TV sleuth Agatha Raisin saved by Acorn

It was the British TV series Extras that brought Ashley Jensen to wider attention, although prior to landing the part of Maggie she’d had a busy career on stage and TV – including a stint in Ugly Betty. But it was her portrayal of the artless Maggie along with Ricky Gervais playing Andy that opened more doors for her, she told Lynne Freeman.