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Shona McGarty: From Albert Square to Music Dreams
1 Mar
Summary
- Shona McGarty left EastEnders in 2024 to pursue a singing career.
- She describes her Hertfordshire village as similar to Emmerdale.
- McGarty is actively writing original music across various genres.

Shona McGarty, who recently departed EastEnders in 2024 after many years, is now focusing on her singing aspirations. She finds her home village in Hertfordshire to be reminiscent of the setting in the ITV soap opera Emmerdale.
McGarty expressed her dedication to music, stating her intention to forge a career in singing. She has been actively engaged in studio work, writing original material and exploring diverse musical genres. Her journey involves experimenting to define her unique sound.
She fondly described her home village of Old Welwyn as a place with local amenities like a post office and a shop, likening its character to that of Emmerdale. McGarty also recommended a local family-run restaurant, which she has frequented since its opening in 2023.
The restaurant owner, Alison, praised McGarty's talent and character, noting her fondness for the actress. McGarty also gained further public exposure by participating in I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! in the previous year.




