In a thrilling piece of casting news, Downton Abbey favourite Kevin Doyle is set to join the powerhouse cast of the BBC's gritty drama Happy Valley for its highly anticipated third and final season.
The actor, who became a household name for his portrayal of the earnest and endearing footman Joseph Molesley in the global hit period drama, is swapping the aristocratic halls of Downton for the gritty streets of West Yorkshire.
Doyle will be stepping into the role of Rob Hepworth, a seemingly respectable and dependable headteacher. However, in true Happy Valley fashion, not all is as it seems beneath the surface of this new character.
He joins the show's legendary lead, Sarah Lancashire, who returns as the formidable Sergeant Catherine Cawood. The final series is set to deliver the intense, character-driven storytelling that has earned the show a devoted audience and critical acclaim, all penned by the brilliant Sally Wainwright.
This marks a significant and exciting departure from the role that defined him to millions, proving Doyle's impressive range as he moves from period piece aristocracy to hard-hitting contemporary television.
