June 18th 2024.
As we look ahead, TV icon Sherrie Hewson has opened up about her disdain for the term "soap actors" when referring to those who work on beloved soap operas. At 73 years old, Sherrie has become a seasoned pro in the industry, having appeared on popular shows like Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and most recently, Hollyoaks.
But Sherrie believes that labeling these actors as "soap actors" puts them in a separate category, which she believes is unjustified. "I hate soap actors being called soap actors, they are not, they are actors," she boldly stated. Having experienced the fast-paced and demanding environment of soap operas first hand, Sherrie described the sets as "extraordinary places" and expressed her admiration for the hard work that goes into each episode. "You take five scripts home at night, and you've learnt them by the next morning," she revealed.
During her appearance on Good Morning Britain, Sherrie elaborated on her thoughts. "They are wonderful actors, and they deliver the most incredible performances like that. It's extraordinary to watch," she gushed. "I'd been in the business a long time before I went on Corrie, but to watch people create, they are just amazing." She also praised the talented writers who challenge the actors with their incredible scripts.
Speaking of her time on Coronation Street, Sherrie shared her experience working with co-star Helen Worth, who recently announced her departure from the show after 50 years of playing Gail Platt. Host Susanna Reid suggested that actors on soaps should receive more recognition in the Honours system, to which Sherrie wholeheartedly agreed. "That goes for soaps, for comedy," she added. "They are brilliant. Helen should be recognised."
Sherrie has now joined the cast of Hollyoaks as Martha, the estranged grandmother of Sienna. During her interview, she commended the soap for being a trailblazer by streaming worldwide – a format that has become the norm in today's viewing habits. "None of us watch TV in the same way anymore, it's over the way we used to watch," she explained. "You used to watch an episode and then be excited for next Friday. That's gone. Hollyoaks has been brave to jump first and I'm in a new era at my age."
The popular soap has also announced major changes for 2024, including reducing its episode output to three a week and introducing an autumn stunt followed by a time jump – a first for a UK soap. In addition to her role on Hollyoaks, Sherrie also shared her hopes for a potential film adaptation of her hit sitcom Benidorm. "I think it would be brilliant, and it would be two-and-a-half hours as opposed to half-an-hour," she revealed. "I think it would be very funny. So that's what I'm up for."
For those who want to keep up with Hollyoaks, the show streams weeknights at 7:30pm on Channel 4's streaming platform or can be watched on TV at 7pm on E4. And for all the latest soap and TV news, be sure to stay tuned to our homepage and leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you!
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