Currently playing PE teacher Steve Bell in C4’s school drama Ackley Bridge, Paul tells us more about Steve’s job and difficult marriage to Jo Joyner’s Mandy and looks back to his own schooldays…
So did you base Steve on anyone you know?
He’s an old-school PE teacher in that he’s stuck in the 90s. I based him a bit on my PE teacher, who was tough. I also think Steve comes from a bit of a rough background. When he was a kid he got into trouble and had a few fights, and that’s why he gets on so well with the pupils who have troubles.
Would you be mates with Steve in real life?
I personally wouldn’t have him as a friend. He’s not my cup of tea really. He’s a bit rough and ready, a bit of a lad’s lad. I’m certainly not a lad’s lad!
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