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Brenda Blethyn, 80, Shares Youth Secrets
9 Oct
Summary
- Brenda Blethyn attributes her youthful appearance to drinking water and walking her dog.
- The actress, 80, has no plans for retirement, stating she's 'devoid of ambition'.
- Blethyn will not participate in 'Celebrity Traitors' despite its popularity.
Brenda Blethyn, at the age of 80, has shared her straightforward approach to maintaining a youthful appearance. Her regimen includes drinking ample water and engaging in regular exercise through dog walking, particularly on the beach. Blethyn, who recently concluded her acclaimed run as DCI Vera Stanhope in the ITV drama Vera after 14 seasons, has no immediate plans for retirement. She has spent significant time filming in the North East and now aims to dedicate more time to her husband and family.
The actress, who starred in the hit series since 2011, acknowledged the emotional significance of ending her role, comparing Vera to a sister. Looking ahead, Blethyn is set to appear in Channel 4's 2026 TV adaptation of Barbara Taylor Bradford's novel, A Woman of Substance, portraying Emma Hart. She praised Jessica Reynolds, who plays the younger version of the protagonist. Despite the success of shows like 'Celebrity Traitors,' Blethyn indicated she has no interest in participating, admitting she hasn't watched it but dislikes the concept.
