Joanne Froggatt

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Joanne Froggatt of Downton Abbey: Five Things to Know About Anna Bates

Originally posted 06/26/2012 04:05PM

On Downton Abbey, Anna Bates is the housemaid who keeps the Crawley family's secrets safe.

In real life, the actress who plays her, Joanne Froggatt, couldn't have been more forthcoming with PEOPLE about behind-the-scenes parties, the twists and turns of the upcoming season, and what it was like growing up on the moors – and her own big personal news.

So with Emmy voters this week casting their final ballots, here are five things to learn about Joanne Froggatt ...