Elizabeth McGovern Reflects on Her Time at Downton Abbey

DOWNTON ABBEY’S LADY CORA ELIZABETH MCGOVERN SPEAKS OUT: “I’M READY TO MOVE ON”

In a shocking confession, Elizabeth McGovern, the 64-year-old actress who brought to life the iconic role of Lady Cora, Countess of Grantham in the beloved ITV period drama Downton Abbey, has revealed she’s over the show. Despite the upcoming release of the final movie installment, The Grand Finale, Elizabeth confessed to Tatler magazine that she’s ready to leave the manor house behind and move on with her life.

“I loved making this film,” Elizabeth said in an exclusive interview, “but I’m now over it.” Her words are music to the ears of fans who have been following the show since its inception six seasons ago. But what sparked this sudden change of heart? According to sources close to the production, it was the passing of Dame Maggie Smith, who played the Dowager Countess of Grantham in the series.

“Everybody definitely had mixed feelings about doing Downton again,” Elizabeth explained, “especially without Maggie.” The actress revealed that working with her late co-star was a truly magical experience. “It was absolutely wonderful, hell on earth,” she said, chuckling wistfully. “But it all added up to being so worth it.”

Elizabeth’s sentiments are echoed by the rest of the cast, including Hugh Bonneville and Michelle Dockery, who have shared their own tributes to Dame Maggie Smith after her passing last year at the age of 89. The actress was not only a brilliant performer but also a warm and kind presence on set.

However, it seems that working with Elizabeth’s director husband, Simon Curtis, brought a new level of professionalism to the production. “When he came on board,” Elizabeth said with a smile, “it really helped, because getting the cast together was like herding cats.” The actress’ candid comments about her co-stars have raised eyebrows among fans, who are eager to know more about the behind-the-scenes drama that unfolded during filming.

But what really caught our attention was Elizabeth’s poignant reflection on the profound impact Downton Abbey has had on the lives of its cast and crew. “It’s not just for the era it depicts,” she explained, “but for the time they first saw it.” The actress spoke about how the show brought people together in a way that’s no longer possible today.

“It was a much simpler world then,” Elizabeth said wistfully, “when we all sat down on a Sunday night to watch together and everybody would talk about it the next day. That just doesn’t happen any more.” The actress’ words are a poignant reminder of the changing times we live in, where technology has disconnected us from each other.

And yet, despite the nostalgia that’s washed over fans since the show first premiered, Elizabeth is optimistic about its legacy. “We definitely all need something like this now,” she said, “when reading the papers is so darn depressing and scary.” The actress’ words are a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring appeal of Downton Abbey.

As for her own career, Elizabeth has had her fair share of ups and downs over the years. But despite some rollercoaster moments, she’s grateful for the challenges that have come her way. “I feel really lucky,” she said with a smile, “because I’ve had a career which has been up and down, but consistently offered up challenges.” Elizabeth confessed that she’s never been one for fame, preferring to keep a low profile.

“I haven’t had absolute fame,” she explained, “which is [something that can be] really crippling. Sometimes I wish I had, but I’m better off this way.” The actress’ words are a refreshing respite from the glamour and glitz of Hollywood, where stars often sacrifice their personal lives for the sake of fame.

As Elizabeth looks to the future, she’s more excited than ever about her next projects. “I’m better off this way,” she said with a smile, “because I have never been more excited about wanting to do things than at this point in my life.” It seems that Lady Cora is ready for her next chapter, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this talented actress.

READ THE FULL FEATURE IN THE OCTOBER ISSUE OF TATTLER MAGAZINE, AVAILABLE VIA DIGITAL DOWNLOAD AND ON NEWSSTANDS FROM THURSDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER.

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