Shocking Goodbye: Elizabeth McGovern Talks Leaving Downton Abbey and Taking on Ava Gardner’s Unforgettable Role 😱🎬

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Shocking Goodbye: Elizabeth McGovern Talks Leaving Downton Abbey and Taking on Ava Gardner’s Unforgettable Role 😱🎬

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When Elizabeth McGovern first stepped into the role of Lady Cora Crawley in Downton Abbey in 2010, no one could have predicted just how iconic her portrayal would become. The poised, American-born heiress who navigated the intricacies of British aristocracy quickly captured the hearts of millions of fans across the globe.

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But as the curtains fall on Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, McGovern is proving once again that her acting range extends far beyond the comforts of Grantham’s grand estate. In a truly unexpected turn, she’s now portraying the bold, unapologetic Hollywood icon Ava Gardner on stage, a role that reveals an entirely different side of her talent.

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