‘Downton Abbey’ and ‘The Crown’ Actress Jane Lapotaire Dead at 81

Jane Lapotaire — a British stage veteran known for her work with the Royal Shakespeare Company, as well as her role as Princess Alice of Greece...

Maggie Smith’s Kids: Meet Her 2 Sons Chris and Toby

Famous Families2 years ago

Maggie Smith’s 2 Sons Followed in Her Acting Footsteps Before Her Death: Meet Chris and Toby

Downton Abbey star Maggie Smith was a dominant force in theater, film and television after stepping onto the scene as a teenager. After more than 65...

News2 years ago

Maggie Smith Dead: Beloved ‘Downton Abbey’ Actress Dies at 89, Family Announces in Statement

Dame Maggie Smith, best known for portraying Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter franchise, has died. She was 89...

Entertainment7 years ago

As the ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie Arrives on Digital, Take a Look at a Deleted Scene From the Film

For fans of Downton Abbey who missed the recent film continuation of the series on the big screen, now’s your chance to catch it as it arrives on...

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Royals7 years ago

‘Downton Abbey’ Stars Lesley Nicol and Raquel Cassidy Recall ‘Surreal’ Encounter With Duchess Kate

It’s not every day you get to meet Duchess Kate! Downton Abbey stars Lesley Nicol and Raquel Cassidy got the chance to meet the Duchess of...

News7 years ago

Elizabeth McGovern ‘Loves Living’ in London: ‘I’m Really Grateful That Life Took Me There’ (Exclusive)

Sometimes you never know where life will take you. “It was never my intention to leave America,” Elizabeth McGovern exclusively told Closer Weekly in the magazine’s...

Reality TV7 years ago

‘Downton Abbey’ Cast Reveals Secrets About Their Characters’ New Storylines In Upcoming Film

When Downton Abbey broadcast its final episode in 2016, the members of the upper class Crawley family and their beloved servants had mostly found their happy...

Reality TV8 years ago

The ‘Downton Abbey’ Teaser Trailer For The New Movie Has Arrived — Watch!

Teaser trailers can be both exciting and infuriating at the same time because they give you the slightest look possible at a movie you’re looking forward...

Reality TV8 years ago

Michelle Dockery Shares First Photo From ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie’s Filming — See The Pic!

This is so exciting! Michelle Dockery just shared the first photo from the Downton Abbey movie’s filming and the pic is everything we hoped for and...

Reality TV8 years ago

Dan Stevens Teases Matthew Crawley’s Possible Return for ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie in New Cast Reunion Pics

The Crawley clan is back together again! Just weeks after news broke that a Downton Abbey movie is officially in the works, a few cast members...

News8 years ago

The ‘Downton Abbey’ Cast Shares Set Secrets and Dishes on the “Epic” Upcoming Movie! (EXCLUSIVE)

Pour the teas and stiffen your upper lip, Downton Abbey is coming back! The production team for PBS’ Emmy-winning series recently announced a new big screen...

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Couples8 years ago

‘Downton Abbey’ Star Allen Leech Is Engaged to Jessica Blair Herman

Congratulations are in order! Downton Abbey star Allen Leech is officially engaged to his girlfriend, Jessica Blair Herman, and we couldn't be happier for the couple....

Reality TV8 years ago

‘Downton Abbey’ Writer Julian Fellowes Is Creating a New Period Drama Set in the US

Here’s something to fill the Downton Abbey-shaped gap in your viewing schedule. The Gilded Age, the new US-set period drama from Downton creator Julian Fellowes, will...

Reality TV9 years ago

Tom Cullen Misses Working With Maggie Smith on ‘Downton Abbey’ (EXCLUSIVE)

This is the sweetest! In an exclusive interview with Closer Weekly, Knightfall star Tom Cullen revealed what he misses the most from his Downton Abbey days...

Reality TV9 years ago

Tom Cullen Doesn’t Miss Wearing the ‘Downton Abbey’ Costumes (EXCLUSIVE)

Well, this sounds uncomfortable! In an exclusive interview with Closer Weekly, [Knightfall](https://knightfall.history.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwPWg2rT21wIVgoizCh0qPwZCEAAYASAAEgLBCDBwE&cmpid=paidsearchGKnightfall-Exact-Season1&skwcid=AL!4850!3!231247857591!e!!g!!knightfall&efid=WgN-ngAAAHmz5AOy:20171206221551:s) star Tom Cullen reminisced about his Downton Abbey days — and it’s safe to...

Royals10 years ago

Joanne Froggatt Reveals the Embarrassing Thing She Said to Kate Middleton on the ‘Downton Abbey’ Set

It seems even actresses get nervous around members of the royal family! During a recent interview on Conan, Downton Abbey star Joanne Froggatt — who plays...

Royals11 years ago

Pregnant Kate Middleton Headed to ‘Downton Abbey’

Is Kate Middleton appearing in an upcoming episode of Downton Abbey? Unfortunately not — but the pregnant royal is visiting the hit show's set! Kate, 33,...

Reality TV11 years ago

Maggie Smith Plans to Leave ‘Downton Abbey’ After Next Season

Say it ain't so! Amidst rumors that Downton Abbey will end following the hit show's upcoming sixth season, Maggie Smith has confirmed she plans to leave...

Reality TV11 years ago

Check Out This Exclusive, Bonus Footage Clip From ‘Downton Abbey’ Season 5!

Get excited, Downton Abbey fans, because we're bringing you an exclusive bonus footage clip from the hit show's fifth season! Watch the video below — and...

Reality TV12 years ago

A ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie in the Works?! Housemaid Phyllis Baxter Reveals All!

Get excited, Downton Abbey fans, because a movie version of the popular series may be hitting the big screen! According to the 'Daily Mirror,' plans for...

Reality TV12 years ago

George Clooney Joins the Cast of ‘Downton Abbey’ for a Selfie!

Say "Cheese!" In a new photo shared by the charity organization 'Text Santa,' George Clooney, 53, appears in a selfie with the cast of Downton Abbey!...

Reality TV12 years ago

‘Downton Abbey’ Cast Opens Up About Guest Star George Clooney!

The rumors are true! George Clooney will appear as a guest star in an upcoming Downton Abbey Christmas sketch — and this morning, the cast of...

Reality TV12 years ago

‘Downton Abbey’ Returns This Sunday! Here’s What To Expect From Season 4

It's been almost a year since "Downton Abbey's" shocking season-three finale, which ended with Matthew Crawley (Dan Stevens) lying dead in a ditch on the side...

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