She has been involved with numerous charities over the years.
Some of her renowned work as a Philanthropist includes the role of the Gurkha Justice Campaign’s public face, which she took on in 2008. Further, Lumley narrated Survival International’s documentary, Mine: Story of a Sacred Mountain. In addition, she also provided writing for the book We Are One: A Celebration of Tribal Peoples, which benefited Survival.
