Silent Witness: Kit Brooks Shatters Stereotypes, Pioneers Authentic Disability Representation

In Season 28, we meet Kit Brooks, portrayed by Francesca Mills, who joins the Lyell team as their new crime analyst. Mills, in real life, has achondroplasia, a common type of dwarfism. The show hasn’t resorted to stereotypical or insensitive portrayals of her or her condition. Instead, Kit is defined by her sharp wit, immense intellect, unwavering dedication to her work, and expressive facial expressions, making her a memorable character for all the right reasons.