The adorable story of Paddington Bear has managed to capture the hearts of both the nation and even our late Queen. But the high-profile cast behind the successful film series has dealt with their share of sorrow.
Paddington, our most loved marmalade-obsessed bear, has been a beloved figure for many years, and recently charmed audiences in the cinema with his own movie series, featuring an all-star cast.
He even landed a special scene with Queen Elizabeth II during the 2012 Olympics. From its beginnings in 1958 as a children's book by Michael Bond, Paddington is now set to star in a musical, with McFly's Tom Fletcher crafting the tunes.
As we once again enjoy the 2014 comedy this festive season, let's look into the heartbreaking stories behind the glamorous cast - from Julie Walters' battle with cancer to Hugh Bonneville's tough divorce.
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