Abigail Cruttenden

Abigail Cruttenden

57 · Born: Mar 23, 1968

Personal Details

BornMar 23, 1968 London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Jonathan R. Fraser

    ( Dec 1, 2003 to May 11, 2025 )
  • Sean Bean

    ( Nov 22, 1997 to Jul 1, 2000 )
Relatives
  • Hal Cruttenden (Sibling)

Biography

Abigail Cruttenden, a gifted and accomplished English actress, entered the world on March 23rd, 1968, commencing a remarkable journey in the world of entertainment. One of her most notable and memorable roles was that of Jane, the on-screen wife, opposite the talented Sean Bean, in the extremely popular and well-received TV series, Sharpe.

In addition to her notable on-screen performances, Abigail Cruttenden also shared a real-life union with Sean Bean, exchanging vows in 1997, and welcoming a beautiful daughter, Evie, into their family. However, their romantic relationship was short-lived, as they began the process of divorce proceedings just a mere three months after their wedding, ultimately concluding their marriage in the year 2000.

Cruttenden's personal life took a significant turn in 2003 when she exchanged vows with Jonathan Fraser, a union that would go on to produce a child, Merle, a testament to the enduring power of love and family. This development was not without its significance, as it marked the beginning of a new chapter in Cruttenden's life, one that would be filled with the joys and challenges that come with raising a child.

Moreover, Cruttenden's family has a rich history of involvement in the performing arts, a tradition that stretches back several generations. Her grandmother, Cynthia Coatts, is the proud owner and operator of the Rosslyn School of Dance and Drama in London, a prestigious institution that has been a hub of artistic expression and education for many years.

Furthermore, Cruttenden's mother, Julia Cruttenden, has also made a name for herself in the world of the performing arts, operating the stage make-up school Greasepaint in London. This school has become a go-to destination for those seeking to hone their skills in the art of stage makeup, and Julia's expertise and dedication have earned her a reputation as a master of her craft.

In conclusion, Cruttenden's life is a testament to the power of family and the importance of pursuing one's passions. From her own experiences as a performer to her family's long history of involvement in the arts, Cruttenden's story is one that is filled with excitement, creativity, and a deep love for the world of entertainment.

The notable aspect to consider is that Kate Weedon, a character portrayed by Cruttenden, was allegedly subjected to a sudden and unexpected cancellation from the popular television program Benidorm, with her on-screen partner, Nicholas Burns, also facing the same fate.

Career

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2024
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2022
Munich: The Edge of War
Munich: The Edge of War as Anne Chamberlain
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2020
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2018
{"id":109470,"title":"Denial","year":"2016","character":"Janine Stone","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/denial-2016","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/15r7ujrqdkr0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/15r7ujrqdkr0.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Denial
Denial as Janine Stone
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Midsomer Murders
Midsomer Murders as Nell Fryer
{"id":3125,"title":"The Outcast","year":2015,"character":"Anne Rawlins","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-outcast","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_3125.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_3125.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
The Outcast
The Outcast as Anne Rawlins
{"id":16088,"title":"The Theory of Everything","year":"2014","character":"Isobel Hawking","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-theory-of-everything","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6bobu8m2bp80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6bobu8m2bp80.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
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2008
{"id":183990,"title":"Sex, the City and Me","year":"2007","character":"Ali","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sex-the-city-and-me","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_183990.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_183990.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":7909,"title":"Benidorm","year":2007,"character":"Kate Weedon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/benidorm","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5npuladsi7k0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5npuladsi7k0.jpg"},"released":1}
Benidorm
Benidorm as Kate Weedon
{"id":103837476,"title":"The Robinsons","year":2005,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-robinsons","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103837476.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103837476.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":8065,"title":"Rosemary & Thyme","year":2003,"character":"Patsy Connolly","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/rosemary-thyme","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4ddfsbcfuho0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4ddfsbcfuho0.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Rosemary & Thyme
Rosemary & Thyme as Patsy Connolly
{"id":8614,"title":"Charlotte Gray","year":"2001","character":"Daisy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/charlotte-gray","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8614.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8614.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
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{"id":8170,"title":"Anna Karenina","year":2000,"character":"Betsy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/anna-karenina-2001","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8170.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8170.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
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1998
Hideous Kinky
Hideous Kinky as Charlotte
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1997
Sharpe
Sharpe as Jane Sharpe
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Sharpe
Sharpe as Jane Sharpe
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Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre as Blanche Ingram
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Sharpe
Sharpe as Jane Sharpe
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Into the Blue
Into the Blue as Heather Mallender
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Sharpe: The Legend
Sharpe: The Legend as Jane Gibbons
{"id":56946,"title":"Sharpe","year":"1996","character":"Jane Gibbons","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sharpe-1996","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56946.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56946.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
Sharpe
Sharpe as Jane Gibbons
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Sharpe
Sharpe as Jane Gibbons
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Sharpe
Sharpe as Jane Gibbons
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{"id":103837615,"title":"Love on a Branch Line","year":1994,"character":"Belinda","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/love-on-a-branch-line","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103837615.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103837615.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":9962,"title":"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes","year":1991,"character":"Miss Violet Merville","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9962.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9962.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
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1982