What was the first name of 'D.I. Stanhope' played by Brenda Blethyn in a recent ITV series?
Vera (TV series) two episodes as PC Mark Edwards, once in Series 1 and once in series 2 before joining the main cast in series 3 now transferred to CID. On 28th January 2018, Brenda Blethyn confirmed that a ninth series of 'Vera' is to be made. The first series attracted an average consolidated audience of 6.60 million (25% share) over four episodes. The show was subsequently recommissioned by ITV for four more episodes. The second series attracted an average consolidated audience of 6.36 million over four episodes. "Vera" was later recommissioned for two more series. The third series attracted an average consolidated
Brenda Blethyn Brenda Blethyn Brenda Anne Blethyn ("née" Bottle; 20 February 1946) is an English actress. She is known for her portrayals of working class women with eccentric qualities. She is the recipient of several accolades, including one Golden Globe, one BAFTA, and two Academy Award nominations. Blethyn pursued an administrative career before enrolling in the Guildford School of Acting in her early 30s. She subsequently joined the Royal National Theatre and gained attention for her performances in "Troilus and Cressida" (1976), "Mysteries" (1979), "Steaming" (1981), and "Benefactors" (1984), receiving an Olivier nomination for the latter. In 1980, Blethyn made her television