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This month, BBC viewers saw Ashley Jensen reprise her role as DI Ruth Calder in the long-running crime drama Shetland. ‌

Recently, the actress has praised the new series for its harrowing storyline, along with the many new faces that have joined. However, before solving crimes with her co-star Alison O'Donnell, Ashley has featured in many other well-known shows. ‌

Over the years, people have seen her star in the likes of Extras, Ugly Betty, and Agatha Raisin. Initially, her role in Ugly Betty was meant to be American, although once producers heard Ashley's accent, they changed Christina McKinney to be Scottish. ‌

As Ashley returns to screens to help solve another sinister case, we're taking a delve into her life, from joining Shetland, facing tragic loss and her pr

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