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Daily Mirror
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Death in Paradise star 'wasn't ready' as she addresses heartbreaking exit
Sally Bretton has portrayed Humphrey Goodman's fiancée, Martha Lloyd, since 2017 Sally Bretton, famed for her stint as Martha Lloyd on the much-loved BBC series Death in Paradise and its spin-off Beyond Paradise, has admitted she wasn't quite ready to leave the sun-soaked detective drama behind in 2017. Taking on the role of the beloved detective Humphrey Goodman's fiancée (portrayed by Kris Marshall), Sally made her debut as Martha in 2017. Swiftly winning over audiences as she reignited a past romance with Humphrey, ultimately leading to his departure from Saint Marie for London, Sally made her debut as Martha in 2017. During an interview on This Morning, Sally openly expressed her willingness to have prolonged her time on the show. Addressing whether she was happy to wrap up filming in the Caribbean, Sally firmly replied: "No!" She elaborated, "I was only out there for four or five weeks. I didn't get any of the hurricanes; I got it at just the perfect time. I had an amazing time." As for what lies ahead for Martha in the spin-off Beyond Paradise, Sally gave viewers a glimpse into Martha and Humphrey's new life in Shipton Abbott, Devon, where they embark on fostering after their poignant IVF endeavours, reports the Express. Eagerly seizing the chance to step back into Martha's shoes for the BBC One spin-off, Sally recounted how the opportunity came up during a chat with This Morning hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary. "I was part of Kris' exit storyline from the Caribbean, and then we were in the first lockdown, and the phone rang," she told the duo. "I was like, 'Oh my God!'. Even if it doesn't happen, it was just three weeks of thinking about that while the world had stopped. It was to have something to sink my teeth into." The show also stars Open All Hours legend Barbara Flynn as Martha's mother, Anne, with Zahra Ahmadi featuring as Humphrey's workmate at Shipton Abbott's police force, the steadfast DS Esther Williams. Dylan Llewellyn and Felicity Montagu, Humphrey's fellow officers and mates, complete the ensemble. The third series of Beyond Paradise, which concluded earlier this year, saw Humphrey and Martha seemingly finding steadier ground as they progress with their fostering endeavours. However, the final episode ended in heartbreak as the had to say goodbye to their foster child, Rosie.
Rhyl Journal
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Sir David Jason reveals honest thoughts on Ronnie Barker
The star best known for his role as Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses worked with Barker on the BBC series Open All Hours. The actors first worked together on Hark at Barker in 1969 before coming together again to star in Open All Hours, which ran for four series. In 2005, Ronnie died aged 76 after retiring from television in 1988 when he was just 59. Speaking to The Times, Sir David opened up about working with Ronnie, sharing: "I was going to say Ronnie was always up to no good but that's unfair; he was great fun and he was great company. "Whenever I'm working or with people, if anything happens to make me laugh, I often am reminded of working with Ronnie." The actor added: "I have such fond memories of his off-screen stuff that nobody else can ever see. "One day, we were at rehearsals for Open All Hours, and Ronnie and I did something that was not in the script. "Whatever it was, we made ourselves laugh — fall about laughing — and as we came off the set Ronnie was still giggling away and he said to me, 'Aren't we lucky to be doing something that makes us laugh and we're getting paid for it?' "That very moment has stuck with me forever." Alongside his work in Open All Hours, Ronnie was known for his role as Norman Stanley Fletcher in Porridge, set in the fictional HMP Slade. Recommended Reading Sir David Jason reprises Only Fools and Horses' Del Boy in a surprise appearance Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason admits 'it's over now' due to health Sir David Jason admits the one 'disappointment' he had with own beloved show When Ronnie announced his retirement in 1988, it came as a shock to many, including Sir David. Writing in his autobiography, This Time Next Year, Sir David said: "I felt it was far too soon for a man of Ronnie's talents to be stepping down... but there was nothing I or anyone else could do or say to change his mind. "He was adamant, and it was hard to challenge him on it because I knew he had his own personal reasons for being so. Put bluntly, he feared the work might one day kill him."
South Wales Guardian
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Sir David Jason reveals honest thoughts on Ronnie Barker
The star best known for his role as Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses worked with Barker on the BBC series Open All Hours. The actors first worked together on Hark at Barker in 1969 before coming together again to star in Open All Hours, which ran for four series. In 2005, Ronnie died aged 76 after retiring from television in 1988 when he was just 59. Speaking to The Times, Sir David opened up about working with Ronnie, sharing: "I was going to say Ronnie was always up to no good but that's unfair; he was great fun and he was great company. "Whenever I'm working or with people, if anything happens to make me laugh, I often am reminded of working with Ronnie." The actor added: "I have such fond memories of his off-screen stuff that nobody else can ever see. "One day, we were at rehearsals for Open All Hours, and Ronnie and I did something that was not in the script. "Whatever it was, we made ourselves laugh — fall about laughing — and as we came off the set Ronnie was still giggling away and he said to me, 'Aren't we lucky to be doing something that makes us laugh and we're getting paid for it?' "That very moment has stuck with me forever." Alongside his work in Open All Hours, Ronnie was known for his role as Norman Stanley Fletcher in Porridge, set in the fictional HMP Slade. Recommended Reading Sir David Jason reprises Only Fools and Horses' Del Boy in a surprise appearance Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason admits 'it's over now' due to health Sir David Jason admits the one 'disappointment' he had with own beloved show When Ronnie announced his retirement in 1988, it came as a shock to many, including Sir David. Writing in his autobiography, This Time Next Year, Sir David said: "I felt it was far too soon for a man of Ronnie's talents to be stepping down... but there was nothing I or anyone else could do or say to change his mind. "He was adamant, and it was hard to challenge him on it because I knew he had his own personal reasons for being so. Put bluntly, he feared the work might one day kill him."
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Unassuming house was seen by millions on beloved 90s BBC show – but would you recognise it?
The owner gets regular visits from fans of the show HOUSE ABOUT THAT Unassuming house was seen by millions on beloved 90s BBC show – but would you recognise it? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HOUSE which featured in a classic 90s sitcom seems inconspicuous in a sleepy town - but do you recognise it? Clue: The main character insisted her name was pronounced 'Bouqet'. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Homes featured in Keeping Up Appearances were filmed in Binley Woods in Coventry Credit: Google Maps 3 Dame Patricia Routledge as Hyacinth Bucket and Clive Swift as Richard Bucket Credit: BBC An unassuming house was seen by millions on the iconic comedy Keeping Up Appearances. The property is situated in Binley Woods, Coventry, and featured regularly on the BBC1 comedy. The show followed shameless social climber Hyacinth Bucket, who was played by Dame Patricia Routledge, now 96. Hyacinth was accompanied by her henpecked husband Richard, played by late acting legend Clive Smith. Next door to the Buckets lived upper-middle class characters Elizabeth, and her brother Emmet, with whom Hyacinth competed against. The show was written by Roy Clarke, who also penned Open All Hours, and ran between 1990 and 1995. It easily ranks as one of the UK's most treasured vintage comedies, and has been sold almost 1,000 times to overseas broadcasters. And the property where Elizabeth and Emet lived still remains, having gone on the market for £495,000 in 2019. The four bedroom detached house's exterior was visible to viewers of the show. Annabel Dixon, writing on property website Zoopla said: "Hyacinth was often name-dropping her sister Violet, who 'had a Mercedes, swimming pool, sauna and room for a pony.' Unassuming corner shop was seen by millions on classic 70s sitcom - but would you recognise it? "So the grande dame would surely approve of this unusual opportunity to snap up the home of her twitchy neighbours, Elizabeth and Emmett. "Its features include a landscaped garden, heated swimming pool, hot tub and wooden summer house.' The real life owner of the house where the Buckets lived in the show, Rosemary Healey, has lived in the property for 47 years. She told CoventryLive what it's like living in a house which was part of a cult classic: "I've been here for 45 years and I was at work when the BBC first came round to ask about filming at my home. "My son answered the door and told me they would come back the next day, which they did. "They had contacted estate agents in the city looking for a property to film as Hyacinth's home. "Mine was chosen because, before we had the extension, you could talk door-to-door with my next door neighbour." The show may be 35 years old, but Mrs Healy says this doesn't stop fans coming to pay a visit to the property. "We get lots of people coming to take photos and occasionally get people knocking on the door," she said. "It's never been a problem though." While the Binley Wood houses were used for external shots, most of the indoor scenes were filmed in a studio in London. Nearby Warwickshire town Leamington Spa was also used for some filming.
Glasgow Times
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Sir David Jason reveals honest thoughts on Ronnie Barker
The star best known for his role as Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses worked with Barker on the BBC series Open All Hours. The actors first worked together on Hark at Barker in 1969 before coming together again to star in Open All Hours, which ran for four series. In 2005, Ronnie died aged 76 after retiring from television in 1988 when he was just 59. Sir David Jason calls Ronnie Barker 'great fun' Speaking to The Times, Sir David opened up about working with Ronnie, sharing: "I was going to say Ronnie was always up to no good but that's unfair; he was great fun and he was great company. "Whenever I'm working or with people, if anything happens to make me laugh, I often am reminded of working with Ronnie." The actor added: "I have such fond memories of his off-screen stuff that nobody else can ever see. "One day, we were at rehearsals for Open All Hours, and Ronnie and I did something that was not in the script. "Whatever it was, we made ourselves laugh — fall about laughing — and as we came off the set Ronnie was still giggling away and he said to me, 'Aren't we lucky to be doing something that makes us laugh and we're getting paid for it?' "That very moment has stuck with me forever." Alongside his work in Open All Hours, Ronnie was known for his role as Norman Stanley Fletcher in Porridge, set in the fictional HMP Slade. Recommended Reading When Ronnie announced his retirement in 1988, it came as a shock to many, including Sir David. Writing in his autobiography, This Time Next Year, Sir David said: "I felt it was far too soon for a man of Ronnie's talents to be stepping down... but there was nothing I or anyone else could do or say to change his mind. "He was adamant, and it was hard to challenge him on it because I knew he had his own personal reasons for being so. Put bluntly, he feared the work might one day kill him."
