May 10th 2024.
Jeff Stewart, known for his role as PC Reg Hollis on the popular ITV drama The Bill, was recently spotted out and about in Hampstead, looking quite different from his clean-cut character. The 68-year-old actor sported a long grey beard, glasses, and a casual outfit consisting of a yellow t-shirt and orange shorts.
Jeff played PC Reg for an impressive 24 years, appearing in a total of 872 episodes. He also made appearances in other popular shows such as Crossroads and Doctor Who before landing the role of the beloved police officer. His character, known for his iconic catchphrase "get a move on," was a fan favorite and even had his own spin-off documentary series, The Bill Uncovered: Des and Reg, alongside his colleague Des Taviner.
However, in 2008, after 24 years of playing PC Reg, Jeff's character was written out of the show. This news came as a shock to the actor, and he later revealed that it had a serious impact on his mental health, leading him to attempt to take his own life. In a statement, Jeff expressed his love for acting and how it had become such an integral part of his life, making the sudden change difficult for him to process.
In his final scenes, PC Reg resigned from the police force after being emotionally traumatized by the death of several of his friends in an explosion. The show itself also underwent changes, such as a new time slot and the removal of its iconic theme tune, but unfortunately, it was ultimately cancelled in 2010.
Despite the challenges he faced after leaving The Bill, Jeff was recently seen out with a friend, looking happy and relaxed in his casual attire. It's clear that the actor has moved on from his time on the show and is enjoying life outside of the spotlight. As fans continue to remember and appreciate his iconic character, Jeff is living his life on his own terms.
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