Much to the surprise of a guest on the show, conservationist Robert Irwin, Prince William left a voice note during the Scott Mills Breakfast Show on Radio 2.
Prince William left a voice note for BBC Radio 2 (Image: PA)
Prince William interrupted BBC Radio 2 by leaving a voicenote with a cheeky warning about a stunned guest. The Prince of Wales recorded the message for the Scott Mills Breakfast Show – to highlight the Earthshot Prize – a global environmental award of which he is founder and president.
Also appearing on the show this morning was conservationist and presenter Robert Irwin, who was in the studio with Mills to answer voicenotes with animal-themed questions from children. Irwin, who is the son of the late Australian conservationist Steve Irwin, was told by Scott there was just one voice note left to be played and was shocked to hear that it was none other than William.
William with conservationist Robert Irwin (Image: Getty Images)
“Good morning, Scott, or should I say G’day, Scott,” William remarked. Robert Irwin, a fantastic ambassador for the Earthshot Prize, is on the show this morning, I’m sure of it. Sorry, I’m having trouble with you both this morning. I’m hoping to catch up with you soon.
The prince continued, “You’re very much invited to the Earthshot Prize in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November. A fantastic event and fantastic show are on hand. Scott, beware that Robert enjoys bringing random, frightful animals and things out of his pockets while he’s on anyone’s show and conversing with them.
So, keep your back on the spot so a tarantula or other object doesn’t unexpectedly appear on your desk. But pay attention, enjoy your show, and look forward to meeting you both soon. “Goodbye.”
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The message made Robert, an ambassador for the Earthshot Prize, laugh. He also discussed with Scott how to carry on his father’s commitment to conservation.
Each year, five winners are awarded the Earthshot Prize from a shortlist of 15. On its website, it describes Brazil as being a fitting place to host the prize in November, as it is home to more than half of the Amazon rainforest and nearly a fifth of the world ’s biodiversity.
William and Robert together with other Earthshot Prize supporters(Image: AFP via Getty Images)
William’s voice note for Irwin comes just days after he exclusively told the Mirror that the prince’s global mission to help save the planet is needed “more than ever before”.
The Australian, age 21, described how William’s environmental Earthshot Prize awards, which aim to develop and scale cutting-edge planet-saving solutions over the next ten years, have “brought” hope and an air of “urgent optimism” to communities around the world that are threatened by climate change.
Robert said in a exclusive interview, “I love being around passionate people. It inspires me. The prince is passionate, curious, and thoughtful in every way. I have the opportunity to participate in numerous stimulating discussions about the things that we adore about the world. And it’s obvious that he is deeply passionate about nature and the outdoors.
Robert, known around the world for continuing his father’s legacy by running Australia Zoo and highlighting global conservation efforts with his frequent TV appearances, last year became an ambassador for William’s project, helping to spread his message of hope.
He continued, “The Earthshot Prize really stands out as a global mission that inspires optimism.” Let’s be honest, we need hope more than ever. The project exemplifies a sense of urgency and suggests that we also need solutions to the pressing issues facing our precious planet.
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“It is very important to me to have the honor of inheriting a conservation legacy that my dad and my family left behind. When I partner with like-minded organizations that work to improve the world, I get incredibly excited and upbeat. It’s a great honor to participate in a program that supports our own charitable work through Wildlife Warriors.
Safiyya Vorajee has spoken to Married At First sight star, Paul C Brunson, about a past abusive relationship in which she claims she was physically assaulted and manipulated
Safiyya Vorajee has bravely spoken out about a toxic ex – who she met before Ashley Cain(Image: We Need To Talk/Youtube)
Safiyya Vorajee has bravely spoken out about a toxic ex – who she met before Ashley Cain – on Paul C Brunson’s We Need to Talk podcast. Safiyya, 37, who tragically lost the daughter she shared with Ashely – Azaylia – to leukaemia when she was eight months old in 2021, said she was initially “love bombed” by her ex, who she stayed with for four years, until things took a very serious turn.
Telling Paul she ‘really wanted to be in a relationship’ before her ex began ‘constantly criticising her’, Safiyya said: “I’m like: ‘Oh my god like, yes, I found this guy.’ But then he started chipping away at me mentally without me even noticing. I just thought everything I was doing was wrong.”
Safiyya Vorajee has spoken to Married At First sight star, Paul C Brunson, about a past abusive relationship(Image: We Need To Talk/Youtube)
Holding back tears, the dental nurse then shockingly claimed that her ex “whacked” her in the face after a disagreement in the car. Safiyya continued: “We were driving in the car, obviously I can’t remember what the conversation was about or disagreement was about, but then he just whacked me straight in the face and then I stopped the car he opened the car and pushed me out the car jumped into the driver’s seat and then I was just left and he drove off with my car.”
Despite Safiyya’s mum “begging” her not to go back to her ex after she found out about the violent incident, Safiyya admitted she returned and stayed with the man for four years.
Explaining that he told her how sorry he was and that he loved her, Safiyya said it wasn’t until she was approached by another woman, who told her that she too was seeing the man, that she found the strength to leave.
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She shared: “I didn’t go mad at her. I didn’t do anything. I said to her: “Will you do me one favour? I’ve been in the worst place of my life for the last four years please can you come with me to my house and say this in front of him because no matter what you send to me what you give me he will manipulate me and tell me it’s me going crazy.”
Paul asked Safiyya why she stayed in the relationship for so long(Image: We Need To Talk/Youtube)
After pretending not to recognise the woman, Safiyya’s ex “smashed all the kitchen cupboards” Safiyya said after she left the house, with the woman, who she “took safely back to her car.”
However, Safiyya returned to the house as she continued: “As soon as that door opened I literally thought he was coming to come and attack me in fact he was the opposite he’d sat there and told me it was because I work too much and he didn’t have anybody to spend time with and I was like ‘Wow wow’, I am not buying this anymore.”
Safiyya ended up calling the Samaritans where she said she talked to a volunteer for two hours before finally leaving the home she shared with her ex, getting an injunction against him and giving a statement to the police for her “protection”.
When asked why she thought she stayed in the relationship for so long, the candid star heartbreakingly concluded: “I thought control meant love and the crazy thing about it is, I just can’t believe that’s what I thought love was.”
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EXCLUSIVE: Nicola Peltz has been plagued by claims she no longer loves her husband, Brooklyn Beckha,m but sources have since dismissed the speculation
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Sources close to Nicola and Brooklyn have hit out at claims she no longer loves him
Nicola Peltz and Brooklyn Beckham’s marriage is “solid” – despite claims she doesn’t love him. David and Victoria Beckham’s son recently shed light on their relationship as they celebrated a major milestone. The couple who tied the knot in 2022 have seen their marriage go from strength to strength in recent years, with the husband and wife recently purchasing a huge home in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles.
But while they’re happily in love, it’s been claimed that those close to Brooklyn no longer approve of actress Nicola, 30, with some even suggesting that the wannabe chef and photographer may feel like a “hostage” in the marriage. On Tuesday, the 26-year-old took to social media to speak about his wife.
The couple were celebrating the fifth anniversary of their engagement, and to mark the occasion, Brooklyn took to Instagram to share a loved-up snap. London-born Brooklyn was seen planting a kiss on Nicola’s neck while she struck a striking pose for their picture.
Nicola Peltz has been accused of not loving her husband, Brooklyn(Image: brooklynpeltzbeckham/Instagram)
Brooklyn wrote: “It’s been 5 years since I asked this beautiful woman to marry me xx best decision ever x I love you so much.” But while their picture which has racked up over 76,000 likes was flooded with praise, others were quick to suggest that Nicola didn’t love her husband because of her body language.
“Another picture of him kissing her while she was busy checking herself out,” said one. A second added: “Why does she always look like she’s more into herself than you?” “Wives come and go, your parents are forever,” said a third. “She looks like she loves you, too. After she has finished loving herself,” typed another.
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The pair are going from strength to strength(Image: INSTAGRAM)
But a source close to the couple has hit out at the claims and stated that the couple are stronger than ever. “For every unkind comment, there are just as many full of love, but people so often choose to dwell on the negative,” a source told the Mirror.
They went on to add: “Brooklyn and Nicola are solid, and the idea that a heartfelt anniversary post warrants this level of scrutiny is frankly a bit ridiculous. It’s disheartening to see so much energy spent trying to tear down a young couple simply enjoying their lives together. They want no part in the public’s narrative.”
Fans were quick to defend Brooklyn in the comments, with one writing: “A good man supports and stands beside his wife, always.” “Well done, it is always right to choose love, don’t let anyone get between you two,” said a second. Meanwhile, a third typed: “Literally, it’s no one’s business, but there’s. Let them be. Happy anniversary to the beautiful couple.”
Brooklyn and Nicola recently moved into a sprawling home in Hollywood(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Experience Abu Dhabi)
“Team Brooklyn and Nicola, live your life and enjoy it,” gushed another. Many had hit out, branding Nicola “spoiled” by her parents after Nicola purchased a string of properties, with money gifted to her by her billionaire dad, Nelson and mum, Claudia.
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Speaking to the Mirror, a source said: “Nicola doesn’t deny she’s had a fortunate life, and she’s grateful for it. But she’s also been working for over 20 years, and now writes, directs, and produces her own projects. Her parents are proud to support their children, and the idea that this reflects poorly on them simply doesn’t hold up.
“Calling her spoiled is false. For her wedding, she requested donations to support Ukraine instead of gifts, and she runs Yogi’s House, a rescue that saves dogs from euthanasia in shelters. These one-sided and false attacks have gotten out of hand.” It comes as David and Victoria have been accused of apparently not providing financially for Brooklyn.
Lewis Capaldi, Pulp, Lorde and a number of other stars will be performing secret sets at this year’s Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, a music industry insider has revealed
Lewis Capaldi will be performing at Glastonbury this year, according to a source(Image: Getty Images)
Lewis Capaldi is set to return to Glastonbury Festival after two years away with a secret set this weekend, according to a music industry source. The singer last took to the Somerset stage in 2023, shortly after which he took a break from performing for his mental health.
Now, a music industry source has told The Mirror that Lewis Capaldi is among some of the huge stars who will be secretly performing at this year’s Glastonbury festival. The iconic British festival kicks off this weekend, with gates set to open tomorrow morning. The source revealed to The Mirror that Lewis will be taking to the Pyramid Stage at 4.55pm on Friday for a secret set, while pop star Lorde is taking to Woodsies at 11.30am that morning.
Lewis Capaldi will be performing a secret set at the Pyramid Stage on Friday, a source has revealed(Image: Getty Images)
Later in the evening, Olivia Dean and Rachel Chinouriri are teaming up to perform at Strummerville at 8pm. Meanwhile, CMAT is performing an extra set at the BBC Introducing stage for half an hour at 1:30pm.
Meanwhile on the Saturday, Pulp will secretly be performing for an hour on the Pyramid Stage at 6:15pm on Saturday, according to the source. Later that evening, American pop group Haim at on at The Park at 7:30pm.
Similar secret set timings have been shared on TikTok, with one user writing, “Heard it hear first people,” alongside the same timings except for CMAT, who they claim will be performing at 8:30pm on Friday. That slot is also marked as TBA on the official Glastonbury line-up.
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The Mirror has reached out to Glastonbury and Lewis Capaldi for comment.
Glastonbury goers have been convinced that Pulp will be performing a secret set since the official line-up was revealed earlier this month. Many suspected that the band may behind the mysterious Pyramid Stage act ‘Patchwork’.
SecretGlasto – which is known for revealing secret set acts – even posted the reveal earlier this month with a video compilation set to their 1995 hit Common people.
Lorde is also rumoured to be appearing at Glastonbury to perform a secret set(Image: Coventry Live/Tristan Potter)
Speaking ahead of this year’s festival, Glastonbury organiser Emily Eavis told Nick Grimshaw and Annie Mac: “I’ve been working on Patchwork for a long time.” She added that planning their appearance had taken about a year for “logistical” reasons.
Earlier today, The Mirror revealed that headliner Neil Young is still wrangling with the BBC over their coverage of his Saturday night performance. Insiders told us that they suspect he will agree to let just a handful of songs to go out on TV and BBC iPlayer after he pulled out of the festival earlier this year over concerns about the BBC’s “corporate control”.
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He said: “We were told that BBC was now a partner in Glastonbury and wanted us to do a lot of things in a way we were not interested in. It seems Glastonbury is now under corporate control and is not the way I remember it being.”
The singer later reversed his Glastonbury boycott, saying on his website: “Due to an error in the information received, I had decided to not play the Glastonbury Festival, which I always have loved. Happily, the festival is now back on our itinerary and we look forward to playing. Hope to see you there!”
Both teams are expected to resume their cases as soon as Tuesday as Sean “Diddy” Combs’ highly public trial approaches its high-profile trial.
The jury will be tasked with deciding the fate of the music mogul, who faces life in prison, if found guilty, on Thursday for closing arguments, which are tentatively scheduled to start.
The defense’s 34th and last witnesses are currently on the stand, and they said on Monday that they do not intend to call their own witnesses for testimony in Manhattan federal court.
The prosecution is tasked with proving guilt, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless jurors decide otherwise, so it’s not unusual for defense teams to choose not to proceed with a case.
Read more about the Combs Trial: Takeaways From The First Week of Testimony in Sean ‘, Diddy ’.
In an effort to impose his dominance on an organization made up of high-ranking employees, including those who bribed, arson, and kidnapping, Combs and his allies used a web of witnesses, phone records, and travel arrangements to support his case for seven weeks of testimony.
The artist and businessman allegedly trafficked men and women for “freak-offs” or “hotel nights” of drug-fueled sexual marathons, sometimes days-long ones, for the prosecution.
Jurors have watched a number of sexually explicit videos during some of the events, and some of them were recorded.
Government attorneys are compiling reams of text messages and other records for jurors to review, along with photos of dozens of freak-offs, which they claim also reveal prostitution and trafficking arrangements.
The 55-year-old denies the accusations.
No defense defense witnesses?
The defense’s choice to not summon witnesses may indicate that they believe their inquiries into government witnesses may have exposed enough of a Combs case.
It could also indicate that no witnesses have been contacted to provide assistance.
They did state that they would be preparing to testify before resting on some matters.
What the prosecution has called sex trafficking, according to Combs’ attorneys, was mutual.
Three women gave detailed accounts of terrifying abuse that ranged from sexual to physical to emotional.
In a civil lawsuit filed by Combs’ girlfriend Casandra Ventura in 2023, which was settled in court without a hearing, the singer opened the floodgates to a ferocious stream of accusations against the once-powerful music industry powerhouse.
She testified in the trial’s key witnesses, and witnesses to the trial’s trial repeatedly received infamous surveillance footage of Combs beating and dragging Ventura viciously in a hotel.
In exchange for the disturbing tape, which CNN published last year, a hotel security guard claimed to have received $100, 000 in a brown paper bag from Combs.
Jurors are not sequestered, but they are instructed not to consume any media related to the case every day, which is a formidable task given how prevalent news of the trial has become on both traditional and social media.
Plans for Benidorm to reportedly return to screens could be thwarted thanks to a ‘miserable’ split – but what have some of the stars of the iconic sitcom got up to since the show came to an end?
The divorce has reportedly put a spanner in the works for a Benidorm reboot(Image: ITV / Tiger Aspect)
The highly anticipated reboot of Benidorm has been thrown into doubt after the creator’s tricky divorce from one of the show’s biggest stars, it has been reported.
Derren Litten was married to Jake Canuso, who plays Lothario Matteo in the ITV comedy, but their marriage ended in 2023. The relationship between them is said to be tense, seeing reports of a comeback now hanging in the balance.
The sun-soaked hit comedy aired for 10 series from 2007 to 2008 with a beloved cast featuring the likes of Johnny Vegas, Tim Healy, Steve Pemberton and Siobhan Finneran. A Listers, including Dame Joan Collins and late Will and Grace star Leslie Jordan, also made surprise appearances.
Derren said on X last year: “I don’t really talk about my personal life here but the reason I’ve been a bit scarce on the socials is for the last 18 months I’ve been going through a pretty miserable divorce. So I’m obviously poor now. And you thought we couldn’t have more in common then we already do?!”
Benidorm creator Derren Litten with his ex-husband Jake Canuso(Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
A source told The Sun: “Matteo is Benidorm, he’s the character that everyone wants to see. He’s been part of the Solana since the beginning so for him not to feature in any future reboot, well it just would not be the same without him. Jake created one of the show’s most loved characters in Matteo but with everything that’s happened between him and Derren, it’s not looking good.”
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Another insider said: “Conversations have been had. The only way Jake will return is if ITV make him a huge offer, one that he could not possibly turn down. But obviously Derren is making negotiations difficult. He is the writer and creator and believes that he should make all the decisions – the fans would want to see Matteo, which ITV get. It’s all become one big headache.”
The majority of big-name stars left before the show was cancelled, so there are no guarantees as to who would make up the new lineup. So as reports swirl about the show’s possible return, the Mirror takes a look at what became of some of Benidorm’s most memorable stars…
Danny Walters
Danny Walters went on to play Keanu Taylor in EastEnders(Image: BBC / Jack Barnes)
The 32-year-old actor, from Essex, played Tiger Dyke on the ITV sitcom from 2014 to 2017. However, Danny Walters made a big change when he left the comedy and joined BBC One soap opera EastEnders in the role of hunky Keanu Taylor.
As part of the raucous Taylor clan, Keanu quickly became embroiled in chaos but his big storyline saw him begin an affair with Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) while dating her step-daughter Louise (Tilly Keeper) – later fathering a child with each of them.
Danny remained on EastEnders until he quit in 2019, with Keanu’s final scenes airing in early 2020. In a shock twist, Danny returned to the soap in December 2022. One year later his character was killed off on Christmas Day 2023 as part of the famous ‘The Six’ storyline which saw Linda Carter kill him during an altercation.
Jake Canuso
Benidorm legend Jake Canuso is still treating fans to some Mateo magic(Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage)
The longest-running Benidorm cast member, Italian-British actor and dancer Jake Canuso played Solana barman Mateo Castellanos across the comedy’s entire run. Following the conclusion of Benidorm in 2018, Jake joined several other cast members in Derren Little’s Benidorm Live stage show, which toured the UK from September 2018 until April 2019 for 250 shows.
After the end of his run with Benidorm, Jake collaborated once more with Derren on his BBC One sitcom Scarborough, playing the role of Tony Peroni in the 2019 series. Jake is currently offering paid personalised messages as Mateo via the video service Memmo.
A spokesperson for Jake told The Sun they were unaware of any planned return for Benidorm.
Sheila Reid
Sheila Reid continues to be a star of stage and screen since leaving Benidorm
Loveable Madge Harvey was played by Sheila Reid across the first six series of Benidorm, returning for a recurring role in the seventh run and a guest stint in the eighth series in 2016.
Since leaving Benidorm, Sheila has appeared in Channel 4 sci-fi drama Humans in 2018 as Iris, along with a role in BBC’s The Cleaner series three in 2024. In 2018, Sheila also appeared in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Troilus and Cressida.
Sherrie Hewson
Sherrie Hewson has joined the cast of Hollyoaks
Sherrie Hewson 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.
In 2013, Sherrie joined Benidorm in its fifth series in the role of Joyce Temple-Savage, the new manager of the Solana Hotel. Sherrie remained a staple cast member until the show’s cancellation following its tenth run.
In 2020, Sherrie appeared on Loose Women to discuss her decision to undergo a facelift cosmetic procedure. She revealed: “I’m not stupid, I know how old I am I’ve got wrinkles, I just wanted to have some plumpness back and made me feel a bit better about myself. It’s made me feel like I can look in the mirror.”
In 2024, Sherrie, 74, joined the cast of Hollyoaks as the character Martha Blake. Speaking of the reports of a Benidorm revival, the actress said on Best’s Suddenly Single podcast: “There is this thing that it’s coming back though, and I keep that alive. It is now a possibility. That would be wonderful because we all miss it desperately.”
Oliver Stokes
Oliver Stokes is a father and keen fisher since his time in Benidorm
Oliver played the role of cheeky Michael Garvey in the first seven series of Benidorm from 2007 to 2015. Following his departure from Benidorm, Oliver went on to have a role in two episodes of Casualty as Sean McKern in 2017.
Since taking a less active role in the entertainment industry, Oliver works as a successful tradesman and can now be seen on Instagram posting proud photos of his little baby son and showing off his passion for fishing. Explaining his career shift, he told the Mirror: “It got to a point where I just thought I wanted an income every month guaranteed, instead of not knowing when your next job is going to come. I’d love to get back into the future if the right thing came about but who knows?”
Hannah Hobley
Hannah Hobley has been active in theatre and on social media since departing Benidorm
36-year-old actress Hannah Hobley played teen Chantelle Garvey in the first three series of Benidorm from 2007 to 2009, memorably becoming a young mother in the series. Since departing Benidorm, Hannah has taken on theatre roles, including roles in stage productions of Sleeping Beauty and Dick Whittington.
Hannah is very active on social media, including Instagram and TikTok, and can often be seen producing amusing content. Over on Instagram, mum-of-one Hannah often shares throwback snaps to her time on Benidorm as part of the Garvey clan.
Kenny Ireland
Benidorm star Kenny Ireland sadly died of brain cancer in 2014
Scottish actor and theatre director Kenny Ireland played the popular role of Donald Stewart on Benidorm from its inception until his death at the age of 68 in 2014.
Kenny’s brain cancer diagnosis was announced a month prior to his death in July 2014, with his final episodes of Benidorm being in the sixth series. Derren Little penned at the time on Twitter: “Terribly sad news guys. Kenny Ireland lost his very long battle with cancer this morning. Miss you so much already dear friend. X”.
The character of Donald was subsequently killed off and mourned on-screen in the show’s eighth run.
Asa Elliot
Singer Asa Elliot appeared as himself on Benidorm from 2010 to 2014(Image: ITV)
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. In 2018, Asa also appeared and sang in PBS’ Doo Wop Generations, performing Those Magic Changes.
In 2020, Asa revealed that he had been singing on cruise ships until the Covid pandemic disrupted his work. He then took up work as an Asda delivery driver to supplement his income in these difficult times.
Asa told BBC Look North of the impact of the pandemic on the entertainment industry, according to The List: “It’s really hit us completely. We still don’t know when we’re going back to work.”
He added of his time as a delivery driver: “I’ve only encountered a few ‘Benidorm’ fans. I delivered to a lady on Hornsea the other day and she was very star-struck.”
Tony Maudsley
Tony Maudsley is now a Coronation Street regular since the end of Benidorm
English actor Tony Maudsley is best known for his role as hairdresser Kenneth Du Beke on Benidorm, a role he played from 2011 until the show’s end in 2018. Tony, 57, also reprised the role of Kenneth for the Benidorm Live run from 2018 to 2019.
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.
In 2024 he appeared in a celebrity special of The Chase and opened up on the unexpected nerves he felt. “The minute I said yes to going on The Chase, the nerves started to kick in. Faced with a ticking clock, a chance to win big for charity and a studio audience, the pressure and my nerves went through the roof!,” he told the Daily Star.
Johnny Vegas
Johnny Vegas is still a television regular since leaving Benidorm
Comic legend Johnny Vegas appeared in the first three series of Benidorm as Geoff Maltby aka “The Oracle”, returning to reprise his role in the seventh to ninth series from 2014 to 2017. Since leaving Benidorm, Johnny has appeared as a regular panellist on BBC quiz show QI and also on the celebrity edition of Gogglebox, along with voicing the character of Asbo in 2018 Aardman Animations film Early Man.
Johnny has also made guest appearances on other comedy shows such as the sitcom Red Dwarf and game show Taskmaster. He is also set to appear in Johnny Vegas’ Little Shop Of Antiques where he “investigates, hunts and repairs pieces to add to his collection”.
Siobhan Finneran
Siobhan Finneran has flourished in drama and comedy since Benidorm
Former Downton Abbey actress Siobhan Finneran played Janice Garvey on Benidorm from 2007 until the show’s seventh run in 2015.
She and Steve Pemberton announced their decision to leave the show during Benidorm’s sixth series, with Siobhan explaining to What’s on TV at the time: “We were in a terrible state. It was our decision to stop, but it was still heartbreaking. A lot of guest stars – brilliant people like David Bradley – have said it’s a treat of a job, and they’re right.”
She added: “So it was really, really upsetting to say goodbye to the cast and crew. You know you’re not going to work with them ever again. Then to come home and think, ‘Blimey, we’ve actually done it’, is quite something.”
Since leaving Benidorm, Siobhan has appeared as Clare Cartwright in gritty BBC One crime drama Happy Valley, appeared in the crime drama The Moorside based on the disappearance of Shannon Matthews, the BBC comedy series The Other One, and last year appeared in hit Netflix thriller The Stranger. She’s currently back on our screen’s in ITV’s gritty cop thriller, Protection.
Steve Pemberton
Steve Pemberton has won a BAFTA since leaving Benidorm
Leaving Benidorm at the same time as Siobhan was her on-screen husband, celebrated The League of Gentleman star Steve Pemberton, who played Mick Garvey on the show from 2007 until 2015.
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Since departing Benidorm, Steve has continued appearing on comedy anthology series Inside No. 9, appeared in Amazon Prime Video fantasy series Good Omens, played Mr Braithwaite in Worzel Gummidge, and joined the cast of Killing Eve season 3 as the slippery Paul. He also appeared on the most recent series of Taskmaster. In 2019, Steve won a television BAFTA award for Best Male Comedy Performance for his work on Inside No. 9.
