Joanna Lumley – 75, Srinagar
With her striking beauty, it’s no surprise that Joanna Lumley began her career as a model during the Swinging Sixties. She dabbled in acting, but her big break came when she was cast as Purdey in the 1970s show The New Avengers out of 800 auditionees. While captivating spectators, she also established herself as an important figure, with her hairstyle, called the Purdey bob, becoming a worldwide craze. Lumley, at 75, has successfully maintained her place in the industry, having recently starred in The Picture of Dorian Gray and is now filming The Inn at the Edge of the World.
Leslie Phillips – 97, Tottenham
Leslie Phillips fans will be pleased to learn that the talented English actor will star in a new mystery film named Darkheart Manor. After all, he hasn’t been on screen since deciding to retire in 2012, effectively ending his 78-year career. Phillips’ best performances are in the films Doctor in the House and Carry On. He also hosted The Navy Lark, a popular radio comedy show. Younger audiences will recall his voice as the Sorting Hat from the Harry Potter film series.