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Madame Blanc Mysteries guest Lisa Faulkner: Why turning 40 was a ‘real dread’ for the actress

Actress-turned-TV-Chef Lisa Faulkner takes a terrifying fall in Madame Blanc Mysteries

Lisa Faulkner survives being thrown from a cliff tonight in the latest Madame Blanc Mysteries, but her real life is even more exciting than that.

The actress, who has successfully transitioned to TV chef and cooking expert, has led a fascinating life with a varied portfolio of work and romances. Even the way her current TV chef partner John Torode suggested they begin dating is somewhat unconventional!

Here’s everything we know about Lisa Faulkner, her career, and her relationship with her TV chef husband.

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Madame Blanc Mysteries star Lisa Faulkner with John Torode in John and Lisa's Food Trip Down Under
Lisa Faulkner and John Torode in John and Lisa’s Food Trip Down Under (Credit: ITV)

Who is Lisa Faulkner?

Lisa Faulkner is an English actress and chef. Her first acting gig came in 1992, while her food career came from a hugely successful stint on Celebrity MasterChef in 2010.

She was born in London, but grew up in Surrey. She attended Tiffin Girls’ School.

When she was 16 years old, her mother died from throat cancer. Lisa credits her love of food to her mother.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, Lisa said: “My mum was a whirlwind, a proper force. She was a brilliant cook and was always filling the house with people and music and food.”

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Madame Blanc Mysteries star Lisa Faulkner with Jane March in 1992's The Lover

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Lisa Faulkner and John Torode at the ITV Summer Party 2023 at The Mandrake

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Lisa Faulkner and John Torode at the ITV Palooza held at the Royal Festival Hall

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Susan Brett
TV Writer