After calling 2024 his worst year in the business and revealing that acting roles have dried up, former Coronation Street star Charlie Lawson has revealed he is now working part-time in a canal-side coffee van.
Coronation Street veteran Charlie Lawson, who was once a household name as volatile Jim McDonald, has revealed he’s now working part-time in a coffee van after his acting jobs have become few and far between.
The 65-year-old actor, who made his Coronation Street debut in 1989 and portrayed the father of Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson), recently posted a video to X that shows him working at the Bridge 19 café along the Macclesfield Canal.
In the video, Lawson says: “Well folks, welcome to Bridge 19 café, which is on the Macclesfield Canal, going north something or other. Saturdays and Sundays, from breakfast time early in the morning until two o’clock.” It comes after Coronation Street legend Sarah Platt was dealt a devastating blow as her exit is ‘sealed’.
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He smiles and says, “Sometimes, I’m here cooking for you so you can get a selfie and all that craic.”
The café gig marks a stark contrast to the fame Lawson enjoyed during his years on Coronation Street, where his character’s fiery relationship with on-screen wife Liz (played by Beverley Callard) became a central storyline.
Lawson made a few short appearances, the last of which was in 2018, despite the show’s official end in 2000.
However, his most recent candor regarding his professional struggles paints a somber portrait of post-soap stardom.
He stated on The Nolan Show, “2024 is the most unsuccessful year I’ve had in 44 years.” And that raises a number of issues. I’m 64 years old, have lots of white hair, and have less area around.
He continued to describe the financial strains he is currently in, particularly given the current economic climate.
He said at the time, “My wife Debbie runs a women’s refuge, and I work for GB News right now, and I have to renegotiate that contract next year.”
Because I play field hockey and can’t stay outside all day, and it’s cold outside, I’m in the living room. Have your bills been examined?
Many fans, who took to social media to show their support, have a positive impression of Lawson’s candor. Keep up the great work, Charlie, a follower said in response to his video.
“Fair play to you Charlie,” another echoed. You adore this new beginning. Whatever brings you joy.
Lawson continues to be upbeat and is very much accepting his new role behind the coffee counter in spite of the dramatic lifestyle change. He was successful as soap legend Jim McDonald.
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