It has been virtually twenty years since Benidorm first aired and we had been launched to the visitors and employees of the long-lasting Solana resort.
The ITV Brits overseas sitcom – which adopted a gaggle of holidaymakers within the Spanish resort and their hilarious escapades – got here to an finish in Could 2018 after 11 years, and followers have been begging for extra ever since.
In 2023, present creator Derren Litten has teased a return of the beloved collection as he introduced that he is returning again to writing for ‘each tv and theatre’.
He stated: ‘I’ve had clear, current indications that sure TV channels are desirous about my choice and I hope you can be watching the fruits of my labour in time to come back.’
Then, final month he sparked hope of its comeback as soon as once more when a fan requested on X: ‘@DerrenLitten @ITV One other collection of Benidorm on the playing cards?’ and he cryptically replied: ‘Who is aware of…’
So, with a possible reunion on the playing cards, MailOnline delves into the place the forged of Benidorm are actually…
Jake Canuso – Mateo Castellanos
With a possible reunion on the playing cards, MailOnline delves into the place the forged of ITV’s Benidorm are actually…
Actor and dancer Jake Canuso performed hunky waiter Mateo Castellanos because the present started and was the longest-running Benidorm forged member
Actor and dancer Jake Canuso performed hunky waiter Mateo Castellanos because the present started and was the longest-running Benidorm forged member.
Following the present’s ending, he was one of many castmates who took half in Derren Little’s Benidorm Stay stage present.
The stay model of the sitcom toured the UK from September 2018 till April 2019 for 250 reveals.
He additionally saved in shut contact with creator Derren and bagged a job in his BBC One sitcom Scarborough, the place he performed the position of Tony Peroni within the 2019 collection, earlier than portraying Stewie within the tv movie My Dangerous.
Jake has additionally tried his hand at pantomimes and in 2022, he appeared as Abanazar in Aladdin, which was staged on the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre.
The star now has a Cameo account, the place he makes personalised movies as Mateo for superfans of the present.
Sheila Reid – Madge Harvey
Sheila Reid had viewers in stitches in her position as sharp-tongued, sun-worshipping, and chain-smoking grandmother Madge Harvey
She performed the character for six collection and returned for a job within the seventh, in addition to taking up a visitor stint in collection eight
Sheila Reid had viewers in stitches in her position as sharp-tongued, sun-worshipping, and chain-smoking grandmother Madge Harvey.
She performed the character for six collection and returned for a job within the seventh, in addition to taking up a visitor stint in collection eight.
The actress, 87, continued along with her profession on display and stage after Benidorm ended, along with her most notable roles together with Iris in Channel 4’s People and Speedy Sue in BBC One’s Docs.
In relation to the stage, in 2018 she bagged a job within the Royal Shakespeare Firm’s manufacturing of Troilus and Cressida.
She additionally had a stellar profession earlier than Benidorm, which included taking part in Bianca within the Nationwide’s 1965 movie model of Othello, alongside Laurence Olivier within the title position.
Danny Walters – Tiger Dyke
Though followers now know him finest for his position as Keanu Taylor on EastEnders, Danny Walters performed mischievous teenager Tiger Dyke on Benidorm between 2014 and 2017.
Simply earlier than Benidorm ended, it was introduced he can be becoming a member of the forged of the BBC cleaning soap because the hunky Keanu
Though followers now know him finest for his position as Keanu Taylor on EastEnders, Danny Walters performed mischievous teenager Tiger Dyke on Benidorm between 2014 and 2017.
The character arrives to the Solana in Sequence 6 episode 1 alongside together with his father Clive Dyke and mom, Tonya Dyke.
Simply earlier than Benidorm ended, it was introduced he can be becoming a member of the forged of the BBC cleaning soap because the hunky Keanu.
He performed a giant half in EastEnders’ hotly-anticipated 2023 Christmas episode – dubbed Sixmas – which was awarded with Finest Second Of The Yr on the Radio Occasions cleaning soap awards.
Followers waited on tenterhooks for months to search out out who can be murdered in the course of the festive particular – and it was lastly revealed mas Keanu who was killed after being stabbed.
He was awarded Finest Exit on the awards ceremony for his standout efficiency.
Sherrie Hewson – Joyce Temple-Savage
Sherrie Hewson joined Benidorm in collection six as Joyce Temple-Savage, the brand new supervisor of the Solana Resort – and remained till it was cancelled
The actress was additionally an everyday on the Free Ladies panel between 2003 and 2007 and can be identified for her cleaning soap roles in Emmerdale, Coronation Road, and Crossroads
Sherrie Hewson joined Benidorm in collection six as Joyce Temple-Savage, the brand new supervisor of the Solana Resort – and remained till it was cancelled.
The actress was additionally an everyday on the Free Ladies panel between 2003 and 2007 and can be identified for her cleaning soap roles in Emmerdale, Coronation Road, and Crossroads.
For the reason that collection ended, she has saved her profession going with a job in Hollyoaks as Martha Blake, which she took on in Could.
The character is the estranged grandmother of established character, Sienna Blake.
Final yr, she additionally took on the position of Agnes within the comedy collection Daddy Points on BBC.
Oliver Stokes – Michael Garvey
Oliver Stokes, now 25, performed Michael Garvey (entrance) all through the primary seven collection of the ITV sitcom – and was barely 10 years previous when he first joined the present
Since he departed the programme he has taken on cleaning soap roles within the likes of Docs and Casualty (pictured in 2012)
Oliver Stokes, now 25, performed Michael Garvey all through the primary seven collection of the ITV sitcom – and was barely 10 years previous when he first joined the present.
Since he departed the programme he has taken on cleaning soap roles within the likes of Docs and Casualty.
Nonetheless, he has since stepped away from the limelight and as an alternative works as a tradesman.
He instructed The Mirror in October: ‘It obtained to a degree the place I simply thought I needed an earnings each month assured, as an alternative of not understanding when your subsequent job goes to come back.
‘I would like to get again into the longer term if the fitting factor took place however who is aware of?’
He additionally has a toddler, Archie, and enjoys fishing in his spare time which led him to open a fish bait firm known as Lively Baits.
Tony Maudsley – Kenneth Du Beke
Tony Maudsley performed fan-favourite character, hairdresser Kenneth Du Beke, who was on the present from 2011 till the tip
He then joined Coronation Road as George Shuttleworth in 2020 – the late Archie Shuttleworth’s son, and has beforehand stated he has no plans to go away the cleaning soap anytime quickly
Tony Maudsley performed fan-favourite character, hairdresser Kenneth Du Beke, who was on the present from 2011 till the tip.
He joined Jake Canuso in reprising his position for the Benidorm Stay reveals between 2018 and 2019.
Tony went on to star within the BBC Two Chilly Struggle drama collection Summer season of Rockets as Spearman again in 2019.
He then joined Coronation Road as George Shuttleworth in 2020 – the late Archie Shuttleworth’s son, and has beforehand stated he has no plans to go away the cleaning soap anytime quickly.
The actor took to Twitter in 2020 to substantiate the excellent news, and instructed followers he ‘could not be happier’ at his new half.
Alongside an image of a newspaper clipping about his position, he wrote: ‘Sure I can certainly affirm this to be true. I am happy to be staying at my @itv house and heading to Weatherfield and I for one, could not be happier.’
Hannah Hobley – Chantelle Garvey
Hannah Hobley portrayed younger mum Chantelle ‘Telle’ Garvey within the Brits overseas TV present from 2007 to 2009
She introduced her being pregnant by paying tribute to her time on the present taking part in Chantelle
Hannah Hobley portrayed younger mum Chantelle ‘Telle’ Garvey within the Brits overseas TV present from 2007 to 2009.
She tied the knot along with her husband Nathan Hobley-Smith again in 2023 and the couple share a younger daughter collectively.
She introduced her being pregnant by paying tribute to her time on the present taking part in Chantelle.
She confirmed off her rising child bump in 2022 in an announcement tracksuit which appeared awfully just like the one she wore on the ITV present.
In facet by facet snaps, she wrote: ‘Spot the distinction…
‘Simply to clarify- that is NOT a hoax. Thanks to everybody on your variety messages. Love from Hannah, Nathan & Bump x.’
Her different appearing credit additionally embody roles in BBC present Cranford and varied pantomime productions.
Hannah additionally delighted followers by returning to the Solana resort along with her infant in 2023, joking: ‘It is EXACTLY THE SAME! Simply again with a distinct child this time…’
Steve Pemberton – Mick Garvey
Steve Pemberton appeared in Benidorm collection six as dad Mick Garvey, who typically clashed together with his mother-in-law Madge (Sheila Reid)
He left the present in 2015 concurrently Siobhan Finneran, who performed his on-screen spouse Janice Garvey
The actor has since appeared in a slew of various reveals and flicks and is likely one of the most recognisable faces within the comedy circuit
Steve Pemberton appeared in Benidorm collection six as dad Mick Garvey, who typically clashed together with his mother-in-law Madge (Sheila Reid).
He left the present in 2015 concurrently Siobhan Finneran, who performed his on-screen spouse Janice Garvey.
The actor has since appeared in a slew of various reveals and flicks and is likely one of the most recognisable faces within the comedy circuit.
He co-wrote the hit BBC comedy Inside No.9 with Reece Shearsmith, with the programme making its debut on BBC Two in 2014.
The darkish comedy, which has since ended, featured appearances from the likes of Sheridan Smith, Sir Derek Jacobi, Alison Steadman, the late Helen McCrory, and Keeley Hawes.
His different credit embody the sitcom Psychoville, Amazon’s Good Omens, and Brassic, which has just lately been cancelled.
The actor, who lives in London together with his companion and their three kids, additionally bagged roles in Physician Who, Whitechapel, and Completely happy Valley.
Siobhan Finneran – Janice Garvey
After leaving the present along with her on-screen husband in 2015, Siobhan Finneran continued her unimaginable appearing profession in a slew of high-profile reveals
Siobhan went on to play Clare Cartwright in Completely happy Valley – the sister of Sarah Lancashire’s Catherine Cawood
After leaving the present along with her on-screen husband in 2015, Siobhan Finneran continued her unimaginable appearing profession in a slew of high-profile reveals.
When she introduced her departure from Benidorm on the time of leaving, she instructed What’s On TV: ‘We had been in a horrible state. It was our choice to cease, but it surely was nonetheless heartbreaking. Quite a lot of visitor stars – sensible folks like David Bradley – have stated it is a deal with of a job, and so they’re proper.
‘So it was actually, actually upsetting to say goodbye to the forged and crew. You realize you are not going to work with them ever once more. Then to come back house and suppose, ‘Blimey, we have really accomplished it’, is sort of one thing.’
Siobhan went on to play Clare Cartwright in Completely happy Valley – the sister of Sarah Lancashire’s Catherine Cawood.
She has additionally appeared in The Stranger on Netflix, crime drama The Moor Facet, and BBC comedy The Different One.
Adam Gillen – Liam Conroy
Adam Gillen appears worlds away from his fresh-faced holidaymaker character Liam Conroy – 13 years after first showing on the small display
And now Adam appeared unrecognisable as he has ditched his iconic ginger locks and clean-shaven face for a bushy beard and bleached hair do
Adam Gillen appears worlds away from his fresh-faced holidaymaker character Liam Conroy – 13 years after first showing on the small display.
The actor starred within the ITV sitcom from 2011 till its conclusion in 2018, taking part in the position of Les Conroy’s son, performed by Tim Healy, 70.
And now Adam appeared unrecognisable as he has ditched his iconic ginger locks and clean-shaven face for a bushy beard and bleached hair do.
The clumsy character was initially a holidaymaker, who had travelled to Benidorm to go to his father Les Conroy, who labored on the Solana Resort.
In collection 5, Liam joined the Solana workforce as a upkeep employee, nonetheless, within the collection finale, the lad leaves the Solana to pursue a profession with Kenneth Du Beke within the Blow ‘n’ Go Salon.
These days the actor will be seen slicing a slimmer body and carrying a collection of stylish outfits as he enjoys life together with his canine and companion, Laila Zaidi.
The actress starred within the ultimate collection of Benidorm the place she joined the forged as Rob’s girlfriend Cyd.
But she discovered love in actual life and her and Adam have been relationship since they met on set in 2018.
Adam usually shares snaps of the pair collectively together with, meals out, canine walks and New Yr’s Eve celebrations.
He has remained in appearing however has taken his expertise to the stage and is at the moment starring because the Emcee within the West Finish manufacturing of Cabaret on the Package Kat Membership.
Johnny Vegas – Geoff Maltby
Comic Johnny Vegas appeared as ‘The Oracle’ Geoff Maltby within the ITV present from 2007 to 2009, earlier than returning for a second stint from 2015 to 2017
His character was an avid pub quizzer who would arrive on the iconic resort yearly together with his mom
Comic Johnny Vegas appeared as ‘The Oracle’ Geoff Maltby within the ITV present from 2007 to 2009, earlier than returning for a second stint from 2015 to 2017.
His character was an avid pub quizzer who would arrive on the iconic resort yearly together with his mom.
Since leaving, he continued as a profitable comedian and grew to become an everyday panellist on the BBC quiz present QI and in addition to Celeb Gogglebox.
He additionally bagged his personal present on Channel 4 in 2021 known as Johnny Vegas: Stick with it Glamping, the place he joined his assistant Bev and a gang of classic bus fanatics to create the nation’s coolest website out of previous, repurposed automobiles.
The comic, whose actual title is Michael Pennington, sadly misplaced his father Lawrence in 2017.
Johnny has additionally been open together with his struggles with ADHD in recent times and has admitted that his ‘mind locks’ when confronted with easy selections.
Tim Healy – Leslie Conroy
Tim Healy was one other member of the forged who remained in Benidorm from the present’s starting to finish a she performed resort receptionist Leslie Conroy
Whereas he is taken a step again from TV, he has joined his well-known singer son on stage quite a few instances
Tim Healy was one other member of the forged who remained in Benidorm from the present’s starting to finish a she performed resort receptionist Leslie Conroy.
Nonetheless, Tim was struck down by a thriller sickness and briefly ‘died’ whereas filming the sitcom in Spain, the present’s author revealed.
The actor fell right into a coma for days and it was reported that he was ‘combating for his life’.
Creator Derren had no selection however to jot down his character Lesley out of collection 9 of the hit ITV comedy-drama collection, nonetheless he returned in collection 10 after he recovered.
He additionally identified for his well-known household, together with his ex-wife being Free Ladies star Denise Welch and his son Matty reaching excessive ranges of stardom because the frontman of The 1975.
Whereas he is taken a step again from TV, he has joined his well-known singer son on stage quite a few instances.
