Hollyoaks sign up Netflix star with link to Simon Cowell as part of new Keane family
Singer Sam Meyer may have missed out on a spot in Simon Cowell's band December 10 but he's now heading to Chester after a landing a role in Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks
Hollyoaks have signed up a star from Netflix’s Simon Cowell: The Next Act.
Channel 4 ’s continuing drama recently announced that Emmerdale ’s Matthew Wolfenden and Coronation Street stars Rebecca Ryan and Lewis Walton will be joining the cast of Hollyoaks as part of a brand-new family.
Hollyoaks can now reveal that singer Sam Meyer will be completing this new family unit as the Keanes move into the Chester village this Spring with a hidden connection to a beloved Hollyoaks family.
Sam recently featured on Netflix ’s Simon Cowell: The Next Act and was the final contestant before the formation of the band December 10.
Talking about joining Hollyoaks, Sam said “I am absolutely buzzing to say that I am joining the cast of Hollyoaks.
Hollyoaks recently announced Emmerdale ’s Matthew Wolfenden and Coronation Street stars Rebecca Ryan and Lewis Walton will be joining the cast as part of a brand-new family(Image: Lime Pictures)
“He’s a cool kid with a lot of golden retriever-like energy, he loves his fashion and he’s quite smart for his age. Look out for this new kid in the village.
“I am happy that I am joining the cast as part of a brand-new family as well and I can’t wait to see what trouble we all get into together.”
Matthew Wolfenden, best known for playing David Metcalfe in Emmerdale added: “I’m so excited to finally share that I’m joining Hollyoaks as part of a brand-new family arriving in the village.
“It’s an absolute privilege to step into this world and be part of something so iconic. From the moment I read the scripts, I knew this was going to be something special.
Fans will be introduced to the Keane family this Spring(Image: Lime Pictures)
“I can’t wait for the audience to meet them and see how they turn a few heads along the way. It’s going to be a ride, buckle up.”
Rebecca, who played Lydia Chambers in Corrie, said: “”I am so excited to be joining the cast of Hollyoaks. My character is feisty and a bit of a firecracker but fiercely loyal. I am having the best time so far and can’t wait for her story to unfold.”
Lewis, best known for his role as young Mick in Coronation Street, said: “I’m thrilled to be joining the Hollyoaks cast.
Sam recently featured on Netflix ’s Simon Cowell: The Next Act and was the final contestant before the formation of the band December 10
“My character is charismatic, sporty and someone who’s always been the fun, positive presence in the room.
He’s incredibly close to his family and determined to follow in his dad’s footsteps, while chasing big ambitions of his own, especially when it comes to sport.
“But life doesn’t always go to plan, and an unexpected challenge will force him to dig deeper than ever before.”