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You seem to suggest I should take the discarded leavings of Lady Mary Crawley, dust off the fluff, and put them on my own plate!
—Mabel Lane Fox to Charles Blake[src]

Mabel Foyle, Viscountess Gillingham (née Lane Fox) is the only daughter of the late Lord Osweston, and the wife of Anthony Foyle, Viscount Gillingham.

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In Downton Abbey, Mabel Foyle, also referred to as Mabel Lane Fox, is the child of Lord and Lady Osweston. Her spouse is Anthony Foyle, Viscount Gillingham.
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In the series Downton Abbey, Mabel Foyle, previously known as Mabel Lane Fox, is married to Anthony Foyle, Viscount Gillingham. She is the sole daughter of the late Lord Osweston. The character is brought to life by Catherine Steadman.
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Mabel Foyle, a character in Downton Abbey, uses the title 'Honourable' because she is the daughter of a Duke, Marquess, or Earl. If her husband was of nobility, she would be referred to as 'Lady', but the lack of such a title suggests her husband was not a nobleman.
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Mabel Foyle's maiden name, 'Lane Fox', denotes her heritage as the sole daughter of Lord Osweston. She is wedded to Anthony Foyle, Viscount Gillingham, and is recognized for her steadfast loyalty to her spouse. 'Lane Fox' is frequently referenced in her dealings with Downton Abbey's other characters.
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Biography[]

1922[]

Lady Mary Crawley refers to Miss Lane Fox as "the greatest heiress of the season." Lord Gillingham became engaged to her after recently-widowed Mary turned down his proposal. Mary's family was surprised when the engagement was announced, as they were certain Gillingham was keen on her. Mary however was not ready to move on from the death of her husband Matthew.

When Gillingham visited Downton Abbey again, various members of the Crawley family pondered over his appearance, wondering what Miss Lane Fox's opinion was. What they did not know was that Gillingham, still eager to pursue Mary and not in love with Mabel, had called off the engagement.

1924[]

Mabel is introduced to Mary by Charles Blake during a dress show in London, and acts very hostile towards Mary. After some time Lady Mary refuses Lord Gillingham. She and Lord Gillingham attend Lady Rose's wedding, also they say they are engaged and to be married in December in London. Lady Mary and Tom are invited to the wedding.

Notes[]

  • Because Mabel uses the title Honourable and not Lady, just like Madeleine Allsopp her late father must have also been a baron or a viscount.

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Episode 7 Episode 8
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Christmas Special
   
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Christmas Special
   
Series 6 Episode 1
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Episode 2 Episode 3 Episode 4 Episode 5 Episode 6 Episode 7 Episode 8 Christmas Special

External Links[]

  1. It's Downton confidential! Fresh scandals, new secrets, it's our very sneaky peek at Series 5 at The Daily Mail
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