Lyndyann Barrass
Lyndyann Barrass | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1976 Newcastle, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Television | Byker Grove |
Lyndyann Barrass (born 1976 in Newcastle, England) is an English actress best known for playing Kirsty "Spuggie" Campbell in the BBC television series Byker Grove.[1]
Career
Lyndyann Barrass began her career playing Kirsty "Spuggie" Campbell, a character who appears in the CBBC television series Byker Grove.[2][3] The character, appearing from 1989 to 1992, became a fan favourite and one of the most recognisable figures on British children's television.
The character "Spuggie" became one of the most well known characters on British TV.[4] Spuggie's name became widely associated with the show, with people referencing the character whenever Byker Grove or Newcastle were mentioned.[5]
Following her time on Byker Grove, Barrass continued to perform in various theatre productions across the UK. She has also worked part-time at a call centre in Sunderland.[6]
Personal life
After leaving Byker Grove in 1993, Barrass studied performing arts at Sunderland College. However, she struggled to find acting work due to typecasting. At 21, she joined a band called Angel, but the group disbanded after a year.[7]
In an incident three years later, Barrass was attacked by three strangers who recognised her as Spuggie. Though she was not seriously injured, the experience led her to quit show business temporarily.[8]
In recent years, she has returned to acting and continues to appear in theatre and on British television as a guest on various shows.[9]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Pointless Celebrities | Self | Contestant |
| 2018 | Top of the Box | Self | Children's TV Correspondent |
| 2014 | Celebrity Juice | Self | Guest |
| 2011 | This Morning | Self | Guest |
| 2008 | The Comedy Map of Britain | Self | Guest |
| 1997 | King Leek | Laura | Main Role |
| 1993 | Harry | Pauline | Guest role (1 episodes) |
| 1992 | Going Live! | Self | Guest |
| 1989–1992 | Byker Grove | Spuggie | Main Role |
References
- ^ McGown, Alistair. "Byker Grove". Screen Online. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
- ^ North, Zenith; Lynch, Tony (1 Jan 1989). The Official Byker Grove Annual (First ed.). UK: Grandreams Ltd for BBC Enterprises Ltd. p. 61. ISBN 978-0862278601. Retrieved 3 April 2023.
- ^ Rose, Adele (1 Nov 1989). Byker Grove (First ed.). UK: Penguin Character Books Ltd. p. 144. ISBN 978-0563208846. Retrieved 3 April 2023.
- ^ TROY-PRYDE, JADIE. "Byker Grove cast – where are they now?". Closer. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
- ^ "Spuggie". Urbandictionary.com. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
- ^ Speed, Paul. "Where are the cast of Byker Grove now?". Derby Telegraph. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
- ^ CHACKSFIELD, MARC. "Kids from TV shows of your youth: Where are they now?". Shortlist. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
- ^ Elliott-Gibbs, Sam. "Where Byker Grove's Spuggy is now after brutal assault forced her to turn back on acting". Mirror. Retrieved 16 April 2023.
- ^ Duke, Simon. "Byker Grove Spuggy's Pointless Celebrities appearance delights fans as she makes shock TV comeback". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2 April 2023.