Shes best known for being an outstanding actress on the likes of Line Of Duty, Bodyguard and The Durrells. But behind-the-scenes, Keeley Hawes uses her work to help deal with demons of her own.
Theres a reason the 43-year-old actress is rarely off of our television screens – Keeleys jam-packed schedule helps her manage her depression.
“Keeping busy helps, being forced to carry on, because inevitably it will pass,” she revealed in a candid chat about her mental health. “I have become better equipped at looking after myself. Ive tried various things over the years.”
Talking about her crippling battle with anxiety, mum-of-three Keeley said, “Its something that never goes away. I think it is in your DNA if you suffer with it. Its a very human thing, isnt it, to worry about what you say and how you are perceived.”
And, playing Julia Montague in Bodyguard – the most-watched drama ever in the UK – certainly had people talking. But, thankfully for all the right reasons.
So what was the secret behind her chemistry with co-star Richard Madden?
“The secret is we didnt stop laughing,” she said. “You know when someone just tickles you? I felt safe with him.
“We had some very odd things to do together, which means you have to trust each other and I really did trust him.”
Despite her huge success, Keeley proved shes down-to-earth as sheRead More – Source
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