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Who is Andrew Scarborough? Downton Abbey and Emmerdale star who plays Graham Foster

ANDREW Scarborough is best known for his role as Graham Foster in Emmerdale.

Here's everything you need to know about the actor who was also in Downton Abbey...

Andrew Scarborough, left with Ned Porteous, right in Emmerdale
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Andrew Scarborough, left, with Ned Porteous, right, in Emmerdale

Who is Andrew Scarborough?

Andrew Scarborough, 45,  is a British actor from Harrogate, Yorkshire.

He trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art and made his acting debut on stage at Harrogate Theatre in the play The Government Inspector.

His sister Victoria Scarborough, 51,  is also an actress and has appeared in the films The Grand (1997) and Charlotte Gray (2001).

Andrew made his TV debut in hospital soap Casualty in 1993 and played various roles in the series over the course of seven years.

Andrew Scarborough as Graham Foster in Emmerdale with Megan Macey played by Gaynor Faye
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Andrew Scarborough as Graham Foster in Emmerdale with Megan Macey played by Gaynor FayeCredit: ITV

Who does Andrew Scarborough play in Emmerdale?

Andrew has played Graham Foster in Emmerdale since 2017.

The character is Joe Tate's close ally, played by Ned Porteous, and the pair are nominated in the British Soap Awards 2018 for Best On-Screen Partnership.

He is a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde character and viewers were shocked by the revelation that he killed his wife through drink-driving. 

Initially, he had been helping Joe in his quest for revenge against the Dingles but Graham has grown tired of Joe's scheming.

What else has Andrew Scarborough starred in

Andrew has most notably starred as Tim Drewe, the tenant farmer in Downton Abbey from 2013-2015.

He has also been in The Bible, Hidden, Jamaica Inn and Bad Girls.

In 2000 he appeared in Coronation Street for 13 episodes as Harvey Reuben.

in 2013 he played Sergeant Peters in the BBC military drama Our Girl.

Emmerdale's Graham Foster threatens Joseph Tate
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