Where is Lee MacDonald now?
Since leaving Grange Hill in 1987, Lee has enjoyed cameos in The Bill, Birds Of A Feather and Neighbours, but Zammo was his last long-term part. However he has moved away from acting to become a locksmith, and open his own store in Banstead, London.
How old is zammo?
He made his first appearance in episode 1 of series 5 and made his last appearance in episode 24 of series 10. Zammo is the son of Sheila McGuire….
| Zammo McGuire | |
|---|---|
| Nicknames | Zammo Sammy |
| Age | 11-12 (Series 5) 12-13 (Series 6) 13-14 (Series 7) 14-15 (Series 8) 15-16 (Series 9) 16-17 (Series 10) |
| Gender | Male |
How old is Lee MacDonald?
53 years (June 21, 1968)
Lee MacDonald/Age
Where was Lee MacDonald born?
England, United Kingdom
Lee MacDonald/Place of birth
Why did Jonah leave Grange Hill?
Whilst Jonah Jones had proved to be a very popular character in Grange Hill, producers were not keen for Jonah to continue in the series and decided to kill him off. As a result, Lee Sparke didn’t sign a contract for Series 7, leaving the Grange Hill Production team with a big problem.
Did zammo and Jackie get married?
Zammo and Jackie announce that they have decided to postpone their wedding. The party continues regardless – in honour of Mr Griffiths. Final appearances: Zammo McGuire, Jackie Wright, Steven Banks, Roland Browning, Fay Lucas, Paul Holloway, Ant Jones, Mr Kennedy, Mr Scott, Miss Partridge and more.
What happened to Jonah in Grange Hill?
Jonah was played by actor Lee Sparke, but this popular character was written out after two series when producers decided to kill him off. However, before this storyline could be filmed Lee left Grange Hill, leaving Jonah to move to Wales and never be seen again.
Who was zammo’s girlfriend in Grange Hill?
Jacqueline “Jackie” Wright is a student at Grange Hill School from 1984 to 1987, played by Melissa Wilks….
| Jackie Wright | |
|---|---|
| Relationships | Zammo McGuire (Boyfriend) Banksy Banks (Ex-Boyfriend) |
| School | Brookdale School Grange Hill School |
Why was Grange Hill Cancelled?
The BBC has decided not to recommission the show and the final episodes will air at the end of this year. Anne Gilchrist, the CBBC controller, said the decision to end Grange Hill’s 30-year run was part of a move to reflect more accurately children’s lives today.
What happened Joann Kenny?
She can also be seen in the videos for The Mobiles’ 1981 single Drowning in Berlin and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark’s Genetic Engineering (1983). You can watch a video tribute to Joann here. * Some reports claim she died of cancer, but her death certificate apparently reads as this.
What happened to Zammo in Grange Hill?
Zammo was the cheeky character who was the centre of one of Grange Hill’s most famous storylines when he became a heroin addict in 1986. Lee played Zammo for five years, was sent to a rehab clinic to research his part at 15 and was shocked by what he saw.