Found fame alongside comics including BBC and Lenny Henry . One of first British acts and first comedienne to break American market . Gave The Simpsons first regular slot on The Tracey Ullman show . Much-loved show won seven Emmys and a Golden Globe . Actress who is now worth £75million says it is ' a privilege ' to return . Commented on number of 'great ' women now working at Rik Mayall .
Found fame alongside comics including Rik Mayall and Lenny Henry . One of first British acts and first comedienne to break American market . Gave The Simpsons first regular slot on The Tracey Ullman show . Much-loved show won seven Emmys and a Golden Globe . Actress who is now worth £75million says it is ' a privilege ' to return . Commented on number of 'great ' women now working at BBC .