The UK is mourning the death of esteemed actress Dame Patricia Routledge (1929 – 2025), at the age of 96. A remarkable talent of stage and screen, she was beloved for her iconic portrayal of the relentlessly aspirational social climber Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced ‘Bouquet’) in the acclaimed BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances from 1990 to 1995.
The BBC and ITV have been producing adaptations of classic literature for over half a century now.
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2024 looks set to be another spectacular year for British period drama fans.
2024 should be another brilliant year for British period drama fans.
2024 is shaping up to be another wonderful year for British period drama fans.
There are many wonderful BBC period dramas based in the Victorian era.
2023 looks set to be another brilliant year for British period drama fans.
2023 looks set to be another dazzling year for British period drama fans.
2023 looks set to be another thrilling year for British period drama fans.