Dame Joanna Lumley

Dame Joanna Lumley is one of the most celebrated figures in British entertainment, with a career spanning film, television and theatre. After early appearances in Coronation Street and On Her Majesty's Secret Service, she achieved status as a cultural icon through her roles as Purdy in The New Avengers and the irrepressible Patsy Stone in Absolutely Fabulous. Her diverse filmography includes working with Martin Scorsese in The Wolf of Wall Street and appearing in Paddington 2. For her immense contributions to drama and charity, she was appointed a Dame in the 2022 New Year Honours. Beyond her acting achievements, Dame Joanna is a prolific traveller and documentary maker. She has chronicled expeditions along the Silk Road, the Nile and the Trans-Siberian Railway, often retracing historic routes with a focus on cultural exploration. Her humanitarian work is equally significant, most notably her high-profile leadership of the Gurkha Justice Campaign. She continues to be a prominent voice in modern media, recently joining the cast of the acclaimed series Wednesday as Grandmama and starring in the drama Finding Alice. As a speaker, Dame Joanna brings a wealth of stories from her decades in the spotlight and her global adventures. Audiences value her sophisticated storytelling, her warmth and her unique perspective on a life defined by professional excellence and dedicated activism. On stage, Dame Joanna Lumley is best known for talks on Acting, Television, Film, Charity, Exploration and Public Speaking. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Adventure & Exploration, Arts & Culture, Charity & Non-Profit and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Dame Joanna Lumley is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Dame Joanna Lumley travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Dame Joanna Lumley would approach your audience.