Real-life tragedies of Paddington cast - cancer battle, family feud and bitter divorce
ok.co.ukThe adorable story of Paddington Bear has managed to capture the hearts of both the nation and even our late Queen. But the high-profile cast behind the successful film series has dealt with their share of sorrow.
Paddington, our most loved marmalade-obsessed bear, has been a beloved figure for many years, and recently charmed audiences in the cinema with his own movie series, featuring an all-star cast.
He even landed a special scene with Queen Elizabeth II during the 2012 Olympics. From its beginnings in 1958 as a children's book by Michael Bond, Paddington is now set to star in a musical, with McFly's Tom Fletcher crafting the tunes.
As we once again enjoy the 2014 comedy this festive season, let's look into the heartbreaking stories behind the glamorous cast - from Julie Walters' battle with cancer to Hugh Bonneville's tough divorce.
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