Just over a week since I received my first Casualty autograph success (Charles Dale), I received a second success today from George Rainsford, who plays Ethan Hardy in the show. Heres how it works. But, I dont act for any other reason than I enjoy doing it and whats the point of doing something you dont enjoy repeating the same thing over and over again. June 7, 2016. as DS Gareth Rees in The Pembrokeshire Murders as Mackenzie 'Big Mac' Chalker . - News - Casualty - What's on TV", "Full cast announced for Everybody's Talking About Jamie", "Everybody's Talking About Jamie review joyous teen drag musical", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Charles_Dale&oldid=1084386673, This page was last edited on 24 April 2022, at 05:08. "I try and do different things and I think that has hampered my career to a certain degree," he told the publication. Tony Marshall is also making a return for the anniversary special after his tragic death in the show earlier this year meaning that Big Mac and Noel will be back together again. "Because they do like to put you in boxes and if you can find a niche and sit in it that can do you quite a lot of good. Read more: Rhod Gilbert takes over DIY SOS presenting role for Children in Need special. After leaving school in 1979, he became an assistant stage manager (through a Youth Opportunity Scheme) at the Torch Theatre in Milford Haven, where he stayed for a year. But over the course of the episode, he remembers what he used to be like basically and the person he used to be and that he's got to stand up for himself and the people around him." James overdoses a patient. My mum and dad were big amateurs, and very good quality amateurs so I grew up sitting in the back of rehearsal rooms playing with my toy soldiers so I always watched people rehearsing. Charles father, Laurie, then took over the shop in 1964. It's quite unusual for Casualty because there's a lot of flashbacks." TRAINED : LAMDA. (2004) in 2004. November 28 Actor #25. Charles Dale has been discovered to be running his family-owned record shop in the tiny Welsh seaside town of Tenby in Pembrokeshire. All rights reserved. Warren OrchardBBC. Award-winning British programmes made by the business are internationally recognised across a broad range of genres and specialisms, with brands like Strictly Come Dancing/Dancing with the Stars, Top Gear, Doctor Who and Bluey. E31 All episodes Cast & crew IMDbPro All topics Survivors Episode aired Apr 16, 2016 TV-PG IMDb RATING 6.0 /10 13 YOUR RATING Rate Drama Rita is left sickened by her ex-husband's new lover. Former Casualty actor Charles Dale plays a key role in the episode as he takes on the part of the company's chief executive Jacob Tark, who is Bertie's father. 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Could this weeks flashback lead to a more permanent return to the wards for Big Mac? To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. As well as active involvement in the WTW familys social media accounts, she has been known to get chatty on the red carpet and wander into the odd podcast. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Casualty cements its status as the longest running primetime medical drama in the world. Charles Dale is a Welsh actor known for playing Big Mac in Casualty, Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street, Gary "Chef" Alcock in The Lakes and Clive Eustace in The Eustace Bros. Played by Charles Dale Big Mac tries to be everyone's friend and loves nothing more than sharing a few jokes over a nice cup of tea. "I said 'no thank you', now I dont know about what you, but I think thats something a local paper should perhaps report on rather than charge for.". Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! He departed in the show's 999th episode "You Make Me Sick", which aired in June 2016. This article about a British television actor born in the 1960s is a stub. Charles Dale was born in Tenby, Pembrokeshire in 1963. But, I don't act for any other reason than I enjoy doing it and what's the point of doing something you don't enjoy repeating the same thing over and over again. He is a private family man who does not court publicity. The audience are going to love the episode!, 14.08.21#Casualty35 pic.twitter.com/xJPzPv4Tph. Charles Dale (born 4 February 1963) is a Welsh actor known for playing Big Mac in Casualty, Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street, Gary "Chef" Alcock in The Lakes and Clive Eustace in The Eustace Bros.[1][2] He was born in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales. "(laughs) I'm not sure if Id go that far! Continuing his chat with Wales Online, Charles commented on his acting career and how he absolutely doesnt mind the quiet start to the year, as he has plenty of things to do! Privacy Policy. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He's totally immature in the respect that he hasn't hadn't a life so hes never really experienced life, you know, girls are a complete old mystery to poor old Mac." Charles' fans were quick to praise the star on his huge career move. Charles Dale left the show in June 2016 after his character became addicted to drugs and started stealing from the hospital's pharmacy. Charles arrived on the cobbles back in 2000 and began a relationship with Eileen Grimshaw(Sue Cleaver) later that year. Call the Midwife season 12: US release date, cast, plot, trailer and all we know. Edward and James tell Ruth they are a couple now in front of the staff. How do we fix this? In Ethan Hardys feverish dream in Casualty's 35th anniversary special, Big Mac and best mate, ED receptionist Noel Garcia, are bickering about who is more vital to the hospital, and rope Ethan and his brother Cal Knight into their disagreement. "Mac basically realises that it's time he stood up for himself and that he can't run from things that happened in the past all his life." Tonys son also makes an appearance in the episode, playing the character of Rudi, a young boy who needs help in the ED. "The crew, as usual, were wonderful, with loads of friends and familiar faces. Charles' character in Casualty was a hospital porter who worked his way up to medical life-saver. Casualty celebrates its 35th birthday with a special extended episode on Saturday 14 August at 8.45pm. After occasional acting roles, he He later appeared as Clive, in Paradise Heights (2002) for the BBC with Neil Morrissey and Ralf Little as well as its spin-off The Eustace Bros. (2003). CORONATION Street star Charles Dale has revealed his surprise new career move 20 years after his dramatic soap exit. In March 2014, Iain and Big Mac were called out to a fire at a local B&B, but Iain realised that the casualty was Beth Archer, the wife of one of Iain's old army colleagues. present) (1 child). BBC Studios/Gary Moyes BBC. Drama Big Mac reveals all as his conscience gets the better of him. The actor, known for his role as Big Mac in the BBC. "BBC One - Casualty - MacKenzie 'Big Mac' Chalker", "Charles Dale: 'I'm not sure people will miss me from Casualty!' But between roles, Charles can be found chatting to customers from behind the counter of Dales Music as he carries on the family business that's been with the Dales since 1947, when Charles' grandad owned the music shop, and dad Laurie, took the shop on in 1964. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. I thoroughly enjoyed Corrie, I had a very nice time socially, it was great cast, Si Gregson is my son's godfather, you know, Steve McDonald, I had really good mates up there. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Dale is an actor who is well known for playing Big Mac in Casualty , Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street , Gary "Chef" Alcock in The Lakes and Clive Eustace in The Eustace Bros. . Follow actors to get notifications and filter by them in top charts. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Bath It will be a surprise to viewers to see Cal (Richard Winsor) again, since his devastating death at the hands of Scott in 2017. Able to take an idea seamlessly from thought to screen and beyond, its activities span content financing, development, production, sales, branded services, and ancillaries across both its own productions, and programmes and formats made by high-quality UK independents. Charles played the role of Big Mac in Casualty from 2007-2016. Known for his roles in Casualty, as Big Mac, Chef in '90s. Further roles emerged in ITV's Steel River Blues (2004) and a children's series Barking! Casualty still pulls in between five and seven million viewers "When you consider, I mean when I was a young actor, this amount guaranteed you a second series, now for a show in today's day and age with the internet and cable channels and all the various other things going on, to pull in regularly this many viewers is extraordinary and long may it continue!" So this happened pic.twitter.com/dZHEwOyOmd, Certainly keeping busy between jobs, Charles said: I look at things and sometimes I think that needs fixing. - I think to a certain degree we're alike in that. Big Mac prides himself in being Casualty's friendly, reliable porter. Casualty star Charles Dale on Big Macs shock return for BBC1s 35th anniversary celebrations. Ive got a shop to run! Work has been a little quieter for the telly veteran so far this year but the new town councillor doesnt mind. Charles Dale (born 4 February 1963) is a Welsh actor known for playing Big Mac in Casualty, Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street, Gary "Chef" Alcock in The Lakes and Clive Eustace in The Eustace Bros. "Today a staff member from my local paper came into my shop (another long story, and no, I havent retired) and asked me if I wanted to pay 50 to have my name and contact details put in the paper alongside the other candidates. Please refresh the page and try again. Casualty will kick-off it's 36th series with a special feature length anniversary episode. Winter Wonderland: Directed by Declan O'Dwyer. "It's great! Get the latest updates, reviews and unmissable series to watch and more! With twenty years of experience as an entertainment journalist, Elaine writes for Whats on TV, TV Times, TV & Satellite Week and (opens in new tab)www.whattowatch.com (opens in new tab) covering a variety of programs from gardening and wildlife to documentaries and drama. Charles Dale bids a sad farewell this weekend, as he leaves CASUALTY after nine years on the show. The actor - who played Dennis Stringer in the ITV soap from 2000 to 2002 - will be swapping acting for politics as he stands for election at his local council. He resigned after admitting to stealing pills because of his painkiller addiction. "I pretty much know about my character's life from the off, I don't know why, I've never been able to pinpoint it, but fortunately as an actor it's always been something that's come very natural to me. Bath Charles Dale (born 4 February 1963) is a Welsh actor known for playing Big Mac in Casualty, Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street, Gary "Chef" Alcock in The Lakes and Clive Eustace in The Eustace Bros. [1] [2] He was born in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Beginning in 1986 Casualty has taken a prime time Saturday . [5], In 2017, he played Hugo in the new musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.[6][7]. The actor spend time travelling the world with theatre productions, acting on Broadway and has a CV full of appearances in British TV classics, from Lovejoy, Touch of Frost and BBC's Sherwood to his larger roles in Corrie, Casualty and The Pembrokeshire Murders, all the while keeping the family shop going alongside his sister, Linzi. Feedback received for Casualty (page 9 of 16): George Rainsford (Casualty) Success! There was a problem. The feature-length episode will include some familiar faces from Casualty's 35-year history, Keep up to date with the latest stories with our WalesOnline newsletter. He has been involved in a number of storylines over the . View our online Press Pack. Tony Marshall, Charles Dale and Richard Winsor will be reprising their roles of much loved characters Noel, Big Mac and Cal for a one-off special of the medical drama. "It's just as well really. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. 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It's like anything, you always know who the troublemakers are." Director Julie Edwards Writer John Yorke Stars Charles Dale Tony Marshall Chloe Howman See production, box office & company info Add to Watchlist Photos Add photo Top cast Edit Charles Dale Big Mac Is he the sort of character you reckon you could have a pint with?! (? Tony Marshall, Charles Dale and Richard Winsor will be reprising their roles of much loved characters Noel, Big Mac and Cal for a one-off special of the BBC Studios produced drama. To get the latest What's On email updates from WalesOnline, click here, Charles Dale is returning to Casualty for the 35th anniversary special. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. We caught up with Charles Dale, 58, who plays Big Mac, to find out more Charles Dale: "Yes, I was very surprised to be asked back but obviously delighted. The audience are going to love the episode!, Charles Dale, says: Its lovely to be back with my friends again, especially, THE Tony Marshall. Acting isn't always a long-term career option and many former soap stars have stepped out of the limelight to support their families and go back to a quieter life. The popular BBC medical drama Casualty is turning 35 this week and Welshman Charles Dale is making a return for the hour-long episode. Hes been scared to go out and hes terrified of life. Return of the Mac! Thank you for signing up to Whattowatch. Could you ever do Mac's job for real? It was a joy working with my son as well as of course Charlie Dale and Richard Winsor. He has also made appearances in Lovejoy, Soldier Soldier, Bramwell, A Touch of Frost, Touching Evil III, The Bill, At Home with the Braithwaites, Burnside, Steel River Blues, New Tricks, Where the Heart Is, Holby City, Spaced, Rocket Man, The Pembrokeshire Murders and Unforgotten. Charles Dale (born 28 November 1963) is a Welsh actor known for his role as Big Mac on Casualty since 2007. "I look at things and sometimes I think 'that needs fixing," he told Wales Online of his new councillor role. Ive been very fortunate over the years and I have been very busy! "Yes, because basically in a previous episode Mac caught one of the gang trying to steal drugs from the hospital and from that point on he becomes a marked man as far as they're concerned and they're going to terrorise him as much as they can. From November 2007 until June 2016, Dale portrayed Big Mac, a hospital porter, an Emergency Care Assistant and a Healthcare Assistant in the BBC One series Casualty.[3][4]. The Corrie star . His father ran a record shop in Tenby and both his parents were keen amateur actors. BA1 1UA. Big Mac lives on a tough estate and he knows everybody on that estate because he's that kind of person. Read about our approach to external linking. Publicity Listings But he's no pushover, says actor Charles Dale. The awards highlight educators from around the country cited by their peers for their dedication to the profession, community engagement, professional development, attention . (through a Youth Opportunity Scheme) at the Torch Theatre in Milford The popular BBC medical drama Casualty is turning 35 this week and Welshman Charles Dale is making a return for the hour-long episode. Official Sites, He is the only actor to have appeared in both live-to-air episodes of TV's, In the cast of Casualty as the porter Big Mac [July 2008], View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. Keep checking our Casualty page for more exclusive interviews. Fact vs Fiction: The Gold did the Brink's-Mat robbers get caught? "And I don't know if I can, but I can certainly go in and say, can we fix this? Please refresh the page and try again. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Those little things.". The shop has been with the family since 1947, when Charles grandad owned the business. Does Mac feel that he has made Jessica a target? Even his Corrie character tried to help out in emergencies. After occasional acting roles, he moved to London and trained at LAMDA.He broke into television, when he appeared in Morgan's Boy (1984) and also worked consistently for the English Shakespeare Company. . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. Get the latest updates, reviews and unmissable series to watch and more! We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. | After leaving school in 1979, he became an assistant stage manager (through a Youth Opportunity Scheme) at the Torch Theatre in Milford Haven, where he stayed for a year. And on occasions find him quite funny. In the cast of Casualty as the . 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His big break came, when he appeared as the Chef, in a television series The Lakes (1997). He played Steve Lewis in theBBC WalesseriesBelongingfrom 1999 to 2009. Most Popular #112652. Charles Dale: Billy Traynor: Charles Dale: Larry Steadman: Charles Dale: Lisa Duffin: Catherine Shipton: . After a day of previewing TV, writing about TV and interviewing TV stars, Elaine likes nothing than to relax by watching TV. Charles joined the show as porter-turned-Healthcare Assistant Big Mac in Series 22 and is one of the show's longest serving characters having appeared in over 350 episodes. "They do such an extraordinary job. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Join the community by leaving a comment below andstay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Casualty cements its status as the longest running primetime medical drama in the world. The actor is also known for his role in BBC's Casualty where he played hospital porter MacKenzie "Big Mac" Chalker from 2007 until 2016. (Image credit: BBC) Hospital porter turned healthcare assistant MacKenzie 'Big Mac' Chalker was a Casualty staple from 2007 until his departure in 2016. Discussing their return, Tony Marshall said: It was strange to come back but rewarding at the same time as the episode tackles yet another important subject. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. After Dennis had an affair with Janice Battersby, played by Vicky Entwistle, 52, her husband Les - actor Bruce Jones, 68 - tried to gas himself in his car. Follow Charles Dale. He has appeared alongside Derek Thompson on numerous episodes of the TV drama Casualty. He was born in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Coronation Street and Casualty legend Charles T Dale has opened up about what life is like for him running a small family shop in Tenby. Haven, where he stayed for a year. Big Mac and Noel are reunited in Casualty's anniversary episode. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Something went wrong, please try again later. He played Phil Tully in S9 E19 'Out of Time'; Billy Traynor in S13 E25 'Crazy Love' and Larry Steadman in S18 E5 'Flash in the . He was born in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Last . Les then tried to take his own life on New Year's Day but Dennis tracked him down and rushed him to hospital. Charles Dale, added: Its lovely to be back with my friends again, especially, THE Tony Marshall. Casualty is a BBC Studios production for BBC One. We're not home, that's just the nature of the beast.". 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