Get ready to fall head over heels for Sue Johnston's newest adventure – the incomparable veteran actress is set to dazzle audiences with her latest role in the laugh-out-loud comedy 'Ann Droid', a brainchild of Diane Morgan and Sarah Kendall. As she slips into the shoes of a recently widowed woman whose life gets a robot-induced boost, Johnston confesses she was so immersed in the show's charm that she forgot it was herself up on screen – talk about selling your own script!
The role may have been fictional, but its resonance with Johnston is all too real. While divorce may not be her current reality, she knows a thing or two about feeling lonely – even at the peak of fame. And who wouldn't empathise with that? She shares a personal connection with the character's journey, having experienced her own 'loneliness thing' after a fall left her more isolated than ever (sound familiar?). But here's the kicker: like the show's heroine, Johnston has refused to give in – she's fought hard for her independence, even when it seemed easier to move closer to family.
Sue Johnston is not just an actress who's been around the block a few times; she's a seasoned pro with a passion for pushing boundaries. And Diane Morgan? Well, she's someone Sue has fallen for – big time! The pair forged an unbreakable bond while working on 'Rovers', and now they're teaming up again to bring some serious laughter (and heart) to the small screen. Johnston speaks about her admiration for Morgan with genuine warmth: "I'm so proud of Diane, I just want this to work for her – it's got that special something!"
Johnston's career is a veritable treasure trove of iconic roles – and we're not done yet! With a CV boasting everything from Sheila Grant in 'Brookside' to the one-and-only Barbara Royle, she's proven time and again why she's a beloved figure on British telly. More recently, she's taken on complex characters like a zombie pensioner in Ben Wheatley's 'Generation Z', not to mention a character grappling with life's biggest questions in 'Truelove'. It's clear that Sue Johnston is all about challenging herself – and her audiences.
So what can we expect from this latest endeavour? A beautifully bittersweet blend of laughter and poignant exploration, courtesy of the incomparable Sue Johnston. Let's just say it promises to be a wild ride – but with 'Ann Droid', you know that every moment will count. UK streaming details are on their way soon, so get ready to join the party!