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Martin Clunes to take on role of Huw Edwards in new drama

January 7, 2026

Martin Clunes is set to portray former BBC presenter Huw Edwards in a new two-part drama titled 'Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards'. The series will delve into Edwards' rise to fame as a prominent news anchor and the scandal that resulted in his suspended jail sentence for paying a teenager for sexual images.

Actor Martin Clunes depicted as former BBC presenter Huw Edwards. Clunes is photographed in character wearing a black suit and silver watch. The actor is sat in a newsroom studio with pieces of paper in front of him and a newsroom with journalists working behind him

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Martin Clunes will play Huw Edwards in 'Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards'.
The drama will focus on Edwards' career and the scandal leading to his suspended jail sentence.
Edwards was a well-known BBC news anchor, famous for delivering significant news events.
The series will explore themes of grooming and Edwards' double life.
It is produced by Paramount and Channel 5.

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Martin Clunes to take on role of Huw Edwards in new drama

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