Actors Transition to New Roles Following Soap Departures

Several former soap stars are transitioning to new roles in upcoming dramas. Lesley Dunlop, who recently left 'Emmerdale' after 16 years, will make a guest appearance in Channel Five’s 'Good Ship Murder', coincidentally themed around a cruise ship, which mirrors her character's departure storyline. Chris Gascoyne, known for his role as Peter Barlow on 'Coronation Street', is set to star in 'The Feud', a suspenseful six-part series on Channel 5, alongside Jill Halfpenny. Meanwhile, Connor McIntyre, famous for playing the villain Pat Phelan on 'Coronation Street', will appear in an episode of 'Casualty' as Kenny Sanders. These transitions highlight the ongoing trend of soap actors moving between shows and genres, bringing their established fan bases with them. The new roles demonstrate the versatility and enduring popularity of these actors in the television landscape.