Strictly Murder

Julie Wassmer was born in the East End of London, studied at Kingston University and had a variety of different jobs before she finally settled down to become a professional television drama writer. She has worked on various series including ITV's London's Burning, C5's Family Affairs and BBC's Eastenders, which she worked on for 20 years. In 2010, her autobiography More Than Just Coincidence was published and became a Sunday Times bestseller.

Jennifer Kirby is a British stage and television actress who trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA). She is best known on television for her role as Valerie Dyer in Call the Midwife. Jennifer’s theatre performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company and her recognisable appearance as Elizabeth Bennet at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre have earned her multiple awards nominations.