Viv Albertine
Australian-born British musician and writer
The moment my daughter was born in 1999, because it took me seven years to conceive.
When were you happiest?
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The day after I got married.
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Joss Whedon
American director, screenwriter, and producer
Filming Much Ado About Nothing. In my home, with my family and my besties and the bard all around. Pure joy.
Jacqueline Wilson
English novelist
A few years ago in Vermont, when I eloped with Trish to have a civil partnership ceremony.
Richard Osman
English TV presenter and writer
Probably when Fulham beat Juventus 4-1 in the Europa League.
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