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Millie Gibson Joins The Forsytes After Doctor Who Exit

10/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Millie Gibson, the former Coronation Street star, has joined The Forsytes as Irene Heron.
She described the role as arriving at a "very needed time" after exiting Doctor Who.
Gibson expressed gratitude for her Corrie years, when she played Kelly Neelan for four years.
The Forsytes premieres on October 20 and presents a contemporary take on betrayal and love.

History

Historical Context

John Galsworthy's *The Forsyte Saga*, published in 1922, chronicles the lives of an upper-middle-class English family from 1879 to 1926, reflecting societal changes and the complexities of human relationships. Galsworthy, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932, adapted his work for television, with notable adaptations in 1967 and 2002, showcasing its enduring relevance in contemporary storytelling.

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Story summary

Millie Gibson, the former Coronation Street star, has joined The Forsytes as Irene Heron.
She described the role as arriving at a "very needed time" after exiting Doctor Who.
Gibson expressed gratitude for her Corrie years, when she played Kelly Neelan for four years.
The Forsytes premieres on October 20 and presents a contemporary take on betrayal and love.

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