Actor Ray Quinn rediscovered his early fame when he came in as a runner up to Leona Lewis on The X Factor, and then again when he appeared in Dancing On Ice. The victim was Clint Moffat. I can reveal that no, it is not his wife. Jimmy and Ron then decide to end their feud and travel to Thailand together in an effort to secure the release of their children. Mike later landed a job at Brookside Comprehensive as a teacher. Jenkins told an Inside Soap reporter that Jackie fears she may never see Lindsey again and creates the campaign. The Brookside Parade was a shopping district introduced in 1991, bringing businesses to the soap. Originally intended to be called Meadowcroft, the series was produced by Mersey Television and it was conceived by Phil Redmond who also devised Grange Hill (1978–2008) and Hollyoaks (1995–present). Since Brookside ended White has had a few roles in programmes such as Doctors but hasn’t really hit the heights in terms of acting since then. After this Mike realises that they cannot live on Brookside Close alongside Gary and the feuding families. But another tragedy struck in December that year when Mike was badly injured in a car crash involving a stolen car being driven by Tim O'Leary (Philip Olivier). Byatt recalled "I was on my summer holidays and just heard about the audition because my mum’s got an agency. Ron was flattered by the offer and agreed. Actor Michael Starke has since appeared in Coronation Street, as well as several productions of touring West End musicals – including a turn as Edna Turnblad in the musical “Hairspray”. She has been married to Tony Bains Friel has also starred in some massive hits on TV and the big screen, including the very funny Pushing Daisies (in which she had a leading role), and the 2011 Bradley Cooper movie Limitless. They questioned: "what's she doing hanging about with him anyway and, from his point of view, how could you listen to her whingeing voice day in, day out? [2] In the book Brookside The Early Years, Byatt told Tibbals that writers had changed Mike to become wiser than his father. He appeared as Jerry Morton in Corrie in 2008 too but left in 2009 as the producer wanted the soap to go in a different direction. Byatt told Geoff Tibbals, author of Brookside The First 10 Years, that Mike "was ok and next to someone like Sinnott, he appeared an angel. [6] After their kiss the two continue their affair but keep it a secret from their families. Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott today (13 Feb. 20) release a hilarious video for the first single ‘You And Me (Were Meant To Be Together)’ from their forthcoming new album ‘Manchester Calling’. The last resident to leave Brookside Close, Jimmy Corkhill, added the letter 'd' to the word 'Close', symbolically signalling the end of the soap. Ellison has gone on to have a very varied career – she briefly became a singer and also acted on the big and small screen, before becoming a glamour model and regularly being voted one of the 100 sexiest women in lad’s mag FHM. Actress Claire Sweeney has since appeared on Celebrity Big Brother and in the production ‘Chicago’, she has been a temporary presenter on Loose Women several times and has appeared on and off the stage for a number of years. Lovable rogue Jimmy Corkhill was one of the longest serving characters on the show. [5] In the book 20 Years of Brookside, author Graham Kibble-White described Mike as "one of life's losers with a succession of dead end jobs and constant money worries. She is an actress, known for Brookside (1982), God's Own Country (2017) and Ammonite (2020). In 2014, Emerick also started to play the part of “Horse” in the touring production of “The Full Monty” – which is somewhat ironic as his former brother-in-law Paul Barber played Horse in the film version of The Full Monty! Brookside actress Anna Norbury has died at the age of 26. Ron Dixon holds a gun (Image: Mersey Television) The victim was Clint Moffat. She’s had a varied career in television since then, appearing in Holby City and Misfits. In 2003, Frances Traynor from the Daily Record named the Mike and Lindsey being arrested for drug trafficking in Thailand one of Brookside's "most controversial plotlines". Trevor wasn’t in the show for long, but after bullying his wife and sexually abusing his daughter, Beth, he was murdered and buried under the patio, where he remained for 2 years until his body was discovered. In Brookside’s version of the Tony Martin case, Ron Dixon ended up in jail for shooting an intruder. Byatt believed that Lindsey was better off without Gary. Of Mike they wrote "Mike Dixon is feared brain-dead (as usual). He is the eldest son of Ron (Vince Earl) and "DD" Dixon (Irene Mariot), and the brother of Tony (Gerald Bostock, later Mark Lennock) and Jacqui (Alexandra Fletcher). Brookside is a British soap opera set in Liverpool, England.The series began on the launch night of Channel 4 on 2 November 1982, and ran for 21 years until 4 November 2003. Mike's wayward behaviour included stealing from his father's shop till and taking a dead man's war medals. Mike's father Ron received a nine-month prison sentence for firearms offences in December 2001 (although he was cleared of alternative more serious charges of manslaughter and murder), and by the time Mike left the Close in 2003 he was rarely featured in significant storylines. "[10] Their colleague Victoria Ross branded Mike "Brookside's best looking resident". He also thin… Set in a suburban street in the city of Liverpool, who can forget the body under the patio that still gets referenced and lampooned today, or one of the first lesbian story lines to appear in a mainstream television programme? The Liverpool-based soap was a huge hit in the 1980s and 1990s before its ratings slumped and … Sheila Grant was involved in one of the more controversial Brookside story lines when she was attacked and raped. [7], Lindsey decides to leave Gary and publicises her relationship with Mike. His most recent role was in an episode of Benidorm in 2018. Chelsea Farrell 2001 - 2002 Brian Bumper Humphreys James Mawdesley 1987 1991 Roger Huntingdon Rob Spendlove 1982 1983 Bar Brookside DJ Carl Harrison 1992 The Archdeacon of Huntingdon and Wisbech is a senior ecclesiastical officer in the Diocese of Ely. Actor Philip Oliver has since appeared in Doctors and as Jason Gallagher in Benidorm. When Ron and his partner Bev McLoughlin (Sarah White) go away on holiday, Mike moves Lindsey and Kylie into the Dixon family home. Paul Heaton has been told for years he looks like Ron Dixon, the roguish character from legendary Liverpool-based TV soap ‘Brookside’, which dominated our TV screens from 1982-2003. [2] Byatt told Geoff Tibbals, author of Brookside The First 10 Years, that Mike "was ok and next to someone like Sinnott, he appeared an angel. Actor Dean Sullivan actually offered to have his character killed off in order to demonstrate the danger of drugs but his request was declined. Bobby Grant moved his family to Brookside Close from a council estate but unfortunately he ended up having a series of recurring issues with his neighbour, Paul Collins. When Mike finds Bel drunk in Bar Brookie, he walks her home. She is also the director of a drama company. She is already married to Gary Stanlow (Andrew Fillis), a drug dealer who neglects Lindsey in favour of his crime business. They added that "Mike's track record in the romance department leaves a great deal to be desired. [13] Byatt told Steven Murphy from Inside Soap that Mike sees Bel as "another notch on his bedpost" and Bel is "totally paranoid about the whole thing." He also famously played football manager Mike Bassett on the big screen and appeared in the Samuel L. Jackson film The 51st State in 2001. [2] Of this Byatt stated that "turning out cast members for Brookside is a family industry." He also provided voiceover work on two dozen audio plays based on Dr Who. She has also had parts in Downton Abbey and Coronation Street. [7], One of the character's most controversial storylines was being arrested for drug trafficking. Writers intended it to be a one time encounter with ensuing drama. [11] Producers contacted the Managing Director of the Airport Authority of Thailand for help, who provided them with photographs, brochures and newsletters to help them recreate the setting. Unlike his siblings, Byatt secured a regular role on the show. Actor Bryan Murray has appeared in West End productions including My Cousin Rachel in 2013. ‘You And Me (Were Meant To Be Together)’ featuring Brookside’s ‘Ron & Bev Dixon’ David Rogers News 13 February 2020 Paul & Jacqui are delighted to reveal the new video for their new single ‘You And Me (Were Meant To Be Together)’ featuring the return of Brookside’s most famous couple ‘Ron & Bev Dixon’ AKA Vince Earl and Sarah White. It is actually in fact his PA! [1] Byatt's brother and three sisters had previously appeared in Brookside playing recurring roles. Remember Bev Dixon? It was a good storyline. [13], Byatt assessed that Mike is worried that Ollie will find out and violently confront him. In Brookside’s version of the Tony Martin case, Ron Dixon ended up in jail for shooting an intruder. Anna Friel played Beth and has gone on to star in several dramas including the popular ITV show, Marcella. She begins to complain about her sex life with husband Ollie Simpson (Michael J. Jackson). [7] He added "Mike feels convinced that what they've got going is the real thing because of the instant attraction they both felt when they met. Mike often acts on attraction and "deals with the baggage later". [8] Jackie decides help Mike, Lindsey and Kylie flee the United Kingdom and start a new life in Australia. Mike discusses their affair with Ben O'Leary (Simon Paul), which upsets Bel who wants to keep it a secret from Ollie. [12] After his ordeal, Mike decides he wants to become a writer and begins a book about his experience. Soap fans will remember that Emerick also appeared in Coronation Street as Liz McDonald’s boyfriend Mike Thornberry. He thought Mike was far too young and should have been "going out and sowing his wild oats". "[8] Sweeney was hopeful that the drug storyline would not destroy Mike and Lindsey's relationship. The pair were brilliant comedy value though, and even renamed their house When Byatt finished his A levels, he followed the family tradition of auditioning for Brookside. What’s she been up to since? The latter caused the death of Mike's brother, Tony (Mark Lennock), in a car accident. She also appeared in a Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs panto at the Theatre Royal, Norwich from 2015 to 2016. Beth Jordache was involved in one of the most memorable storylines in British television when her character made history by sharing a lesbian kiss before the watershed. Feisty Emily Shadwick was played by Jennifer Ellison. Originally intended to be called Meadowcroft, the series was produced by Mersey Television and it was conceived by Phil Redmond who also devised Grange Hill (1978–2008) and Hollyoaks (1995–present). When Lindsey's mother Jackie Corkhill (Sue Jenkins) discovers that Gary has got Jimmy embroiled in his drug dealing business she leave him. Byatt added "the trouble with Mike is that he thinks he's clever - he reckons he knows more than his dad. 1993 was also the year that Mike's younger brother Tony (then played by Gerald Bostock) was left in a coma after a car crash which claimed the life of neighbour Frank Rogers (Peter Christian) in November. Who is Bev Dixon? Her main storyline revolved around tempting Ron Dixon away from his wife at the time, DD. Vince Earl played the iconic role of Ron Dixon from 1990 until 2003. She also appears as Diane Hutchinson in Hollyoaks – a role she’s played since 2010. Fletcher is yet another ex-Brookie actress to bag herself a role on Doctors. Did you know that her son is Richard Fleeshman, who starred in Corrie as Craig Harris from 2002 to 2006? The scenes were not scheduled to be filmed at Bangkok airport and researchers could not find any photos of the interior or information in aviation magazines. "[6], Writers continued to develop their romance to the stage that Lindsey considers leaving her husband. When Ron Dixon split with his first wife, DD, he hooked up with Bev McCloughlin. "[17] A writer from Inside Soap branded Mike a "beardy-weirdy" and "the hairiest, unluckiest bloke in soap". She was involved in a controversial date-rape storyline which later saw Nikki turning to alcoholism as a way to cope. The actor regularly features as a cabaret performer on P&O cruises and his rumoured to be writing an Everton FC musical with his songwriting partner Joe Wynne. "[4], A writer from the official Brookside website wrote that Mike "didn't waste anytime in ruffling the neighbours' feathers" upon his arrival. Ron and Bev then got a solicitor to finalise the arrangements. Suzanne Collins played Nikki Shadwick in Brookside from 1998 to 2003. Jerome Johnson had a romantic storyline with Nikki Shadwick. She was portrayed on-screen by Sarah White and was the wife of Ron during the series. They then have to contend with the fallout that comes from the warring families. He recently appeared in an ITV interview saying that he would love to see the soap return. [14] Inside Soap reporter Jon Peake branded it "one of soap's hardest-hitting storylines" and emphasised that the issue was a common occurrence in the 1990s. The family of the actress - who played Alice Farnham in the Channel 4 soap – shared the … In October 2018, Friel starred in Butterfly as the parent of a transgender child. "[16] A critic from The Guardian included Mike in an article written to ridicule soap characters. Poor Anthony Murray was bullied by Imelda and when he did eventually stand up for himself it resulted in her accidental drowning and an accusation of murder. [2] Byatt added "the trouble with Mike is that he thinks he's clever - he reckons he knows more than his dad. [9] The pair spend months in the Thai prison system but Jackie's campaign does result in Kylie being returned to the United Kingdom. Shadwick fell from a window during a siege, which resulted in her falling in to a coma before being written out as her character died in hospital. Mike was involved in two major storylines in 1993, the most significant of which was his relationship with stepmother Bev McLoughlin (Sarah White) that resulted in the birth of their son Josh, who was originally believed to have been his brother. Brookside was one of the most popular soaps of the 1980s and it was well-known amongst UK audiences for its hugely controversial story lines. Mike purchases an electric organ and begins stealing to pay off his debt. [6] She defended the affair noting that Lindsey was young, her husband was elsewhere and their connection means "there's really nothing she can do about it, even though she's being unfaithful to Gary. They assessed that later in the character's tenure he had become a family man "finding life a struggle". Sweeney told Victoria Ross from Inside Soap that Lindsey "fell in love with Mike almost at first sight". With that in mind, we’ve taken a look back at some of our favourite characters from the soap and found out what the actors who played them are up to these days. Troubled Lindsey Corkhill got mixed up in a life of crime including a drug smuggling plot and threatening her ex husband with a gun. [6], "Close encounters; as Brookside prepares for its final episode after 21 Years, TV editor Frances Traynor takes a look at the soap's most controversial plotlines", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mike_Dixon_(Brookside)&oldid=1013823453, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 23 March 2021, at 17:07. Byatt did not want Mike and Lindsey to settle down together. As well as some of its more shocking moments, Brookside featured a host of fascinating and memorable characters who really helped to bring the stories to life. There have been many events on the parade, including numerous fires, arson attacks and a helicopter crash in 2002. Writers had created an extended feud between the Dixon and Corkhill families, especially between the patriarchs Ron and Jimmy Corkhill (Dean Sullivan). The only problem with it was I was out of the programme. More recently he starred in the Martin Freeman film Nativity and also had a role in 2016’s Grimsby. The new clip stars Brookside’s Ron and Bev Dixon — actors Vince Earl and Sarah White — playing Heaton and Abbott’s older alter egos. Mick Johnson was involved in some great storylines during his time on Brookside, including when he was stalked by Jenny Swift and the euthanasia plot where he helped his mother in law die. Ron Dixon (Brookside)-Wikipedia The long-running story-arc saw Jimmy descend into uncontrollable drug abuse, his addiction climaxing in a cocaine-induced car crash, which killed off Frank Rogers ( Peter Christian ) in November 1993. Paul & Jacqui are delighted to reveal the new video for their new single ‘You And Me (Were Meant To Be Together)’ featuring the return of Brookside’s most famous couple ‘Ron & Bev Dixon’ AKA Vince Earl and Sarah White. Tim ‘Tinhead’ O’Leary started off as a school bully but changed his ways after nearly killing his sister when he set fireworks off and caused a lorry to swerve and crash into his house. When Ron and Bev became engaged, Josh asked Ron if he would adopt him. Keep reading below to find out where the cast of Brookside are now! This resulted in the break-up of his father and stepmother's relationship. Starke has also had bit roles in plenty of British soaps including The Royal, Doctors, Holby City, Casualty and Coronation Street. However Ron returns he goes ballistic, but he eventually sees that Mike is serious about Lindsey. Since his Brookie days, actor Louis Emerick has appeared in Last of The Summer Wine, Casualty, The Bill and Benidorm. Brookside (TV Series 1982–2003) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Michael "Mike" Dixon is a fictional character from the British Channel 4 soap opera Brookside, played by Paul Byatt. Major storylines included the deaths of Trevor Jordache and Frank Rogers. Brookside helped launch the careers of many UK actors. Everyone in the area was a suspect until the rapist was eventually revealed to be a taxi driver. Mike had suffered a major spinal injury and used a wheelchair for six months after the crash, and even after leaving his wheelchair he spent several more months on crutches. This prompts Mike to attempt to leave but Bel kisses him and they have sex. Acting credits include Merseybeat, just like Claire Sweeney, who played her on-screen daughter Lindsey, Holby City, Dalziel & Pascoe, Heartbeat, Doctors, Emmerdale and even a presenting role on Loose Women. After The X Factor Quinn produced a swing album but Simon Cowell got rid of him not long after that. Alex played the role of feisty Jacqui Dixon in Brookside from 1990 until 2003. [8] Mike and Lindsey are arrested in Bangkok and charged with drug smuggling, later being sent to a Thai prison. [8] Lindsey continued to hide inside the Dixon house fearing that Gary will find her. [13] Bel invites Mike into her home for a drink. [13] Byatt believed that the story put Mike back into the forefront of the show's dramatic stories after having a quiet time writing a book. Unfortunately, he then fell into a life of crime when he stole a van full of booze! She was quite a bit younger than him so it was all pretty controversial. A few years ago he tried to buy several houses on Brookside Close but they were sold to a rival bidder, but it looks as though Sullivan is still desperate to get back into a mainstream soap again. Tony died three months later having never regained full consciousness, and at the funeral Jimmy confessed that he was the driver of the other car which had caused Frank's car to crash. Sarah White, Actress: Brookside. He added "Ron's made a bit of a mess of his life and Mike's determined not to make the same mistakes. "[6] Mike and Lindsey's first kiss was filmed on location on a Mersey Ferry and Sweeney revealed she was nervous about filming in public. Like many of the families who came and went in Brookside, the Dixon family also ended in divorce after Ron (Vince Earl) had an affair with Bev McLoughlin (Sarah White), which ended his long marriage to his first wife Deborah "D [7], Writers then created another affair story for Mike and his older married neighbour Bel Simpson (Lesley Nightingale). But then he started robbing from his dad." He spent four months in prison and wife Anthea left him. "[1], Writers created a romance storyline between Mike and his neighbour Lindsey Corkhill (Claire Sweeney). Sue Johnston has since appeared alongside Ricky Tomlinson as his screen wife Barbara in The Royle Family. Having Brookside and Coronation Street (she played Gloria Todd from 1985 to 1988) under her belt, Sue has continued working as an actress in both TV and theatre. Clint Moffat (Greg Pateras) suffered a broken arm in the collision, while Robbie Moffat (Neil Davies) and Tim fled the scene uninjured. Let us know in the comments section. Since She was portrayed on-screen by Sarah White and was the wife of Ron during the series. 1993 was Brookside's twelfth year of production. Away from the cameras, Fletcher is also a trained fitness instructor. ‘You And Me (Were Meant To Be Together)’ featuring Brookside’s ‘Ron & Bev Dixon’ David Rogers News 13 February 2020 Paul & Jacqui are delighted to reveal the new video for their new single ‘You And Me (Were Meant To Be Together)’ featuring the return of Brookside’s most famous couple ‘Ron & Bev Dixon’ AKA Vince Earl and Sarah White. [11], Jackie decides to start a campaign to free "the Bangkok three". In 2013 Ellison starred in Singin’ in the Rain at the Palace Theatre, London. [9] Mike Jackie accompanies the trio to the airport and ensures they depart safely. [10] Producers wanted to make the story authentic but struggled create a Thai airport set. "[11] Mike and Lindsey later break-up. Since Brookside ended White has had a few roles in programmes such as Doctors but hasn’t really hit the heights in terms of acting since then. [7] Writers played on the threat that Gary posed to their relationship. I was in jail for four months. Sweeney explained that leaving was their "only option". Sarah White was born on March 21, 1969 in Liverpool, England. The archdeacon is responsible for some clergy discipline William de Clinton, 1st Earl of Huntingdon c.1304 31 October … In 2014 she toured a comedy musical entitled Sex and the Suburbs which she wrote with Mandy Muden. In Celebrity Gogglebox, Johnny appears alongside a woman, and many viewers have been left wondering exactly who she is. The actor wants to reappear as Jimmy Corkhill in another soap such as Eastenders, Coronation Street or Emmerdale. The actor believed Mike "hasn't a clue about money" and that is the cause of his credit card debt problems. 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