Brenda Blethyn and Husband Michael Mayhew Announce Adoption of Baby Girl
London, UK – July 2024
Beloved British actress Brenda Blethyn, best known for her role as DCI Vera Stanhope in Vera, has announced that she and her husband, Michael Mayhew, have adopted a baby girl. The couple, who have been together for decades and married in 2010, shared the joyous news in a heartfelt statement earlier this week.
“Michael and I are over the moon to welcome our little one into our lives,” Blethyn said. “She has already brought so much love and laughter into our home, and we feel incredibly blessed.”
The couple has kept details private, but sources close to the pair say the adoption process has been in the works for some time. The baby girl, whose name has not yet been revealed, is said to be settling in well with her new parents.
Fans and fellow actors have flooded social media with congratulations. Actress and longtime friend Imelda Staunton commented, “Brenda has one of the biggest hearts, and I have no doubt she’ll be an incredible mother. Wishing them all the happiness in the world!”
Blethyn, 78, recently stepped down from her long-running role in Vera after 14 years but has made it clear she has no plans to retire. However, sources suggest she may take some time off to focus on family.
While the couple has always been known for their private life, they expressed their excitement about this new chapter. “We just can’t wait to watch her grow and share our lives with her,” Mayhew added.
A New Chapter for the TV Icon
Blethyn’s career has spanned decades, with acclaimed performances in films such as Secrets & Lies and Little Voice, earning her Oscar and BAFTA nominations. Now, it seems she’s taking on her most rewarding role yet: motherhood.
Congratulations to Brenda and Michael on their wonderful news!
