Dawn French returns to Jennifer Saunders?

Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders reunite

Dawn French says she will work with Jennifer Saunders again, reviving a longstanding creative partnership that fans associate with their comedy work. In the same wave of interviews, French also talked about learning to say “no” more often, framing it as a personal shift in how she chooses roles and commitments.

Separately—but still described as part of her public candor—French discussed assisted dying and said she has come to view legalisation as something that makes sense. Her position is that it should be available, implying a belief that end-of-life decisions deserve a clear legal framework rather than leaving people to navigate uncertainty.

Why it matters

• Creative momentum: Another collaboration with Saunders keeps interest high in the duo’s comedic legacy and future projects.
• Public-policy visibility: When a well-known actor speaks on assisted dying, it can push the topic further into mainstream discussion and shape public debate.

The stories underscore how French’s spotlight is being split between entertainment work and political or ethical advocacy, a combination that often draws both admiration and scrutiny from different audiences.