Actress Joanne Froggatt is once again thrilling viewers with her performance in the riveting crime drama, North Shore.
Set against the backdrop of Australia, the plot centres around the enigmatic death of a young woman, with Joanne portraying Abigail Crawford, a senior British consulate officer embroiled in the mystery.
The series serves to reaffirm her standing as one of the most gifted actresses on our screens, demonstrating her knack for adding depth to multifaceted characters.
Thus far, the show has been lauded by audiences for its suspense-filled narrative and exceptional performances, marking it as another must-watch series. However, away from the limelight, the relatively private actress has offered fans a brief insight into her life off-screen, reports the Mirror.
Acting Career
Joanne Froggatt played teen mum Zoe Tattersall in Coronation Street
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Joanne’s foray into the world of entertainment commenced in the late 90s, with her breakthrough role as Zoe Tattersall in the renowned British soap opera Coronation Street.
Her character Zoe made her debut on the ITV programme in May 1997. The part of the rebellious pregnant teenager was a hit, with actresses Jane Danson and Georgia Taylor auditioning for the role before they were eventually cast as the Battersby sisters, Leanne and Toyah.
Nonetheless, it was her portrayal of Anna Bates in the globally celebrated series Downton Abbey that cemented her position in the spotlight.
Her portrayal in this role earned her a prestigious Golden Globe award in 2014, in addition to several Emmy nominations. Some of Joanne’s other notable works include her roles in Liar, Angela Black, as well as her performances in films such as In Our Name, for which she received a British Independent Film Award.
A Heartbreaking Separation
Joanne previously faced relationship woes
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Outside of her professional pursuits, Joanne married IT consultant James Cannon in 2012. Together, they established a production company called Run It.
However, despite their collaborative efforts in the industry, Joanne revealed in early 2020 that she and her husband had been living apart after nearly eight years of marriage.
During this period, the actress referred to it as a “challenging chapter” in her life but maintained an optimistic outlook on her future. In a 2021 interview, she shared: “We’ve actually been separated for a little while. I’m looking to the future… I’m just going to embrace this year and see what happens.”
Embracing New Joy
The star later revealed her baby bump
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Leaving her past relationship challenges behind her, Joanne was poised to embark on a new journey in her personal life. By 2023, she had begun dating a new partner named Mark, and by the middle of 2024, she shared the joyful news of her pregnancy.
In September 2024, Joanne gave birth to her first child. Though she chose to maintain the privacy of her partner and child, she has openly expressed her excitement about embracing this new phase of her life.
The following month, the Downton Abbey star took to social media to share her gratitude for a thoughtful gift a baby rocker from @charliecraneparis. At the time, she posted: “Thank you @charliecraneparis for the beautiful gift.
“We use this every day and we absolutely love it! Perfect when they are really little as it supports them in all the right places.”
Looking Ahead
Joanne’s new show is captivating audiences
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Joanne’s career continues to flourish as she embraces new personal milestones. With her performance in North Shore receiving praise and the potential return of her much-loved character, Anna Bates, in another Downton Abbey sequel, the future appears promising for this gifted actress.
Furthermore, Joanne is slated to appear in a yet-to-be-titled global crime series by director Guy Ritchie, which focuses on two feuding families living in London.
The star-studded cast includes the likes of Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, and Helen Mirren, among others.
North Shore is available to watch on ITVX.