August 16th 2024.
Janis Levy, the famous 'Flake girl' from Cadbury's iconic adverts, has left behind her showbiz life and moved to Los Angeles. Her role in the chocolate brand's ad campaign made her a household name and she was the face of the brand for a longer period than anyone else.
The ads were a hit in the 1980s, with their combination of indulgence and sensuality, featuring stars enjoying chocolate in various settings. Janis became a breakout star at the young age of 17 and soon found herself mingling with Hollywood A-listers like Dame Joan Collins and Sylvester Stallone. She also appeared in over 50 other commercials, including TSB, Fair Liquid, and Toblerone, never forgetting her confectionery roots. In fact, chat show host Des O'Connor once introduced her as the "most famous face on TV whose name you don't know".
Thanks to her success as a Flake girl, Janis caught the attention of cast director Maude Spector, who offered her a role in the crime drama Remingston Steele. But after 14 years in LA, she decided to leave the glitz and glamour behind and focus on her family and the family business.
In an interview with the Mirror, Janis revealed that she had a wonderful time in LA but ultimately chose to come back home when she had her daughter. Her late father was a hairdresser who trained in Paris and went on to open his own salon in London. Following in his footsteps, Janis is now the owner and creative director of Hair Development, a company that stays true to her father's East End roots.
Hair Development has provided hair and extensions for popular films like Pirates of the Caribbean and Lord of the Rings, as well as TV shows like Strictly Come Dancing. But they also help people with alopecia or those who have gone through chemotherapy, making a real difference in their lives. Janis says, "It's a very sensitive subject and we take care of so many people. It can really boost their confidence and make them feel better about themselves."
Reflecting on her transition from being in front of the camera to working behind the scenes, Janis says it's a big change from her days in LA, where looking after oneself was the top priority. Now, she is focused on helping others and is grateful for the opportunity to do so.
If you have a celebrity story or pictures, you can get in touch with Janis and her team at Hair Development by emailing them, calling them, or visiting their website. They are always happy to hear from you!
[This article has been trending online recently and has been generated with AI. Your feed is customized.]
[Generative AI is experimental.]
