May 17th 2024.
Kieron Richardson, known for his role as Ste Hay on Hollyoaks, gave us a sneak peek into what's in store for both his character and the show as a whole. Brace yourselves, because if you love twists and turns, you're in for a wild ride. According to Richardson, there are multiple game-changing storylines on the horizon that will leave fans shocked and on the edge of their seats.
Hollyoaks, a beloved soap that has been on air for three decades, is currently experiencing a resurgence under the leadership of boss Hannah Cheers. With gripping storylines that have left fans speechless, it's safe to say that the show is in its prime. However, there was a surprise in store when it was announced that the show will be reducing its episodes from five to three per week. This decision was based on new research that suggests three episodes is the optimal amount for viewers. Unfortunately, this change resulted in 130 staff members being let go, including 20 cast members.
Despite this unfortunate news, Hollyoaks is determined to handle the transition in a way that only they can - with a bang. The show will kick off its new era with an autumn stunt, followed by a time jump - a first for any UK soap. While details are being kept under wraps, Richardson gave us a glimpse into what we can expect for the autumn. Hint: it's going to be huge.
"I can tell you that the last week of five episodes, you can expect huge things. Huge, huge, huge things," teased Richardson. As a viewer himself, he's excited to see how the characters will be affected by the changes.
Moving on from the autumn plans, Richardson also discussed the current storylines that are playing out on screen. As for the court case that Ste has been dreading, Richardson promises that it will be a major turning point for his character. "Something huge happens on the date of the court case that will shock the audience. It's unexpected. It was unexpected for me when I read the scripts and I think the audience won't see this one coming," he revealed.
But before we get to September, there is still plenty of drama to unfold. Ste will be facing yet another shock, this time involving his kids Leah and Lucas. As viewers know, Lucas recently came out to Ste and the emotional scene left a lasting impact on both the characters and the audience. Richardson praised his co-star Oscar Curtis for his portrayal of Lucas and the touching father-son moment. As for Ste, he will be making amends for not being there for Lucas during his difficult time, even if it means getting involved in more illegal activities with Warren Fox.
"Ste is in up to his eyeballs in it and doesn't understand or know this world. He's always in a new crime that he has to lie to James about, because he obviously doesn't want him working for Warren," shared Richardson. But with each new twist, the stakes get higher and the consequences become more severe. It's a never-ending cycle for Ste, who is desperately trying to make things right for his family before his court date.
As for the future, Richardson couldn't reveal too much without spoiling the suspense for viewers. But he did mention that there will be more twists and turns for Ste, and it's anyone's guess what he'll get himself into next. One thing's for sure, we can't wait to see what Hollyoaks has in store for us.
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