Benidorm star reveals she is ‘homeless’ and ‘close to living in a cardboard box’ seven years after end of hit ITV sitcom
THIS Benidorm star has revealed that she now basically lives “like a nomad” sleeping on peoples’ couches, despite being a praised actress.
The star was a long-standing member of the Hotel Solana gang, with the ITV series becoming a fan favourite until it ended seven years ago.
However, fast forward to today, and Crissy Rock has revealed that, due to her career, she could end up living “out of a cardboard box”.
Crissy, who played hotel manager Janey York in the sitcom, said that her job means that she’s always on the go, and can’t become “complacent” as her work sends her all over the place.
She told The Express: “Me, I’m like a nomad. I live from place to place to place. My wardrobe is just the boot of my car. If it wasn’t for my friend, I would be living in a hostel or a cardboard box.”
Crissy adds that she “moves around from couch to couch” when back at home in Liverpool, flitting between her friends and family members.
However, the star noted it was her choice to do it, leaving her open for opportunities – including a possible Benidorm reboot.
The Sun exclusively revealed in April that the cast were in early talks to make a comeback for another run.
A source said: “Benidorm was adored by millions when it was suddenly cancelled. Fans will be thrilled to hear ITV wants to bring it back.
“An 11th series hasn’t been commissioned yet, but there’s major excitement building as early talks begin.
“Producers have started to reach out to the show’s stars and are hopeful a decision can be made later this year.”
While she said it would be “brilliant” to bring the show back, Crissy remained tight-lipped about whether she would be a part of it.
Benidorm, which followed a gang of unique British holidaymakers and the quirky staff at the Solana all-inclusive resort in Spain, ran from 2007 to 2018.
The actress appeared as a regular face during the first four series of the show, before becoming less frequent and leaving at the end of series seven.
Sherrie Hewson later replaced her as the Solana’s manager, while Crissy went on to appear on Celebrity Masterchef and I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here.
Even though the show was axed in 2018, it went on to win Best Comedy at the TV Choice Awards that year – prompting creator Derren Litten to take a swipe at the channel over the decision.
As he picked up the gong, he told the crowd: “This is a bit awkward, the show’s just been cancelled.”
“I’ve huge respect for ITV — a show that’s getting five and a half million viewers and still picking up awards, but they’ve cancelled it,” he added.
“That takes balls.”
Despite the end of the show being seven years ago, fans continue to flock to ITVX to watch the series.
The all-star cast included Ted Lasso’s Hannah Waddingham, Johnny Vegas, Tim Healy, Steve Pemberton and Siobhan Finneran.