Jason Manford recently addressed rumors surrounding his departure from the TV series Waterloo Road, where he played the character Steve Savage. Dismissing claims that he “quit” the show after one season, the comedian humorously explained the real reason for his exit in response to a news report that misinterpreted the situation.
In a tweet, the 8 Out of 10 Cats star clarified, “I mean, I didn’t ‘quit’ but really tough to carry as headteacher once you’ve chucked a pupil’s dead body in the canal! It doesn’t look good on the old Ofsted report! @WaterlooRoad,” accompanied by a laughing emoji. His tweet garnered significant attention with numerous fans expressing admiration for his character.
Fans shared their sentiments in the comments section, with one remarking on the short-term contract for the role and another praising Manford’s portrayal of Steve Savage. The engagement continued with fans suggesting humorous scenarios for his character and acknowledging his impact on the show.
Previously, the Salford-born comedian disclosed that he requested a change in his character’s storyline due to feedback from his daughters, who found the initial plotline involving a romantic interest with a younger character uncomfortable. Consequently, the show’s producers revised the storyline, leading to a more age-appropriate romance with the character played by Kym Marsh.
In his final episode as the headteacher, Jason’s character faced imprisonment for perverting the course of justice. The upcoming season will introduce a new headteacher, Dame Stella Drake, portrayed by Lindsey Coulson, to take over the role.
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