Keeley Hawes reveals HUGE teddy bear-like dog she and husband Matthew MacFadyen have adopted from Battersea

Keeley Hawes revealed the huge teddy bear-like dog that she and her husband Matthew MacFadyen adopted from Battersea. 

The actress, 47, shared the happy news to Instagram alongside a sweet photo of herself and their latest addition to the family. 

Keeley could be seen as she cradled her dog, Buster, while another gigantic fluffy animal took centre stage in the comedic snap.

She captioned the photo: ‘Thank you Battersea for the newest member of our family. We couldn’t love her more. Buster is recovering.’

The Vicar of Dibley star has been vocal about her support for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in the past, often sharing an insight into her visits to the rescue centre online. 

Keeley Hawes, 47, revealed the huge teddy bear-like dog that she and her husband Matthew MacFadyen adopted from Battersea

The actress shared the happy news to Instagram alongside a sweet photo of herself and their latest addition to the family (pictured with Matthew at The Animal Ball in June)

It comes as Keeley completely changed up her look as she stepped back in time for her new role. 

The actress is starring in the BBC’s star-studded production of Gill Hornby’s best-selling and much loved novel Miss Austen. 

The adaptation, from BAFTA-winning writer Andrea Gibb, sees Keeley star as Cassandra Austen who discovers a stash of Jane Austen’s private letters after her death. 

Transforming herself for the role, Keeley has ditched her golden choppy bob and dyed her hair a dark brunette for her new character. 

In newly-released pictures, the star’s locks were styled in a wavy chignon as she kept her makeup to a minimum and in keeping with the 1830 setting.  

Donning an old fashioned navy long-sleeved dress the star hid her incredible physique within the heavy material for the upcoming drama. 

Keeley will star alongside Patsy Ferran, Jessica Hynes and Mirren Mack in the four-part drama. 

Directed by BAFTA-winning filmmaker Aisling Walsh, filming for the literary mystery began in the UK last month with an expected release date scheduled for late 2024. 

It comes as Keeley completely changed up her look as she stepped back in time for her new role in BBC show Miss Austen

Keely ditched her golden wavy choppy bob and glam makeup for the new literary mystery set in the 1830s (pictured 2022)

The plot follows Cassandra Austen notoriously burning her famous sister Jane’s letters and reimagines it as a fascinating, witty and heart-breaking story of sisterly love, while creating in Cassandra a character as captivating as any Austen heroine.

The drama begins in 1830, a while after Jane has died. Cassandra races to see her young friend Isabella (Rose Leslie) who is about to lose her home following her father’s death. 

Cassandra is ostensibly there to help her friend, but her real motive is to find a stash of private letters which, in the wrong hands, could destroy Jane’s reputation. 

On discovering them, Cassandra is overwhelmed as she is transported back to her youth. In flashback, we meet Young Cassy and Jane (Patsy Ferran) as they navigate the infatuations, family feuds and dashed hopes which shaped their lives and laid the foundations for Jane’s unforgettable stories. 

Cassandra’s re-evaluation of her past eventually leads her to realise how blind she has been to the real cause of Isabella’s heartache and distress. 

Finding a way to guide Isabella towards true happiness, Cassandra is finally able to understand and celebrate the sacrifices she chose to make for her brilliant sister, Jane.

Speaking about the show Sue Deeks, Head of BBC Programme Acquisition, said: ‘Miss Austen is the perfect blend of intriguing mystery, vivid and engaging characters and beguiling period charm – BBC viewers certainly have a treat in store.’

While the executive producer Christine Langan added: ‘To have this hugely entertaining female-driven story told by such a stellar cast, led by Keeley Hawes, as Bonnie Productions’ first drama is genuinely a dream come true. 

The adaptation, from BAFTA-winning writer Andrea Gibb sees Keely star as Cassandra Austen  (Rose Leslie, Keeley, Mirren Mack and Jessica Hynes L-R)

‘Gill Hornby has found an ingenious way into the Austen world, creating female characters modern audiences can empathise with and delight in. 

‘I’m so honoured to be bringing this wonderful novel to the screen in collaboration with the deeply talented trio of writer, Andrea Gibb, director, Aisling Walsh and producer, Stella Merz.’

Masterpiece executive producer Susanne Simpson said: ‘Miss Austen is a beautifully told story about the loves and losses of the Austen sisters. 

‘I’m thrilled that this heartfelt, romantic, and funny adaptation is in the hands of a remarkable ensemble cast led by the incredible Keeley Hawes.’ 

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