EASTENDERS legend Cliff Parisi has landed a huge new job alongside Coronation Street and Hollyoaks legends.
The actor – who is best known for playing Minty in the BBC soap – has signed up to appear in a major Channel Five show, The Sun can exclusively reveal.
He begun filming a guest role on The Good Ship Murder opposite the likes of Claire Sweeney, Catherine Tyldesley and Shayne Ward.
A source said: “Cliff’s a great coup for the show.
“He’s beloved by viewers for his roles in EastEnders and Call the Midwife and will be a great guest star on the show.
“And he adds a bit more soap sparkle to the show that’s become a surprise hit for the channel.”
The Good Ship Murder was recently renewed for two more series and a 2024 Christmas special.
It stars Shayne Ward as former detective turned cruise ship singer Jack Grayling and Catherine Tyldesley as First Officer Kate Woods.
The Sun also revealed how former Hollyoaks star Ross Adams has landed a part on the series having quit the struggling soap.
Mike Benson, from makers Clapperboard, said: “Series one was something of a journey – or mid-price cruise – into the unknown, not least trying to film a drama on a cruise ship with 6,000 holidaymakers heading to eight different countries.”
C5 exec Paul Testar added: “We’re excited to be bringing this series back.”
It’s good news for Catherine as she just had her UK touring production of Bonnie and Clyde abruptly cancelled by organisers.
A spokesman for the musical said: “Bonnie & Clyde The Musical will conclude its UK & Ireland tour with immediate effect.
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