Hollyoaks Star Jimmy McKenna's Wife Beverly Dies

Actor Jimmy McKenna, who has portrayed Jack Osborne in the Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks since 1996, has revealed the death of his wife, Beverly. The 72-year-old Scottish actor shared his grief in a recent interview, describing the holiday season as 'melancholy' following his loss. He plans to spend Christmas Day with close friends, including co-star Nick Pickard, seeking comfort in their company.

McKenna's personal news comes as his character, Jack Osborne, is set to feature in a heartwarming Christmas storyline on Hollyoaks. Alongside Pearl Anderson, played by Dawn Hope, their characters will be central to four special festive episodes airing in late December. The storyline involves gift exchanges and holiday cheer across four families.

This festive plotline promises proposal drama between Jack and Pearl, though McKenna teased that their plans might not go smoothly initially, ultimately concluding with a 'lovely' outcome. McKenna is also recognized for his earlier role as Don Brady in the British crime series A Touch of Frost.