Annette Badland is one of TV's most recognisable faces. After landing a role in the BBC crime drama Bergerac in the 1980s, the Birmingham-born actress went on to star in a wide range of major shows including Doctor Who, Outlander and perhaps most notably, EastEnders. More recently, she's appeared in Ted Lasso, Big Boys, and of course, Midsomer Murders, which returned with its 23rd season earlier this year.
But what about her life away from the cameras? Keep reading for all we know about her home life…
Annette's home life
When she's not on set, Annette lives in east London.
An article published by The Telegraph in 2020 stated that Annette lived in London with her partner, actor David Hatton, best known for his roles in The Pirates of Penzance, The Knock, and This is Jinsy.
While Annette tends to keep her home life private, she revealed that she doesn't have any children whilst talking about her career in a recent interview.
When asked if she still works long hours at the age of 73, Annette told This is Money: "I don't have children so my work is probably more important to me than it should be. I enjoy the stimulation of playing different characters, the research involved and the variety. One day I'll be flying somewhere to meet fans of Outlander, the next day I'll be at the Globe Theatre. I love my work."
© Sci-Fi/Everett/ShutterstockAnnette's hobbies away from acting
While she's been consistently busy with various TV and film projects throughout her long-standing career, when Annette does have some downtime, she likes to spend it walking or getting stuck into some gardening work at home.
Sharing an insight into her Sunday routine, the actress told The Guardian last year: "We might have a walk, but if it's a good day, I'll be upside down at the back of the border having a tweak. I love clematis and roses.
"Gardening is an act of hope. I love to watch a mucky bit of soil sprout something that'll give perfume and pleasure. I don't have children, so it's part of my nurturing," she added.
© SkyThe Ted Lasso star clearly leads an active lifestyle and enjoys swimming at her health club. When asked to share her "greatest indulgence", the Bergerac star told The Telegraph: "I'm quite modest, really. I do love fizz though; prosecco, cava – but champagne's my favourite. I also love swimming and go to a nice health club. I love a wonderful spa – it seems an enormous luxury."
Away from her acting work, Annette is an ambassador for Target Ovarian Cancer charity, which supports those affected by the disease.
