Is Lydia alive in River City 2022?

Lydia is dead. Alex has been arrested for her murder.

Is Lydia in River City alive?

In 2007, Leonard joined the cast of Scottish soap opera River City playing Lydia Murdoch. She quit the role in 2010. In 2017 Leonard reprised the role of Lydia Murdoch, she then quit the role again in 2019 when her character was accidentally killed by her husband Lenny.

Is Lydia coming back in River City?

Jacqueline Leonard returns to River City as Lydia Murdoch. A familiar face from River City's past returns to Shieldinch this year when Jacqueline Leonard reprises her role as Lydia Murdoch, the estranged wife of local gangster Lenny.

Is Lydia still alive in River City 2022?

Soap shocker as River City character returns 'from the dead' after three years. RIVER City star Jacqueline Leonard admits it's a dream come true to have her very own Dallas moment - as Lydia Murdoch 'comes back from the dead' like Bobby Ewing did in the classic US soap.

How did Lydia survive in River City?

The audience last saw Lydia having been apparently shot dead by Lenny, then dumped in the boot of Alex's car. It was so cold that night, Lydia developed hypothermia, reducing the rate of bleeding which helped Lydia survive.

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Why did Lydia leave River?

Lydia Murdoch was presumed dead after dramatically disappearing from the show back in 2010. She fled in fear of reprisal from hubby Lenny (Frank Gallagher) after trying to frame him for the death of his son Ewan, who accidentally fell to his death from scaffolding.

Who is leaving River City 2022?

Actor Sean Connor, alongside David Paisley and Charlene Boyd all appear to have made an exit from the soap after the latest episodes. Sean, who plays Dylan in the soap based in fictional Shieldinch, took to his social media to bid farewell to the show after two years.

Who is Alex's daughter in River City?

Jessie has formed a great bond with their grandfather, Lenny, and their uncle Rory. While Alex has tried to hide the less than legal operations of the Murdoch clan, Jessie is too smart to have the wool pulled over their eyes.

Is Jacqueline Leonard Scottish?

The family lived in Scotland for much of Leonard's childhood, which is another reason why returning north to shoot River City is so special for her. “I grew up near Bathgate and Falkirk, and everyone in the family used to ask when I was coming up here to work.

Who is Jackie Leonard?

Leonard (born Leonard Lebitsky; April 24, 1910 – May 10, 1973) was an American comedian and actor who made frequent appearances on television variety and game shows. Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

When did Lenny shoot Lydia?

February 19th, 2019: “A bewildered Lenny is stunned as his victim falls to her knees – he's shot Lydia.

Who is Stevie's dad River City?

We can finally announce that Grant Stott will be joining River City as Stevie's 80s rock star dad, Sam Spiller, later this month.

Who is the new woman in River City?

Julie Austin (The Flying Scotsman, Magdalene Sisters, Braveheart) plays Mandy Kennedy, trophy wife to no-nonsense gangster Billy Kennedy [Alexander Morton], a woman who turns a blind eye to her husband's dodgy dealings and finds her new home in Shieldinch unsettling, to say the least.

Is Caitlin leaving River City?

WATERLOO Road bosses contacted River City and asked if they would free the teenager, who plays Christina from her contract. ACTRESS Caitlin Gillespie has been poached from River City by producers of rival Scottish-based series Waterloo Road.

Why is Lenny not in River City?

River City hardman Lenny Murdoch actor Frank Gallagher on his health scare year from hell. The 45-year-old actor was left bedridden and fearing for his future while doctors were baffled by his condition. River City star Frank Gallagher has revealed he was left unable to walk after a mystery fungus invaded his lungs.

Who is new in River City?

ONE of River City's most loved characters Roisin McIntyre is set to make a dramatic return to the popular BBC soap. Actress Joyce Falconer will resume the role she last played in 2008 while fans of River City will also welcome a new face as broadcaster and actor Grant Stott joins the soap.

Is Nicole leaving River City?

Airdrie actress Holly Jack is bidding a fond farewell to her fictional home of Shieldinch. The 23-year-old has decided to quit her role as troubled teenager Nicole Brodie in Scottish soap River City to pursue other projects.

Was Linda Hancock in EastEnders?

did you know that Linda played Joe Wicks' mum in #Eastenders?.. I knew she looked familiar." Another chimed: "The woman playing Linda in #Corrie looks familiar to me and tonight I recognised her voice. I just realised it's the woman who played Joe Wicks' mum Lorraine in EastEnders!"

Who did Jacqueline Leonard play in EastEnders?

Lorraine Wicks is a fictional character from the British BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Jacqueline Leonard between 2 April 1996 and 14 November 1997.

What age is Linda Hancock?

Linda is played by actress Jacqueline Leonard. Jacqueline was born on November 28 1965 making her 56 years old.