Why matthew crawley had to die

Excuse me while I sob, again, for the 50th time. Fans flooded social media with complaints about his on-screen death, splitting the blame between Dan and the showrunners. Dan gave a lengthy interview to the Telegraph ahead of his exit, and it basically sums up to him wanting to explore other projects. From a personal point of view, I wanted a chance to do other things.

And I think a moment like this is quite unique and presents those opportunities more than ever before. He and his wife, Susie, were also expecting their second child together they now have three: Willow, 9, Aubrey, 7, and Eden, 3.

So he had plenty going on in his personal life, as well. Country Life. Design Ideas. Home Maintenance. Country Living Shop. Shopping Guides. United States. Type keyword s to search. Dan Stevens' exit and Matthew suddenly being killed off from the series - during the Downton Abbey season 3 Christmas Special, no less - ignited a firestorm of angry fans in the UK because Downtown Abbey aired months later on PBS Masterpiece in the US, many American fans had already learned the disappointing news.

However, Stevens left Downton Abbey by his own choice. I wanted a chance to do other things. However, Stevens' decision to quit Downton Abbey created a problem for series creator Julian Fellowes - and not just because Matthew was the show's male romantic lead. As Fellowes told Vanity Fair , " Dan only decided to leave when we were about to start filming [Downton Abbey season 3], had already written five episodes and cast them. Fellowes also mused that he could have even killed off Matthew and Lady Sybil Jessica Brown-Findlay in the same episode and the same car crash since she had also announced she was exiting Downton Abbey in season 3.

Dan Stevens did indeed find the new opportunities he sought after leaving Downton Abbey. Ah Downton you are so mean!

We will have to mourn Matthew on our own, in our own ways. Rest in peace, Mr. GPB is committed to bringing you comprehensive news coverage from Georgia, across the country and around the world. Your support makes this possible. Please consider making a gift today to support this vital public service. Downton Abbey book author Jessica Fellowes and I have something in common.

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