Ellie Haddington

Ellie Haddington, a talented actress who trained at the Bristol Old Vic during the 1970s, has steadily risen in prominence and popularity throughout her career. She first garnered attention for her role as Josie Clarke on the iconic British soap opera Coronation Street, where she appeared from 1995 to 1996. A decade later, she made a memorable impact as the stern governor Joy Masterton in the hit drama Bad Girls.

Haddington showcased her versatility in the 2007 episode "Last of the Time Lords" from the celebrated series Doctor Who, portraying Professor Docherty. She continued to charm audiences as Carol Porter in the Sky sitcom The Cafe from 2011 to 2013. Her portrayal of Hilda Pierce in the acclaimed crime drama Foyle's War further solidified her reputation, as she appeared in various episodes from 2003 to 2015.

In 2016, she played Fanny Biggetywitch in the BBC adaptation Dickensian and took on the role of Agatha Chudleigh in Ripper Street. Recently, she has been seen as the beleaguered mother of Anna Maxwell Martin's character in the popular series Motherland. Haddington also had a role as Mrs. Esposito in the fantasy film Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them, released in 2016. Her enduring contributions to television and film continue to captivate audiences and showcase her exceptional talent.