Former Coronation Street, Hollyoaks Stars Land New Roles in Major TV, Film Projects

Several British soap stars have recently secured new and diverse acting roles following their departures or ongoing careers in popular series. Bill Fellows, known for his role in Coronation Street, will guest star in an upcoming episode of Casualty as Terry, a pharmacy delivery driver involved in a dramatic storyline about stolen morphine and gang violence. Adam Hussain, who played Aadi Alahan on Coronation Street since 2020, has left the soap to pursue new opportunities, including a role in a horror film and starring in the short film Spice For Life, which explores foster care experiences. Hollyoaks alumna Lauren McQueen has transitioned to a period drama, starring as Seema, a sex worker, in the Outlander prequel Blood of My Blood, marking a significant shift from her previous soap roles. These career moves highlight the actors' efforts to diversify their portfolios and take on challenging, varied roles beyond their soap opera beginnings.