Lives Well Lived

Lives Well Lived

2023•59m

Documentary

A look back at the lives of some of the famous people who died in the past year.

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Language

EN

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

December 30, 2023

Last Aired

December 27, 2025

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

No providers available for this region.

Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

E1

Episode 1

Air date: 2023-12-30

Kirsty Wark looks back at the extraordinary lives of some of the legendary singers, sporting greats, political trailblazers and household names who passed away in 2023.

Cast

Kirsty Wark

Kirsty Wark

Self - Presenter

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