EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison opens up about money struggles and acting work challenges


EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison opens up about money struggles and acting work challenges

Struggle for Acting Jobs

EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison, known for her role as Heather Trott, has candidly shared her financial struggles and challenges in finding consistent acting work. The 59-year-old actress revealed that she is currently only earning enough to "keep the roof over" her head, emphasizing the reality of actors' financial responsibilities.

Financial Realities of Acting

Cheryl Fergison highlighted the misconception that actors, especially those not in A-List status, struggle with financial stability. She emphasized the need to juggle multiple jobs to make ends meet and pay bills, urging empathy and understanding from the public towards actors working off-screen to support themselves.

New Role and Health Battle

Despite facing challenges in securing acting gigs, Cheryl recently landed a new role in a pantomime production of Cinderella. This opportunity comes after the actress revealed a health battle with womb cancer, adding to the personal struggles she has been navigating alongside her career challenges.

Soap Opera Journey

Cheryl Fergison's character, Heather Trott, was a beloved figure on EastEnders until her character's tragic demise in 2012. The actress shared that the decision for her character to leave the show was made by the executives, leading to her exploration of other acting opportunities and ventures beyond the soap opera realm.


EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison opens up about money struggles and acting work challenges

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