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Brenda Blethyn has said 'Cheerio' to ITV's Vera after 14 years in an emotional statement. Away from the cameras, the Oscar-nominated actress has endured heartache over the years

As mystery fans rejoice over the return of ITV's Vera, we take a look at actress Brenda Blethyn's life behind the scenes, including the heartbreaking end to her first marriage, and her 35-year engagement

Brenda Blethyn is one of the UKs most-loved actresses due to her long career. Express.co.uk has taken a look into her life away from the screen.

Ahead of the 11th series of Vera, one of our most unstarry stars talks growing up poor, Northern grit – and THAT hat