Here’s the funny bit. Steve McFadden is reportedly a quiet, private man. He hates the London paparazzi.
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He’s not out there starting fights. He’s probably at home, reading a book. Or stroking a cat. I like to imagine he does both at the same time.
It’s the ultimate acting trick. A gentle soul who can turn into a terrifying monster on cue. Pure magic.
He once said in an interview that he finds Phil “sad and pathetic.” He feels sorry for him. That’s brilliant acting. Feeling sorry for the man who made his own mother cry.
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Want to impress your mates down the pub? Drop this one. Steve McFadden almost turned down the role.
He thought the character was too one-dimensional. A thug. He agreed to do it for just six months. That was over thirty years ago. Ouch.
Another gem: he’s a classically trained singer. You read that right. The voice of the “Get outta my pub!” scream can actually carry a tune.
In 2018, he sang on a charity single. A beautiful version of “Silent Night”. Imagine Phil Mitchell singing carols. It’s the most surreal thing ever.
Also, he has a massive fear of flying. This is why Phil rarely goes on holiday abroad. That character doesn’t do beach clubs. He does dodgy pubs in Essex.
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