Funny Woman season two FIRST LOOK: Gemma Arterton reprises her role as beauty queen Barbara Parker for new helping of swinging sixties based comedy-drama Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By Madison Burgess For Mailonline Published: 20:08 BST, 6 August 2024 | Updated: 20:16 BST, 6 August 2024 e-mail View comments Sky revealed first-look pictures for the second season of Gemma Arterton 's award-winning comedy–drama series Funny Woman on Tuesday. The 38-year-old British actress has transported back to the swinging sixties once again to reprise her role as Blackpool beauty queen Barbara Parker - and the nation's favourite comedian 'Sophie Straw'.
She looks worlds away from her usual brunette self as she transforms into the blonde 1960s beauty in the sneak peak snaps. In one preview, the character appears to be backstage at one of her shows, looking glamorous in a flowery top and green trousers as she prepares to wow the crowds. Another shows Gemma's character getting close to Arsher Ali's Dennis Mahindra, who the comedian has a fledgling romance with.
Sky revealed first-look pictures for the second season of Gemma Arterton 's award-winning comedy–drama series, Funny Woman on Tuesday The 38-year-old British actress has transported back to the swinging sixties once again to reprise her role as Blackpool beauty queen Barbara Parker - and the nation's favourite comedian 'Sophie Straw' One preview shows Gemma's character getting close to Arsher Ali's Dennis Mahindra,.