Lesley Nicol is famous for her portrayal of “Mrs Patmore” in the highly successful TV costume drama, Downton Abbey. Acting was always Lesley’s first love and, since graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, she has acted on stage in a variety of roles including Rosie in Mamma Mia and Kath Casey in Our House. Her film appearances include roles in East is East and the sequel West is West.