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Martin Clunes' wife: The TV powerhouse behind his success
26 Mar
Summary
- Philippa Braithwaite is a respected producer, working on hits like Doc Martin.
- The couple co-founded Buffalo Pictures, prioritizing creative independence.
- Their daughter Emily pursued a career as an Equine vet, not in entertainment.
Actor Martin Clunes, known for 'Doc Martin' and 'Men Behaving Badly,' is currently receiving praise for his role as disgraced newsreader Huw Edwards.
His career has been significantly bolstered by his wife, Philippa Braithwaite, a respected TV producer. She has worked on major successes including 'Manhunt' and 'Doc Martin,' which ran for 10 series. The couple co-founded Buffalo Pictures in 1999, aiming for creative independence and sustainable production practices from their countryside base.
Philippa Braithwaite's career highlights include work on the international hit 'Sliding Doors' in 1998. She has received multiple nominations, including two BAFTA nods, but maintains a private life, allowing her work to speak for itself.
The couple's daughter, Emily, has forgone any industry leverage, pursuing a career as an Equine vet and event rider. Martin Clunes himself noted he does not plan his career moves and enjoys balancing lighter roles with dramas.
