Her other film appearances include Brazil (1985), The Winter Guest (1997) and Containment (2015). Following his departure from Benidorm, Oliver went on to have a role in two episodes of Casualty as Sean McKern in 2017. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Already an established actress before joining the cast of Benidorm, Sherrie Hewson was cast to play the new manager of the Solana Hotel, Joyce Temple-Savage. After leaving Benidorm, he enjoyed further acting credits on medical soap operas Doctors and Casualty but seems to have taken a step back from the industry in recent years. Benidorm creator Derren Litten has paid tribute to one of the show's former stars, Bobby Knutt, who has died aged 71. On news of his death, we take a look back on the star's illustrious career and life Celeb obsessed? Kenny Ireland, the actor who played ageing swinger Donald Stewart in ITV comedy series Benidorm, has died aged 68. Asa and wife Natalie welcomed their son Buddy in March 2020 and a little girl called Rockie last month. "I hope holiday makers will visit MATEO's of Benidorm where they can view amazing memorabilia, have their picture taken with Mel's thong, the original Neptune's sign featured in every episode, try The Madge cocktail (a drink so strong you need a mobility scooter to get you home) and maybe even sing a song from the show?". Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic? The sitcom then later hit the road as a touring theatre show. [7] The production garnered mixed reviews from critics.[8]. Thanks for teaching me how to play backgammon. died of cancer in July of 2014 at the age of 68. He is said to be worth around 8million through his acting career and endorsements. The quirky comedy set in Spain's seaside resort Benidorm would go on to entertain viewers for over a decade before ending in 2018. When filming ended he reprised the role in the stage adaptation Benidorm Live, and later won a lead role in a theatre production of Aladdin. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Benidorm cast then and now from Asda driver to Coronation Street They said: "No decision has been made regarding any further series of Benidorm.". Comedian Johnny Vegas has been busy since leaving the cast of Benidorm, having a reputation for being one of the UK's leading comedians and comedy panellists. The funnyman, 50, played Geoff Maltby aka "The Oracle" on Benidorm, who was a pub quiz champion who would travel to the holiday spot each year with his mum. Since Benidorm, Canuso has remained in the public eye and has since appeared in multiple TV shows and films including The Royals, Scarborough, Kinky Boots, Flyboys and The Dark Knight. Have you got news for us? However, in July 2018 it was officially confirmed that Benidorm was being laid to rest after 11 years of comedy. Corrie fans will recognise Tony Maudsley as the kind-hearted undertaker, George Shuttleworth, who has recently stolen Eileen Grimshaw's heart. benidorm actor dies 2019. deforest buckner family. No extra costs, no contracts. We still don't know when we're going back to work. While many are eagerly awaiting the weather forecast for the coronation next weekend, the early May bank holiday looks set to bring sunny spells across Lancashire. Johnny can most recently be seen in Carry On Glamping. As for future gigs, Tony has signed up to play a father figure alongside Nigel Havers in the film The Naughty Boys, which is currently in pre-production. The actor just scooped the Best Male Performance in a Comedy Programme award at the 2019 TV Baftas. Her remarks clearly didn't go down well with her ex who she shares two sons with - 1975 frontman Matt and actor Louis. And, for a dose of nostalgia, she often shares behind-the-scenes pics from her time on Benidorm, with appearances from the likes of Sheila Reid and Johnny Vegas. RIP Kenny.". "Its made me feel like I can look in the mirror.". A filmed performance was later used in 2020 as part of the National Theatre at Home online series. Kenny Ireland RIP. Steve is the father of three children with his long-term partner Alison Rowles. 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Kenny's battle with brain cancer was announced a month prior to his death in July 2014, with his final episodes of Benidorm being in the sixth series. Confusion reigned when an an ITV spokesperson confirmed to Mirror TV that the future of the show was up in the air, but it had not been cancelled. To mark the 15th anniversary since the show first aired, Daily Star has taken a look back at Benidorm's cast members, following their careers over the years. The best job in the world down to the amazing @DerrenLitten. In 2019, Gillen was nominated for an Olivier Award Geoff Maltby, played by Jonny Vegas, was a Lancashire pub quiz champion. He will be best remembered for his diverse TV roles, including Our Friends In The North, Bad Girls and BBC1's EastEnders. Italian-British actor and dancer is best known for his role as the flirtatious Solana barman which he played between 2007 and 2018, making him the sitcom's longest-serving actor. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "We will have regular celebrity appearances including Mateo himself, Jake Canuso and of course I'll be there an awful lot, hosting the karaoke and chatting with the people who made the Benidorm tv series such a success, YOU!!". Is climate change killing Australian wine? Almost never seen without a cigarette, is normally either sun-bathing or driving around the resort on an electric scooter. Benidorm came to an end almost four years ago after airing 10 series. He appeared in Age of Heroes in 2011. His agent Roger Charteris said: "He was fine at lunchtime on Wednesday but had died by Thursday morning.". He went on: "But the show must go on and even though we can't continue work on the bar just now and we have no idea when it will open, open we will at some point and as soon as I have a date. I created the series over 11 years ago, wrote it, guest starred in it and ended up directing it. Former Downton Abbey actress Siobhan Finneran played Janice Garvey on Benidorm from 2007 until the show's seventh run in 2015. Well, we've got you covered with our showbiz, TV and soaps newsletters - they'll drop straight into your inbox and you can unsubscribe whenever you like. You know youre not going to work with them ever again. Sherry, 70, was a leading panellist on Loose Women at the same time, only to announce she had quit the daytime ITV series in 2016. It seems that the cast were taken aback by the surprise announcement as well. In April 2018, Benidorm fans received the news they had been dreading from the show's creator, Derren Litten. 'Benidorm' Actor Kenny Ireland Dies, Aged 68 - HuffPost UK She is best known to UK viewers for her soap opera roles in Coronation Street, Crossroads, and Emmerdale, but also for her role as a panellist on Loose Women from 2003 to 2017. British actor and singer Asa Elliot appeared as himself on Benidorm from 2010 until 2014 and later joined Benidorm Live following the show's end. Benidorm is a British sitcom written and created by Derren Litten and produced by Tiger Aspect for ITV that aired for ten series from 1 February 2007 until 2 May 2018. It wasn't long before Keanu became embroiled in chaos but his big storyline saw him begin an affair with Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) whilst dating her step-daughter Louise (Tilly Keeper) - later fathering a child with each of them. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. She recently starred in The Loch and Cold Feet - and most recently as Claire Cartwright in Happy Valley. Bobby Knutt: Benidorm and Emmerdale actor dies on holiday Mick would do anything for a quiet life. Benidorm star Geoffrey Hutchings has died suddenly aged 71. Explore in 3D: The dazzling crown that makes a king. Benidorm actor Geoffrey Hutchings has died suddenly aged 71 One month before his death, it was revealed Kenny had been battling brain cancer, meaning season six was to be his final appearance. 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Hewson remained a staple cast member until the show's cancellation following its tenth run. Since the end of the sitcom, he has appeared as Spearman in the BBC Two Cold War drama series Summer of Rockets and then later landed the humorous role of funeral director George Shuttleworth in Coronation Street in 2020 and has remained a staple on the soap since his introduction. The 68-year-old has one film credit since filming wrapped, appearing in the critically acclaimed Little Joe in 2019. RIP Kenny.". Something went wrong, please try again later. "We also thought we were on for another series but @itv took us by surprise and made a different call in the end". You can find all the latest TV news and features by visiting our celebs and TV homepage. In 2019, Gillen was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in Killer Joe. Comedian and actor Bobby Knutt has died on holiday in the south of France, his agent has confirmed. 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, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The experienced hotelier spoke her mind and was known for raising her voice at people when she didn't get her way.