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Brenda Blethyn Bids Farewell to ITV's Vera After 13 Years: What's Next?

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Breaking news: Brenda Blethyn leaves her iconic role in ITV's Vera series, and fans are in for new twists and turns!

After 13 years of bringing Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope to life on ITV's hit crime series, Brenda Blethyn has announced her departure. The renowned actor's decision to leave Vera has left fans both saddened and curious about the future of the show. With Season 14 marking Blethyn's final appearance, viewers are eagerly anticipating how the beloved character's story will conclude.

In a surprising turn of events, ITV confirmed Brenda Blethyn's exit from the long-running drama Vera, stirring up speculation among fans about the show's direction post-Blethyn era. The 78-year-old star's impeccable portrayal of Vera Stanhope has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base over the years, making her departure a significant moment in the series' history.

Meanwhile, the recent debut of ITV's thriller 'Red Eye' led by Richard Armitage has sparked mixed reactions, with viewers praising the intense plot twists while also critiquing certain aspects of the show. The diverse range of drama and thrillers on ITV continues to captivate audiences, showcasing the network's ability to deliver compelling and engaging content.

As Brenda Blethyn bids farewell to her iconic role, fans can't help but wonder what the future holds for the Vera series. The legacy of Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope will forever be intertwined with Blethyn's remarkable performance, creating a lasting impact on the crime drama genre and endearing the character to audiences worldwide.

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Vera: Brenda Blethyn leaves ITV series after 13 years (The Independent)

The renowned actor has portrayed Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope in every episode of the ITV crime series, which debuted in 2011. On Monday (22 April) ...

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Vera icon Brenda Blethyn, 78, 'sad' as she quits ITV detective role ... (MyLondon)

Brenda Blethyn will quit her role as Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope in the ITV drama Vera after series 14, ITV confirmed on Monday (April 22).

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Vera star Brenda Blethyn quits ITV drama (digitalspy.com)

Actor Brenda Blethyn has announced her exit from long-running ITV drama Vera, with season 14 set to be her last.

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Red Eye review: Richard Armitage is yet another mysterious ... (The Independent)

If the BBC has become the home of gritty realism, ITV has cornered the market in barmy thrillers – and this mystery set on a plane is just about watchable.

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ITV Red Eye viewers hit out at 'medical error' after tragic twist at end ... (ChronicleLive)

Red Eye made its debut on ITV on Sunday, April 21 with the cast of the new thriller led by Richard Armitage.

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ITV axes award-winning drama after 14 years on screens as lead ... (The Sun)

ITV HAS confirmed Vera is coming to an end after a whopping 14 series on air.The beloved crime drama sees Brenda Blethyn play the role of DCI Vera Sta.

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ITV Vera ends after 14 years as Brenda Blethyn quits show with ... (Daily Express)

Brenda Blethyn has confirmed the future of her hugely popular ITV crime procedural Vera in which she plays the titular character.

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ITV's Vera star Brenda Blethyn issues 'sad' statement as show end ... (Liverpool Echo)

The popular ITV show is an adaptation of the Ann Cleeves' detective novels and has been a hit with fans since it first arrived on screens in 2011. The programme ...

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Brenda Blethyn to star in Vera once more as ITV confirms end (East London Advertiser)

Brenda Blethyn, who plays the Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope, will return for one more series before hanging up her trench coat. The 78-year-old ...

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ITV Vera star Brenda Blethyn quits role after 14 series as she issues ... (GB News)

The Academy and Emmy nominated actress took on the role back in 2011 and has today issued an emotional statement announcing her decision to leave. She stated: " ...

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ITV Confirms Vera Is Coming To An End After 14 Seasons (HuffPost UK)

“And – of course – the amazing Ann Cleeves, author of the original novels and creator of DCI Vera Stanhope. We will all be very sad to say goodbye to Brenda and ...

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ITV: Over 7m viewers for FA Cup semi-final (Advanced Television)

ITV, the UK commercial broadcaster, drew significant audiences across entertainment, sport and drama, over the April 20th/21st weekend.

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