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Hannah Waddingham Says Single Motherhood Is Her Greatest Feat as She Promotes Female-Focused Ted Lasso Season

She credits Rebecca in Ted Lasso for a career reset that brought financial security.

Overview

  • The Women's Health UK cover story, excerpted Monday by several outlets, shows Waddingham asking fans to "lean in" to the August return that centers on a women's team.
  • She says raising her daughter as a single parent is her greatest achievement because she is the sole provider.
  • Waddingham explains that being cast as Rebecca changed how people saw her and gave her the means to stand on her own with her child.
  • Apple's comedy shifts focus in season four to AFC Richmond's women's side, with Jason Sudeikis and the core ensemble reported to return in August.
  • The pivot arrives after a break since 2023 and could boost visibility for women’s football on screen.