Vera Stanhope: Last News

As Vera fans prepare to bid farewell to fan favourite Kenny Doughty, 47, who plays DS Aiden Healy on the show this Christmas, fans will no doubt be cherishing every minute the popular character remains on screen. Working closely with Brenda Blethyn, 76, who plays the main character Vera on the show, the two formed a strong friendship and even formed a bubble during lockdown.

Kenny Doughty, who plays DS Aiden Healy in ITV's popular detective series Vera, has revealed why he decided to leave the show after seven years. The actor will star in The Rising Tide tonight (December 26) alongside co-star Brenda Blethyn, who plays the titular character, DCI Vera Stanhope. Reflecting on why he decided now was the time to say goodbye to the character of Aiden, Kenny shared there were personal and professional reasons for his departure.

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One of the much-loved stars of long-standing ITV hit drama series Vera has sadly announced plans to step down from the role after an incredible eight years. Actor Kenny Doughty, 47, who plays DS Aiden Healy in the popular detective series, revealed in an emotional statement on that his time on the show will soon be coming to an end.The star took to Instagram on Monday to let fans know the news, while thanking co-star Brenda Blethyn, 77, who plays Vera Stanhope for all the memories they made whilst working as an on-screen double act. Kenny told his 38,600 followers: "After 8 years & 35 Vera films I’ve made the difficult decision of handing over DS Healy’s badge.

Vera star Kenny Doughty has announced he is leaving hit ITV drama Vera after eight years. The actor, who plays DS Aiden Healy, has left fans gutted with the news as he released a statement in which he paid tribute to his co-star Brenda Blethyn, who plays Vera Stanhope.

Vera fans have been left on the edge of their seats following spoilers hinting towards the series 'sinister' season finale set to air this weekend.

This Morning last month, Brenda discussed her very busy schedule with Vera and filming Kate and Koji.She said to Holly and Phil: "[We finished] two weeks ago and I start Vera on Monday!"Phillip then asked: "And you're away for a long time aren't you?"Brenda replied: "Yeah, so sort of six or seven months."This means that filming should wrap up for Vera in the autumn, hopefully in time for the series' usual winter release.Brenda is the recipient of several accolades including one Golden Globe, a BAFTA, a Cannes Film Festival Award and two Academy Award nominations.Her career breakthrough was in Mike Leigh's 1996 drama Secret & Lies, for which she received multiple awards.Since 2011, she has played the title role of DCI Vera Stanhope in the British crime drama series Vera.

 The remaining episodes in the series will air in 2022.In the ITV programme, Brenda plays Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope, a character she has portrayed since the show first aired back in 2011.Last night, the leading lady answered some questions from viewers, who are excited about the prospect of new episodes.She revealed that they would be shown in a “couple of months”.“Is it true that series 11 of vera will be on TV in 2022?” one follower had initially asked.“There will be a couple of new eps in 2021 and more in 2022,”(sic) she replied.Many took to the comments section of the post to share their delight at the news.“Thank goodness.