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Brenda Blethyn Bids Farewell to Vera After 14 Series

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Find out why Brenda Blethyn is leaving the iconic ITV detective show after 13 years in the role!

Brenda Blethyn, the BAFTA, RTS, and Golden Globe award-winning actress, has decided to bid farewell to the beloved ITV crime series, Vera, after an impressive 14 series run. Known for her iconic portrayal of Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope, Blethyn expressed her sadness at leaving the show but cited the desire to be closer to home as the reason for her departure.

Having graced our screens as the unorthodox trench coat-wearing detective since 2011, Blethyn's announcement of leaving Vera after the upcoming 14th season marks the end of an era for fans worldwide. Despite her love for the show, the 78-year-old actress made the tough decision to say goodbye to the character she has embodied for over a decade.

As the final season approaches, viewers are preparing to say their own goodbyes to Brenda Blethyn's unforgettable portrayal of Vera Stanhope. While it's the end of an era for the series, the legacy of Blethyn's exceptional performance will linger on in the hearts of fans for years to come.

In a bittersweet conclusion, Brenda Blethyn's departure from Vera marks the end of a remarkable chapter in British television history. Her dedication to the role and the impact of Vera on audiences worldwide solidify her status as a true legend in the realm of crime dramas.

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Brenda Blethyn says 'cheerio' to TV drama Vera (BBC News)

The actress says she's "sad to be saying cheerio" to the show, which will end after 14 series.

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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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Brenda Blethyn quits role in ITV's Vera (Telegraph.co.uk)

The actress, 78, says she has loved the show but no longer wants to spend half the year away from home because of filming.

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Brenda Blethyn to Leave 'Vera' as Show Announces Final Season (Variety)

Brenda Blethyn has announced that she is departing the detective series "Vera" after its upcoming 14th season, which will also be its last.

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ITV's Vera to end: Brenda Blethyn quits detective show (Oxford Mail)

The 78-year-old English actress will return for a 14th and final series as the unorthodox trench coat-wearing Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope. Blethyn ...

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BAFTA, RTS and Golden Globe award winning actress, Brenda ... (ITV News)

The globally successful ITV and ITVX drama, produced by leading independent producers, Silverprint Pictures, will come to an end after filming of the new ...

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Vera to end after 14th series, as Brenda Blethyn confirms exit (iNews)

'Working on Vera has been a joy from beginning to end and I'm sad to be saying "cheerio". But I am so proud of our achievements over the last 14 years,' ...

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ITV's Vera to end: Brenda Blethyn quits detective show (Herald Series)

The 78-year-old English actress will return for a 14th and final series as the unorthodox trench coat-wearing Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope. Blethyn ...

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Brenda Blethyn to star in Vera once more as ITV confirms end (Tottenham Independent)

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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Vera: Brenda Blethyn confirms departure as Northumberland ... (ITV News)

The programme, set in Northumberland, will return for a 14th and final series in the form of two 120-minute episodes to be filmed this summer.

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Vera to come to an end as Brenda Blethyn announces departure ... (Prolific North)

Hit ITV detective drama Vera is to come to an end following star Brenda Blethyn's announcement that she will leave the show after more than a decade.

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Vera's Brenda Blethyn 'to face most dangerous case yet' as details of ... (Teesside Live)

Vera fans were left devastated on Monday when it was confirmed that the hit ITV drama is coming to an end after 14 series, with Brenda Blethyn soon to film ...

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Vera viewers 'crushed' as beloved crime drama starring Brenda ... (Daily Mail)

The crime series, which features Brenda Blethyn , 78, as DCI Vera Stanhope and is filmed in the north east of England, will return for one final series ...

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Vera star breaks silence on future of ITV drama as Brenda Blethyn ... (The Sun)

A STAR from Vera has opened up on the one way the show could still be saved as leading woman Brenda Blethyn quits after 14 seasons.Fans and cast membe.

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Brenda Blethyn's heartfelt message as she quits Vera and ITV issue ... (South Wales Evening Post)

ITV's long-standing drama Vera is coming to an end after Brenda Blethyn announced she was quitting the show following series 14.

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