"I had to stop myself doing what I'd instinctively do knock their blocks off because I was working. Comedian and actor Bobby Knutt has died on holiday in the south of France, his agent has confirmed. He starred in Emmerdale as Albert Dingle between 1994 and 2004 and later appeared in Coronation Street as garage boss Ron Sykes. Blockbusters are back and the latest edition of Digital Spy Magazine has got everything you need to know about the summer's biggest box office arrivals. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Sad sad news. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. In 2007, she appeared as Donna Doig in the three-part ITV drama series Mobile. 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Janine Duvitski and Kenny Ireland were central characters who played fun-loving swingers Donald and Jacqueline Stewart, but sadly Kenny died aged 69 in 2014. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Click here to upload yours. She published two autobiographies and two novels, When She Was Bad and Good Time Girl. Kenny Ireland, the actor who played ageing swinger Donald Stewart in ITV comedy series Benidorm, has died aged 68. He has since enjoyed roles on soaps Doctors and Casualty and is a keen fisherman. Tragic: The Scot landed his part on the show after his agent wife Meg put him forward. Scottish actress Sheila Reid, 83, is best known for playing the chain-smoking Madge Harvey on Benidorm. In 1965, Bobby became one of the youngest professional comedians in the country and was known for his performances onGranada Television show The Comedians and The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club. Josh Bolt, who was Bobby's on-screen grandson, was with fellow castmember Steve Edge, who plays Bobby's son on the ITV show, when they discovered the tragic news. He said: "I hear Mateo is doing a lot of skiving off work to send personalised video messages directly from the Costa Blanca.". It is not clear why the vehicle went off the road before falling off the cliff in an area of difficult access. Tony Maudsley, who plays Kenneth in the show, said: "Take a bow Grandad Dawson. After swapping the Solana and Neptunes Bar for the likes of Asda and Corrie, we take a look. Only met him briefly last yr during my time on #Benidorm! Police have opened an investigation to clarify the causes of the accident and whether the vehicle complied with all requirements. The veteran Scottish actor and director had He tweeted: "Sad to hear Kenny Ireland - a great actor & former director @lyceumtheatre - has passed away. The Rada-trained actor, who played thong-wearing sunbed tycoon Mel Harvey in the ITV comedy, Steve Pemberton is one of the most recognisable faces on the British comedy circuit - and is best known for starring in The League of Gentlemen and Benidorm. His career started when he landed a role in the film, A Life for a Life, in 1998 where he played the part of Stefan Kiszko. Controversial NHS Tavistock transgender clinic is threatened with court action by watchdog after failing to Do not sell or share my personal information. He will be dearly missed by his @BenidormTVshow family. Biden FINALLY announces COVID vaccine requirement for travelers to US will be Have scientists finally created a jab to keep ALL flu strains at bay? "To get on set, I had to walk through the hotel dressed as Tonya in some non-existent bikini and high heels with blokes gawping at me or rather groping me. passed away suddenly this morning while on holiday in the South of France. Several of his Benidorm Filming & Production Read about our approach to external linking. Scottish actor Kenny Ireland has died following a battle with cancer. Sherrie said: I really don't understand that kind of explicit enjoyment that people get out of knowing what shock you'd have on your face because it's an explicit picture of a penis. Is climate change killing Australian wine? When do we want it? On 3 March 2006, she gave birth to a second daughter at home named Cyd Betty. The actress played Tonya Dyke on the ITV series. The wonderful Bobby Knutt has passed away suddenly aged 71. Better late than never! [7] On 5 February 2004 she gave birth to a daughter, Edie May, six weeks prematurely. RIP Lovely man". He subsequently joked: 'If your wife gets you a job as a swinger, is she trying to tell you something? In February 2018 he appeared on Benidorm Ten Years On Holiday to talk about his time on the show. 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In 2010, she took on the role of Commander Lisa Kennedy in a seven-episode story arc of The Bill, as well as guest-starring in the final story of the fourth series of the Doctor Who spinoff show The Sarah Jane Adventures, playing the villainous alien Ruby White in the story Goodbye, Sarah Jane Smith. [4] She also appeared as Maggie Reid in the fifth series of the popular ITV drama Doc Martin aired in the autumn of 2011. 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. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born July 27, 1959 Add to list Nominated for 2 BAFTA Awards In 2012, Graham appeared in the film Tower Block. Ireland's other TV credits include Taggart, Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, the UK version of House of Cards, Drop The Dead Donkey and Heartbeat. From 2014 to 2022, Graham appeared in the recurring role of Rhona Kelly, the procurator fiscal, in the Scottish television crime drama, Shetland made by ITV Studios for the BBC. BENIDORM fans were delighted this week after star Hannah Hobley welcomed her first child. Several of his Benidorm castmates appeared on ITV's Lorraine today to promote the upcoming series of the show and pay tribute to Bobby. The Sheffield-born actor, who also played Albert Dingle in Emmerdale, passed away suddenly this morning while on holiday in the South of France. Updated 18:46, 11 AUG 2014 Actress Elsie Kelly as Noreen in Benidorm Elsie Kellys first trip to Benidorm was always destined to end badly. ", On hearing the news of her death, Doctor Who co-star Baker tweeted: "Oh my goodness. She played the role of Tonya Dyke in season six of the British package holiday series, which followed a variety of different families as they holidayed at the Solana Resort in Benidorm. The British actress was best known for her role as sister to Joan Collins' Alexis Colby in the US soap. Good night Knutty, your Benidorm family loves you. For other inquiries, Contact Us. In 2008, she played the role of Dr Gillian Magwilde, an archaeologist, in the BBC television drama Bonekickers. He said: 'Its nice when they were nice, but its not so nice when they say, Eh you Donald come ere, my wifes up for it.' Comedian and actor Bobby Knutt has died on holiday in the south of France, his agent has confirmed. ", 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. The 34-year-old, who played teen mum Chantelle Garvey on the ITV show, shared a series of sweep snaps on her Instagram and said the little girl was "well and truly worth the wait". "A shining star has gone out and Kate will be dearly missed by all who knew and have worked with her," said agent Phil Belfield, who labelled the actress "extraordinary". The quirky comedy set in Spain's seaside resort Benidorm would go on to entertain viewers for over a decade before ending in 2018. 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. 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. Your Benidorm family will miss you. Charlotte is daddy's double! Sending our Beni love to his family.". In 1997 he won a lead role in the Ken Loach directed BBC drama The Price of Coal. When I got one I was like, 'Oh my god, I haven't seen one of those in 15 years'. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Sherrie Hewson played manager Joyce Temple-Savage since series five, but says men always mistake her for her character. Her other film appearances include Brazil (1985), The Winter Guest (1997) and Containment (2015). Benidorm cast were 'devastated' to hear of Bobby Knutt's death, Josh Bolt, who played Bobby's on-screen grandson, was 'devastated' by news of his death, The Benidorm cast became a family in real-life, John Challis and the rest of the cast had some fond memories of Bobby, Bobby, pictured far right, with the Benidorm cast, Bobby also starred as Pat Starr in Heartbeat alongside Bill Maynard as Greengrass, Bobby and wife Donna Hartley pictured at their home in 1994. He was also part of Victoria Wood's fictional rep company in the BBC series Victoria Wood As Seen On TV. Related: Ted Lasso season 2: Release date, cast, plot and everything you need to know. She also appeared in Doctor Who, opposite both Colin Baker and Sylvester McCoy, as renegade Time Lord The Rani - a role she said she would love to return to. She added: @nathrichsmith and I would like to proudly introduce you all to our daughter, Beatrice Hobley-Smith. In 2006 she appeared in episode 2 of Sharman as Kylie/Patricia. 2023 BBC. 'Knutty' shot to fame through his performances on The Comedians and the Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club. The veteran Scottish actor and director had played swinger Donald Stewart in the ITV show since 2007. You get it in coded ways. Sheffield born actor Bobby was remembered by Benidorm writer Darren Litten, who shared in a tweet: "Very sad Benidorm news guys. In a four-part series Johnny sets out to open his very own glamping site. In 1995, Bobby starred in one of his most well-known roles as Albert Dingle in Emmerdale. Anna Wintour arrives arm-in-arm with rumored beau Bill Nighy at 2023 Met Gala. The star, who was better known as 'Knutty', made appearance on the stage and TV during his decade-spanning career. [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). Zac Efron jets out of LAX as rumoured 'We're not your enemies!' US tech billionaire's son Matt Baszucki found the low-carb/high Could a hormone spray reignite your love life? A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office spokesperson said: "We are supporting the family of a British woman who has died in Spain and are in touch with local authorities. Your Benidorm family will miss you. Sending our Beni love to his family. Other shows he's appeared in include Doctor Who, Blackpool, Shameless, Whitechapel, Happy Valley and Mapp and Lucia. Got a story? Sign up to get it sent straight to your inbox and don't forget to join our Watch This Facebook Group for daily TV recommendations and discussions with other readers. ", British woman dies and grandson injured after plunging off cliff in Benidorm, Firefighters respond to the incident in the Serra Gelada Natural Park in Benidorm, Spain. Asa and wife Natalie welcomed their son Buddy in March 2020 and a little girl called Rockie last month. On 3 March 2006, she gave birth to a second daughter at home named Cyd Betty. The actor is best known for his role as swinger Donald Stewart in Benidorm, alongside his onscreen wife,Janine Duvitski (left). Michael Joseph Pennington (born 5 September 1970), known professionally as Johnny Vegas, is an English actor and Kenny starred in Benidorm up until series 7 when he tragically passed away shortly after filming after a long battle with cancer. At the end of series 7, Jacqueline received a phone call from Donald to tell her he was throwing a surprise for her with the swingers association at the cross. Janine Duvitski and Kenny Ireland were central characters who played fun-loving swingers Donald and Jacqueline Stewart, but sadly Kenny died aged 69 in 2014. She also appeared in 1986 in an episode of Taggart, Death Call, as Kathleen Kelly.BBC TV series The Houseman's Tale (1987). He was on the show since it started but there's much more to him than just playing a sleazy cocktail maker. She recently starred in The Loch and Cold Feet - and most recently as Claire Cartwright in Happy Valley. 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 star Geoffrey Hutchings has died suddenly aged 71. Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic? 'He's been dead for 130 years and can still satisfy the ladies': Social media goes wild over mystery woman Cancelled? Police hunt for Brixton killer after woman in her 30s is stabbed to death in broad daylight near O2 Academy. Now! The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Julie Graham (born 24 July 1965) is a Scottish television and film actress. The actress last posted a message on Twitter on 17 March. Actor Kenny Ireland - best known for his role in TV comedy Benidorm - has died, aged 68, following a battle with cancer. ', Beloved: Kenny Ireland has passed away aged 68 after a battle with cancer. Mr Ireland's other TV credits include Taggart, Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, the UK version of House of Cards, Drop The Dead Donkey and Heartbeat. EXCLUSIVE: High-ranking Met Police officer on 100,000-a-year who was found to be a regular user of King Charles' Coronation LIVE: The monarch's unexpected defender from Down Under, Beatrice and Eugenie in Dr Martin Scurr: Why have I always had a runny nose for 30 years - and what can I do to make it stop? Read about our approach to external linking. Learn about Benidorm: discover its cast ranked by popularity, see when it premiered, view trivia, and more. In 2000 she appeared in Dusty Hughes' Helpless at the Donmar Warehouse. Tony Maudsley, who plays hairdresser Kenneth, also had some kind words for Bobby. pic.twitter.com/k4qhLQW8jE. Former Dynasty star Kate O'Mara has died at the age of 74, her agent said. "I'd never been groped in my life, but I was groped three times in one week in Benidorm," she told The Mirror. [8][citation needed], On 11 October 2019, Graham married Belgian skydiving instructor Davy Croket. Read about our approach to external linking. FALLEN STARS Celebrity deaths 2017 from Bruce Forsyth and Jake LaMotta to Cheers star Jay Thomas, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). She's got a right Lotte cheek with tantrums, feisty remarks and bossing her brothers about. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. ", Graham McLaren, associate director at the National Theatre of Scotland, posted: "The man my daughter called Santa has passed away. In 1976, she joined Ernie Wise and Eric Morecambe on their long-running show, Speaking at the 50th anniversary celebrations, O'Mara said she would love to return as Doctor Who villain The Rani, The actress played Lady Windermere in Lord Arthur Savile's Crime alongside Lee Mead in 2010, O'Mara and fellow Dynasty star Joan Collins met the Queen at a Diamond Jubilee event celebrating the arts in 2012, On board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry. So what have the rest of the stars been in up in the last four years? She played Bianca in the National's 1965 film version of Othello, with Laurence Olivier in the title role. Graham appeared in a Midsomer Murders episode in 2013, season 15:E5, The Sicilian Defense, playing Dr. Laura Parr. Never say never.'. 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 Kate O'Mara is no longer with us. RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: What do we want? She was 70 years old. O'Mara's first television roles were in the 1960s, but she came to public attention playing the manipulative Cassandra "Caress" Morrell in Dynasty. He is now all grown up and has a son of his own, little Archie, who the proud dad often shares photos of on Instagram. Dark days indeed. A British grandmother has died and her grandson was injured after she crashed down a cliff in Benidorm. Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond led online tributes to the star. A date we will always remember.. Johnny Vegas, 50, has amassed quite a fortune during his career thanks to Benidorm and BBC's Home From Home. 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. Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic? ", Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond also paid his respects, tweeting: Sad to hear Kenny Ireland - a great actor and former director @lyceumtheatre - has passed away. The former Emmerdale actor passed away on Monday at the age of 71, with his agent confirming he had died during a holiday in France. One of her final public appearances saw her hosting An Evening With Kate O'Mara in London last October. Oliver Stokes played Michael Garvey in the ITV comedy. Despite the end of their 24-year marriage, Denise and Tim have always insisted they've remained close friends and have even spent Christmas together with their other halves. Actress Stephanie Dooley Day wrote: "So sad to hear the lovely Bobby Knutt has passed away. Scottish actor Kenny Ireland has died following a battle with cancer. She was married to actors Richard Willis and Jeremy Young and leaves a sister, actress Belinda Carroll. Dad who got trapped inside indoor adventure centre cave dies from his injuries, Britain's Got Talent audience member shares secret of Noodle the cat's audition, Brit MasterChef Australia host dies aged 46 as Gordon Ramsay leads tributes, First look at Britain's biggest EVER stage for King Charles' coronation concert, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. If you've been affected by the issues raised in this story, you can access more information from Rape Crisis England and Wales, who work towards the elimination of all forms of sexual violence and sexual misconduct, on their website or by calling the National Rape Crisis Helpline on 0808 802 9999. He and co-star Janine Duvitski played a sex-mad couple who holiday at the Solano hotel in the Spanish resort every year. 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]. TV chef Rustie Lee worked alongside Kenny Ireland when she had a cameo role in Benidorm. Jake Canuso said: "Sad to hear of the sudden passing of Bobby Knutt. The actor, 39, played the singer at the Solana Hotel from 2010 to 2014, before joining the cast of Benidorm Live in 2018/19. The intuition credited him with nurturing young actors to perform on stage, and establishing the Lyceum Youth Theatre one of the longest running and largest youth theatres in Scotland. Tim hit headlines when he fell out with his ex Denise Welch over comments she made about their sex life on Loose Women. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. It's a far cry from his character Geoff "The Oracle" Maltby on Benidorm. Writers marked Donalds death in the show, with Jacqueline scattering her husbands ashes over the cliffside in Benidorm. "A little angel on my shoulder was going, 'Leave it, Hannah'. The actress hasn't made these accusations against any cast or crew member specifically but does refer to being in the hotel on set when it happened. Benidorm star Kenny Ireland had been written out of the show as he underwent cancer treatment, Kenny Ireland starring in the BBC series Victoria Wood As Seen On TV, On board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry. Benidorm star Kenny Ireland dies aged 68 following battle with cancer. Perhaps his biggest roles to date were in two of ITV'S most-loved soaps. The actress appeared in the lotto-based drama The Syndicate and appeared in two series of Happy Valley. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Seeing double! Deepest condolences to his family and friends.. Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! 'Guys would come up to you in a bar and go, "My wife thinks its all for real, you know", and hes waiting for you to say, "Well it is you know".'. Actress Siobhan Finneran played was the long suffering mum of The Garvey family. Most recently Bobby starred as Eddie Dawson in Benidorm. ", Benidorm co-star Danny Walters, who plays Tiger Dyke in the show, said: "Very sad news about Kenny Ireland (Donald Stewart).

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