Brenda Blethyn, the beloved star of DCI Vera Stanhope, has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to address her fans for the first time since announcing her departure from the hit ITV drama. The 78-year-old actress expressed her gratitude for the kind comments she received and confessed her apprehension about bidding farewell to the iconic role. Brenda revealed that she will begin filming her final scenes for Series 14 of Vera next week, marking the end of an era.
Fans flooded Brenda’s post with messages of support and admiration for her portrayal of the brilliant detective. One fan praised her rendition of Vera, calling her both an outstanding actress and an incredible woman. Another fan expressed their sadness at the news, admitting that they will deeply miss the series and have enjoyed every episode. It is clear that Brenda’s departure will leave a void in the hearts of Vera’s dedicated viewers.
In a statement released earlier this week, Brenda shared her thoughts on leaving the show after 14 years of portraying the beloved character. She expressed her sadness at saying goodbye but also her immense pride in the achievements of the show. Brenda commended the cast and crew, describing them as fabulous, and expressed her gratitude for the friendship and support she received from the people of the North East and fans worldwide.
Brenda also took the opportunity to thank Ann Cleeves, the creator of Vera, and Elaine Collins, the casting director who believed in her talent and cast her in the role. It is clear that Brenda’s time on Vera has been a joyous journey filled with camaraderie, laughter, and kindness.
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