Lesley Nicol News

On the next edition of MetroFocus, New York NOW's Jenna Flanagan reports from Syracuse, one of the six sites around the country chosen by the Federal Aviation Administration to test the safety of flying drones, unmanned aerial vehicles, in public airspace.

'Downton Abbey' star Lesley Nicol will guest star on an upcoming episode of the FOX comedy RAISING HOPE.

PBS and WGBH announced today that the premiere of 'Downton Abbey, Season 4' on MASTERPIECE enchanted viewers nationwide as the Crawley family faced changes in the wake of last season's shocking finale. An average audience of 10.2 million viewers tuned in for Sunday's premiere. (Nielsen Fast National data, 6.2 household rating.)

Today we are talking to a standout star of the internationally adored period-set drama series DOWNTON ABBEY all about her unforgettable character on the show as well as what we can expect from the highly anticipated upcoming extended Christmas episode - the convivial Lesley Nicol. Looking back at an incredibly accomplished career thus far, Nicol shares some insights on her favorite TV and film roles to date while also casting a glance back at some of her most memorable stage performances - as an original cast member of the inaugural West End JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR as well as a multi-year run in long-running hi MAMMA MIA! included. Most importantly, Nicol outlines the finer points of her charming and committed characterization of the belabored chef of Downton Abbey itself and imparts her enthusiasm and enjoyment with the delectable and dramatic storylines conjured up by creator Julian Fellowes as well as shares some of her own favorite scene partners and events in the show's rich history. Additionally, Nicol clues us in on this year's Christmas ep and her own impressions of this year's sequence of events just as US viewers gear up for the first stateside showings of Season 4, starting in early 2014. Plus, Nicol looks ahead to DOWNTON ABBEY Season 5, set to film in 2014, and beyond. All of that and much, much more awaits!

Sasha Alexander, star of the TNT original drama 'Rizzoli & Isles,' and Clark Gregg, star of the ABC series 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,' revealed the 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® nominations this morning, Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood at 8:50 a.m. ET.

Bravo Media earned a record-breaking night this past Sunday, landing the network the #1 spot in P18-49 among cable competition, according to Nielsen.

Grab your favorite winter cocktail and cozy up as Bravo Media's 'Watch What Happens Live,' hosted by Andy Cohen, breaks out the fine China when Laura Carmichael, Rob James Collier, Allen Leech and Lesley Nicol of PBS's hit series 'Downton Abbey' make their first visit to the clubhouse on Tuesday, December 10 at 11p.m. ET/PT. Cohen serves up some holiday season realness as next week's lineup showcases some sassy Brits, singers, comedians and even Housewives. For more information, visit: http://www.bravotv.com/watch-what-happens-live

The Helzberg Diamonds INFINITY X INFINITY collection shined at the GBK Luxury Lounge held at W Hollywood Hotel during Emmy weekend. At the event, celebrity guests, including 2013 Emmy nominees and presenters, browsed the collection and selected their favorite pieces from the line.

Origin Theatre Company kicks off its eleventh season of producing the New York and American premieres of plays by emerging European playwrights at its annual benefit on Thursday May 30, at 6:30pm. Hosted by Mutual of America, 320 Park Avenue, the festive evening features a slalom course of pleasures, including an Origin showcase of new work, rollicking entertainment, and appearances by a colorful cross-section of local and visiting theatre luminaries, business leaders and supporters of the arts.

Lesley Nicol (Mrs. Patmore on 'Downton Abbey') guest stars as Queen Eva's Servant, Johanna on the next episode of ABC's ONCE UPON A TIME titled, 'The Queen is Dead'. Get a sneak peek below!

On an upcoming episode of the ABC drama series ONCE UPON A TIME titled 'The Queen is Dead", upon discovering Cora and Regina's plan to find and take possession of Rumplestiltskin's dagger. Get a sneak peek below!

EW.com reports that Downton Abbey actress Lesley Nicol is set to guest star on an upcoming episode of the ABC drama series ONCE UPON A TIME. Thought no details have been released as to the role she will play, she will have a 'special connection' to the Snow White family, according to the site.

DOWNTON ABBEY's Lesley Nicol is keeping busy between seasons of the hit Brit-drama. The actress has officically signed a deal to guest on ABC's ONCE UPON A TIME. Josh Dallas, resident Prince Charming on the ABC fairytale drama tweeted: "As a Huge #DowntonAbbey Fan I'm very excited @lesley_nicol is coming to #OnceUponATime!"

Nominees for the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® for outstanding performances in 2012 in five film and eight primetime television categories as well as the SAG Awards honors for outstanding action performances by film and television stunt ensembles were announced this morning in Los Angeles at the Pacific Design Center's SilverScreen Theater in West Hollywood.

Nominees for the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® for outstanding performances in 2012 in five film and eight primetime television categories as well as the SAG Awards honors for outstanding action performances by film and television stunt ensembles were announced this morning in Los Angeles at the Pacific Design Center's SilverScreen Theater in West Hollywood.

With the return of its all-star cast plus guest star Academy Award -winner Shirley MacLaine, DOWNTON ABBEY, Season 3 airs over seven Sundays on PBS beginning on January 6, 2013. BWW brings you a series of interviews with the award-winning cast of this popular PBS series. Next up, actors Matt Milne and Lesley Nicol.

With under a week to go before the 2012 HighTide Festival gets underway, Artistic Director Steven Atkinson has announced full casting for HighTide Festival 2012. Familiar names include Louise Brealey, Brendan Coyle, Russell Floyd, Elizabeth Hopper, Danny Kirrane, Lesley Nicol, Abi Titmuss, Rosie Wyatt, andMatilda Ziegler. Also announced are the guests for the HighMind Talks at the Festival, including Alan Bissett, Will Gompertz, Ben Hammersley, Owen Jones, Juliet Stevenson and Griff Rhys Jones.