Leaving the world of soap operas behind, several former stars have embraced a different path by taking on regular jobs. Steven Arnold, once known as Ashley Peacock in Coronation Street, has found a new role as a butcher at a local shop in Leeds. Georgia May Foote, who graced the cobbles of Coronation Street and danced her way through Strictly Come Dancing, has traded in her acting career for nail artistry, becoming a certified nail technician and running her own business, GMF Nails. Alfie Browne-Sykes, who played Jason Roscoe in Hollyoaks, has exchanged the thrill of the stage for the practical world of roofing. Charlie Clements, once EastEnders’ beloved Bradley Branning, turned to cooking to make ends meet, showcasing his culinary skills as a chef. Adam Rickitt, who graced both Coronation Street and Hollyoaks, has embarked on a new venture as a purveyor of craft beer and gin, running his own shop alongside his wife. Hetti Bywater, who portrayed the enigmatic Lucy Beale in EastEnders, has been spotted pulling pints at a London pub. Katie Jarvis, known for her role as Hayley Slater in EastEnders, took a break from acting and worked as a door attendant at a discount store in Romford. Ruxandra Porojnicu, who brought Alina Pop to life in Coronation Street, supplemented her income by working in a cafe alongside her filming schedule. Sean Wilson, who played Martin Platt in Coronation Street, traded in acting for the art of cheese-making and established a successful cheese-making business. Tom Watt, who portrayed Lofty, one of EastEnders’ original characters, transitioned from soap star to sports writer and podcaster, following his passion for football. Tony Discipline, who played Tyler Moon in EastEnders, became a firefighter after leaving the soap, proving that his on-screen heroism extended beyond the cameras. Kevin Kennedy, who played Corrie’s unlucky-in-love Curly Watts, dedicated himself to helping others by establishing the Kennedy Street Foundation, an addiction recovery charity, drawing upon his own journey of recovery. Jeremy Edwards, known for his roles as Kurt Benson in Hollyoaks and Danny Shaughnessy in Holby City, turned to manual labor as a landscape gardener and security guard when acting roles became scarce. Bill Ward, who played James Barton in Emmerdale and Charlie Stubbs in Coronation Street, navigated the challenges of the pandemic by becoming a Tesco delivery driver, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of former soap stars as they embrace new chapters in their lives.
Soap Stars Who Traded Fame for ‘Normal’ Jobs
