Doctor Who Actress Tanya Fear Reported Missing In Los Angeles

UPDATE 2:15 P.M. PST: Great news! Tanya Fear has been found safe!

Not only is she apparently unharmed, according to the LAPD’s Missing Persons Unit who confirmed the report to NBC News, there was no foul play involved in her disappearance, and so the case has been close. Her family in the UK was also notified immediately, so we’re sure they’re breathing a sigh of relief right now.

Her manager Alex Cole said in a statement:

“It is with great pleasure and relief to report, that Tanya has been found safe, by police today. We understand she is not physically harmed, but as a precaution, is being assessed at a local hospital.

“We wish to thank the police, members of the public for their efforts in locating Tanya, as well as the outpouring of concern and support over the last several days. Tanya’s family are relieved and extremely grateful.”

It’s still unclear why she disappeared in the first place. Did she just take some time to herself without telling anyone? If she just went off the grid, why is she being assessed at the hospital?

While there are still some unanswered questions, the most important mystery has been solved with her safe return. These cases so often don’t turn out this well, so we’re pleased to report something nice for a change!

Tanya Fear, an actress best known for her role as D.r Jade McIntyre on Doctor Who, has been reported missing in the Los Angeles area.

The British-born performer, whose other credits include Kick-Ass 2, DCI Banks, and Midsomer Murders, had recently relocated to California to pursue stand up comedy and writing her own material. She was reported missing by her family on Thursday, September 9. Her manager Alex Cole confirmed the story to NBC News, saying he had spoken to his client a little over a week before and that it was a “shock” to find out that she had disappeared.

The 31-year-old’s family has taken to social media to raise awareness and coordinate their search. According to the #FindTanyaFear Twitter page, Tanya left her apartment on Thursday without her phone or her purse. Per a press release posted to the page, the family is urging the Los Angeles Police Department to investigate, and are applying for visas to travel to the U.S. and conduct their own search.

Tanya’s mother, Yvonne Marimo, said in a statement:

“I am devastated about this situation, and appeal to anyone with information to please come forward and bring our daughter home safely.”

PRESS RELEASE pic.twitter.com/HUExPAFH39

— #FindTanyaFear (@FindTanyaFear) September 13, 2021

The account reported a sighting of the actress on Sunday at a Trader Joe’s on Santa Monica Boulevard, but as of Monday, Tanya still had not made contact with her family. They’ve released posters with her description (below) as well as a phone number to contact and a reference number for the missing persons case with the LAPD. Actress Aurora Perrineau also shared a recent picture of Tanya to aid in the search.

Hi Everyone, we now have updated posters that give a bit more info and show the type of hairstyle Tanya currently has. Please can we get these new posters circulating. Thanks in advance. #FindTanyaFear pic.twitter.com/dq2ZJTBIg5

— #FindTanyaFear (@FindTanyaFear) September 13, 2021