Wear comfortable shoes. [December 2007], Was the 1st actress to act out undergoing an abortion on the long-running. He knew Mary since they were young children, but they did not become reacquainted as adults until after Matthew's death at the end of series three. They love to dislike her. Beginning as a junior footman, he rose to become butler by 1890. Her partner is a photographer named Dan Bridge. When the staff see that he uses a cane, they are at best surprised and at worst angry feeling that they will have to pick up the slack for him, due to his disability slowing him down in the large house. Eventually, after Barrow threatens to reveal her secret to Lady Grantham, Baxter is encouraged by Molesley to do so first. Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham (played by Hugh Bonneville) (b. Hugh MacClare, Marquess of Flintshire (played by Peter Egan), is a Scottish nobleman nicknamed "Shrimpie" and married to Susan, the niece of Violet, the Dowager Countess of Grantham. Early life. Encouraged by her family (excepting her father, who thought Gregson just wanted to take advantage of her title and wealth) she went to see him in London and accepted his offer. The episode ends with Anna and Bates sharing a Happy Christmas alone. He also insists that Ethel cannot prove that Charlie is Major Bryant's child. Matthew is paralysed from the waist down while serving in the First World War, but, after a miraculous recovery and difficulty moving past Lavinia's death from Spanish flu, he and Mary wed in 1920. She has developed a close relationship with Mr Carson; at the time the series begins, the two had overseen Downton's staff for almost 20 years. But Vera shows up at Downton and blackmails him with the threat to publish Lady Marys scandal involving Kemal Pamuk, which could damage Annas reputation since she helped cover it up. Bates does not accept this, and insists that she alone is enough for him. She is very trustworthy, polite, and loyal to the Crawley family and her "downstairs" co-workers. So far in the series, viewers have seen a distraught Rose struggling to come to grips with her husbands death and the impact its had on their son, the only witness to the crime. In episode 2, Bates discovers Anna yet again upset, after having told Lady Mary about her pregnancy problems. Time skips to 29 December 1925, and Anna is shown to be close to giving birth. In the first film, she reveals she is pregnant with Bertie's child. Outspoken, Ethel does not like being told what to do by anyone, which often has her in conflict with Anna or Mrs Hughes. Mary insists that Anna shouldn't return to her and Bates's cottage and instead allows Anna to stay in her room to have her baby. Vera Bates (played by Maria Doyle Kennedy) (d. 1918) was the estranged wife of John Bates. Lady Rosamund Painswick (ne Crawley) (played by Samantha Bond) is Robert's widowed sister who lives on her own in London. Sharon Small was born on 1 January 1967 in Drumchapel, Glasgow, Scotland, UK. A quiet, unassuming and sensitive man devoid of any real ambition, he is a distant cousin to the current Marquess of Hexham, to whom he is very close. However, problems between the two are not over as Bates realises something has upset Anna. | In the third series, when Lady Sybil goes into labour, he sees signs that she is suffering from eclampsia and is in danger of dying from the intense seizures and distress. She is one of eleven children and her parents are deceased. She is a widow as her husband died during the First World War. Rose in The Bay is played by Scottish actress Sharon Small. Despite being upset that she kept it from him, he comforts her when she tells him she thinks she's let him down. Sybil (now pregnant) and Tom return to Downton after fleeing Ireland in the third series, where Sybil gives birth to a daughter but dies soon after due to eclampsia. She insults Barrow's arrogance and manner, though he responds in kind, and she leaves Downton once again. Though unmarried, she is referred to as Mrs Hughes according to traditional titles for servants during the time period. He asks her if she had ever considered adoption, but she tells him that the idea would never work for him nor her as they would want their own child. She leaves Downton at the very beginning of the fourth series in the middle of the night to take her new position, leaving only a letter to explain her actions. It becomes clear Shrimpie is deeply unhappy about his marriage to Susan. Though Jack loves her, he fears the repercussions of an inter-racial romance. Cora is surprised but confused. The story was inspired by true events. She plays outside with her cousins Sybil and George, as the adults are having tea inside the Downton estate. When she asks how it is possible that he has returned, he silences her, insisting that they speak later about it but for the moment, enjoy their Christmas. Eventually, his wife persuades him to accept the child as his grandson, and Mr Bryant offers to adopt Charlie. The actress was also in BBC crime drama The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, playing the role of DS Barbara Havers alongside Nathaniel Parkers DI Thomas Lynley. Although convinced that there is no evidence for anything to happen, Anna is later arrested for Green's murder. She is rescued (to her relatives' dismay) by black singer Jack Ross. He eventually takes a position in a smaller household, but when Carson develops an illness, Barrow is invited back to Downton to become the new butler. Sharon Small (1 January, 1967; Drumchapel, Glasgow, Scotland - 15 June, 2020; Drumchapel, Glasgow, Scotland) appears in a cameo role as Marigold Shore, ladies maid to Rosamund Painswick in the 2011 Christmas Special of Downton Abbey . 1868), usually called Lady Grantham, is the wife of Robert and mother of Mary, Edith and Sybil. The Crawleys and Rose succeed in retrieving the letter, after which the grateful prince unexpectedly arrives and opens Rose's debutante ball at their house, dancing with Rose. In series one, he tries to blackmail his former lover, The Duke of Crowborough. He and Anna fall in love, but he explains he has yet to divorce his estranged wife, Vera. Anna returns to Downton in a lighter mood, which does not go unnoticed by Bates. She has a strong bond with her granddaughter Mary, to whom she is the most similar. They insist that they can give Charlie a far better future than Ethel ever could. He manipulates Daisy in order to further his plans to have Mr Bates ousted. After her wedding, to avoid confusion with her husband, Anna is still called by her first name by the staff and family, unlike standard practice for lady's maids of the time. The show is a chronicle of the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their domestic servants in the post-Edwardian era, and the effects the great events of the time have on their lives and on the British . In the Christmas Special, she receives a letter from Alfred, implying that they keep in touch. This eyesight problem is declared to be cataracts, the surgery for which is new and daunting to Mrs Patmore, but the operation is successful and she regains the full use of her eyesight. Isobel, a former nurse, constantly takes up new charitable causes, helping run the convalescent home at Downton and assisting refugees and prostitutes, though her sense of moral imperative often irritates others. She is employed in Crawley house by Isobel and Mrs Patmore teaches her to cook, despite Mrs Bird leaving her post. But the next day, we learn that Vera Bates is dead. As most Downton fans are aware, this is the grand estate that started it all. Menu. Search instead in Creative? He would take on Downton footman Andy Parker as a farmhand, and at series end, would be pleased when Daisy would finally move to Yew Tree Farm with him at long last. Bates is overjoyed by the news. O'Brien is one of several servants asked to testify at Bates's trial and is genuinely relieved when they learn that Bates had been reprieved. She is best friends with Mrs Patmore. He runs after the car and orders Bates to get out, telling him to get back inside and that nothing more would be said about him leaving. After that, the two of them are often seen in one another's company. In the second film, their son, Peter, is an infant, and Edith is once again involved in the day-to-day running of her publishing company and writing articles. Before she can bring herself to tell him about Marigold, Mary peevishly reveals the truth. 1902) is the daughter and youngest child of Hugh and Susan MacClare (Lord and Lady Flintshire). Edith is very worried and decides to get an abortion. By 1923, he still has not been found, but pieces of what happened to him are coming to light. Bertie later encounters Edith in London and helps her with her all-night push to get her magazine to the printer. He starts his employment there in 1910 as a junior footman. 1892) (played by Laura Carmichael) is the middle daughter of Lord and Lady Grantham. [4] Following his death, his son George becomes the heir to the earldom, and a letter is found that serves as a will for Mary to inherit Matthew's share of Downton. His father was a local farmer and William used to help with the horses. Lady Mary prepares a room for Anna and her husband in the main house so they can spend their wedding night together. Beryl Patmore (played by Lesley Nicol) is the cook at Downton. In episode 3, Mary asks if Anna has considered Dr Ryder's advice. Though Isobel is concerned about marrying Lord Merton when his sons do not approve of her, Violet insists she should not let them ruin her future. But Mr Mason insists to Daisy she has to say goodbye to him properly, and offers to help her find the right words to say. Julian Alexander Kitchener-Fellowes, Baron Fellowes of West Stafford (born 17th August, 1949; Cairo, Egypt) is the creator, primary writer and one of the executive producers of Downton Abbey. He began flirting with her, later admitting he is attracted to her. January 1, 1967 In series three, Edith and Anthony reconnect and are soon engaged. Having known each other since childhood, they married young and had a very unhappy marriage. Small is perhaps best known for her appearances in the Inspector Lynley series. Bates is suspicious that the attacker could be Mr Green, valet of Lord Gillingham. In the second feature film, Andy and Daisy are married and both living together on the farm with Mr Mason, and after the departure of Thomas Barrow it is hinted that Andy will succeed Barrow as Downton's butler. Thomas escorts Jimmy to the guest corridor upstairs and plans to watch the door while Jimmy goes through with it. General Sir Herbert Strutt 1 episode, 2011 David Maybrick . However, the same day, Matthew is killed in a car crash while driving home from the hospital. Irate, she goes to Sir Richard Carlisle and sells him the story of Lady Mary, unaware that Sir Richard is engaged to Lady Mary and has no intention of publishing the story. In between serving in the Anglo-Boer War and joining the staff at Downton Abbey, John Bates went to prison for a theft that Vera had committed. Cora Crawley (ne Levinson), Countess of Grantham (played by Elizabeth McGovern) (b. Eventually Mary breaks off the engagement to him after the pair argue with increased frequency, and after Lord Grantham discovers the truth from Lady Grantham and advises Mary not to be unhappy with someone she does not love. [2008], Living in London with her partner, photographer Dan Bridge, and their two sons. Some of the family do not recognise her at first, but when they do they are surprised at her elevated status. Bates believes they must be content as they are, but Anna continues to believe that she cannot give him what he needs. Sharon Small is a Scottish actress from Glasgow, renowned for her works across television, film, theatre and radio. Although Bates had hoped Thomas would leave with a good reference, Lord Grantham decides to let him stay on so Thomas can lend his skills to the upcoming cricket match between the village and the house. Bates finally confronts his wife and reveals the truth; he realised Green was the attacker as soon as he returned to Downton, and he did intend to murder the valet the day he was killed. When it is revealed the new valet, Henry Lang, had shell shock, she was uncharacteristically sympathetic towards him and it was revealed that her own brother suffered from it due to the War. Carson quickly steps forward to comfort her, and assures her she will always find a source of support in him. She struck him; however, she did not kill him, merely wounded him. He addresses her when the Prince of Wales mentions that her father, Lord Flintshire, hosted the prince's tour of India. Bonneville will most likely be the lord of Downton Abbey for the rest of his life. Daisy is devastated and blames Ivy. Considering Charlie's future, she gives him to Mr and Mrs Bryant. Small was amazing as Detective Constable Barbara Havers in the Inspector Lynley Mysteries. Although she is usually supportive of Mr Carson when it comes to matters of discipline, she is seldom afraid of speaking her mind when he makes decisions; Carson in turn dislikes proceeding with any choice without her approval. He formerly worked as a hall boy, but wants to become a footman. [2] Early on, she is portrayed as a petulant and cold young woman; as the series progresses, however, she shows more vulnerability and compassion. A wealthy American heiress, she married Robert in 1890 when the Crawleys were in straitened circumstances; her fortune helped rescue Downton. Richard "Dickie" Grey, Lord Merton (played by Douglas Reith) is Mary's godfather and a widower with at least two sons, Larry and Tim Grey. 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He would also gain the companionship of Mrs Patmore, Daisy dropping any objections she had about her father in-law and her superior at Downton Abbey being together. Although in some ways his character embodies the traditional values of the aristocracy, Robert does not shun all progress, and he is very protective of and loyal to his family and servants. In series six, Gwen returns, eleven years later, to Downton as a successful married woman, although she visits the mansion only in the fourth episode. In series six, Bates and Anna must deal with the shadow of Green's murder; however, the case is resolved quickly when a confession is made by another of Green's victims and Anna is freed from bail. Edith then invites him to a party at Downton, where he begins to earn her father's respect. Marigold Shore Bates goes with her, and it is thought that his romance with Anna is over. Mr Bates goes to London to confront her and returns to Downton with a large scratch on his face, telling Anna that their meeting went terribly. When Bates catches him stealing some wine, Thomas attempts to frame him for the theft. Cara Theobold plays Ivy Stuart's character. Eventually he returns to his post as Robert's valet, and he and Anna rekindle their romance. Upon Robert's death, he will become the 8th Earl of Grantham, though Mary will speak for his interests until he comes of age. IMDB Profile The younger Crawleys often use Rosamund's home at 35 Belgrave Square as a place to stay when visiting London, on which occasions Rosamund takes the opportunity to catch up on family gossip. In 1924 they announce they are getting married, but Violet isn't so happy (because she does not want to lose her friend and companion in Isobel). This helps Daisy drop any objections she has about their pairing. In the first film, he is six years old and plays with his younger half-sister Caroline, and first cousins Sybbie and Marigold. In the last episode of series one, O'Brien comes to believe that Cora is going to replace her. She now realises the 10-month trip to Switzerland was a farce. James-Collier was born in Salford, . When Lady Rose returns to Downton, having had a child of her own, and asks when the baby is due, Anna reveals that she is about ten days away from her due date. Anna and Bates also continue the plan to sell Bates's mother's London house in order to purchase a house up north and hire it out. In 1922 he joins Violet and Isobel for lunch, later taking a walk with Isobel. Her efforts to prove her husband's innocence become a success when a neighbour of Vera's inadvertently tells Anna details of their last meeting which prove that Vera committed suicide in order to have her husband convicted and hanged for the crime. During the Revolution many years later, Prince Kuragin and his wife, Princess Irina Kuragina, were arrested by the Bolsheviks and separated. "[16], Alexander Chee of The New Republic described O'Brien as the show's "best, most complex villain" and stated that her departure made the show less interesting. After a long and somewhat secretive courtship she married Mr Bates in the end of the second series in a private ceremony at a registrar's office. Sharon Small is going to have a happy Christmas starring in Downton Abbey Let's hope Sharon Small has learnt something from her time as a servant in tomorrow's Christmas Day special of. Biography Sharon Small was born on January 1, 1967 in Drumchapel, Glasgow, Scotland, UK. Hugh Bonneville and his character of Robert Crawley, the Earl of Grantham, look very similar except, of course, for their clothing choices. They share a moment in which Jimmy exhibits some doubt about the plan, wondering if perhaps Lady Anstruther just wants to talk. Andrew is hired by Carson on a temporary basis to work the week of Lady Rose MacClare's wedding at Grantham House in London. He is a recent war veteran and suffers from severe Combat Stress Reaction (CSR, or shell shock) that causes him to be very nervous and somewhat disconnected to his surroundings. Through Lady Rose MacClare, who is one of the helpers, he learns of her relationship to Violet and that the Dowager Countess still lives at Downton. She is coerced by O'Brien into telling Edith, who writes to the Turkish Ambassador. She also discusses with Charles Blake his feelings for Mary. Robert then asks him to dinner after Tom Branson expresses his wish to baptise his daughter Catholic like himself, a decision Robert opposes. After the war ends he covers for Carson when he falls ill with Spanish influenza, only to accidentally become drunk while tasting the wine for dinner. The overjoyed couple once again begin to discuss and plan their future. 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