Vera star reveals emotional announcement ahead of final series

Star's emotional journey

Riley Jones, known for his role as DC Mark Edwards in ITV's crime drama Vera, shared his emotional journey as he filmed the final scenes of the last series. Jones, a member of the cast since the show's inception, admitted to fighting back tears while on his way to set.

Fans and cast bid farewell

As filming for the last season of Vera continues, both fans and cast members are emotional about the show coming to a close. Jones opened up about his reaction to reading an article celebrating the show's legacy, expressing his gratitude and emotions.

A tribute to Brenda Blethyn

Earlier this year, ITV announced that the upcoming 14th series of Vera would be the last. The decision came after leading woman Brenda Blethyn, who portrayed the iconic character Vera, decided to depart from the show. Blethyn shared an emotional statement expressing her gratitude for the experience and the people involved in creating the beloved series.