Until 2010, Lonsdale played David Stockwell in the long-running television series Heartbeat. He also played Peter Barlow in Coronation Street in 1986, and appeared in a minor role as a repo man in the 1997 feature film The Full Monty. ... He's also had roles in the drama series Vera and The Bay.

What happened to David after Heartbeat?

In 1986, David appeared as young Peter Barlow in Coronation Street and the actor even had a small role in hugely popular 1997 film The Full Monty. Soon after Heartbeat wrapped, David had two more roles in Corrie (2011 and 2013) and also tried his hand at other soaps such as Casualty and Emmerdale.

When did David appear in Heartbeat?

David Stockwell was played by David Lonsdale and appeared in 3 occasional episodes as an occasional character in 1993 and 1995, and 256 episodes as a regular character from 1996 - 2010.

When did Lonsdale join heartbeat?

David joined the cast of Heartbeat for one episode of series three - in 1992. He played a young man called David Stockwell who was described as 'naïve and country loving.

Did Jason Durr have a stroke?

He was told in November his bosses were unable to insure him to appear on the programme any longer after he suffered a second stroke over the summer. Durr's personal life has also been more eventful than the average Heartbeat storyline. ... There were reports he would quit Heartbeat this year.

Zoom Meet with David Lonsdale (David Stockwell in Heartbeat)

Why did Bellamy leave Heartbeat?

Mark left Heartbeat to pursue further work elsewhere. At the time, the actor released a statement on his departure, hinting he was keen to explore more avenues away from acting.

What is Nick Berry the actor doing now?

And in 2012, 22 years since he left Albert Square, Nick briefly returned to EastEnders, for the funeral of his on-screen mother Pat Butcher. Now, the actor appears to live a quiet life away from the screens altogether, residing with his family in Epping, Essex.

Who has died from Heartbeat?

Tragically, Bill passed away in 2019 at the age of 79. Heartbeat co-star Jason Durr, who played Mike Bradley in the iconic show, shared his condolences, posting on Twitter at the time: "So sad to hear the passing of William Simons. A great actor and a lovely man.

Is Greengrass from Heartbeat still alive?

After suffering strokes that impaired his mobility, he made only infrequent acting appearances. He died in hospital at the age of 89, following an accident in March 2018.

Did Mrs Ventress ever appeared in Heartbeat?

His wife, "Mrs Ventress", is regularly referred to by name but has never appeared in person. However, the episode "Windows of Opportunity" included a number of shots of a ladies' keep fit group which Mrs Ventress was said to have attended, so she may have appeared on screen, albeit unidentified.

What happened to Gina's baby in heartbeat?

In the episode "Daniel", Gina went into labour after breaking up a fight between two men in the pub and was rushed to hospital where she gave birth to a premature baby boy called Daniel Oscar Bellamy. Daniel struggled to stay alive and had died within just two days.

Who took over from Greengrass in heartbeat?

Geoffrey Hughes - Vernon Scripps

Liverpool actor Geoffrey played Vernon Scripps, who replaced Greengrass as the loveable rogue in the village. He was also known to millions of viewers as Twiggy in The Royle Family, Onslow in Keeping Up Appearances and Coronation Street binman Eddie Yeats in the 1970s and 1980s.

Did William Simons smoke?

Although playing a heavy smoker, Simons was a non-smoker in real life and was given herbal cigarettes to play the part. ... Simons was only absent from 4 subsequent episodes of Heartbeat throughout his entire stint playing constable Alf Ventress; during series 3.

Who played Adrian Miller in heartbeat?

Adrian Miller, was played by William Tapley and appeared in 2 episodes in 2001. He was originally accused of indecent assault but was found not guilty.

How did Geoffrey Hughes leave heartbeat?

Geoffrey left the show in series 14 and his character had a dramatic exit. Vernon faked his own suicide to escape the taxman. In series 16, he returned to try to claim inheritance and it was then revealed that he had begun a new life in Spain.

Who was Nick Berry's wife in Heartbeat?

Berry recorded the title song "Heartbeat" in 1992, a cover of the 1959 Buddy Holly hit, which reached number two in the UK singles chart and spawned a second album. His wife Rachel Robertson also appeared in the series in small one-off roles.

What was Greengrass's dog called?

Her lurcher, Tramp, played the part of Claude Jeremiah Greengrass's dog in the TV series Heartbeat for six years. It came about by chance after Tramp had retired from agility because of back problems.

What happened to Phil Bellamy's wife in heartbeat?

At the end of the 15th series, Barry turned up in Aidensfield to take Debbie and her children with him to start a new life in South Africa. Debbie suffered from incipient alcoholism, but she left the series before this storyline could be fully developed.