Hit family film Paddington could have had an Academy Award winner as the iconic bear's voice. But the person initially cast ...

Paddington Bear, for those who don’t know ... various heartfelt captions and even being turned into commemorative tattoos. Since then, Paddington has become a figurehead of national mourning.

Emma Bending supports the council's bid to bring a Paddington Bear statue to Northamptonshire. The boss of Canal+ says the bear will stay "close to his roots" as the firm begins trading in London.