Maxine Peake has claimed Northern actors still face discrimination for their accents and end up being cast as servants because they are seen as uneducated.

CONTAINS SPOILERS. Last night's Belgravia, which aired on ITV at 9pm, left viewers disappointed, after some complained the conclusion had been tied up with a speed that gave them 'whiplash'.

Lady Carnarvon told on This Morning Downton Abbey's Highclere Castle, in Hampshire, has 'zero income' amid the coronavirus crisis.

SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: The Carnarvons have gone out of their way to try to find a solution - but the road to Downton has hit a few bumps.

The 73-year-old said the #MeToo campaign, which supports female victims of sexual harassment and assault, risked linking harmless behaviour with that of sex offender Harvey Weinstein.

Lord Fellowes, creator of the ITV period drama, and two of its stars, Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern, will take fans on an 'ultimate insider tour' of the castle, delivered online.

One of the legacies of lockdown could be that we all end up with spotless homes. With time on our hands, we are turning into a nation of housekeepers, fearlessly delving into dusty corners.

The presenter, 54, said on Tuesday's Good Morning Britain that he will not be attending the star-studded ceremony as he's fed up of the camera catching his reaction when they lose the Daytime Award.

She is nominated for her first ever NTA in the category of Serial Drama Performance for her portrayal of Sinead Tinker in Coronation Street. 

The TV host, 44, cut a casual figure as he geared up for the ceremony, where he and Dec could take home their 19th ceremony award for best presenter.

The National Television Awards always brings out the biggest names on TV.  So it came as no surprise to see Jacqueline Jossa making her way to London to prepare for the event on Tuesday.

The pregnant star, 38, took to Instagram to share a sweet snap alongside her husband-to-be after tweeting she wouldn't be attending the ceremony because she 'can't be a***d to get glammed up.'

The actor, 34, who plays Gemma Winter's brother Paul Foreman, cut a casual figure as he headed to the star-studded ceremony, which will take place at the O2 Arena.

Danny Dyer, wife Joanne Mas and Emma Willis led the famous faces getting ready for the National Television Awards on Tuesday.

Lizzie Cundy looked nothing short of sensational when she prepared for the National Television Awards on Tuesday.

Maura Higgins and her boyfriend Curtis Pritchard were among the first to hit the red carpet for the National Television Awards at London's 02 Arena on Tuesday.

Gabby Allen risked a run-in with Jacqueline Jossa at the National Television Awards on Tuesday after being accused of having an affair with her husband.

Laura Whitmore arrived at her first National Television Awards as presenter of the ITV2 dating show in a stunning black dress on Tuesday evening.

The TOWIE star, 25, appeared to have a full glam squad at hand to assist her with her awards ceremony look as she got ready for the night ahead.

The much-talked about feud between Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes and This Morning co-star Phillip Schofield came to a head on Tuesday night as they all attended the NTAs.

The Olympic champion, 70, ensured all eyes were on her in a plunging silver gown which highlighted her athletic physique on the red carpet.

Jessica Wright made sure she pulled out all the stops at the National Television Awards in London's O2 Arena on Tuesday, flaunting her toned pins in a jaw-dropping dress with a soaring thigh-high slit.

The former TOWIE star, 29, proudly cradled her stomach as she posed for the cameras at the star-studded event, which was being held at the O2 arena in London.

Arriving at London's O2 Arena, former Love Island star Gabby Allen, 26, led the way for the most questionable fashion choices at the NTA Awards tonight.

She scooped the top prize on The Apprentice 2019, landing the job as Lord Sugar's newest business partner.

ITV's Loose Women put on a united front in an all red ensemble as they walked the NTA's red carpet in hopes of winning the Best Daytime Show award over rivals This Morning.

Joey Essex, 29, has now taken his relationship with Mexican model Lorena Medina, 27, to the next level as the pair looked loved up during the arrivals for the National Television Awards.

In keeping up with tradition, Georgia Toffolo, 25, surprised onlookers for the second year in a row by taking the tube to the glitzy event on Tuesday night.

The reality star, 22, ensured all eyes were on her in a stunning khaki green semi-sheer gown which highlighted her stunning hourglass frame underneath.

Billie and Sam Faiers pulled out all the stops for The National Television Awards on Tuesday.

Ferne McCann brought the glamour to the 2020 National Television Awards on Tuesday night as she stepped onto the red carpet wearing a stunning pink strapless gown.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly made history at the National Television Awards on Tuesday as they won the Best Presenter Award for the nineteenth year in a row.

Montana Brown certainly didn't disappoint when she attended the National Television Awards 2020 at London's O2 Arena on Tuesday night, donning a daring dress for the occasion.

Vicky Pattison brought her handsome boyfriend along to the National Television Awards 2020 in London on Thursday night, looking loved-up as they cosied up on the red carpet.

Michael Palin dedicated his Special Recognition Award to his late friend Terry Jones during Tuesday night's National Television Awards.

Presenting the award for New Drama, which saw Chernobyl take out the win, the Friends star delighted fans with his presence, but left many surprised to see him there at all.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Oti and Motsi Mabuse dazzled on stage at the National Television Awards on Tuesday night.

Jesy Nelson's boyfriend Chris Hughes is at the centre of a police investigation after he became embroiled in a violent altercation after Tuesday night's NTAs

It appears Alison King may have indulged in one glass too many at this year's event, as she was seemingly escorted out of the ceremony at 9pm Tuesday evening.

Megan McKenna, 27, took centre stage as she commanded the red carpet at the National Television Awards , arriving at London 's O2 Arena on Tuesday night in an edgy slip dress.

Olivia Buckland and husband Alex Bowen are still as loved up as ever, cosying up together at the National Television Awards 2020 in London on Tuesday night.

The singer, 29, looked incredible in a pale lemon form-fitting gown as she posed up a storm in front of the paparazzi before heading into the ceremony.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly made history as they won the Best Presenter Award for the nineteenth year in a row before winning their second award for the evening.

Holly Willoughby, 38, was among the first to make a quick exit from London's 02 Arena where the awards were held on Tuesday night.

It was a night to remember for the stars of the small screen and the celeb attendees of Tuesday night's National Television Awards celebrated in style. 

The cast of the ITV soap took to the stage to accept the honour, just days after leaving viewers gripped with a week of episodes leading to the murder of Graham Foster.

The NTAs saw the biggest shows of the past year recognised, with viewers at home voting for who would take the gong. With the power solely in the hands of the public, several big names were snubbed.

Maya Jama looked to have had a very good night as she made a bleary-eyed exit from the awards after-party at London's Hotel Intercontinental.

The presenter, 40, who shares daughter Patricia, 16 months, with her footballer husband Frank, 41, was enjoying a night off mummy duty to rub shoulders

The Love Island star, 28, was supported by co-star Eyal Booker as he left the awards, after revealing on Saturday that he had welcomed a baby girl named Blossom.