Downton Abbey Still Photos by Nick Briggs

Nick Briggs is a very popular still photographer for film and television. A lot of his Downton Abbey photos have become quite popular. Such as these two:

When I found some that I hadn't seen before I wanted to share them. Check out his website for lots of other stills from numerous other shows.

All photos by Nick Briggs

Downton Season 3 Contract Renewals

I'll be keeping track of the contracts as the news breaks.

So far everyone except the following have renewed their contract for a 4th season:









Maggie Smith (the Dowager Countess)
Dan Stevens (Matthew Crawley)
Siobhan Finneran (Ms. O'Brien)
Jessica Brown Findlay (Lady Sybil Crawley)

Behind the Scenes - Season 3 - SPOILERS

Updated 3/14/12

Shirley MacLaine is pictured filming "Downton Abbey" on February 21, 2012 in London, UK. The 77-year-old actress will be playing Martha Levinson, the mother of Lady Grantham (Elizabeth McGovern) in the third season.

Photos by FameFlynet Pictures




More Spoiler News for Season 3

A new footman is coming to Downton Abbey ... one who is very closely connected to O'Brien.
With Thomas likely to become Lord Grantham's valet now that Bates is imprisoned, Downton hires a new footman named Alfred.
Digital Spy reports that Matt Milne (War Horse) will join the cast in Season 3 as Alfred, who also happens to be O'Brien's nephew!

Source: Wetpaint.com



3/9/12

Behind the scenes of the wedding in Season 3:

The cast of Downton Abbey gathered in Oxfordshire, England on March 5th to film the much talked-about wedding scene between Mary and Matthew (cousins, but lovers) for season three.  From the looks of things on the set, it appears that nuptials went on as planned.
Source: socialitelife.com

Photos by FameFlynet Pictures	Is that Shirley MacLaine in that car? I believe so! :)

Out Of Costume

I will admit, Michelle is my favorite :)

They do make a beautiful couple. :)

Daisy???? ;)

With or without make-up Joanne (Anna) is gorgeous! :)

I love Maggie Smith!!

I had to take a close look. She's Mrs. Hughs!

I wouldn't recognize her if she past me on the street. Wow! (O'Brian)

She looks so much younger!!

They look so cute together :) 

I would NEVER recognize him!! (Thomas)

Source: None of these photos are mine. If they are your copyright please let me know and I will gladly give credit to the photographer.