‘Brookside’ legend Louis Emerick, who starred on the iconic soap as Mick Johnson, has joined the cast of ‘Hollyoaks‘ as the estranged father of Vicky (Anya Lawrence) and Andre (David Joshua-Anthony).
Donny is set to make a surprise appearance at estranged daughter Vicky’s 18th birthday party this April, but he’s met with a frosty reception… Charisma personified, Donny is a confident and charming man with an infectious personality and a kind heart. He always tries to do right for his kids and he comes to the village ready to build a relationship with estranged daughter Vicky.
Scott Drinkwell (Ross Adams) has been Vicky’s foster dad for over a year, and was planning to adopt her for her 18th birthday. Donny’s arrival also comes shortly after new student Andre revealed to Vicky last November that he’s her secret half-brother.
Talking about joining the Channel 4 soap, Louis said “Donny is coming back to see his son and it collides with his daughter’s birthday, which is very emotional as it’s the first time he has met her.
“It has equally been moving for me personally. I was there when ‘Hollyoaks’ began. We sat with the ‘Brookside’ and ‘Hollyoaks’ crew and watched a screening of the first ever episode in 1995.
“It is so exciting to be back with this vibrant cast and crew, back on the set where it all began.”
Louis’ first episode as Donny on Hollyoaks airs 35 years to the day since his first episode as Mick on Brookside. His first appearance as Donny on ‘Hollyoaks’ will air on E4 on Tuesday 9th April, or will be available to stream first on Channel 4 on Monday 8th April.
