"An outspoken supporter of cutwilture in Scotland, and in particular the value of theatre in public life, Kenny Ireland was a strong proponent of a National Theatre for Scotland and a genuine, passionate champion of the arts. He also starred in Last of The Summer Wine, Heartbeat and All Creatures Great and Small. "I had to stop myself doing what I'd instinctively do knock their blocks off because I was working. Kenny Ireland RIP. Tragic: The Scot landed his part on the show after his agent wife Meg put him forward. Official Sites L-R: Josh Bolt, Julie Graham, Steve Edge, Bobby and Honour Kneafsey, Bobby as Albert Dingle in Emmerdale in 1996, Bobby recently played Eddie Dawson in Benidorm, The star also had roles in Heartbeat and Emmerdale, Benidorm writer Derrren Litten paid tribute to Bobby, Bobby on Heartbeat with Bill Maynard who played Greengrass. He was also part of Victoria Wood's fictional rep company in the BBC series Victoria Wood As Seen On TV. She then starred in the BBC drama Survivors as Abby Grant. Bobby also had roles in Heartbeat and Last of the Summer Wine. He said: "Everything is becoming more and more expensive and that includes the cost of putting on a show the size of ours," he said. She played Bianca in the National's 1965 film version of Othello, with Laurence Olivier in the title role. during her punishment. "If you put a much older woman in Doctor Who, they can identify with it," she told Digital Spy ahead of the 50th anniversary celebrations for the show, where she tweeted images of herself with former co-stars. In 2011, Graham starred in the one-off BBC Christmas show Lapland, a role which she returned to for a series titled Being Eileen airing from February 2013.[5][6]. The actor is best known for his role as swinger Donald Stewart in Benidorm, alongside his onscreen wife,Janine Duvitski (left). In a four-part series Johnny sets out to open his very own glamping site. The actress played Tonya Dyke on the ITV series. ", More than 20,000 Russians dead in Bakhmut, US says, France May Day protests leave dozens of police injured, 'Fighter jets are roaring over my home in Sudan', 'My wife and six children joined Kenya starvation cult', On board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry. Actress Siobhan Finneran played was the long suffering mum of The Garvey family. The Sheffield-born actor, who also played Albert Dingle in Emmerdale, passed away suddenly this morning while on holiday in the South of France. She said: "She was a right madam. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The actor was written out of the latest series of Benidorm in June so he could concentrate on his cancer treatment. The veteran [1], Graham has appeared in the Channel 4 Blood Red Roses (1986, filmed in East Kilbride). It's official! Several of his Benidorm castmates appeared on ITV's Lorraine today to promote the upcoming series of the show and pay tribute to Bobby. saved me from death in Benidorm | [4] She also appeared as Maggie Reid in the fifth series of the popular ITV drama Doc Martin aired in the autumn of 2011. CNN Markie Post, the actress known for her roles in Night Court and The Fall Guy, has died. Recently hes starred in Amazon series Good Omens as well as Skys Brassic. She also appeared as Rosie in the Leave It All Behind series of British television commercials for the Peugeot 106 car, alongside Annie Dunkley and Michael McKell in the mid-1990s. It was wonderful to play. Janine has stepped away from the limelight in recent years but starred in acclaimed Little Joe in 2019. On 3 March 2006, she gave birth to a second daughter at home named Cyd Betty. Dark days indeed. Alongside actress Janine Duvitski, the pair played a sex-mad couple who frequent theSolana hotel in the Spanish resort every year. But I really wanted to take off my five-inch wedges and whack them.". TV chef Rustie Lee worked alongside Kenny Ireland when she had a cameo role in Benidorm. A spokesperson for ITV added: 'We are terribly saddened to hear that Kenny Ireland has passed away, our thoughts are with his family at this time. I think it was a pleasure for us all to know him and hear his stories and hell always be with us.". a 1-month free trial, only on Apple News+. "Kenny was Artistic Director of the Royal Lyceum Theatre Company for over 10 years, from 1992-2003, although his connection with the company goes further back than that, the theatre said in a statement. Better late than never! Actress Su Pollard played the role to perfection, and in December 2010 made a guest appearance in hit ITV comedy Benidorm. Is climate change killing Australian wine? Note: The following article contains discussion of sexual misconduct allegations that some readers may find upsetting. Benidorm star Kenny Ireland dies aged 68 following battle with cancer. Oliver Stokes played Michael Garvey in the ITV comedy. In 2020, Graham portrayed Ravio in the Doctor Who episodes "Ascension of the Cybermen" and "The Timeless Children". In 2006 she appeared in episode 2 of Sharman as Kylie/Patricia. It is not clear why the vehicle went off the road before falling off the cliff, in an area of difficult access, the outlet reported. If you're looking for a particular Benidorm actor or actress, then type their name into the "search" bar to find them directly. Abigail Lucy Cruttenden (born 23 March 1968) is an English actress. Cruttenden played opposite Sean Bean as his character Richard Sharpe's onscreen wife Jane in several episodes of the TV series more The actress, who's picked up an Emmy nomination for Apple TV's Ted Lasso, played Septa Unella in seasons five and six of HBO's Game of Thrones, most notably forcing Cersei (Lena Headey) to admit her crimes after her arrest by the High Sparrow and then following her while ringing a bell and shouting "Shame!" Kate O'Mara is no longer with us. When I got one I was like, 'Oh my god, I haven't seen one of those in 15 years'. [7] On 5 February 2004 she gave birth to a daughter, Edie May, six weeks prematurely. Steve appeared in six series of Benidorm as Mick Garvey and the work shy dad frequently clashed with his sharp-tongued mother-in-law Madge - played by Sheila Reid. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Where original Benidorm cast are now - The Sun 'He was a much loved actor, not only by the cast and crew on Benidorm but by the millions of fans out there. Benidorm - Cast, Ages, Trivia | Famous Birthdays Ireland also appeared in the Acorn Antiques segment of 1980s comedy programme Victoria Wood As Seen on TV. WebBenidorm (20072018) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Series Writing Credits Series Cast Series Produced by Series Music He appeared as Donald Stewart in Benidorm from the first episode and helped play a huge part in its success. Veteran: Kenny admitted in 2008 how fans often mistook him for his racy character, pictured here with co-starsJanine Duvitski,Tony Maudsley, and Hugh Sachs. Tony Maudsley, who plays hairdresser Kenneth, also had some kind words for Bobby. But before all that, she was an original member of the Royal National Theatre in 1963. Christopher O'Dowd (born 9 October 1979) is an Irish actor and comedian, best known for his television roles such as Miles Daly in the Epix comedy series Get Shorty and Roy Trenneman in the Channel 4 more Eileen Atkins Upstairs, Downstairs, Doc Martin Dame Eileen June Atkins, (born 16 June 1934) is an English actress and occasional Benidorm The 68-year-old Corrie fans will now recognise Tony as kind undertaker George Shuttleworth, who has recently won the heart of Eileen Grimshaw. RUTH Madoc died at the age of 79 on December 9, 2022 after surgery on injuries sustained during a fall. Kenny Ireland, the actor who played ageing swinger Donald Stewart in ITV comedy series Benidorm, has died aged 68. Johnny left the series in 2010 after a reported falling out with the show creator - which they both deny. 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Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! Yvonne died in 2009 at the age of 78. Currently Jake is offering personalised videos to fans through online website Memmo in exchange for cash. Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond led online tributes to the star. RIP Lovely man". Johnny can most recently be seen in Carry On Glamping. email digishowbiz@the-sun.co.uk or call us direct on 02077824220. Jake Canuso said: "Sad to hear of the sudden passing of Bobby Knutt. Actor Kenny Ireland - best known for his role in TV comedy Benidorm - has died, aged 68, following a battle with cancer. He has also starred in films including Sleepy Hollow where he played Van Ripper and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, playing Grawp, Hagrid's giant brother. The look of love! Born on the 5th November. She said there were times where she was walking on set in full Tonya costume which involved not much more than heels and a bikini and she said she was "groped three times in one week. 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Other shows he's appeared in include Doctor Who, Blackpool, Shameless, Whitechapel, Happy Valley and Mapp and Lucia. In 2016, Graham began portraying Sheron Dawson in ITV sitcom Benidorm. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, The star with his Benidorm family. Johnny Vegas, 50, has amassed quite a fortune during his career thanks to Benidorm and BBC's Home From Home. Benidorm actor Kenny Ireland dies from cancer aged 68 Company Credits Former Dynasty star Kate O'Mara has died at the age of 74, her agent said. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. BENIDORM fans were delighted this week after star Hannah Hobley welcomed her first child. 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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Benidorm is set to return after being cancelled four years ago, Hannah Hobley was all smiles with her baby girl, Johnny went from Vegas to glamping with his new business venture, Jake tried out for Dancing on Ice in 2020 but didn't make the cut, Siobhan Finneran returned to our screens in Happy Valley, Steve Pemberton won a Bafta for his show Inside No. Actress Stephanie Dooley Day wrote: "So sad to hear the lovely Bobby Knutt has passed away. 9, Actress Janine Duvitski stepped away from fame to spend more time with family, Tony went from colourful Kenneth to undertaker George in Corrie, Sheila Reid has starred in series Humans and BBC medical drama Doctors, Oliver now works building luxury holiday homes and went to Benicon recently, Asa Elliott worked as a delivery driver during the pandemic, Tim recently had to cancel a charity fundraiser because of the cost of living crisis, Sherrie says some men wish she was like her b***h character Joyce. Tim hit headlines when he fell out with his ex Denise Welch over comments she made about their sex life on Loose Women. RIP Kenny.". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Fellow Benidorm actor Tony Maudsley also expressed his sadness that Ireland had passed away. [2], Her film credits include The Fruit Machine (1988), Silent Scream (1990), Nuns on the Run (1990), The Big Man (1990), The Near Room (1995), Preaching to the Perverted (1997), Bedrooms and Hallways (1998), and Some Voices (2000). RIP lovely man.". He will be greatly missed.'. He has since enjoyed roles on soaps Doctors and Casualty and is a keen fisherman. Sad sad news. During its spell, the popular show won six NTAs and a BAFTA. The nation fell in love with eccentric characters such as feisty Madge Garvey driving round on her mobility scooter and lothario Mateo trying it on with as many women as possible. To the disappointment of many, Benidorm came to an end in 2018 after 10 series.
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