The cast of The Vicar of Dibley made the show what it is: a cornerstone of British culture. It catapulted the likes of Dawn French to superstardom as we followed vicar Geraldine’s quest to win over the tight-knit community of Dibley.
There was mayhem, mishaps and a whole lot of heart — and, this weekend (October 18), more than 30 years after its debut, fans are getting the chance to rewatch Channel 5’s 2022 documentary of the series, Comedy Classics: The Vicar Of Dibley.
But where exactly are the Vicar of Dibley cast now? Let’s catch up.
Dawn starred as Geraldine Grainger (Credit: Splash News)
Vicar of Dibley cast now – Dawn French
As Geraldine Grainger, Dawn French was at the centre of the much-loved comedy. It cemented her already star status and positioned her as one of the brightest comedic stars in the country.
While Geraldine was notoriously unlucky in love, Dawn is faring a little better in that department. She split with TV legend Sir Lenny Henry after 25 years of marriage, but despite this, has found love again with current husband Mark Bignell, who she married in 2013.
Since the Vicar of Dibley, the French and Saunders star has remained booked and busy. After weight-loss surgery, Dawn lost 7.5 stone, but soon put the weight back on, with the 67-year-old comic remarking that she “didn’t give a [bleep]”.
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