Jason Manford told TV viewers to 'chill out' as he defended Starstruck co-star Sheridan Smith.
25.01.2022 - 16:36 / ok.co.uk
Actress Sheridan Smith has revealed she's far more comfortable playing a role in a TV show than she is presenting. During an interview ahead of the release of her new drama The Teacher, Sheridan admitted: "Acting will always be my passion. I did some presenting for a while and I loved those jobs – especially Pooch Perfect as I’m a mad dog lover.
"It was nice to have a go at something else. But I like being around other people and it’s escapism for me to play other characters. Plus, I don’t get nervous about acting jobs so much now, but I found the presenting quite nerve-racking.
"I’ll probably do less of it now we’re out of lockdown." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter . You can sign up at the top of the page. Sheridan, 40, is leading the cast of the new Channel 5 drama about a teacher who is accused having sex with a student.
Sheridan plays Jenna Garvey – the teacher in question – and revealed that her character is "flawed and complex." She explained: "There are so many layers to her, and I love the fact that you don’t know if she’s telling the truth or not. Sometimes characters written for women can be quite bland, but I love playing people who are flawed and complex like Jenna." Become an OK! VIP and see all our exclusives - for free! Become an OK! VIP and you will unlock access to all of our big exclusives... Be the first to meet the latest showbiz babies, see the most sought after wedding pictures of the year, or take a guided tour around your favourite star's lavish multi-million pound home - all for free! Sign up here Sheridan continued: "She’s got a drink problem, she’s lost her mum, has a really strained relationship with her dad and she
.Jason Manford told TV viewers to 'chill out' as he defended Starstruck co-star Sheridan Smith.
Sheridan Smith's appearance on the show. The Doncaster actress was one of four who made up the judging panel on the show which has been likened to Stars In Their Eyes.
Lily James has appeared to address the infamous photos of her kissing fellow actor Dominic West, which caused a huge scandal back in October 2020.The Pam and Tommy star, 32, who filmed Pursuit of Love with The Affair's lead star, was shown having a cozy meal with then-married Dominic. The 52 year old father-of-four, who shares Dora, 16, Senan, 14, Francis, 13, with his wife Catherine Fitzgerald, and 24 year old daughter Martha with ex Polly Astor, was then pictured leaning in to kiss Lily.
Sheridan Smith reportedly wants a reunion with her former fiancé, Jamie Horn. The actress is said to want another chance to make things work with the father of her child, after they ended their three year relationship last July. A source told Heat Magazine: "Sheridan would love to have more children and give Billy a brother or sister - but she wants the dad to be Jamie." The 40 year old star shares baby son Billy with her ex, whom she met on Tinder.
Will Smith has received his third Oscar nomination this morning, earning his place on the Best Actor list for his role in King Richard. Smith played Richard Williams, the father of tennis players Venus and Serena Williams, in a story charting the early days of their careers, and his role in the movie has been a favorite with critics and guilds all season long. In addition to pending nominations from SAG, BAFTA, and Critics’ Choice, Smith has already claimed prizes from several critics groups. It is a long-overdue return to the Oscars spotlight for Smith, whose turn in Warner Bros.’ King Richard, written by Zach Baylin and directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, has been recognized 15 years on from his last citation by the Motion Picture Academy.
As viewers tuned into watch ITV's brand new drama No Return on Monday evening, fans couldn't help being distracted.
Drama fans were tuning in to Channel 5 on Monday night for the broadcaster's latest offering.