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Kevin Whately's 22-Year Detective Legacy & Family Life
2 Apr
Summary
- Kevin Whately starred as Robbie Lewis for 22 years across iconic detective shows.
- He and wife Madelaine Newton, an actress, share two children and have worked together.
- Both Whately and his wife were born in Hexham, Northumberland but met later in life.
Kevin Whately is celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Detective Robbie Lewis over a 22-year span, beginning as a sidekick on Inspector Morse and later leading his own series, Lewis. His distinguished acting career also includes memorable roles in "Auf Wiedersehen, Pet" and "Peak Practice," among other notable television appearances.
Whately has been married to actress Madelaine Newton since 1984, and they are parents to two children, Kitty and Kieran. Madelaine herself is a recognized actress, notably for her role in "When the Boat Comes In." The couple has shared the screen multiple times, appearing together in "Inspector Morse" and "Auf Wiedersehen, Pet," even playing a married couple in "Geordie Racer."
Despite being born in the same town, Hexham in Northumberland, Whately and Newton did not know each other during their youth. Whately humorously noted his occasional absence during his children's upbringing due to filming commitments, contrasting it with his later involvement in his grandchildren's lives. Their daughter Kitty has spoken of her father's grounded approach to fame, emphasizing his happiness in family hikes over on-screen success.
