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Wales Online
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Joe Swash's on-screen and real life sister with normal job
Joe Swash's on-screen and real life sister with normal job BBC viewers were left hailing Joe Swash's 'real life' sister Shana Swash a 'legend' as they were treated to a rare sibling on-screen reunion on the latest episode of the reality series Stacey and Joe Joe Swash's sister Shana Swash appeared on the latest episode of BBC reality series Stacey & Joe (Image: BBC ) In the recent airing of the BBC reality show Stacey and Joe, which follows Stacey Solomon and husband Joe Swash, viewers were treated to an endearing family moment when Joe visited his sister, EastEnders star, Shana Swash at her new business, a coffee trailer named Swash and Jones Coffee situated in Barnard Park, Islington. The latest episode, on April 29, took fans along with Joe, age 43, to support his on screen and life sister Shana, 34, who proudly runs her own coffee venture. The visit served as both a heart warming reunion and an act of familial encouragement as Joe aimed to back a heartfelt initiative. Joe was seen on the programme inquisitively checking on his sister's entrepreneurial progress, asking "How's the big opening going?" For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Shana responded with enthusiasm, "Do you know what, I'm thoroughly enjoying it!" as she handed out a hot chocolate from her kiosk. (Image: BBC ) During the show, the siblings decided to band together for a charitable event; Joe invited Shana to join his 'dream team' for a charity fun run to support Comfort Case UK, which provides essential case packs to children entering foster care. Article continues below The subsequent scenes captured the vibrancy of the fun run, culminating in Shana's candid confession post-race: "I thoroughly enjoyed it when I got to the end, great cause, awful race that's what I have to say!". For soap fans, Shana's return to TV would spark delight, not least because she and brother Joe share roots in acting—particularly their notable stints on EastEnders where Joe played Mickey Miller from 2003 to 2011, with a cameo reprise in 2024. Shana made a name for herself as Demi Miller from 2004 to 2006, stirring up Albert Square with her character's gripping teenage pregnancy plot. Joe played the role of Mickey Miller from 2003 until 2011 while Shana played the role of Demi Miller from 2004 to 2006 (Image: BBC ) Famed for her stint on EastEnders until 2006, Shana has since branched out, recently launching her coffee venture Swash and Jones, and celebrating the birth of her first child, Kitty Frances Swash Jones, in December 2023. The actress has spoken about the challenges of juggling her new business with her acting career, particularly regarding her 2023 film role in Love Without Walls. In a conversation with she shared: "It's difficult, but I did Love Without Walls right before I opened Swash and Jones. So, at the moment, things are happening at really nice times where they fall into place with each other. "I work for myself, so I can come and go as I please, and that's the glory of it. So if something does come up, I can shut up shop or get somebody in, and I can go and do some work." Reflecting on the inception of her coffee business, she added: "That came out of Covid and lockdown, and not having a job, and needing something. It was a real change-up, because I was doing something that I've always wanted to do. Article continues below "So I always say I was kind of thankful for Covid in a weird way for getting me up and out and doing it. I have a lovely trailer and we sell coffee and lovely sandwiches in the park I grew up in, so at the moment I'm loving working for myself, really enjoying it."
Metro
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Joe Swash's sister Shana's 'normal job' 19 years after EastEnders role
Shana Swash first appeared on our screens over two decades ago as Demi Miller in EastEnders, alongside real life brother Joe Swash. The actress, 34, was involved in a hugely controversial storyline that saw Demi give birth at just 13 years old. The character drew the attention of Albert Square locals when she arrived with her family in 2004, due to her pregnancy. The famous face spent two years on Albert Square as part of the Miller family, but was written out of the show in 2006 when Demi left to live in the Cotswolds with her mum. Life for Shana has changed a great deal since she left Walford. In 2021, she opened her new coffee business Swash and Jones in Banard Park, Islington. The establishment was featured during last night's episode of BBC reality series Stacey & Joe, which follows Joe's life alongside TV presenter wife Stacey Solomon and their family. Siblings Shana and Joe then enjoyed a hot chocolate and chatted about his upcoming fun run for Comfort Case UK – a charity that provides comfort cases filled with belongings to youngsters entering the care system. Later, we saw the two take part in the race, with Shana joking: 'I thoroughly enjoyed it when I got to the end – great cause, awful race – that's what I have to say!' She also gave birth to her first child, Kitty Frances Swash Jones, with fiancé Nick Jones in 2023. The star previously opened up about juggling her business while starring in the film Love Without Walls. 'It's difficult, but I did Love Without Walls right before I opened Swash and Jones. 'So, at the moment, things are happening at really nice times where they fall into place with each other', she explained to 'I work for myself, so I can come and go as I please, and that's the glory of it. So if something does come up, I can shut up or get somebody in, and I can go and do some work.' She added: 'My social life has gone from zero to 100 all of a sudden, it's so lovely to be able to have the time to go and spend with friends and family. But yeah, that's what I always say I'm thankful for – working for myself.' Discussing what it was like opening her business after the Coronavirus pandemic, Shana said: 'That came out of Covid and lockdown, and not having a job, and needing something. 'It was a real change-up, because I was doing something that I've always wanted to do. 'So I always say I was kind of thankful for Covid in a weird way for getting me up and out and doing it. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! 'I have a lovely trailer and we sell coffee and lovely sandwiches in the park I grew up in, so at the moment I'm loving working for myself, really enjoying it.' More Trending Since leaving EastEnders, she has continued developing her acting career, appearing in shows such as Doctors and Top Boy. She has also featured in independent films, and earned herself a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the British Independent Film Awards for her role in My Feral Heart. View More » This article was originally published on 7th May 2024. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: Coronation Street denies rumours that one of their most popular stars has quit MORE: EastEnders star's 'heart is full' as he welcomes second child with adorable name MORE: TV star Bryan Murray doesn't know he's left soap as he battles dementia
