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What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?

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Tracey Ullman British and American actress
When I met my husband and had babies. They have made me happy ever since.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 25 March 2017 source ↗
Brian Cox Scottish actor
I’ve had a lot of happiness in my life: 1) the birth of my children; 2) getting into Lamda when I was 17; 3) meeting my wife; 4) and the renewal of our marriage vows and my 60th birthday.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 23 July 2016 source ↗

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