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Dame Penelope Keith: The Good Life's funny and formidable star
Monday, June 29, 2026
Penelope Keith is a British comedy actress best known for her role as Margo Leadbeatter in the television series The Good Life, which aired from 1975 to 1978. The series followed the lives of two suburban couples attempting to achieve self-sufficiency. Keith has had a career spanning several decades in television, film, and theatre. She has appeared in numerous other productions beyond The Good Life and has been involved in various entertainment projects throughout her professional life.
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