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Liverpool Echo
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Christopher Megrath

Dame Julie Walters drops Channel 4 filming commitments due to health concerns

Dame Julie Walters has pulled out of an upcoming Channel 4 drama due to health concerns.

She's been replaced by Lindsay Duncan who will be stepping in to fill the role of Phil on Truelove. A spokesperson for Clerkenwell Films said: "Last year, filming on Truelove was paused while Julie Walters sought medical advice and attention for severe back pain.

"Subsequently, Julie has decided to step back from the project to focus on her recovery and recuperation, and so will not be returning to the role of Phil.

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