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Thanks to Esther for my/Grati’s nomination for
Congratulations to Richard Armitage, 2015 Olivier Awards Best Supporting Actor Nominee for his portrayal of John Proctor in The Old Vic’s 2014 production of Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible”
Gratiana Lovelace Stories on Wattpad
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“A Lonesome Lord” (2023), by Gratiana Lovelace; Right click on the image to open a new tab and link to the start of my new Regency romance on my Wattpad site:
“A Castle Wedding for Christmas 2” (2022) is a fan fic sequel of mine. Click on the image below to go to it on my Wattpad site:
“Winter Rental”, a new contemporary romance by Gratiana Lovelace (2022); click on the image to go to my story in my Wattpad site:
“Seeking the Niceties of Marriage” by Gratiana Lovelace (2021); click the image to link to my story on my Wattpad site
“Encouragement” (Book 1, 2016), a Regency Love Story by Gratiana Lovelace
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“Expectations” (Book 2, 2018 – 2019; the sequel to “Encouragement”); link to my story at my Wattpad site
“A Magnificent Love”, is a an original contemporary romance of mine on my Wattpad site:
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“Love in the Great Pine Woods”, an original love story by Gratiana Lovelace for 2015-2016
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“N&S: John Thornton, Love Lessons” is my multi-generational fan fic romance completed on my Wattpad site in October 2014.
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“Fire & Ice” (Revised for Wattpad, 2015), by Gratiana Lovelace
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“Lost & Found” (Revised on Wattpad, 2014), this is one of my original contemporary romances, Gratiana Lovelace
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“Somerset: A Time to Love” by Gratiana Lovelace (2017)
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“Sir Guy’s Atonement” (Book 3) on my Wattpad site (a Wattys Awards 2015 Nominee):
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“Thorin’s Dream of Love”, a 2013 short story by Gratiana Lovelace
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“Of Magic & Mistletoe” (2020) by Gratiana Lovelace; click on the image to go to my story on my Wattpad site
“Standring’s Christmas Wish”, 2018 holiday short story; link to my story at my Wattpad site
For me, before there was Daniel, before there was Kenneth, before there was Proctor, before there was Gary, before there was Thorin, before there was Porter, before there was Lucas, before there was Sir Guy, before there was Harry, before there was John Standring, there was Richard Armitage as John Thornton in North & South (2004).
Click on this lovely gif by Reema to go to her Tempella Tumblr post with my own and other "North & South" Fan Fics linked.
Something About Love by GratianaL is now also on Tumblr
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Keep Calm Ladies, Richard Armitage is Smiling
His smiles are so joyous, I couldn't resist making this little graphic. Click on the image to download a copy.
Congratulations to Richard Armitage! 2015 Saturn Awards Best Supporting Actor winner for his role of Thorin Oakenshield in “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies”!
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“THAUJ” NYC Premiere with Richard Armitage December 6, 2012
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The Anglophile Channel’s 2013 Favorite British Artist Richard Armitage Interview, all 5 Parts: Teaser, 1, 2, 3, and Outtakes
Click on the image to go to Grati's blog post #525 with links for all of The Anglophile Channel videos of the Richard Amitage Interview.
“The Crucible” will be available for download starting March 17, 2015 per Digital Theatre
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The Crucible: IN CONVERSATION with Richard Armitage at The Old Vic on September 2, 2014
Click on the image to go to Richard Armitage Net's annotated transcript from "Richard Armitage In Conversation" about his role in The Crucible at The Old Vic in London.
Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield Orcrist Swordplay gif by Midnightxsun
With a warrior's skill, Thorin demonstrates his graceful yet deadly finesse.
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug,” December 2013
Thorin Oakenshiedl (portrayed by Richard Armitage) and his band continue their quest to reclaim their homeland. Let none dare get in their way--not even a dragon. (Click on the image to go to The Hobbit movie site for up to date news and resources.)
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” 2013 Official Trailer#1
Click on the RANet Cap (cropped) of Richard Armitage portraying Thorin Oakenshield to go to the trailer.
Richard Armitage 2012 Portraits by Robert Ascroft at RANet
Talented, charming, confident, philanthropic, handsome, gentlemanly, and kind--Richard Armitage possesses all of these qualities and more. Click on the image to download it. Then to see it and other Richard Armitage portraits, visit the RANet Promo Portraits 2012 Gallery at www.RichardArmitageNet.com
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey – Official Trailer 2 [HD]”, Warner Brothers; “Loyalty, Honor, A Willing Heart. I can ask no more than that.”
Click on the image (RANet #38) of Thorin Oakenshield (portrayed by Richard Armitage) to go to "The Hobbit" Trailer #2
“THAUJ” Tokyo Premiere where Richard Armitage displayed elegance, grace, and poise
Click on the image to go to Jas Rangoon's compilation video of RA at the Japan Premiere, December 1, 2012
“THAUJ” London Premiere with Richard Armitage looking quite the sophisticated and elegant gentleman December 12, 2012
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NYC 2012 RIchard Armitage Portraits
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Richard Armitage portraying Thorin Oakenshield cover of Empire magazine, 10/24/12
Click the image to go to the Empire Online Article about the "Incredible New Hobbit Issue of Empire: Five amazing 3D lenticular covers", 10/24/12
“THAUJ” Toronto Premiere with Richard ArmitageDec. 03, 2012
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“THAUJ” Wellington World Premiere with Richard Armitage on November 28, 2012 shared by RANet
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Richard Armitage interviewed about portraying Thorin Oakenshield in “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” in Accion, Nov2212
Photo image is courtesy of RANet. For this interview and other Hobbit film intervies, click on the image to go to the Accion magazine's December Issue Hobbit Articles.
The New Hobbit Dwarfs Group Portrait, 9/27/12 (A “Bag End” dozen?)
Courtesy of The Hobbit Facebook Albums page
The “Young Prince” Thorin Oakenshield (as Portrayed by Richard Armitage in “The Hobbit”)
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Richard Armitage from his July 2011 Recognise Magazine photo shoot
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Richard Armitage Portrait (with NZ fan Catherine) from the Isaac Theatre Royal Benefit June 23, 2012
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Category Archives: Gifs
Moves-tastic Monday! RA’s Dr. Astrov dancing hips gif via KatieC, July 11, 2022 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1466)
Random Acts of Armitage… For a multitude of reasons. #RichardArmitage 🐍 pic.twitter.com/TPSMLntl7m — KatieC ⚖️♀️🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ (@YepJustKatieC) July 10, 2022 Wow! No wonder the talented British actor Richard Armitage (image right via Mat Khal, thanks!) is in such great shape–since he … Continue reading
Esther and Daniel Farewell gif is poignantly romantic, March 07, 2022 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1452)
Love this Esther and Daniel in Berlin Station gif (2nd one) shared by CatiaB, Thanks! Sighhh! ♥️💫#DanielMiller🕵️🕵️🕵️#RichardArmitage💫♥️ pic.twitter.com/QdIpzk2QUP — Catia Battistini ❤️ (@BattistiniCatia) March 5, 2022 My reply to Catia’s gif tweet was, with a slight edit: “With every … Continue reading
Richard Armitage hugging Andi Osho in “Stay Close” gif and “A Castle for Christmas” sequel storyline suggestions by Gratiana Lovelace, January 27, 2022 (Post #1442)
Oh, to be British actress Andi Osho and hugging British actor Richard Armitage in this “Stay Close” gif shared by M Eloisa Ruiz via Andi Osho! We’re a gif 😜 https://t.co/HKE6AcXeMb — TheAndiOshow (@andiosho) January 26, 2022 Now if my … Continue reading
A smoulderingly poignant Richard Armitage as Sir Guy gif, December 07, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1430)
Love this subtle British actor Richard Armitage portraying a smoulderingly poignant Sir Guy of Gisborne gif shared by Antonella Montanari! Thanks for sharing! Sir Guy looks so sad and hurt here. Don’t you just want to “kiss him and make … Continue reading
My new November 2021 sidebar image CelebRAtes the 17th Anniversary of Richard Armitage in North & South (2004), by Gratiana Lovelace, November 07, 2021 (Post #1423)
Though my 2010 introduction to the multi-talented British actor Richard Armitage’s character portrayals (RA portrait below in 2021, courtesy of KatieC) came more than midway through his now twenty nine years and counting tv, film, stage, and audiobook, etc., … Continue reading
Guylty’s 2021 #RA50 Auctions for the LOROS charity for Richard Armitage’s 50th bday are live, August 18, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1407)
With the talented Richard Armitage turning 50 on August 22nd, 2021, what are his admiring fans to do? And thanks to KatieC for the RA image below! Celebrate by making donations to one or more of his designated charities. … Continue reading
A mesmirizing Richard Armitage images gif shared by franjustfran, August 11, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1405)
Wow! Thanks to franjustfran for sharing this talented British actor Richard Armitage images gif! Mesmirizing! And a non-caffeinated jolt to start our day! Good evening ❤❤❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/38W3UYqkHQ — franjustfran (@franca32554063) August 10, 2021 Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and peaceful … Continue reading
Richard Armitage laughing gif is joy personified, July 23, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1400)
Love this gif of a 2014ish Richard Armitage laughing—note the Chop era sleek ponytail hair. He is joy personified! Air is that light stuff that is around your head and becomes clearer when you laugh. Tonino Guerra ❤💋🌹🌹💋❤#RichardArmitage ❤💋🌹🌹💋❤ Pic … Continue reading
Richard Armitage shines in shy Sir Guy gif, July 16, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1398)
Love this gif of an uncharacteristcally shy & very young looking Sir Guy of Gisborne as portrayed by the talented British actor Richard Armitage! Sighhh! https://twitter.com/JanBlac89089506/status/1415938986074382338 Thanks for sharing the gif, Jan Black! And Richard was two years older above … Continue reading
#RichardArmitage as #DanielMiller is standing up gif for #WonderfulWednesday, June 09, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1388)
#RichardArmitage as #DanielMiller is “getting up for Wednesday” gif! Well, “standing up” in this gif shared by Sarah. Thanks! Ladies and gentlemen, getting up for Wednesday. Happy day you all. 💜☀️ pic.twitter.com/yN3l6Z5dyp — Best wishes, Sarah, M.A. ✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 (@mssarahlena) June … Continue reading
N&S Meeting again brings hope and love, April 11, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1374)
The loving hope in John Thornton’s eyes is mirrored in Margaret’s eyes as they meet again. Sighhh! Watching North and South and thinking, when are we going to see you wear a cravat again, #RichardArmitage ? Please do another costume … Continue reading
Too HObbiT to Handle Tuesday! Sighhh! January 19, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1361)
Thanks to Durinlass for sharing this lovely #smouldering #RichardArmitage as #ThorinOakenshield gif! Hmm, #MajesticMonday …….Be safe all. #Thorin #TheHobbit #Peace pic.twitter.com/jiEGLsnKQo — DurinLass (@terr6210) January 18, 2021 Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, peaceful, & happy day! Hugs & … Continue reading
Feelings Friday! John & Margaret’s pure love gif, January 08, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1359)
#RichardArmitage #DanielaDenbyAshe #NorthAndSouth #ThorntonThursday 👒🌹🎩 pic.twitter.com/M2KSykH83n — Princess of Thorin 💫 (@atrA208) January 7, 2021 The love that John Thornton and Margaret Hale share is such a pure expression of that emotion. And I love this N&S ending train … Continue reading
Sexy seat of his pants Richard Armitage chair RAcing, November 07, 2020 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1338)
Pasted below is a cute gif from the talented British actor Richard Armitage‘s The Anglophile Channel’s Best Artist of 2013 Award, 2014 TAC interview. Thanks to KatieC for the gif! Random Acts of Armitage T-GIF Edition. Now here's a … Continue reading
Richard Armitage character Lee in fun kissing game gif, August 02, 2020 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1314)
What is more fun than a Richard Armitage character enjoying a kissing game? Nothing! Ha! Thanks to Cawira for sharing the gif! Enjoy! Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, & happy day! Hugs <3 & Cheers! Grati ;-> Lee Preston … Continue reading
Working on my tax forms … with Harry, April 19, 2020 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1294)
Working on my tax forms … with Harry commiserating with me about the electronic glitches “Cobblers!” And then, Harry can always put a smile on my face with that mischievous smirk of his! Sighhh! Nota Bene: Thanks … Continue reading
Tea & Cinnamon Toast Tuesday! Richard Armitage hopping perks up our morning, April 07, 2020 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1292)
Sometimes, a little Richard Armitage hopping behind the scenes for “The Stranger” is a delightful morning perk up with my tea & cinnamon toast! Thanks to Cyn Dainty for sharing this StopinStockport gif! Hugs <3 & Cheers! Grati ;->
WCW: Brexit? Relax, don’t do it—RCA Characters Tweet about life and leaving the European Union, March 22, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1222)
You might recall that the talented British actor Richard Armitage’s [image below] characters occasionally meet up at their favorite TWEET (Thornton-Woebegone-Epicurean-Establishment-and-Tavern) pub and chat via tweeting. And though the Tweet character limit since their last Tweet gathering has jumped from … Continue reading
Thorin Thursday: Heart Stopping! February 28, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1215)
Just missing the talented British actor Richard Armitage in one of his long haired and leather clad incarnations–as King Under the Mountain, Thorin Oakenshield. http://mezzmerizedbyrichard.tumblr.com/post/183060195287/my-heart-may-have-just-stopped Sighhh! THUD! Love this Mezzmerized by Richard tumblr gif share! Wishing you a heart … Continue reading
Sexy SatuRdAy! Cobblers to Accounting and Hurricanes! September 15, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1183)
Saturday mornings I tend to reconcile my checkbook before paying some bills. So today I need a bit of Harry Kennedy’s accounting mojo to spice up this tedious (Cobblers!) task. Purrrrfect! Wishing you a lovely day! And I especially hope … Continue reading
WCW—#RichardArmitage as the wild and untamed Thorin Oakenshield, August 08, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1176)
When I think of a wild and untamed talented British actor Richard Armitage character, only a man having the guts to wear jewelry clamps on his long temple braids comes to mind–Thorin Oakenshield (image via Angelika, Thanks!) from The Hobbit … Continue reading
Richard Armitage Melts My Heart as sweet John Standring in this RAgif, July 30, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1174)
The wonderfully talented British actor #RichardArmitage as John Standring in this #RAgif (see below) from 2002 #Sparkhouse is definitely an entry for #Melt_My_Heart_Monday! Sighhh! Thanks for sharing, KatieC @naughTAY2968! Today's Armitage Drive By Theme is…Back to Back Standring. Yesterday's feature of … Continue reading
THUD Thursday! Richard Armitage’s enigmatic eyes!, July 12, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1172)
Well friends, The “eyes” have it in this gif from the 2013 Esquire video of the talented British Actor Richard Armitage getting red carpet ready! Sighhh! Thanks for sjcb for the link to Mezzmerized by Richard’s gif: And for … Continue reading
Official “Oceans 8” movie trailer drops, with the ladies oozing style and Richard Armitage smouldering, April 13, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1158)
(Ocean’s 8 Twitter) As featured in Vogue’s online edition for April 12, 2018, “Ocean’s 8” is set to be a fast and fun romp of a high octane ladies caper movie. The plot revolves around a jewel heist at the … Continue reading
Too Hottt to Handle Tuesday! Richard Armitage teasingly flirting during a Fall 2016 Berlin Station promo interview, January 30, 2018 by Gratiana Lovelace (Post#1139)
Love the talented British actor Richard Armitage’s teasingly flirty and jaunty head tilt with his come hither smile and devilish eyebrows– Sighhh! –in this Fall 2016 Berlin Station promo interview gif, as he looks to his co-star Michelle Forbes (sitting to … Continue reading
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