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Scottish Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
BBC officially reveals which beloved Balamory icons will return for reboot
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MUCH-LOVED BBC kids' show Balamory is back - and a whole host of original stars are returning too. Twenty years on from its last showing, Balamory has been commissioned for two series each consisting of ten 14-minute episodes. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Balamory is returning to screens after 20 years away Credit: BBC Favourites reprising their roles include Julie Wilson Nimmo (Miss Hoolie), Andrew Agnew (PC Plum), Kim Tserkezie (Penny Pocket) and Juliet Cadzow (Edie McCredie). Kate Morton, Head of Commissioning 0-6 for BBC Children's and Education, said: 'It's wonderful to see some of the original cast returning alongside new faces, creating a perfect mix of nostalgia and discovery for families to enjoy together. "This vibrant new series will delight both children and the grown-ups who remember it fondly.' The new series will consist of a mix of stories, comedy, songs and adventures, all set in the colourful fictional town of Balamory. Brand new characters include scientist and inventor Ava Potts (Danielle Jam), the Harbour Master (William Andrews) and local vet Dr Ollie (Carl Spencer). Filming will take place both in studio in Glasgow and on location in Tobermory, the real-life Isle of Mull town that inspired the show's iconic setting. The new episodes are due to air next year. The children's TV series originally aired on the BBC from 2002 to 2005, with 253 episodes being made across four series. The willingness of the old guard to return was evident when Agnew told the Lunchtime Live programme last year: "If they ask me to go back then I'll absolutely be there with bells on, I'm sure. "But at the moment we're all just getting excited at the fact that it's happening. Iconic 00s CBeebies stars unrecognisable as they tease return of legendary show Balamory "I don't think it would be same if we weren't involved in it." While co-star Nimmo joked to the Daily Record: "I seriously think this is bigger than the Oasis reunion." One old face who doesn't appear to be returning is Rodd Christensen, who played Spencer. After Balamory ended, Rodd remained with the BBC and presented a series called 'Talkie Time' on CBeebies. He also hosted his own show titled Counting With Rodd that aimed to teach children about maths and numbers. Rodd, now 58, quit fame and was briefly a bus driver for Stagecoach before moving to Las Vegas. Though he shunned the limelight, his daughter made headlines when it was revealed she was a porn star. Raylin Joy, who lives in LA, said she got into porn "for the giggles". 3 Some familiar faces are reprising their roles Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Balamory star is ageing backwards – 20 years on from final ever BBC episode after they quit fame
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A BALAMORY star appears to be ageing backwards - 20 years on from the final ever episode. The fan favourite programme originally aired between 2002 and 2005 and became one of the most notable kids TV shows from the Beeb. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 A Balamory star appears to be ageing backwards in a new snap, years after they quit fame Credit: BBC 4 Rodd Christensen played painter Spencer in the hit CBeebies show Credit: BBC 4 After quitting fame, Rodd still appears youthful today, albeit sports a full beard now Credit: Rodd Christensen / Facebook 4 He was previously a bus driver before leaving the UK for Las Vegas Credit: Richard Wilkins Set in Balamory, based and filmed on the island of Tobermory in Scotland, the pre-school hit saw a slew of characters including Miss Hoolie, Josie Jump, painter Spencer and PC Plum. Rodd Christensen, the actor behind fan-favourite Spencer, looks just as youthful in rare snaps. The US actor, originally from Las Vegas, appears to be ageing backwards 20 years on, though now sports a beard. After Balamory ended, Rodd remained with the BBC and presented a series called 'Talkie Time' on CBeebies. He also hosted his own show titled Counting With Rodd that aimed to teach children about maths and numbers. Rodd, now 57, quit fame and was briefly a bus driver for Stagecoach before returning to Las Vegas. Though he shunned the limelight, his daughter made headlines when it was revealed she was a porn star. Raylin Joy, who lives in LA, said she got into porn "for the giggles". Following the announcement on the return of Balamory Rod told BBC Scotland's Lunchtime Live the news was "very exciting". Balamory actor in major career change that is worlds away from the popular noughties BBC kids show "If they ask me to go back then I'll absolutely be there with bells on, I'm sure," he said. "But at the moment we're all just getting excited at the fact that it's happening. "I don't think it would be same if we weren't involved in it," he added.
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Balamory star is ageing backwards – 20 years on from final ever BBC episode after they quit fame
A BALAMORY star appears to be ageing backwards - 20 years on from the final ever episode. The fan favourite programme originally aired between 2002 and 2005 and became one of the most notable kids TV shows from the Beeb. 4 4 4 4 Set in Balamory, based and filmed on the island of Tobermory in Scotland, the pre-school hit saw a slew of characters including Miss Hoolie, Josie Jump, painter Spencer and PC Plum. Rodd Christensen, the actor behind fan-favourite Spencer, looks just as youthful in rare snaps. The US actor, originally from Las Vegas, appears to be ageing backwards 20 years on, though now sports a beard. After Balamory ended, Rodd remained with the BBC and presented a series called 'Talkie Time' on CBeebies. He also hosted his own show titled Counting With Rodd that aimed to teach children about maths and numbers. Rodd, now 57, quit fame and was briefly a bus driver for Stagecoach before returning to Las Vegas. Though he shunned the limelight, his daughter made headlines when it was revealed she was a porn star. Raylin Joy, who lives in LA, said she got into porn "for the giggles". Following the announcement on the return of Balamory Rod told BBC Scotland's Lunchtime Live the news was "very exciting". "If they ask me to go back then I'll absolutely be there with bells on, I'm sure," he said. "But at the moment we're all just getting excited at the fact that it's happening. "I don't think it would be same if we weren't involved in it," he added.
The Irish Sun
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Balamory star is ageing backwards – 20 years on from final ever BBC episode after they quit fame
A BALAMORY star appears to be ageing backwards - 20 years on from the final ever episode. The fan favourite programme originally aired between 2002 and 2005 and became one of the most notable kids TV shows from the Beeb. Advertisement 4 A Balamory star appears to be ageing backwards in a new snap, years after they quit fame Credit: BBC 4 Rodd Christensen played painter Spencer in the hit CBeebies show Credit: BBC 4 After quitting fame, Rodd still appears youthful today, albeit sports a full beard now Credit: Rodd Christensen / Facebook 4 He was previously a bus driver before leaving the UK for Las Vegas Credit: Richard Wilkins Set in The US actor, originally from Las Vegas, appears to be ageing backwards 20 years on, though now sports a beard. After Balamory ended, Rodd remained with the BBC and presented a series called 'Talkie Time' on CBeebies. Advertisement more on balamory He also hosted his own show titled Counting With Rodd that aimed to teach children about maths and numbers. Rodd, now 57, quit fame and was briefly a bus driver for Stagecoach before returning to Las Vegas. Though he shunned the limelight, his daughter made headlines when it was revealed she was a porn star. Raylin Joy, who lives in LA, said she got into porn "for the giggles". Advertisement Most read in TV Following the announcement on the return of Balamory Rod told BBC Scotland's Balamory actor in major career change that is worlds away from the popular noughties BBC kids show "If they ask me to go back then I'll absolutely be there with bells on, I'm sure," he said. "But at the moment we're all just getting excited at the fact that it's happening. "I don't think it would be same if we weren't involved in it," he added. Advertisement Balamory cast The beloved children's TV series aired in the early noughties for four series and was adored by fans - but who are its stars? Miss Hoolie - played by Archie the Inventor - played by Penny Pocket - played by Spencer the Painter - played by Rodd Christensen PC Plum - played by Suzie Sweet - played by Josy Jump - played by Edie McCredie - played by Juliet Cadzow
