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Post by sootycat on Mar 21, 2005 12:09:57 GMT
From the SunCorrie cutey Sam Aston is clearly not ready for life as a soap heart-throb. The 11 year old, who plays young Chesney, found himself surrounded by girl fans in Bury, Greater Manchester. One onlooker said " Sam looked terrified. He just clung on to his Mum with both hands and refused to look at them " Ahh bless him. 
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 21, 2005 17:56:01 GMT
Aww, bless him.
Patsy
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Post by Nick on Mar 21, 2005 19:14:40 GMT
Bless his cotton socks..i wonder if jack p Shepherd has had his nose pushed out of joint..when he first came into it as david,he was the little 'cheeky' thing
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 21, 2005 20:18:35 GMT
Interesting point, Nick. But he's growing up now, isn't he? Taller than Gail. Maybe he wouldn't mind being the next sex symbol.
Patsy
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Post by Nick on Mar 21, 2005 20:50:35 GMT
Mmmm thats true..out of short trousers and into the Gym and solarium
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 21, 2005 22:53:11 GMT
LOL! At least he can act so won't need regular varnishing like some.
Patsy
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Post by Nick on Mar 22, 2005 1:31:07 GMT
LOL ;D
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Post by Deborah on Mar 22, 2005 4:04:58 GMT
I wrote a letter to Jack P Shepherd last year and got a reply. I had told him what a great actor he was and he would probably have a long career. In his letter back to me he put " You say you think I have a long career ahead of me, I don't know about that. In this business you can be the flavour of the month one minute and out of work the next I just take it as it comes, I'm a big believer in fate." I'll have to write to Sam now! |
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 22, 2005 9:17:58 GMT
Jack's very wise for his age, isn't he? Wish others were as realistic. There's too many getting through drama school because they've paid a fee, regardless of how good they are. So many wonderful actors are either unemployed or in theatre since on TV it's usually looks over talent and the same people hired for jobs. Peter Davison (though he has his own good career) gets very huffy at ex-soap stars taking all the work.
Patsy
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Post by Jade on Mar 24, 2005 19:36:28 GMT
Poor Sam. bless him! I feel quite soz for him actually! Yeah, thats so true Rita. Yeah, he does seem quite wise, hes not as arrogant then as he appears to be... |
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 24, 2005 22:44:20 GMT
Maybe his parents have instilled politeness in him and told him to always reply. I know Lucille Ball did with her children because she says the fans are very important.
Patsy
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Post by sootycat on Mar 25, 2005 12:34:05 GMT
I think it may have quite a bit to do with the fact that the whole family of Aston offspring ( and there are about 8 ) are all connected to the acting profession.
So young Sam, being the youngest, will have had those sort of manners instilled in him.
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 25, 2005 13:41:48 GMT
That's true, sooty. Too many youngsters are ill-mannered and thugs.
Patsy
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Post by Norris Cole on Mar 25, 2005 15:54:11 GMT
Many actors prefer the theatre having an audience right there in front of you must make you want to perform your best every night.
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 25, 2005 17:32:05 GMT
True. There's more connection with the audience and instant reaction. Though some don't touch it with a bargepole. Patrick Troughton is quoted as calling it "shouting at night". LOL!
Patsy
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Post by pearly queen on Mar 25, 2005 22:06:21 GMT
I remember Liza Zavaroni - she had a terrible time :child star, pressure, rejection, anorexia. This should never be inflicted on any kid. I gather now that TV companies counsel young ones on what to expect so they don't get too freaked and let it ruin everything. Let kids be kids, I say.
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 25, 2005 22:32:59 GMT
I agree, pearly. What happened to Lena was just terrible. These kids mags don't help with the obsession with looks and weight (same with Sexiest awards). Anorexia and bulimia are on the increase and nothing's being done. Kids are made to grow up way too fast these days. So yes, let kids be kids. And drop PC so they can get dirty and fall over.
Patsy
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Post by Norris Cole on Mar 25, 2005 22:41:50 GMT
I heard he earned a £40k a year ! Thats a lot for an 8year old
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Post by Lugz D. McPie, Esq. on Mar 25, 2005 22:45:11 GMT
That's true. He's 11 though, not that that makes much difference. I wonder whether his parents put it all into a savings bond thing for when he's older.
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 25, 2005 23:01:34 GMT
I should imagine so but they're keeping his feet well and truly on the ground. Even at his school (or drama school) he doesn't necessarily get the best parts just because he's become famous.
Patsy
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Post by Norris Cole on Mar 26, 2005 13:54:05 GMT
It must be impossible to keep his feet totally on the ground.
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 26, 2005 13:56:42 GMT
It probably is but I'm sure they're having a damn good try. Patsy |
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Post by Norris Cole on Mar 26, 2005 14:08:13 GMT
yep. Aslong as they can keep their feet on the ground - they must be local celebs where they live lol
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Post by RitaLittlewood on Mar 26, 2005 14:17:29 GMT
He probably gets mobbed when he buys a packet of sweets.
Patsy
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