ITV Martin Clunes: Islands of the Pacific: The Doc Martin star's real-life medical emergency after wife was in a terrible accident The actor has picked up a lot from his time as a TV doctor News By Rory Bennett 21:00, 13 JAN 2022 (Image: PA) Martin Clunes is a man of many talents. They soon started dating with the actor later proposing in Hawaii while he was away on a work trip. [31], In May 2015, Clunes presented Man & Beast with Martin Clunes, a two-part factual series for ITV, which looked at the relationship between humans and animals. Martin Clunes is arguably best known as Dr Martin Ellingham in the ITV series Doc Martin. A spokesman for Doc Martin said of the decision to end the show: It was made months ago., Mr Clunes and Philippa pictured watching the racing as they attend the Hennessy Gold Cup race meeting at Newbury Racecourse in England in November 2014. "There is - generally speaking -more of a community spirit, among islanders and more determination to look after one's immediate environment.". Martin explained what happened: "Well, I was supposed to drive towards the camera, they abandon the camera and I was supposed to turn out of that shot. Philippa Braithwaite is the famous wife of Martin Clunes, a great TV producer who also worked with her husband in the show Doc Martin. She now works as a manager for the Cheddington Equestrian Therapy and Rehabilitation centre. TALK OF THE TOWN: Doc Martin star Martin Clunes had a real emergency to deal with after his wife was injured in a riding accident. Clunes has also acted frequently for the radio, including a guest appearance in the BBC Radio 4 series Baldi. "Maybe I was. He is a Scottish-born actor, who appeared in Des as Douglas Stewart. They talked calmly about their future, agreed it was best to part and vowed to stay friends. Martin, 47, says: "This was my attempt to reach the top of Muckle Flugga, in the Shetland Isles, Britain's most northerly point, and it was a lot more hazardous than I wanted it to be. Philippa Braithwaite is the famous wife of Martin Clunes, a great TV producer who also worked with her husband in the show Doc Martin. MARTIN Clunes is well-known for his shows includingDoc MartinandManhunt. He is the son of classical actor Alec Clunes, who died of lung cancer when Martin was eight. But behind the scenes, he lives a quiet family life in Dorset with his producer wife Philippa Braithwaite. Ms Braithwaite had an infection in her gall bladder, and surgeons wanted to take out her appendix. He added: "Yes, it's nice spending a bit of time on the farm on my own, but all I know is that I'm happiest when Philippa is by my side. In 1993, he played Dick Dobson in Demob about a pair of demobilised soldiers who have to adjust to civilian life after entertaining Second World War troops with a raunchy cabaret act. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Martin who last week revealed that the popular comedy-drama was coming to an end after 16 years on our screens had a real emergency to deal with, after his wife Philippa was injured in a riding accident. [30] In April 2015 Clunes narrated Carry on Forever, a three part documentary series for ITV3. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Philippa is a 58-year-old producer and executive. "I couldn't get my buoyancy right, I was miserable, I was struggling for breath then I panicked. The couple have a daughter born in 1999, called Emily, who as a youngster appeared in one episode of Doc Martin. He has also voiced Kipper the Dog in the animated series Kipper. Martin who last week revealed that the popular comedy-drama was coming to an end after 16 years on our screens had a real emergency to deal with, after his wife Philippa was injured in a riding accident. Worrying news from down on the farm run by Doc Martin star Martin Clunes in deepest Dorset. Martin is president of the British Horse Society, and according to his biography on their site: "Martins wife Philippa and daughter Emily are also keen riders and together the family keep 16 four-legged friends on their farm in Dorset." Doc Martin s eason 10 will launch in the US on Monday October 17 on Acorn TV. We both knew it was over. In August 2007, Clunes starred in the ITV/TVNZ co-production The Man Who Lost His Head. Sign up for a Mirror newsletter here . The documentary was filmed over a period of three years. But behind the scenes, he lives a quiet family life in Dorset with his producer wife Philippa Braithwaite. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "I understand she's recovered from the trauma now - but only just". And Now both are ready to surprise you with the upcoming documentary Farewell Doc Martin, which shows all the details about the shows ten successful series. Doc Martin season 10 release date. "You have to take such action or the consequences can be serious. Martin Clunes Instagram Clunes is on Instagram @martinclunes Martin Clunes Wiki Name: Alexander Martin Clunes Date of Birth: November 28, 1961 Age: 61 Nationality: British Occupation: Actor Height: 1.89 Strictly Come Dancing 'casting Loose Women star who would make history'. After the proposal the couple tied the knot in 1997 with a small ceremony, followed by an after-party at The Savoy hotel in London. Clunes appeared in a television dramatisation of Fungus the Bogeyman playing Jessica White's father. After 18 years, the loveable ITV drama has come to an end which left viewers devastated they would no longer be able to watch new episodes of the show. He said: "It was one of the worst moments of my life. It is well-known that Martin is a fan of horses, and owns numerous animals including Clydesdales. Tonight he will feature on David Walliams's It'll Be Alright on the Night which looks behind the scenes of some of the outtakes from the nations most loved shows. Man collapses and dies outside Edinburgh shop after 'taking unwell in street'. DON'T MISSMartin Clunes wife: The touching way Martin proposed to wife Philippa [INSIGHT]Martin Clunes interview cut off as This Morning thrown into chaos [EXPLIANER]Alex Jones stunned after Martin Clunes dig at The One Show co-star[INSIGHT], "Then we started homebuilding, making this amazing, loving environment for her to grow up in. This is an eight-episode series. Philippas medical history is so colourful that it could make for its own episode of the ITV hit. But what is known of Martin's marriage to wife Philippa? Martin who last week revealed that the popular comedy-drama was coming to an end after 16 years on our screens had a real emergency to deal with, after his wife Philippa was injured in a riding accident. In truth, I was the one who had a terrible time. He is best known for portraying Martin Ellingham in the ITV comedy-drama series Doc Martin and Gary Strang in Men Behaving Badly. "He tried to make out he had told me, but the truth is he just didn't want me there. Experts weigh in as tremors hit Wales, Cornwall and the Are YOU eating the right colours? Martin Clunes: Islands Of Britain starts on STV on Sunday at 9pm. When I formed my own theatre company, I always made a point of thanking Sean in the programme notes for each of our productions. The show then played a small clip of the episode, where Doc takes his son to see Father Christmas, and doesn't allow him to sit on his lap in case he is "contagious". To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Info. The company, based in Drumchapel, has reportedly ceased all trading with its annual results currently overdue by more than two months. In the final episode of the series, Doc decided to pack up and leave his quaint Cornish town for a bigger position in London. Emergency services raced to Leith Walk around 9.30am after a 50-year-old man was attacked outside a former Cash Converters. As of 2013, Clunes and his household stay in Beaminster, Dorset, the place they run a farm with heavy horses. MARTIN Clunes is well-known for his shows including Doc Martin and Manhunt. Martin Clunes wife: How did Martin and his wife first meet? He is the son of classical actor Alec Clunes, who died of lung cancer when Martin was eight. Martin is president of the British Horse Society, and according to his biography on their site: "Martins wife Philippa and daughter Emily are also keen riders and together the family keep 16 four-legged friends on their farm in Dorset." Lucy said her husband thought she had become "dull and boring" - and it all came to a head when Martin went to a party alone and claimed he had "forgotten" to invite her. The 65-year-old comedian stunned at the opening night of Oklahoma! Talking to Irish News, Martin recalled: "It was the longest we'd been apart, and I missed her so much that I proposed, while she was really jet lagged and in such a strange place.". Lucy went out for a drive on her own and when she came back to their North London flat she realised there was no way to pick up the pieces. Who is Martin Clunes' wife Philippa Braithwaite? ", "Deputy Lieutenant Commissions DORSET LIEUTENANCY", "Vice Lord-Lieutenant and Deputy Lieutenants of Dorset", "Martin Clunes' Bournemouth University Honorary Degree Citation", "Martin Clunes to be new British Horse Society president", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Martin_Clunes&oldid=1137675480, This page was last edited on 5 February 2023, at 22:18. He is a celebrity supporter of The Dog Rescue Federation. Lucy Aston is known for By the Sword Divided (1983), Waiting for God (1990), and Leaving (1984). And Now both are ready to surprise you with the upcoming documentary Farewell Doc Martin, which shows all the details about the shows ten successful series. After being educated at the Royal Russell School in Croydon, Clunes pursued the arts through Arts Educational Schools. [65][66], Chloe Scott-Moncrieff in conversation with Martin Clunes. Who is Martin Clunes' wife Philippa Braithwaite? Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver shared top tips for cooking the 'perfect' roast potatoes. In 1998, he was featured in Sweet Revenge and appeared as Richard Burbage in the film Shakespeare in Love. Martin and Philippa tied the knot in 1997 with a small ceremony and an afterparty at The Savoy hotel in London - where Martin's acting pal Neil Morrissey was best man. 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