Floella Benjamin

So sad to hear that the wonderful #sirpatrickstewart has passed away. We worked together in a tv drama called Maybury back in 1980 and what a joy and inspiration it was to work with him. May he rest in peace ❤️

My beautiful beloved mum would have been 100 today. I always find white feathers which I believe is a symbol that she is still watching over me. She was an Earth Mother who showed everyone unconditional love She was my inspiration and heroine. ❤️

Today it’s 50 years since I first presented Playschool wearing my blue beads and silver heart. I adore bringing joy into the lives of my #Playschool Babies during the 12 years I was on the programme. @CBeebiesHQ ❤️

Thank you everyone for your happy birthday wishes especially from my #Playschool Babies. I feel truly blessed. Sending virtual hugs to you all full of joy and happiness. Keep smiling ❤️❤️

Feeling blessed today on my 77th birthday ❤️

Happiness is like an elusive butterfly, when you find it grab it with both hands and place it deep in your heart ❤️

So lovely to see this photo on the wall at @BAFTA taken in 1998 of Sir Trevor Macdonald and me as part of their award winners’ collection ❤️

My handsome dad would have been 100yrs old today.He was an adventurous, talented and clever man who opened his children’s eyes to the world. He & my beloved mum inspired, motivated and encouraged us to be successful in our chosen professions. He may be gone but never forgotten ❤️

Sad to hear of the death of @LordMackay. He was very supportive to me years ago when I was lobbying in @UKHouseofLords for age verification to protect children online to become law. RIP

So wonderful that @CBeebiesHQ is celebrating #Windrush Day by featuring my book ‘Coming to England’ read by David Olusoga on #CBeebies #BedtimeStories ❤️