June 8th 2024.
Is it a good or bad day for casting directors? It's hard to say, as the jury is still out on that one! Recently, there has been some buzz about the latest addition to the cast of Neighbours – none other than Chrishell Stause from Selling Sunset. Fans of the popular reality TV show will recognize her as the confident and successful realtor, but what many may not know is that she has a background in soap operas. Stause got her start on the iconic US soaps All My Children and Days of Our Lives before making it big on Netflix's hit property series. Now, she is set to join the Neighbours cast as the mysterious businesswoman, Yasmine Shields.
The announcement of Stause's casting came as a surprise to both Neighbours and Selling Sunset fans. However, it's not uncommon for familiar faces to pop up unexpectedly in the world of Soapland. In fact, there have been many memorable cameos from celebrities over the years. Let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of these iconic moments.
One of the most memorable cameos was from none other than Ed Sheeran himself, who made an appearance on the Australian soap Home & Away in 2015. The singer played himself as he reunited with his former nanny, Marilyn Chambers, who had looked after him as a child in England. Although Marilyn hadn't realized how famous Ed had become, fans were thrilled to see him on their screens. In an interview, Ed revealed that he had a great time filming the cameo and would be open to doing more in the future.
Another unexpected guest star was British politician Boris Johnson, who made a brief appearance on EastEnders in 2009. At the time, Johnson was the Mayor of London, and his cameo caused quite a stir. In the scene, he stops by The Queen Vic for a pint and catches the eye of the iconic landlady Peggy Mitchell. Despite her initial plans to give him a piece of her mind, she ends up fawning over him. His cameo sparked some controversy, with some questioning whether the BBC should be portraying a Tory MP on such a popular show. However, the broadcaster defended their decision, stating that it was in line with their editorial guidelines and the principle of due impartiality.
In 2019, TV personality Lorraine Kelly made an appearance on Coronation Street. Although she may be known for her bubbly personality on her daytime show, her acting skills were put to the test in this cameo. In the scene, Corrie regulars Audrey Roberts and Gail Platt accidentally shoot Lorraine in the leg during an archery session. Despite her lackluster performance, Lorraine admitted that it was a fun experience and enjoyed being a part of the iconic soap.
Dancing on Ice judges Torvill and Dean also made a cameo on Emmerdale in 2002. The Olympic ice skaters were enlisted to help Belle Dingle propose to Tom King, making for a memorable and romantic moment. And speaking of Dancing on Ice, in 2021, the show's superfan Rag'n'Bone Man crossed off a major item on his bucket list by joining the cast of EastEnders. His character, Rocky Cotton, performed at a carol concert fundraiser for Mick Carter and Janine Butcher's wedding. Fans were also treated to some hilarious social media content featuring Jessie Wallace and Linda Henry, who play Kat and Shirley on the show.
In 2007, Neighbours filmed a special set of episodes in London, bringing in a star-studded lineup of guest stars. Among them was Sinitta, who made a cameo along with Emma Bunton, Sir Michael Parkinson, Neil Morrissey, and Jo Whiley. The singer's outfit may have been more low-key than her iconic ensembles on The X Factor, but it was still a memorable moment in the show's history.
And finally, we can't forget about Janet Street Porter's appearance on Neighbours in 2019. As part of a series of challenges to celebrate Loose Women's 20th anniversary, Janet achieved one of her biggest life ambitions by starring in the soap. She played herself and even had a connection with one of the show's actresses, Colette Mann, whom she worked with in Australia in the 80s. Although she struggled to remember her co-star's name, Janet had a great time on set and cherished the experience.
In 2021, brothers AJ and Curtis Pritchard made their acting debut on Hollyoaks as a pair of dancing brothers. Their roles weren't too much of a stretch, as they both have a background in dance. However, their acting skills were less than impressive, making for some hilarious memes and comments on social media. Curtis later admitted that their performance was at a "GCSE grade level," but it was still a memorable moment in the show's history.
From music superstars to politicians and TV personalities, there have been many unexpected and memorable cameos in Soapland over the years. Who knows who will pop up next on our screens? Only time will tell, but we can't wait to see!
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