Now Brenda Blethyn has told how she supported her character ... one most loyal to her,” she says fondly in the film. “My brother, a lot of his friends are cops and they all say Jon is the ...

Still now, I challenge my brother every day to do the Times cryptic ... Hogan declared after the first episode of series nine: "Brenda Blethyn deserves better than this slow drama.

ITV's Vera remains a popular draw for viewers, with Brenda Blethyn portraying the unyielding DCI Stanhope. We delve into her personal history revealing Brenda's life beyond the cameras.