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The Guardian - UK
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Kevin Rawlinson

Peaky Blinders actor Paul Anderson fined for possession of drugs

Paul Anderson being interviewed in 2019.
Paul Anderson pictured in 2019. The actor pleaded guilty to all four charges and was fined £1,345. Photograph: Andrew Fox/The Guardian

The Peaky Blinders actor Paul Anderson has been fined for possession of drugs, including crack cocaine, after being found with that and other substances on Boxing Day.

Anderson, who plays Arthur Shelby in the programme – the hell-raising brother who resorts to drug use – was reportedly said by his lawyer to sometimes slip into character to please fans who recognise him.

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