Archers welcomes top actress
The 76-year-old, who has appeared in British cinema classics such as Alfie, Help! and Women In Love, was heard by Radio 4 listeners heading back to Ambridge to attend the funeral of her on-air husband, John Tregorran.
The character debuted in The Archers 50 years ago and she was dining at Grey Gables on the night Grace Archer was killed in a fire, one of the show’s most famous storylines as it was broadcast the night ITV launched in an effort to overshadow the channel.
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Hide AdA successful and stylish businesswoman, originally portrayed by Anne Cullen, she quickly becoming popular with listeners and remained in the core cast until 1980.
Bron said of her new role: “I was thrilled when my agent called. I have been around long enough that The Archers is part of my history. It’s such a valuable part of the narrative of British life.”