Joanna Lumley, the British actress best known for her role in *Absolutely Fabulous*, reflected on her life as she celebrated her 79th birthday.

In a recent interview, Lumley admitted that she feels her “time must be coming quite soon” as she approaches the later years of her life.

She shared that many of her close friends have passed, and as she nears the “top of the hill,” she recognizes how limited time is.

Despite the sobering realization, Lumley views aging as a positive experience.

She revealed that she used to worry about growing older, but now appreciates the wisdom that comes with age. She expressed that the key to happiness is being present and not letting societal pressure make growing old seem negative.

Lumley also expressed concern about how younger generations might struggle with being present due to social media distractions.

She fears that young people might lose the ability to experience life in the moment and have meaningful conversations.

Even in her later years, Lumley’s career is thriving. She recently starred in Netflix’s *Fool Me Once* and will play a role in *Wednesday* season 2.

Reflecting on her long career, Lumley is content with how her journey has unfolded, embracing the good that comes with aging.