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ITV Vera’s original stars now - from tragic death to role in Barbie


As ITV's Vera draws to a close, we look back at what Brenda Blethyn's co-stars have done since first appearing in the beloved crime drama that has run for 14 series

Vera's first ever sidekick was Joe Ashworth, played by David Leon who had previously appeared in TV series Cutting It, and films RocknRolla and Alexander. She has gone on to huge success since her Vera days, with her biggest role in Marvel series Loki where she played Dr Verity Willis, aka Hunter B-15. His TV credits include major roles in Peaky Blinders, Deep State, The OA and High Fidelity, but his film career has reached even greater heights.

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