'Downton Abbey' adds first black character

By Tony Maglio LOS ANGELES (TheWrap.com) - It appears that history is catching up with "Downton Abbey." Or perhaps it's the other way around. "Downton Abbey" has officially added its first black cast member to the show. London-born Gary Carr will join the popular British period drama for its fourth season. Carr has appeared on television series "Bluestone 42" and "Death in Paradise." Carr will play Jack Ross, a charming and charismatic jazz singer. "Downton Abbey" creator Julian Fellowes had been criticized for the show's lack of diversity. ...



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