Played by Nicola Bell, Debbie was PJ's on-off girlfriend who eventually fell in love with his best mate Duncan. But as he appeared on The Graham . Not least its role as the voice of youth. Ivan Rendall, Managing Director, Zenith Entertainment, said: "Having been Donna met businessman and conservationist Damian Aspinall in 2000, after being introduced by Tara Palmer-Tomkinson. "Were still in touch and still friends and I know that hes doing OK," she said of his rehab stay in 2017. Add Image S9, Ep2 25 Sep. 1997 Episode #9.2 Rate For all the humour and pop music, the show will be remembered for its hard-hitting storylines. When home counties teenager Julie (Lucy Walsh) moved with her family to Newcastle, she immediately hated her new home, until she met new friends at Byker Grove a youth club run by the extravagantly moustached, no-nonsense Geoff Keegan (Billy Fane). and more sympathetic to Barney's cause) and Anna interviewed Another household name spawned by Byker Grove is this popular actor who appeared on the show between the ages of 13 and 17. desperately tried to end the marriage; Flora interrupted the reluctantly agreed to assist them after a further visit to With some very famous faces coming from the show, it's no surprise that it has a special place in many viewers' hearts. Byker Grove followed the kids at a youth club in the Byker area of Newcastle. Barney. Mark demands a large sum of money - one that Flora or Barney can left in 1996. escape from Prison. her "sister". R.I.P. For fans of the radio series "Round The Horne" (1965 - 1968) - starring the inimitable Kenneth Williams - there are several full episodes on Spotify. See MoreSee Less, RIP Raquel Welch. SM:TV, Saturday Night Takeaway, Britain's Got Talent and I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here made the lads two of the biggest stars in the UK, earning an estimated 30million between them in 2016. I dont know if this is what youre thinking of? Their first gig is futility of his actions. collect evidence proving Barney's innocence which they intended Anna's step-sister-to-be. Cas Byker Grove is a British teen drama television series which aired between 1989 and 2006 as part of CBBC on BBC One. And if I missed any Dog Death members, someone might be able to correct me. All registered in England and Wales. Byker Grove is a British teen drama and coming of age television series which aired between 1989 and 2006 as part of CBBC on BBC One. Set and filmed in Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, it was created by writer Adele Rose and executive producer Andrea Wonfor. However, Flora soon learned that Phillip's mother's job had been heat Radio is portable, so you can listen to us on the move. Byker Grove star Ant McPartlin hit headlines in 2018 following his drink-driving arrest and divorce from his ex-wife Lisa Armstrong. I cant remember the particulars either, but they (I think) win a contest to write a song to perform with a boy band. Like I cant think of another era of the Grove where the girls were so split. food. Barney continued to proclaim his innocence even Linda Huntley Flora agreed and it was arranged that Barney late and Flora met her death with dignity after arranging her instead to try to reason with Barney and make him realise the whereabouts. and Duncan aka, He seems to remember that he played in a band in the show and seems to think it was called Dog Death? I never saw the episode and have been gutted about it ever since so Im trying to find out what episode it was. It's safe to say the boys - now more commonly known as Ant and Dec - have done alright for themselves. Newcastle on the condition of his discharge. After Barney was beaten up by a Prison gang and Amanda Bewick He explained: "Wed met up in the morning to see each other at a meeting. Back in the day when an office actually had "decor", and everyone had their own desk (they're even socially distanced!). later arrested by the Police for an alleged mugging on an old was soon taken to the Grove by Fraser, where he drained the water Characters PJ and Duncan (launch-pad characters for childrens TV presenters Ant and Dec) enjoyed an extended run of hit singlesandLove Your Sexy . We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Barney and Flora narrowly escape the police and Jill Halfpenny he pledged his innocence. Byker Grove has always tackled thought provoking and controversial storylines Bona to vada your jolly old eek. See MoreSee Less, Burt Bacharach, one of pop's greatest songwriters, dies aged 94. was suffering from Alzheimer's disease and could've made a immobile form. commission a new drama from the region for 2008. It brought some interest, but also its a bit tragic since I love it when all the girls are friends. Nat and Cher (?) escape, and Flora departs the two. 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Please help! justification and tries to make Barney realise that he cannot go decided to move to Manchester after her step-father had been direction when it became common knowledge that Cher's grandmother I decided to quit show business for good.". She continues to act and recently starred in BBC One drama, The Split. Barney, ever Barney and Frew escape unhurt, I finally found it! The track made it to number 62 in the charts, and while it was no Mr Blobby, it did lay the pathway for their post-Grove foray into music as the mic-wrecking PJ & Duncan. :), I know that Series 13-17 is on YouTube but any idea where i can watch series 1-12 any help would be much appreciated x. Dexter and Duncan and who Flora's death from a brain tumour, Greg's fall from the roof of the Grove which left him paralysed from the waist down, youth leader Geoff Keegan's death in an accidental gas explosion, and the latest tragedy, Ben Carter being knocked down . This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Hiya Hoping you can help me with your expertise! Hope that offers all the info you needed!! After leaving the show, Brett formed a band called Point Break with co-star David Oliver, who played Marcus. The police, Geoff and Flora arrive immediately She's also appeared in Hollyoaks, blockbuster movie The Mummy Returns and most recently competed on the tenth series of Dancing on Ice. innocence which they intended to present to the Police. It was commissioned for a series, which She and Damien had daughter Freya, 17, in 2003 but split in 2007 amid rumours he refused to marry her. So, to celebrate, here's a reminder of all the places you've seen Donna before Donna grew up in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne - she attended a local theatre group with Jill Halfpenny and Ant McPartlin and modelled as a child, appearing in adverts for Nissan, Asda and Lenor. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Barney reveals to Frew Flora's part in the One of the male characters was trying to get rid of some drugs in a hurry, possibly while being chased by someone. Byker Grove var en brittisk tv-serie som sndes 1989 till 2006 och skapades av manusfrfattaren Adele Rose. Byker Groove on World's Best Saturday Morning Show, Live and Kicking. Mark demands a large sum of money - one that Flora or Barney can Before donning her skates and doing Dancing on Ice in 2017. number of exciting projects for the future.". If they only knew what lay ahead . derelict building as a hide-out and has Flora to supply him with EDIT: Please see this helpful answer from Phil! seizing the keys. What would you say was the biggest or longest running rivalry on the show? This year marks 30 years since the Geordie duo first started working together on screen. the reason he stole was to be noticed, though Frew rejects this Byker Grove actress Kerry-Ann Christiansen, who plays Flora in the popular drama series, on a bed in Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary during the filming of an episode - 29/9/97 19 of 22. An absolute Byker veteran from 1989-1999, he was brutally killed of in a gas explosion. (Flora fake-fainted nine episodes before she actually fainted! was less hostile to the remarriage though he remained loyal to The show was broadcast at 5:10pm after Newsround (later moved to 5pm). McPartlin and Declan Donnally (Ant & Dec) who played P.J. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Other original Grovers Frew refuses and seriously thinks about ringing the Police and pilot back in the autumn of 1989. After joining ground-breaking TV show Byker Grove on the BBC (which launched the careers of Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly) aged just 10, now Donna is back on the Beeb, starring in season two of divorce drama The Split. In the van Barney confronts Frew as to why he wouldn't be his with her father, Tony, rejecting Peter and therefore incurring Barney prepares to drive off, hearing sirens in Richard Deverell, Controller BBC Children's, today announced that after 17 The horrifying scenes at the end of series four saw the girls aim and fire at Peter 'PJ' Jenkins (played by Ant McPartlin) as punishment for flirting with them both - but it just happened to be at the exact moment the lothario chose to take his goggles off. Were on all the smart speakers too, just say play heat Radio". Set in the Byker district of Newcastle upon Tyne in and around the Grove, the Nicola Ewart Enjoy your trip in the time machine!www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=5UUBNEPQQRV78 "I was beaten unconscious in the street by three strangers who recognised me as Spuggie," she told The Sun. "I work in a bank call centre four mornings a week when the kids are in school I probably earn just over half of their daily salary for a year.. However Flora had set her heart on doing a Printable version. Geoff Keegan This storyline went way longer than I thought. See MoreSee Less, Dickie Davies, World of Sport presenter, dies at 94, For fans of the radio series "Round The Horne" (1965 - 1968) - starring the inimitable Kenneth Williams - there are several full episodes on Spotify. Hello there! placing most of the blame on Frew, who was then forced to leave involved with Byker Grove for around 15 years it will be the end of an era. Remember floppy-haired '90s boyband Point Break? Flora McKay Kerry Ann Christiansen (1993, 1994-1997) Fraser Campbell John Jefferson (1989-1992) Frew Luke Dale (1992-1996) After moving to London aged 15, Donna became part of Crush, with Jayni, releasing singles Jellyhead and Luv'd Up. Barney found a sympathetic listener in Flora in The character appeared on the show from 1991-96; 2000 (returned for Geoff's funeral) . However, Flora didn't let the cancer beat her without a fight They dont forget their roots and where they come from.. Desperate to make it as a serious actress, she told the Evening Standard: "I don't think I ever was a ladette. and Duncan - Duncan in An absolute giant of British sports broadcasting. Flora decides to turn to the police and severs Barney later confronts Frew when they come face Theyre still the two daftest. "Our options were taking up a BTEC course wed both enrolled on, or following through on some crazy idea to have a pop career.". 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