June 9th 2024.
Everyone knows that the world of soap operas can be a small one, with characters crossing over between different shows. But just how close are the connections between Emmerdale's William Ash and Coronation Street's Peter Ash? These two talented soap stars have been captivating audiences with their intense storylines, each playing a different role on their respective shows. And what many may not know is that they aren't just colleagues, but they're also cousins.
Peter, 39, shot to fame as Paul Foreman on the cobbled streets of Coronation Street, while his cousin Will, 47, joined the cast of Emmerdale as Caleb Milligan in 2022. Despite their rival careers, they share a strong bond off-screen, not just as family, but also as fellow soap actors. Both are currently tackling major storylines on their respective ITV shows, with Peter portraying Paul's battle with motor neurone disease, and Will's character Caleb dealing with the aftermath of his wife Ruby's hit and run accident that resulted in the death of another villager.
In a recent interview, Peter expressed his admiration for his cousin's work, saying, "He's doing great work. I'm loving it. I'm loving it, go on the Ash's." He also opened up about the challenges of portraying such a difficult storyline, admitting that he feels a lot of responsibility to do it justice and not cheapen the subject matter.
For Peter's cousin Will, his soap journey began on the set of Waterloo Road, where he played the troubled deputy head teacher. He fondly recalls joking with his sister over the phone, asking if she was in class while he was at work on the show. Her response? "No Will, I wouldn't answer the phone in class - this is not Waterloo Road!" It's moments like these that make their professional success even more special, knowing that they have the support of each other and their family.
As they both continue to deliver powerful performances on their respective shows, the cousins are also grateful to have each other to lean on during the ups and downs of the soap world. So if you have any soap or TV stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out - we'd love to hear from you. And make sure to stay updated on all things soaps by leaving a comment below and visiting our homepage.
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