Reading Level for the Star Horse by Margaret Greaves

Always wondered what happened to the 'pupils' of Grange Hill after they left? Discover out past reading our detailed guide! Entries are sorted by the engagement of their first appearance in the series with 1978 cast at the starting time and 1990 cast at the end of the article.

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TODD CARTY (Tucker Jenkins)

Subsequently leaving Grange Hill, Todd was given his own series 'Tucker'south Luck' which ran for three years. He then went on to play Mark Fowler in Eastenders until 2003, before joining 'The Bill' as the evil Gabriel Kent. Todd also made a brief return to Grange Colina in 2003, playing Tucker Jenkins once again, taking his nephew Patrick 'Togger' Johnson to schoolhouse. He then returned as Tucker for Grange Hill'southward terminal episode in September 2008. Marking has been busy directing television programmes including BBC Television set's 'Doctors', equally well as appearing as a contestant on ITV1'southward 'Dancing On Ice'. He's also toured extensively in theatre productions such as Spamalot, and in 2014 appeared equally a contestant on BBC TV'southward Celebrity Masterchef.

TERRY SUE PATT (Benny Greenish)

As the first student seen on screen, Benny Green was loved by viewers every bit he was drawn into Tucker'south schemes. A slap-up footballer both on and off-screen, Terry Sue Patt had trials for many London clubs and played aslope John Barnes. Although he was offered a role in spin off 'Tucker's Luck', he turned down the opportunity. Terry continued to act simply was also a very swell stencil artist, producing a wide trunk of work. Terry was a highly thought of and well-liked member of the cast. Terry died unexpectedly in 2015, just remained very proud of his work on Grange Hill. His expiry highlighted but what an iconic figure Benny Green had been on Children's tv set. You can read our exclusive interview with Terry here

PAUL McCARTHY (Tommy Watson)

Paul was a member of the original Grange Loma cast, playing Anthony  Underwood. However, he was invited back in Series Iii to play Tucker'due south mate Tommy Watson. After leaving Grange Hill, Paul went on to star in Tucker's Luck for three series. Since leaving Paul has racked upwardly numerous film and TV credits. In October 2004, Paul's daughter Matilda was born. Paul is office of the group Bang-up Fourth dimension who are currently recording their first anthology. He also completed work on the moving picture 'Through The Looking Glass' in which he played the lead. He now lives in Espana.

MICHELLE HERBERT (Trisha Yates)

Michelle played Trisha Yates for five years from Series 1. Subsequently leaving Grange Hill Michelle gave up acting and worked for a major sweet manufacturer. She did all the same brand a brief return every bit Trisha, in the concluding episode of Tucker's Luck. Michelle moved to Dundee in the early 1990s to bring up her family, where she works alongside her hubby running their family glazing business concern; All Glass and Glazing. In 2015, Michelle had to have a mastectomy after being diagnosed with breast cancer.She later spoke to a national paper to heighten awareness of a lesser-known symptom of cancer. The interview can be read here.

LUCINDA DUCKETT (Ann Wilson)

Ann Wilson was one of Grange Hill's original female pupils and wasted no fourth dimension in getting herself voted onto the school council. However after just one series, Ann left Grange Loma when her father'southward job meant her family had to move abroad. In reality, the actress Lucinda Duckett who played Ann was unavailable to appear in the second series for a similar reason. Subsequently leaving school, Lucinda trained every bit a journalist and worked in Fleet Street. In 1988 she moved to Sydney, Australia, to continue her piece of work as a journalist. Lucinda now trains journalists for a major newspaper company in Australia. She is married to Tim and has two young daughters. Lucinda gave birth to her third child in July 2005. Sectional interview with Lucinda Duckett

DONALD WAUGH (Joseph 'Hughesy' Hughes)

An original fellow member of Tucker and Trisha'due south class, scaredy-cat Hughesy was played by Donald Waugh. Every bit a child thespian Donald had appeared in numerous Boob tube and motion picture productions including Bugsy Malone and Are You Existence Served. Donald left Grange Hill later on iv series, to concentrate on his theatre career. He went on to be in the original Westward End cast of Cats and La Cage Aux Folles. After a successful career as an thespian, Donald went on to piece of work in a range of artistic industries before struggling with alcoholism. This lead to Donald losing his domicile and condign homeless, living on the streets for several years. Now back on his feet, Donald works with charities supporting other people who have been in the same situation. He attended the 2014 Grange Hill Memories Reunion.

VINCENT HALL (Michael Doyle)

Sly Michael Doyle and his gang clashed with everyone from Tucker Jenkins to Trisha Yates, yet in real life Vincent Hall was really proficient friends with his co-stars. Appearing from the start episode, Vincent was already an experienced child-histrion appearing in films with Roger Moore and Susannah York. After leaving the series in 1981, Vincent continued to act but eventually lost interest, becoming a delivery driver and going on to work in a supermarket. Vincent at present lives in Bognor and has been described equally existence 'very serenity and shy' compared to the 'bit of a lad he used to be'.

LYNDY BRILL (Cathy Hargreaves)

Lyndy made a large impression every bit Trisha'due south friend, Cathy Hargreaves. Not only was she lead astray by Madelin Tanner, she also got the cane for missing school to perform with her grouping. Lyndy was very disappointed to exist written out of Grange Hill in 1982, as she really enjoyed her time there. Lyndy went on to appear in the West End every bit 'The Mistress' in Evita during the mid 1980s. She continued to act, but somewhen gave up interim to work for an educational publishing company. Lyndy got married in 2003 and also gave birth to her first child.

RUTH 'Rudi' DAVIS (Penny Lewis)

Joining the cast in Serial 2, as a replacement for Ann Wilson, Penny Lewis was the bossy but efficient school quango rep. Played by Ruth 'Rudi' Davies, the grapheme of Penny was dynamic and non afraid to vox her thoughts in person or via the schoolhouse magazine. The character was written out in Series 4 later a 'horse riding accident', whilst Ruth Davis completed her exams, only returned briefly in Series five. Rudi Davis continued to act, but somewhen gave this up to raise a family. The girl of author Beryl Bainbridge, Rudi recently spoke at several literary events, celebrating the launch of an official biography about her belatedly mother. She is married to the writer/Actor Mick Ford.

LINDA SLATER (Susi McMahon)

Initially just seen equally Penny Lewis' companion, Susi McMahon (played by Linda Slater)soon became a fully fledged grapheme in her ain right. Standing up for others, condign an expert in Judo, also every bit being Alan Humphries' girlfriend, Susi besides appeared in spin-off Tucker's Luck. Subsequently leaving the graphic symbol of Susi behind, Linda connected to human activity, simply eventually gave information technology upward to run her own wedding planning business organisation. Becoming a presenter on QVC, a adventure meeting lead to Linda being reunited with Grange Loma'southward floor managing director Graham Theakston. Linda and Graham were together for viii years, but in 2014 Graham died from a rare form of cancer. This inspired Linda to prepare her charity The Proficient Grief Trust, which is supported by many Grange Loma bandage members, including Todd Carty who is a patron.

SHEILA CHANDRA (Sudhamani Patel)

Quietly put upon Sudhamani was a diligent student who was befriended past Trisha Yates and Cathy Hargreaves. Played by Sheila Chandra, Sudhamani appeared in series 2-4.Later on leaving Grange Hill, Sheila went into music, having a top ten hit with 'Ever And so Solitary' as the lead singer of Monsoon. Afterwards condign a solo singer, Sheila became one of the globe'due south leading artists on the Asian Fusion music scene, before 'Burnt Mouth Syndrome' caused her to give united states of america singing and rendered her barely able to speak. Likewise as numerous albums, Sheila has besides published a volume 'Banish Clutter Forever' and is currently preparing a follow up. READ OUR INTERVIEW WITH SHEILA HERE

SARA SUGARMAN (Jessica Samuels)

SAG activist Jessica Samuels was backside the entrada to ban school compatible, and also launched a lunchtime protestation in the school canteen during Series 2. Jessica was played past Sara Sugarman who, later a serial of television roles stepped behind the camera to direct the successful honor-winning film 'Very Annie Mary' starring Rachel Griffiths. She trained at RADA between 1986-9 winning the Best Actress medal. She was married to the histrion David Thewlis. Sara continues to work in the picture show manufacture and in 2004 directed the Disney characteristic 'Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen' starring Lindsey Lohan. In 2012 she released her self penned and directed film 'Vinyl'.

MR 'BULLET' BAXTER – (Michael Cronin)

Well known as a character actor, with roles in series such equally 'Fawlty Towers', it was his role as no nonsense PE Teacher, Mr Baxter, that Michael is best known for. Michael joined Grange Hill in 1979 and saw his character promoted to Deputy Head, earlier eventually leaving to run a leisure centre. Since leaving Grange Hill in 1987, Michael has continued to act, taking on a range of television and theatre roles, including parts in a touring production of Hamlet and ITVs 'The Mayor Of Casterbridge'. He about recently appeared in BBCTV'due south 'Merlin' and ITVs 'Vera'. Michael reprised his part equally Mr Baxter in the ITV sit-com 'The Grimleys' during the late 1990s. Equally well every bit acting, Michael has recently published 3 very successful children's novels for Oxford University Press. His beginning novel, Against the Mean solar day, was shortlisted for the Angus Book Honour. He has as well written two film scripts, No Final Truth and Stealing the Burn, both broadcast in the 1990s. Michael lives in London.

Mr 'SOOTY' SUTCLIFFE – James Wynn

'Sooty' Sutcliffe was the dynamic and popular English language and Drama instructor, who was romantically attached to boyfriend instructor Miss Mooney. Despite educatee Cathy Hargreaves having a shell on him, Mr Sutcliffe remained professional person to the end. He left Grange Hill afterwards breaking off his engagement. Actor James Wynn left Grange Hill to work for the BBC and in 1983 he gained a place on their Film Directors' Course and went on to work on a range of programmes including Jim'll Gear up It, Comic Relief, Noel Edmonds and Songs of Praise. In the Independent sector he directed documentary programmes for Granada, STV and TVS. In 1991 he set up up CVP Communications to make films and videos for the charity sector and has since directed and produced work for a range of major charities and international relief organisations, shooting in United mexican states, India and Federal democratic republic of ethiopia.

In 1997 he and his wife Anna left London with their two daughters. Armed with the money from the auction of their ii bed-roomed terrace house and a desire for more infinite, they bought Saltford Estate, England'south oldest house. James is currently writing a book about the history of this fascinating house.

READ OUR INTERVIEW WITH JAMES HERE

ANTONI KARRAMANOPOLIS – (Vivian 'Vinny' Mann)

Antoni Karramanopolis first appeared in Series 2, constantly falling asleep after spending his evenings working for his father. Two years after the character was written out later on plummeting to his death from the elevation of a multi-storey motorcar park. After leaving Grange Loma, Vivian, working under the proper name Vinny Isle of mann,carried on acting in a variety of dissimilar productions. During the 90s Vinny signed a record deal with his band Velcro Fly. He as well had a successful career every bit a model. Vinny continues to act and sing professionally.

READ OUR Sectional INTERVIEW WITH VINNY Hither

CHRISTOPHER 'STEWPOT' STEWART (Mark Burdiss)

Mark played 'Stewpot' for five series until 1985, during which time he also recorded and released the theme tune for a picture show. Since leaving Grange Hill, Marker has continued to deed, appearing in 'Operation Skillful Guys' aslope his brother (and series writer) Ray. Mark besides had a semi regular office in 'The Bill' every bit the blood brother of one of the officers. Marker has also recorded numerous adverts, and is particularly well remembered equally the face of Morrison'due south Supermarket and more recently 'Kev' in The AA'due south 'Bev and Kev' adverts. A swell follower of professional battle, Mark can often exist seen on televised bouts as a referee.

PRECIOUS MATTHEWS (Dulice Liecier)

Precious Matthews was non afraid to stand up for herself and Dulice's virtually high profile part since leaving Grange Hill saw her playing an even more feisty grapheme ; an FBI agent in the 1987 James Bond pic 'The Living Daylights'. Earlier Grange Loma, Dulice was one of the child singers on Pink Floyd's striking unmarried 'Some other Brick In The Wall'. In late 2004, a court case ruled that Dulice and some of her boyfriend singers were due royalties from utilise of the song. Incidentally the vocal was used at the beginning of Serial 6 of Grange Hill whilst Dulice was however starring every bit Precious. Dulice continues to perform as a vocalizer but prefers to avoid the limelight.

CLAIRE SCOTT – Paula-Ann Bland

Claire Scott is one of the 1980s best remembered characters. Brought up by over protective parents, Claire commencement caused a stir by fantasising virtually teacher Mr Hopwood in her diary, leading to her begetter attacking the object of her affection! Claire and then enjoyed a romance with Stewpot, earlier discovering he was seeing Annette Firman backside her back! Claire was played past actress Paula Ann Bland, who is originally from Newcastle. Her success in Grange Hill lead to Paula being offered a record bargain with Kay-Drum Records, with whom she released a cover version of 'The Locomotion'. After leaving Grange Hill in 1985, Paula connected interim, making appearances in TV series like 'Spender' and various British films. In 1988, Paula acquired a stir by appearing topless for a special photo shoot in Mayfair magazine. Paula continued to act into the early 1990s, but at present, having spent several years living and working in LA, has returned to London. Paula is kept decorated past running her ain highly successful PR company and bringing upwardly her family unit.

SUZANNE ROSS – Susan Tully

Anti-authority and with a real chip on her shoulder, Suzanne Ross (played by Susan Tully) became one of Grange Hill's near pop rebels. Able to stand up to bullies like Gripper Stebson and Headmistress Mrs McCluskey, Suzanne Ross somewhen left Grange Hill earlier completing her exams, a decision she would live to regret, despite finally winning her battle well-nigh wearing her own wearing apparel in schoolhouse. In reality, Susan Tully headed to Albert Square to play Michelle Fowler, one of the original cast in BBC Television's Eastenders. Playing Michelle for ten years until 1995, Susan went on to go a television director, working on programmes such as Eastenders, The Nib, Stella and Truckers. Extremely private, Susan prefers life behind the camera, and has become ane of the most highly respected directors in television receiver.

GRIPPER STEBSON – Mark Savage

Every school has a bully, just few had 1 quite as fearsome as Grange Hill'south Norman 'Gripper' Stebson. Whether it was extorting dinner money, hounding Roland Browning or starting a race riot inside Grange Hill, Gripper was unpopular with staff and pupils alike. Actor Mark Savage establish that the public weren't always able to distinguish betwixt fact and fiction; despite playing such a horrible graphic symbol Mark was very popular with the cast and was the exact opposite to the graphic symbol of Gripper. Afterwards leaving Grange Hill, Marking continued to deed appearing in Just Good Friends. He was personally asked by Morrissey to appear in the video for his single Dagenham Dave and is even mentioned in Morrissey's 2014 autobiography. Marker continues to act on phase and in films.

READ OUR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH MARK

Mr 'SCRUFFY' McGUFFY – Fraser Cains

Few teachers made the impact 'Scruffy' McGuffy did on Grange Colina. With his scruffy dress and involvement in the pupils' well beingness, he was not thought of highly by other staff, specially headteacher Mrs McLuskey. Withal, when he was sacked, the pupils started a protest march to become him reinstated. Fraser Cains left Grange Hill in 1984, but continues to act, particularly in his homeland of Wales. Fraser is a fluent Welsh speaker and until 2004 played the part of Mr Nott is S4C'southward Treflan, equally well equally taking numerous theatre roles.

MISS MOONEY – (Lucinda Gane )

Lucinda played dizzy science teacher Miss Mooney in the early 80s and was originally introduced every bit a love interest for Mr Sutcliffe, before becoming a very popular graphic symbol in her own correct. Afterward leaving Grange Hill, Lucinda returned to her first beloved, the theatre, playing a wide range of roles. She continued to act, merely more recently has moved into theatre production, setting upwardly her own visitor with respected writer and extra Kay Adshead called 'Mama Quillo'. Grange Hill Gilt is sad to report that Lucinda passed away on October 6^thursday 2006 as a result of cancer, only days subsequently completing an interview for our site.

READ OUR INTERVIEW WITH LUCINDA HERE

MATTHEW CARTWRIGHT (Nicholas Pandolfi)

Brother of Pamela Cartwright, Matthew was clever and quiet, and too a prime target for Gripper Stebson and his gang of bullies. Nicholas Pandolfi spent two years every bit Matthew, but left Grange Loma in club to pursue other acting opportunities. Nicholas has a range of television and movie credits to his name, but now works in radio equally a presenter and vocalization over artist. He continues to pursue acting and presenting work.

Sectional interview with Nicholas Pandolfi

TRACEY EDWARDS (Mandy Mealing)

Tracey was Duane Orpington's best friend when they joined Grange Hill at the start of Series 3. However, Tracey's time at Grange Loma was set to be brief after she was the victim of a 'cast clearout' before Series 4 began. Mandy continued to act (sometimes under the name Amanda Mealing) and notched up numerous television and motion-picture show credits including 'The House Of Elliott' and 'Four Weddings And A Funeral'. Amanda successfully overcame breast cancer and worked difficult to promote the support she had received as an ambassador for Breast Cancer Intendance. Between 2004 -10, Amanda played the Connie Beauchamp, a much loved-to-be-hated character, in BBC TV's 'Holby Metropolis'. She continues to act and lives on a subcontract in Lincolnshire with her husband and her 2 children.

LEE MACDONALD (Zammo Maguire)

After 6 years as Zammo,Lee left Grange Hill with critical acclamation for his portrayal of Zammo's boxing with heroin habit. Lee had e'er been interested in boxing and continued to develop his skill to a loftier level. Unfortunately a car accident in the early 1990s left Lee unable to box over again. Lee has made several TV appearances since leaving Grange Loma, including an episode of The Nib in which his girlfriend was played by Melissa Wilkes, who also played his girlfriend Jackie Wright in Grange Loma! Lee ready upwards a successful central-cutting business in London, where he works today. Lee recently attended a Grange Hill 'Just Say No' reunion (screened on Channel four) and besides recorded an interview for Radio One with Erkan Mustafa who played Roland Browning (run across pictures). He continues to make public appearances for charity events and appeared as a contestant on BBC3'south Celebrity Scissorhands, raising money for Children In Demand.

Read Grange Hill Gold's Exclusive Interview with Lee Macdonald

ERKAN MUSTAFA (Roland Browning)

Erkan played Roland Browning for half-dozen years and turned him into a true Tv icon. Suffering from horrific bullying at the hands of Gripper Stebson, by the time he left Grange Hill six year later Roland was able to stand for himself and had discovered a talent for foreign languages. Erkan, meanwhile, went on to star in two series of Lenny Henry'south sitcom 'Chef!' also every bit several episodes of Blackness Adder. He continues to act occasionally, nowadays Goggle box shows and along with Lee MacDonald (Zammo), makes a range of public appearances at charity events, as well every bit producing and directing.  Erkan was  instrumental in bringing the cast together for several clemency reunions.

Read Grange Hill Aureate's Exclusive Interview with Erkan Mustafa

ALISON BETTLES (Fay Lucas)

Fay Lucas is ane of Grange Loma'due south best remembered characters. This sporty and pop daughter caused a scandal when she began a relationship with teacher Mr King. Fay was played by Alison Bettles, whose mother, June, became one of Grange Hill'south chaperones. Afterwards leaving Grange Hill in 1987, Alison went on to appear in a special war-time episode of 'Eastenders'. She also had roles in other popular TV dramas, such as London's Called-for. Alison is married with four children, and runs the family business in her 'spare' fourth dimension! Alison's children have followed in their female parent'southward footsteps, with parts in several adverts and idiot box series. Her son Albert, won an laurels for 'Television Moment Of The Twelvemonth' for his portrayal equally 'The Boy' in the 2005 revival of Medico Who. It was his portrayal of a ghostly male child in a gas mask, crying 'Are you my Mummy?' that scared children across U.k.!

INTERVIEW WITH ALISON BETTLES

SIMONE NYLANDER (Janet St-Clair)

Diligent, kind and caring, Janet St-Clair will always exist remembered for her drastic attempts to help Roland Browning fit in to life at Grange Hill. Following Roland (who she referred to equally Ro-Land) around with her catchphrase 'I simply want to aid you Roland!', Janet St-Clair became a television legend! Played by Simon Nylander, Janet remained at Grange Hill until 1986. Slightly younger than the residue of her classmates, Simone continued to act after leaving Grange Hill and as well went into modelling. She tin can be seen on the comprehend of the En Vogue album Soul Bloom. Simone became close friends with actor Russell Brand whilst at academy, just after living with Brand, threw his belongings out onto the street (a fact recalled in his autobiography). Simone went on to have a successful career working for Simon Fuller's nineteen Management system, earlier condign a cardinal fellow member of a voice over business. She remains in regular contact with Erkan Mustafa who played Roland.

JULIANNE STEEL (Dianne Cooney)

Unhappy Dianne moved to Grange Hill and became the unfortunate 'new girl' who was on the receiving end of bullying from everyone from Sarah Wilkes to Roland Browning. Suffering from spots, and desperate to fit in, Diane fabricated herself ill by barely eating and also created a fictitious swain. Behind the scenes, actress Julianne Steel was much more popular than the character she spent iv years playing! After leaving Grange Loma, Julianne worked as a Personal Assistant at Heaven News, Lloyds Of London and the Weather Channel in the United states of america, before becoming interested in alternative therapies. Julieanne now runs Unclutter Your Life, a successful decluttering business, appearing at shows such equally Grand Designs Alive and The Ideal Home Show.

VINCENT MATTHEWS (Jeremy Irvine)

Jeremy Irvine made a big impression on his beau pupils, who eventually took a dislike to him subsequently uncovering the series of lies he'd told them. Jeremy then tragically drowned in the school pond pool in 1984. Vincent Matthews who played Jeremy for two years, now works on the other side of the camera, running his own production company which produces a range of features for clients all over the world. Having lived and worked in America, he has at present returned to England.

Exclusive interview with Vincent Matthews

TERRY KINSELLA – Jimmy 'Flynny' Flynn

Zammo's classmate, Jimmy 'Flynny' Flynn was often dragged into troublesome schemes past his friends or disagreements with Annette Firman. Played past Terry Kinsella, 'Flynny' was written out at the end of the 1985 series forth with several other classmates. Afterward leaving Grange Hill, Terry continued to act, but eventually pursued a successful career every bit a canoe instructor.

TIM POLLEY – (Steven 'Banksy' Banks)

Brookdale pupil and ex boyfriend of Jackie Wright, Steven Banks arrived at Grange Loma when the two schools merged with Rodney Bennett. Bully to impress, and with a bad-boy reputation, Banksy was involved in a love-triangle story with Zammo and Jackie, a joyriding automobile crash, a romance with Laura Regan and a moustache growing competition! When Banksy left Grange Hill to piece of work at a schoolhouse for disabled children, Tim Polley continued to human activity, appearing in panto with Melvyn Hayes amid other things. However, due to Grange Hill's high profile Tim found it hard to escape being typecast as Banksy. Tim eventually moved to Tenerife where he runs his own puddle cleaning business concern.

READ OUR Sectional INTERVIEW WITH TIM

JOHN ALFORD- (Robbie Wright)

Actor John Alford played happy get lucky Robbie Wright between 1985 and 1991. Little brother to Jaqui, Robbie is best remembered for his romances with Calley Donnington and his friendship with Ziggy Greaves. After leaving Grange Hill, John Alford went on to appear every bit regular character, Billy Ray, in London's Burning, before being written out after he was involved in a drug dealing sting from the 'Faux Sheikh' clandestine reporter at The News Of The World. Alford served a 6 calendar week prison sentence after being charged. He also enjoyed several top 40 hit singles, produced by Stock/Waterman,  following his London's Called-for success. John had a long term relationship with co-star Tina Mahon (Ronnie Birtles). He has connected to act, actualization in Mile Loftier and Casualty, and remains friends with George 'Ziggy' Christopher. Following the jailing of the 'Fake Sheikh', John has spoken openly nearly the impairment the sting did to his career.

JOHN DRUMMOND – (Trevor Cleaver)

Mouthy and confrontational, Trevor Cleaver became one of Grange Hill'south longest serving characters. Having previously appeared every bit a Brookdale student, John joined Grange Loma full time in 1985 and left in 1991. During this fourth dimension, the grapheme of Trevor developed a gambling and an alcohol trouble, only too proved himself to have a softer side. John went on to appear in numerous roles in The Bill and Casualty as well as the flick An Awfully Big Adventure. John eventually gave up acting and now works every bit a director of a abode-improvement store.

JOHN HOLMES – (Luke 'Gonch' Gardener)

Luke 'Gonch' Gardener stepped into the shoes of Pogo Patterson equally Grange Hill's ginger entrepreneur, joining the cast in 1985. Always full of money making schemes, Gonch ran a toast bar, a dating agency, a homework service and a PE Kit lending scheme all from the classroom. In 1989, during Gonch'due south last series, he brutal in dearest with Mandy Freemont. In reality, role player John Holmes left the show to complete his education and studied at the Academy Of E Anglia, where he eventually became president of the Student Union for several years. John gave up acting afterwards Grange Hill and now works as the manager of a casino; a job slightly in keeping with the character he played!

GEORGE CHRISTOPHER (Ziggy Greaves)

Popular Scouser, Ziggy Greaves arrived at Grange Colina in 1986 and spent 4 years in that location. George Christopher who played Ziggy went on to appear in Brookside as Little Jimmy Corkhill. George has as well appeared in numerous theatre productions, including some that he's written himself. George reunited with some of his Grange Loma class mates for Channel four'southward 'Bring Back Grange Hill' and remains good friends with fellow bandage member John Alford.

Read Grange Loma Golden'southward Sectional Interview with George Christopher

RUTH CARRAWAY – (Helen Kelly)

Helen Kelly first got herself noticed equally part of Imelda Davies' Terrahawks gang before a series of dares left her with a permanent tattoo . However during her four years at Grange Loma, Helen managed to bear witness herself every bit a strong minded individual, somewhen leaving to endeavour and brainstorm a career as a female engineer. Played past Ruth Carraway, Helen became 1 of the year-grouping'southward most loved characters. After Grange Hill, Ruth continued to act, just eventually gave up interim to have on a range of roles in the social piece of work sector. She now lives in New Zealand, working equally a Youth Worker.                             READ OUR Sectional INTERVIEW WITH RUTH Hither.

FLEUR TAYLOR – (Imelda Davis)

Imelda Davis stormed into Grange Hill in a deject of fibre-glass, escaped frogs, cutting ties and protection rackets, condign a character who struck fear into the hearts of both her enemies and 'friends'. Played by Fleur Taylor, Imelda lasted just under 2 years at Grange Hill before she was expelled and sent to a behavioural unit. Despite existence unpopular amongst her peers, Imelda was hugely popular with viewers. Fleur continued to act with roles in 'Alfonso Bonzo' and equally a voice over artist, but somewhen became a successful estate amanuensis and is mum to 2 boys. Read our sectional interview with Fleur here.

RICKY SIMMONDS – (Anthony 'Ant' Jones)

After three serial as troubled teen Ant, Ricky was written out of Grange Colina when his grapheme realised he was no longer a part of the schoolhouse. Ricky had been a successful child actor and model and went on to take one or 2 minor interim roles after Grange Hill. Yet, Ricky's big love is music and he decided to pursue a career in music, having 12 top 40 hits nether a range of different group names including Infinite Brothers. Ricky then moved into production and songwriting, writing and producing tracks for a range of dissimilar artists as well as his own. Read our exclusive interview with Ricky here.

JONATHAN LAMBETH (Danny Kendall)

Jonathan played Danny Kendall, who, after years of run ins with Mr Bronson, was found dead in the back of his teacher'due south stolen car. After leaving Grange Hill in 1989, Jonathan trained every bit a announcer and worked for the Daily Telegraph and AOL as Caput of Communications. After setting upwards his own company, he now works for communications giant EE. Despite the bad feeling between the characters of Danny and Mr Bronson, Jonathan and Michael Sheard (who played Mr Bronson) got on uncommonly well and remained friends until Michael's death in 2005.

CHERYL WEBB – (Amma Asante)

Wellness conscious Cheryl Webb first appeared in 1986, alongside her sister Louise. Nonetheless unbeknown to their friends their father was terminally ill, and subsequently died, leaving the girls to bring up their ii brothers on their own. Amma Asante who played Cheryl continued to deed, with roles in series such every bit 'Birds Of A Plumage'. Still, Amma has fabricated a highly successful career for herself as a writer / manager, with her 2004 feature film 'A Style Of Life' winning the Carl Foreman honor at the BAFTAS. Her series 'Brothers and Sisters' ran for two series on BBC2. Amma is married to TV Producer Charlie Hanson. In 2014  the picture show 'Belle', which Amma directed, was released to much critical acclaim. The 2016 motion picture 'United Kingdom', directed by Amma, was chosen to open the 60th London Film Festival

INTERVIEW WITH AMMA ASANTE

MATTHEW PEARSON – (Paul Adams)

Matthew Pearson arrived at Grange Colina in 1988, trying difficult to hide signs of concrete abuse from his father. Played by Paul Adams, Matthew became one of Grange Hill's virtually pop characters, before leaving in 1992. Paul continued to work in theatre and boob tube with atomic number 82 roles in idiot box series such as 'Renford Rejects' and 'The How-do-you-do Girls'. Paul has spent the past few years concentrating on work in the theatre and was a fundamental fellow member of the touring 'Shakespeare iv Kids' company. He is now married and with his wife, runs their own children'southward theatre school and continues to act in pantomimes and other phase productions.

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