Kelvin Fletcher seems to be embracing his former Emmerdale role as farmer Andy Sugden, making the leap from soap opera star to genuine livestock keeper. Though his stint on the beloved ITV drama has finished, his television journey continues to flourish.
They secured first place and even claimed the champion trophy, yet the most heartwarming scene unfolded when their two eldest youngsters, Milo and Marnie, stepped forward to help guide the cattle to triumph.
The former Strictly champion urged his daughter to go on and win, though he later revealed off-camera that “it broke his heart,”
The show has established itself as a viewer favourite, celebrated as an inspiring ITV hit. The depiction of this farming family resonates for its genuine nature, even amongst members of the agricultural sector.
The programme doesn’t dodge the tough realities, capturing both the triumphant moments and challenging setbacks the family faces. Viewers have become captivated watching the family pull together whilst tackling daily tasks such as caring for animals, cleaning out stables, and operating farm machinery.
Exploring the more intimate side of things, we examine what the Fletcher’s Family Farm personalities get up to away from the cameras.
When it comes to Emmerdale, Kelvin captured viewers’ affections portraying the loveable Andy Sugden, appearing on our television screens for almost two decades following his first appearance in 1996.
Andy was born to Billy Hopwood and Trisha Hopwood but was raised by Jack Sugden and Sarah Sugden after they adopted him.
Prior to his television stardom, Kelvin had a passion for high-octane thrills. Whilst he may have only managed modest speeds on his Emmerdale tractor, everything shifted in 2017 when he dramatically departed the soap to chase his motorsport ambitions.
He bid farewell to the programme, trading his television vehicles for a gleaming £200,000 racing machine and taking to the circuit. Kelvin wasn’t merely dabbling; his innate talent for racing propelled him through the amateur ranks, bagging championships along the way.
Speaking candidly about his love for motors, he confessed to the Express: “I’ve always been a risk taker, and I love anything with an engine. My dad was a mechanic and I wanted to be one too. Even when I started acting, I still wanted to be in a garage. I was obsessed with cars.”