🎉 Exciting soap news! Ricky Tomlinson is stepping back onto Brookside Close for a one-off special episode! This legendary comeback is to celebrate Hollyoaks’ 30th anniversary, and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. 🎬
At 85, Ricky reprises his iconic role as Liverpudlian trade unionist Bobby Grant. Joining him will be the talented Sue Johnston, back as Bobby’s wife, Sheila. If you loved their chemistry in The Royal Family, this is one episode you won’t want to miss!
Ricky shares, “It will be lovely to take part in Brookside again, especially to work alongside Sue. I’m looking forward to being on the close again after all these years.” Sue adds, “It’ll be so lovely to go back and be Sheila for a day, as it was such a big, enjoyable part of my life.”
Brookside was always known for its bold storylines, tackling serious issues head-on. From the tragic loss of their son Damon to other gripping plotlines, it remains a beloved series.
Catch the special episode this October, marking the return to Brookside Close for the first time since the series’ last episode in 2003. It’s a nostalgic nod to Sir Phil Redmond, the mastermind behind both Brookside and Hollyoaks.
Feeling nostalgic? You can binge-watch restored episodes of Brookside from the very beginning on STV Player. 📺💫
Who’s ready to see the Grant family back in action? Let us know your favourite Brookside memories in the comments! 💬👇 #Brookside #SoapLegends #Hollyoaks30thAnniversary #RickyTomlinson #SueJohnston