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Historians note only three non-white characters appear in 52 episodes (a visiting Turkish diplomat, a jazz singer, and a chauffeur). Fellowes’ defense: “I’m depicting a specific, insular world — not all of Britain.” downton abbey series exclusive

Because the vintage costumes were so fragile, they couldn't be washed. They were often steamed or cleaned with vodka to remove odors. : All six TV seasons and all three

The gay under-butler was initially written as a one-note schemer. James-Collier researched 1920s UK homosexuality laws (illegal until 1967) and played Thomas as desperately lonely. His Season 6 suicide attempt scene was filmed with a real overdose of prop pills; James-Collier hyperventilated off-camera to achieve the hollow-eyed look. They were often steamed or cleaned with vodka