BREAKING: Ashley Jensen has made a highly anticipated return as DI Ruth Calder in the latest season of the gripping BBC crime series Shetland. The new episodes, which premiered this month, are already captivating audiences with their intense narrative and fresh characters.
Jensen, who joined the cast as a leading role in 2023 after the departure of Douglas Henshall, expressed her excitement about taking on this pivotal character. “There will be a different dynamic with Ruth amongst the regular characters,” she stated. “However, the integrity of the show will remain very much in the same tone as the last seven seasons.” This transition marks a new chapter for the beloved series, and viewers are eager to see how her character evolves.
Amid her professional success, Jensen’s personal life tells a poignant story. Tragically, she faced the devastating loss of her husband, Terence Beesley, who passed away at the age of 60 due to suicide in 2018. Jensen discovered his body at their Somerset home, an event she described as “extremely shocking.” In a touching statement, she recalled their 18 years together, revealing how blindsided she felt by his tragic choice.
In a turn of fate, Jensen has found love again with Vera star Kenny Doughty. The couple, who tied the knot in a private ceremony at Priston Mill near Bath in 2023, have been a source of joy for one another after their respective struggles. A close friend of the couple shared, “Ashley looked just so, so happy. It was simply idyllic.”
As Jensen navigates her professional and personal landscapes, she continues to shine in her role on Shetland. The series is available for streaming on BBC iPlayer, and fans are eagerly watching this new chapter unfold.
Stay tuned for updates on Jensen’s journey as she balances her roles on-screen and in life, captivating audiences with her resilience and talent.
