Martin Clunes Recalls Initial Sympathy for Huw Edwards in Scandal Drama
Actor Martin Clunes has opened up about his evolving perspective on Huw Edwards, whom he portrays in the upcoming Channel 5 drama, Power: The Downfall Of Huw Edwards. Clunes initially felt sympathy for Edwards when allegations first surfaced, believing the former BBC newsreader was being unfairly targeted by newspapers.
From Sympathy to Shock as Truth Emerges
Clunes' view shifted dramatically when the full details of the allegations became public. Edwards was charged in June 2024 and pleaded guilty in July 2024 to making indecent images of children, a revelation that Clunes described as deeply shocking and altering his initial perception of the case.
Drama Details and Broadcast Information
The drama, directed by Bafta and Emmy-winning Michael Samuels, is set to air on Channel 5 on Tuesday, March 24, at 9pm. It explores the scandal that led to Edwards' downfall, with Clunes' performance aiming to capture the complexities of the situation.
In interviews, Clunes has emphasized how the role required him to navigate from an initial stance of empathy to one of stark realization, reflecting the public's own journey as more facts emerged about the case.
