Vera airs on ITV1 and ITVX on Sundays at 8pm. Brenda is from Kent, which is where she has her own private residence, but that's over 300 miles away from where the cast gather for filming in Newcastle Upon Tyne and around Northumberland. When we shot the first scene in the Land Rover, I was horrified to notice that all the rubbish that Vera has accumulated had been removed and the whole vehicle sanitised, says Brenda. The pair finally tied the knot in 2010, 35 years after he popped the question. His agent confirmed the tragic news in a statement. "We were getting on a bit and it seemed the sensible thing to do," she said. Blethyn was awarded the OBE for services to drama in the 2003 New Year Honours List. On social media, she fielded questions from viewers, who are full of anticipation about new episodes. She added to the Radio Times: Neither of us were going anywhere, so it just presents a problem if one of us pops our clogs.. "You hear people saying that they have just got to, but that never happened to me. Brenda divulged newepisodeswould be shown soon. Im very practical. Apart from living in London I also have a home in Ramsgate [and] I was there gathering my last bits and pieces to take up to Newcastle with me for filming when the lockdown happened, so I couldnt go home., Brenda made a virtual appearance from one of her homes. She said: My brothers looked after me and protected me from predators so well that I was quite innocent sexually when I came to marry for the first time at 19. But then I have a rest, get my appetite back and change my mind.". 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Brenda previously said she didnt want to make longer seasons of Vera with more episodes as they took up so much time filming with the shoot running for six or seven months. ", Phillip then asked: "And you're away for a long time aren't you? In an unearthed interview from 2010, she said: "Do I regret not having children? Our journalists cover all the news you need - from City Hall to your local streets, so you'll never miss a moment. Medicals are necessary anyway for any filming for insurance purposes., DON'T MISSGB News' Dan Wootton rips into Harry and Meghan over Afghan statement[MUST SEE]Coronation Street murder as Fiz Stape killed by Hope? Mail newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. It was hysterically funny. "It was a lovely ceremony and we just had Tim Spall and his family as our witnesses.". She ended the decade with as second Emmy nomination for a 2009 episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. ITV star Brenda Blethyn was forced away from her husband for 12 weeks while filming the new series of Vera, but she had company in her co-star Kenny who was part of her lockdown bubble, Get daily headlines and breaking news alerts for FREE by signing up to our newsletter. Brenda Blethyn, 76, has a career spanning 45 years and is most known for portraying DCI Vera Stanhope and most recently Kate in the new series Kate and Koji. I always try to do the right thing, anyway," she said. Two years later Brenda and Michael, who is a former National Theatre art director, coupled up. Families, who blamed platforms at the Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne, circulated a video that claims to show 146 plunges. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. Production for the ITV drama, which is centred around detective chief inspector Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn), was halted last year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Brenda earned a second Academy Award nomination in 1999 for her part as greedy mother Mari in Little Voice. The much-loved drama Vera sees Brenda star as the obsessive veteran detective DCI Vera Stanhope, who solves murder iinvestigations alongside her sidekick DS Joe Ashworth. Brenda leads a quiet life in Kent along with her husband Michael Mayhew and their beloved cockapoo, Jack. We also have a very impressive location the Collingwood Monument at Tynemouth, she says. WebBlethyn kept her husband's surname as her professional name. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. When lockdown restrictions to Could these two crimes be connected? Soon after their divorce, the Vera star met her current partner, art director Michael Mayhew. So by the time I go back to Newcastle again Im always very much looking forward to it.. Brenda said: Im someone who likes to be busy. All the latest TV news and gossip straight to your inbox every weekday. Or maybe I can, she teased to Metro Online. "I think, Whats he doing with me? I mean, weve got nothing in common at all. My husband was in London and he couldnt come down, so we were apart.. BRENDA BLETHYN recalled her second husband's unusual proposal in a throwback interview. For Vera star Brenda Blethyn when she made the new series of the much loved ITV detective series, that was bubbling up close and personal with her heart-throb co-star Kenny Doughty, who plays her characters sidekick DS Aiden Healy. Vera and Kenny were forced to bubble up together, Brenda and Michael were forced apart for 12 weeks while in lockdown, The Vera actress admitted she had a 'very nice' lockdown with Kenny, Brenda lifted the lid on her life in lockdown. Reflecting on filming through a pandemic, Brenda said: I was glad to be starting work again for lots of reasons. Brenda, a Golden Globe and Bafta winning actress, has played thetelevisiondetective since 2011. Brenda had been separated from art director spouse Michael Mayhew for 12 weeks during the first lockdown last year. We needed to be two metres apart. Kenny and I were also Covid tested several times a week.. Brenda Blethyn has opened up about why she got married after a 35-year engagement. Filming TV shows can be hard work long hours, awkward locations, Covid restrictions - but there can be the odd perk. IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. The couple married in June 2010, and are still together today. "Hes just so talented and clever," she beamed. Although she was heavily campaigned for major awards for 2009s London River, none materialized. Usually it means six months away from home in Kent for me and in 2022 it was the best part of 10 months.. He so delighted them when he was on there, disgracing me, says Brenda. Our apartments were next door to one another. Read More:Anna Karen dead: EastEnders star dies in horror fire, She said: I think, Whats he doing with me?. Very nice for me not so for him! The character, a nearly-retired detective is obsessive about her work and known for her messy ways. Vera on ITV: How many series of Vera have there been? The Pride and Prejudice and Saving Grace star then went on to marry her long-time partner Michael Mayhew. In a new interview, the award-winning actress details how she ended up separated from her husband for three months during lockdown. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A friend told me to wash them again and stretch them whilst wet but that didnt work. No, we get on fine. Her career breakthrough was in Mike Leigh's 1996 drama Secret & Lies, for which she received multiple awards. Witness is the first new Vera film from series 11, and Brenda says the filming took them to Holy Islands causeway and seaside town Tynemouth in Northumberland. She said: I was devastated when he left, but he really was a lovely fella and the other lady is nice too., READ MORE: Here's the lowdown on the new series of Vera on ITV, Brenda added to The Guardian about her marriage breakdown: It was just one of those things.". 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My first husband, Alan Blethyn, just fell for someone else. Jeremy Clarkson blasts Meghan Markle as he 'sidesteps' cancel culture, Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen brands new farm exciting but scary', Brenda Blethyn, 75, has shared she spends months apart from her husband, Speaking out on howspending time aparthad affected her relationship over the past year, Brenda Blethyn said: Its been lovely so he says! Vera star Brenda Blethyn opens up on career hopes away from acting, Vera star Brenda Blethyn speaks out on quitting role as detective, Piers Morgan defended after causing a stir with Sean Lock tribute, Kaleb Cooper issues stern warning to Jeremy Clarkson amid discovery [, Russell Howard 'fascinated' how comedians are under scrutiny. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. But then I change my mind. She soon discovers what its all about and tells him to sort it out., Brenda is full of praise for co-star Kenny, 46, who was recently linked to Extras actress Ashley Jensen, 51. You couldnt eat another morsel. She continued: It wasnt romantic! Brenda is the recipient of several accolades including one Golden Globe, a BAFTA, a Cannes Film Festival Award and two Academy Award nominations. The Secrets & Lies star wed art director Michael Mayhew During the shoot, she also spent time away from her husband Michael and beloved dog Jack. Is Brenda Blethyn married? She's not reliant on lipstick, she's not a fashion guru, she doesn't ask you to like her. Brendaalso recentlyupdated fans on Twitter regardingthehugely populardrama. Fans will be getting six episodes of Vera in 2023 and this time there will be a glimpse into the notoriously curmudgeonly but incisive sleuths backstory. Despite so many decades Brenda was first married to graphic designer Alan James Blethyn in 1964, who she met while working for British Rail. The only match Ive been to is Newcastle United at St James Park a couple of years ago. ", She giggled while admitting it was never a serious consideration, adding: "But if it had crossed my mind that I needed to have children, I would probably have gone down that route.". Brenda, 75, was due to commence work on four new Vera films last March when the coronavirus pandemic halted all filming. We were tucked behind the green screen delivering our lines. Sign up to our What to Watch newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. Meanwhile, fans will be pleased to hear that Vera series 12 is on the horizon as the cast and crew recently began production on the new episodes. But its like having a lovely slap-up meal. According to Cleeves, she's decided upon April 21. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Brenda lives with her husband and their dog. It was a lovely ceremony and we just had Tim Spall and his family as our witnesses.. Brenda Blethyn: Vera actress leaves husband livid with on-set decision Why cant I? Brenda Blethyn has opened up about a move she made while away filming Vera, that sparked a livid response from her spouse. The ITV actress has been married to her second husband Michael Mayhew since 2010, the year before she was cast as the Geordie DCI. You look forward to doing more. So we were apart for however long that was. Anyway, Im working. DONT MISS:Naga Munchetty reaches out to BBC colleague as she shares loss on air (PHOTOS)Alexander Armstrong on playing Pointless with Queen 'I was terrified!' However it does feel rather nice being married Its just different. So I couldnt go home. The pair finally tied the knot in 2010, 35 years She also said there are a lot of similarities between herself and her Vera character DCI Vera Stanhope. Ricky Gervais blasts Will Smith for slapping 'gentle' Chris Rock[OPINION], Lord Sugar says Meghan Markle seek his help after trademark issue[INSIGHT], Midsomer Murders' Neil Dudgeon stunned at Fiona Dolman's show update[COMMENT], She said to Holly and Phil: "[We finished] two weeks ago and I start Vera on Monday! So the only thing for it was to make new covers. The story also includes plenty of the gritty action which the drama is well-known for, after a man due to give evidence in a trial is found dead on the steps of a monument. We also see him earlier on board the Shields Ferry.. Raab takes on Kate Garraway in Afghan row. Brenda has starred as DCI Vera Stanhope in the eponymous show since the year aftershe tiedthe knot with Michael. Brenda says: Apart from living in London I also have a home in Ramsgate. We can't know if it is her Kent residence or where she stays when she's up North, but either way it was an extremely rare look into her private life. In READ MORE: Here's a look at the cast of Vera Vital Signs. Brenda previously was married to Alan Blethyn, a graphic designer whom she met while working for British Rail in 1964. When we finish filming, I always say, I really dont think I can do this anymore'," the actress said. The rest of series 11 is set to be filmed this year to air in 2022. How could I not be after Englands wonderful performance in the Euros? she says. But the 76-year-old added never say never about filming another series. So I couldnt go home. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Hes a builder who appears to be an upstanding member of the community and who was due to be giving evidence in a trial that morning. Speaking out on howspending time aparthad affected her relationship over the past year, Brenda said: Its been lovely so he says! I mean, weve got nothing in common at all! Not after last time. She addressed her reasoning for deciding to marry after 30 years together, in a recent interview. Sign up to our HELLO! At the end of filming every season I think thank the Lord Im going home. By Charlie Pittock. Brenda continued to tell Radio Times that she feels lucky to have Michael as her husband. I was devastated when he left, but he really was a lovely fella and the other lady was nice too. The mystery deepens when she discovers that Jim was due to testify in court as the key witness in a violent assault. I defy anyone to notice in the final edit.. And when the suspect is explaining themselves, Vera and Aiden (Kenny Doughty) werent there. The remaining episodes in the series will air in 2022. (NEWS)James Jordan unrecognisable after wife Ola shaves his hair off on air(LATEST). 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All the empty crisp bags and apple cores. "Neither of us were going anywhere so it just presents a problem if one of us pops our clogs," she told Radio Times last year. Brenda has been with her current partner Michael Mayhew since 1975, however, the couple did not marry until 2010. Express. So when my dog jumped on the sofa with his big muddy paws, it wasnt too much of a chore to remove the covers and wash them. But I dont think I can play Vera on azimmer. Where is Heidi Klum's model daughter Leni living instead of $9.8m Bel-Air family mansion? Get the latest celebrity and TV news in your inbox. The couple was engaged for a whopping 35 years before they finally exchanged vows in 2010. READ MORE:Piers Morgan vows to name famous faces who are acting 'two-faced'. Vera returns to ITV with two new feature-length episodes, starting on Sunday August 29 at 8pm. Cause of death detailed[LATEST]. 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When I turn up on set Veras clothes will have been delivered to my trailer having been sprayed. In an interview with The Scotsman back in 2019, the Kate & Koji star explained that her busy schedule as a rising actress, got in the way of their marriage. Brenda Blethyn is happy with her husband, Michael Mayhew. 'Over 100 children' fall at Irish dance world championships as parents rage at 'dangerous' stage. Who is Brenda Blethyns partner? Since 2011, she has played the title role of DCI Vera Stanhope in the British crime drama series Vera. 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