January 8th 2025.
From 1998 to 2012, T4 was a staple on TV screens, captivating audiences with its fresh and trendy approach to youth culture. Among the talented hosts who graced the show was Anthony Crank, who was once known for his boyish looks but now, two decades after his time on T4, he looks quite different.
Each weekend, T4 took over Channel 4 with its irresistible mix of cool interviews with big stars, often from the music world, and fun banter between the hosts. The show would even have a special segment before the start of each episode, often featuring the Hollyoaks omnibus. And let's not forget the launchpad it provided for rising stars like Miquita Oliver, June Sarpong, and Steve Jones, to name a few.
Anthony was also part of the T4 family, gracing our screens from 2004 to 2005. During his time, he had the opportunity to chat with the likes of Angelina Jolie, Martin Scorsese, and the late Nelson Mandela. But perhaps one of his most memorable moments on the show was when he received a "bottom reading" from Jackie Stallone, who sadly passed away in 2020.
Interestingly, Anthony's journey to T4 began when he was scouted by a TV executive while on holiday in Ibiza. At the time, he was working for OK! magazine in London. "It all kicked off from there, really," he shared with Manchester Evening News. "T4 is like the Oxford and Cambridge of TV, where you learn your craft so well."
During his time on T4, Anthony rocked a long, brown hairstyle with a flicked fringe and spiked ends. But fast forward to 2025 and he's sporting a much shorter cut, complete with a beard and thick moustache. He's also a fitness enthusiast, regularly sharing snaps of his workouts on social media and boasting a more muscular physique.
After his stint on T4, Anthony went on to host for MTV, BBC's travel show Holiday, and ITV's Bingo Night Live before eventually returning to his hometown of Manchester around 2010. It was then that he achieved his dream job of joining the cast of Coronation Street. "If I got on that, I'd want to be a character who stays for the duration, like a new Ken Barlow," he once declared. And in 2022, he got his wish when he was cast as drug dealer Dean Turnbull, making recurring appearances on the beloved soap.
Aside from his impressive acting career, Anthony is also known for his open and honest discussions about his sexuality. As a proud gay man, he has spoken out about the impact of homophobia on his life, particularly during the AIDS epidemic. "I remember being a kid and being so aware of it," he shared with Liverpool ECHO. "The media's terrible reporting made everyone scared and made the world a very homophobic place to live in. It is a significant part of my life and my story, but mainly because of the fear it brought."
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