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Hugh Bonneville 'looks so happy with Canadian comedy star Claire Rankin' after Downton Abbey actor 'went on string of dates with her' following split from wife Lulu Williams


Hugh Bonneville, 60, was seen strolling arm in arm with Claire, 53, in Soho, having reportedly been spending time with her at his London flat and at the luxurious Broadwick Soho Hotel.

The actress, from Prince Edward Island, began acting in Shakespeare plays in the 90s and appeared on shows including Ally McBeal, Without A Trace and House. The actor, famous for his role as Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham, had never shied away from expressing his love for Lulu, having previously called her his 'bedrock' and 'anchor' and crediting his wife for being the backbone of their household. In previous interviews Bonneville claimed he was 'completely indebted' to his wife for the way she supported him throughout his career while looking after their son Felix, 20, who himself has enjoyed success on the screen.

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