Dawn French rose to fame in the early 1980s as part of the British comedy duo French and Saunders, alongside Jennifer Saunders. They first gained recognition for their work on the BBC sketch comedy show "The Comic Strip Presents..." and later went on to star in their own self-titled sketch show, "French and Saunders," which ran for 10 seasons from 1987 to 2007.
Why is she Famous?
French is known for her comedic talent, her unique physical appearance, and her ability to portray a wide range of characters. She is particularly famous for her comedic work with Jennifer Saunders, with whom she has collaborated for over 40 years. Together, they have created and starred in numerous comedy sketches, sitcoms, and films, and are widely regarded as one of the most successful female comedy duos in British television history.
Other Notable Work:
In addition to her work with French and Saunders, Dawn French has also had a successful solo career. She has starred in several sitcoms, including "The Vicar of Dibley" (1994-2007), in which she played the title role of the Reverend Geraldine Granger, and "French & Saunders Live" (2008-2009), a live variety show featuring sketches and musical performances. She has also appeared in numerous films, such as "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" (2004), "Death at a Funeral" (2007), and "The Love Witch" (2016).
French is also a successful author and has written several books, including her autobiography, "Dear Fatty" (2008), and a collection of short stories, "Me, You, Us, Them" (2014). She has also written a children's book series called "The Twits" and has contributed to various newspapers and magazines.