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'Birds of a Feather' legend Lesley Joseph has opened up about her health and the chances of the beloved sitcom making yet another return. The show captured hearts during its
initial run on the BBC in the '90s and rejoiced fans by coming back in 2014, plus a festive treat in the form of a Christmas special in 2020. Yet, following recent comments made by
Lesley to The Mirror, it seems further revivals might be off the cards. In candid remarks, the star who immortalised Dorien Green stated: "I don't think [I'll return],
no," before laying bare her thoughts on longevity in the entertainment industry. "At my age, I don't know how much longer I have in this business. I'm fit as a flea, but
there are a few other things I'd like to do before I retire." Now at 78, concerns over growing older are playing a part in her decision-making. READ MORE: LINDA ROBSON SAID
'PEOPLE MISSED' PAULINE QUIRKE IN BIRDS OF A FEATHER CONFESSION She said: "The older I get, the more frightened I become of forgetting my lines and making a fool of myself in
front of an audience," reports the Express. Nevertheless, she's not ready to bow out just yet, saying: "I think I'll know when the time is right for me to retire, but
it's not today." Sharing the spotlight with Linda Robson as Tracey Stubbs and Pauline Quirke as Sharon Theodopolopodous, Lesley reminisces on past glories while Linda continues to
dazzle in the public domain. In contrast, Pauline has stepped away; skipping the last 'Birds of a Feather' special, her departure from the spotlight was recently sealed when her
husband Steve Sheen announced her retirement amid her dementia diagnosis. He shared with his followers: "Pauline has been an inspiration through her work in the film and TV industry,
her charity endeavours, and as the founder of the very successful Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA). "Her talent, dedication, and vision have touched countless lives and
will continue to do so through the legacy of her work and through PQA where her vision and guidance has facilitated many young peoples' progression and interest in the Arts and enhanced
their self-confidence. "Her acting career has now come to a close, but Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA), with its network of approximately 250 academies and over 15,000
students across the UK, remains robust and will continue to operate as normal in accordance with Pauline's ideology." In a Women's Own interview, Linda reflected on her
longstanding bond with Pauline, revealing: "We have so much history together. Me and Pauline have been best friends since we were 10 years old. "Lesley I've known since the
first series of Birds of a Feather. Pauline doesn't like all the social events, but me and Lesley love that. When queried about another reunion, Linda asserted, "No, Pauline
doesn't act anymore."