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Daily Mail
a day ago
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- Daily Mail
Emmerdale star looks completely unrecognisable 18 months after quitting the soap - but can YOU guess who it is?
A former Emmerdale star looked completely unrecognisable as he returned to Instagram on Thursday, sharing a slew of selfies with his followers. The actor, 19, who starred in the ITV soap for 17 years, quit the show 18 months ago in a dramatic New Year's storyline that saw his character brutally killed off. Now, he looks worlds away from his soap days - having ditched his long blonde locks and hit the gym hard. In one snap, the star went shirtless for a close-up selfie, showing off a brand-new cropped hairdo. In another, he flaunted his gym transformation with a mirror selfie taken after a gruelling workout session. But do you recognise him? That's right, it's Sebastian Dowling! The actor is best known for playing Heath Hope on Emmerdale from 2007 until his emotional exit, when his character died in a car crash that aired last year. Sebastian appeared on the soap alongside his twin sister Gabrielle Dowling, 18, who continues to play Heath's twin, Cathy Hope. The new Instagram post marks the first time the former soap star has shared an update on the platform since October last year - and fans were stunned by his transformation. One follower wrote: 'Wow guy. All grown up and looking great. Still miss you on the show. Let us know what you up to now.'; While another added: 'Holy c***, mans become Hulk! Looking great bro.' 'Now this is what a 'glow up' looks like.'; 'Wow you look awesome there Seb. Nice one there mate!' Sebastian's final scenes aired on January 1 last year, when Heath was killed in a tragic car crash involving several village teens, including his sister Cathy. At first, Cathy was thought to be behind the wheel, but it was later revealed that it was actually her friend Angelica King (played by Rebecca Bakes) who had been driving. Angelica was charged with death by dangerous driving and handed an eight-month custodial sentence in a secure children's home. She also exited the soap as part of the storyline, although there's a chance she could return to the village once her sentence is served.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Emmerdale star unrecognisable 18 months after quitting soap and being brutally killed off
AN EMMERDALE star has undergone a huge transformation since quitting the soap 18 months ago. The actor - who had appeared in the ITV soap for 17 years - left the show in a dramatic New Year's storyline that saw his character brutally killed off. 4 The Emmerdale star looks totally transformed just 18 months after quitting the soap Credit: instagram/@sebastian_dowling_official 4 The star posted his transformation to Instagram Credit: instagram/@sebastian_dowling_official But now he's shown off his new look and he looks totally different. Actor Sebastian Dowling has cut off his long blonde hair and hit the gym to show off a complete transformation. The star shared some pictures of his new look on Instagram, stunning fans. He captioned the pictures: 'Have you missed me?' One fan replied: 'Holy crap, mans become hulk! looking great bro.' Another added: 'Your chopped bruh …' The teen had played the role of Heath Hope since 2007 on the ITV show before his character was killed off in a horror car crash, presumed to have been caused by his twin sister, Cathy, played by his real-life twin Gabrielle. It later emerged that Cathy had not been driving. She protested her innocence and eventually proved that Angelica King had been the one behind the wheel and responsible for Heath's death. After the character's death last year, Sebastian posted a message of thanks to the show and fans. Emmerdale in double exit shock as show legend leaves after 16 years - and takes co-star with her Sending a poignant message to all of his supporters, Sebastian penned alongside the snaps: "Thanks to everyone @emmerdale for such a fun time filming over the 17 years." Gabrielle herself took a break from the soap earlier this year for her exams. 4 Actor Sebastian Dowling played Heath Hope for 17 years Credit: Instagram/sebastian_dowling_official
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Emmerdale star unrecognisable 18 months after quitting soap and being brutally killed off
AN EMMERDALE star has undergone a huge transformation since quitting the soap 18 months ago. The actor - who had appeared in the ITV soap for 17 years - left the show in a dramatic New Year's storyline that saw his character brutally killed off. 4 But now he's shown off his new look and he looks totally different. Actor Sebastian Dowling has cut off his long blonde hair and hit the gym to show off a complete transformation. The star shared some pictures of his new look on Instagram, stunning fans. He captioned the pictures: 'Have you missed me?' One fan replied: 'Holy crap, mans become hulk! looking great bro.' Another added: 'Your chopped bruh …' The teen had played the role of Heath Hope since 2007 on the ITV show before his character was killed off in a horror car crash, presumed to have been caused by his twin sister, Cathy, played by his real-life twin Gabrielle. It later emerged that Cathy had not been driving. She protested her innocence and eventually proved that Angelica King had been the one behind the wheel and responsible for Heath's death. After the character's death last year, Sebastian posted a message of thanks to the show and fans. Emmerdale in double exit shock as show legend leaves after 16 years - and takes co-star with her Sending a poignant message to all of his supporters, Sebastian penned alongside the snaps: "Thanks to everyone @emmerdale for such a fun time filming over the 17 years." Gabrielle herself took a break from the soap earlier this year for her exams. 4 4
