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EntertainmentYahoo Movies UKHugh Bonneville shows his dark side in 'I Came By' trailer
Bonneville is best known for playing charming upper class gentlemen.
CelebrityYahoo Celebrity UK'Downton Abbey' star Lesley Nicol heartbroken as her 'warrior' husband David Heald dies
Actor Lesley Nicol's husband David Heald died at the age of 68 while the Downton Abbey star was busy performing her one-woman show in the US.
EntertainmentYahoo Movies UK'Downton Abbey: A New Era' stars tease possibility of a third film
The doors have only just opened for the second Downton film but everybody’s already asking the same question. Will there be a third?
EntertainmentYahoo Movies UKWhy 'Downton Abbey' star Hugh Bonneville would never have a film crew in his home (exclusive)
The latest cinematic outing for Downton Abbey sees Hollywood taking over the home of the Crawley family.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UKDan Stevens stuns 'The One Show' hosts with swipe at Boris Johnson
The actor had a pop at the PM following the partygate scandal.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UK'The Gilded Age': Is it the US 'Downton Abbey'? How Julian Fellowes' new drama is different
The king of period drama is back with a new series - but how is it different to his previous hit?
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UKThe most shocking deaths in TV history (spoilers)
We live in a TV age of hype and spoilers, so it’s not often that a drama catches us completely by surprise.
EntertainmentYahoo Movies UKEverything new on Netflix UK in August 2021
Netflix boasts several star-led action thrillers and a Lin-Manuel Miranda animated musical this month.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UK'Downton Abbey' star Phyllis Logan says cast wear 'cone of shame' PPE on set of movie sequel
Phyllis Logan reveals cast have to wear 'cone of shame' during movie sequel filming
CelebrityYahoo Celebrity UKPhillip Schofield told to 'shut up' as he quizzes Jim Carter on 'This Morning'
The actor told the presenter to 'shut up' when asked about his wife Imelda Staunton's upcoming role in 'The Crown'.
EntertainmentYahoo Quizzes UKQuiz! Are you an expert on Downton Abbey?
Were you a fan of the period drama which made its debut on TV 10 years ago? If so, why not test your memory with this 'Downton Abbey' trivia quiz.
CelebrityYahoo Celebrity UKHugh Bonneville reveals fakers impersonate him on social media
The actor said people set up accounts in his name 'roughly every two weeks'.
CelebrityYahoo Celebrity UK'Downton Abbey' star Jessica Brown Findlay weds actor boyfriend in secret ceremony
The Lady Sybil star has wed her boyfriend, fellow actor Ziggy Heath.
CelebrityYahoo Celebrity UKHugh Bonneville stuns fans with lockdown transformation
The actor is sporting a new slimline look.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UKDame Maggie Smith says Downton Abbey and Harry Potter roles weren't 'satisfying'
The actor expressed gratitude for the roles, but explained that she prefers theatre work.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UKViewers threaten to turn over as 'This Morning' visits 'Downton Abbey'
Not everyone liked the special episode.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UK‘Downton Abbey’ actor Jim Carter awarded with OBE for services to drama
The 70-year-old was given the honour by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace for services to drama
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity UK'Downton Abbey' writer Julian Fellowes penning new period drama 'Belgravia' for ITV
Award-winning Downton Abbey writer Julian Fellowes has announced that he's penning a new period drama called Belgravia for ITV.
NewsYahoo News UKSpitfire pilot, 95, snubbed Downton Abbey filming request because it 'interfered with her dinner party plans'
A former Spitfire pilot who died aged 95 refused a request from Downton Abbey producers to use her posh house as a set – because it would disturb her dinner parties. Molly Rose OBE was approached by the makers of the period drama who wanted to film in the dining room of her Listed home as the place where the Crawley family sat and ate. Had she agreed, Mrs Rose’s Grade II listed Georgian home, in the ancient market town of Bampton, Oxon., would have become the iconic setting of the hit British series.
NewsCaters VideoNew role helped Downton star Michelle Dockery cope with fiancé's death
Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery has opened up about her year of heartbreak following the death of fiancé John Dineen. John tragically died from a rare form of cancer the age of just 34 in December, and Michelle says throwing herself into work has helped her to struggle through the worst year of her life. Michelle and John, an Irish financial PR, were introduced by Downton Abbey co-star Allen Leech in 2013, and got engaged the following year.
NewsAnjali MandaliaThe Crown Gets First Trailer
If anything can get us through the British winter, and fill the Downton-shaped hole, it’s going to be a lavishly set costume drama from Peter Morgan, the writer of the 2006 film The Queen starring Helen Mirren. The Crown, Netflix’s ambitious and most expensive show promises drama, intrigue and power politics in the 10-part series, following the early life of Queen Elizabeth II. The new full-length trailer features a young Elizabeth as she embarks on her reign as the newly crowned Queen as well as dealing with private conflicts between her new husband Prince Philip. The trailer opens with the Queen on her honeymoon as she receives the news of her father’s death. “Long live Queen Elizabeth” are the words that echo throughout, as we are given glimpses of how her new role will impact her her new husband, Prince Philip, and affect her relationship with the prime minister, Winston Churchill.
NewsAnjali MandaliaEverything You Need To Know About ITV’s Victoria
Exploding its way onto our screens is ITV’s brand new eight-part costume drama, Victoria. With lavish settings and costumes, it’s an instantly engaging drama revealing the passionate, strong-willed young Queen who would go on to rule the country for 63 years. The story follows her ascension to the throne as a teenager to her eventual marriage to the Prince Albert, and the show has already wowed critics and won over fans alike. The first two episodes have already aired on ITV and with the third arriving tonight, the show is definitely worth tuning in to.
NewsJaye Nolan, TV BloggerThe 68th Emmy Awards: Cumberbatch v Elba v Hiddleston
Forget the fight for who might eventually take over the role of James Bond - there’s a Battle of the Brits* on its way in the 68th Emmy Awards. While Benedict Cumberbatch thinks it’s unlikely he’d ever be considered for the iconic spy role (perhaps we can have him as a villain instead) fellow thesps Idris Elba and Tom Hiddleston remain among the favourites to succeed Daniel Craig. All three are nominated for the Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie award and will find out on September 18 who takes the crown.
NewsAmy NickellSteve Coogan, 50, Dating 26-Year-Old Following Daisy Lewis Split
Steve Coogan has been sighted out and about with a mystery woman prompting rumours that he’s already moved on from actress Daisy Lewis. The 50-year-old actor has been spotted a number of times this week holding hands with 26-year-old Laura Hajek, who is also known by her musician name, Edith Pop. The apparent couple were seen over the weekend at Hyde Park’s Carole King Barclaycard Great British Summertime event and then on Wednesday at a memorial for the late Victora Wood.
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5 Reasons To Love The Work Of Lesley Nicol
She’s become popular across the globe due to her spectacular performance as the no-nonsense but kind hearted cook, Mrs Patmore in phenomenon, Downton Abbey. The versatile actress that is Lesley Nicol has achieved much in her long career, though and here are five of her best characters: 1. Mrs Beaver in BBC television series, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe - This was where I first spotted Lesley, she portrayed the character exactly as I imagined when I read the book and captured my imagination immediately. Katja in Supernatural - Lesley played a character who was essentially the witch from Hansel and Gretel.
