'Luke Morgan' from Stella looks totally different 13 years on from hit drama
It's been 13 years since iconic Valleys drama, Stella, first hit our TV screens.
The much-loved comedy drama, which was filmed in the Rhondda valleys, aired on Sky One from 2012 to 2017, and it was created by David Peet and Gavin & Stacey's Ruth Jones, who also played the role of Stella.
If you can't remember it, the plot focused on the highs and lows of the struggling mum-of-three living in the fictional Welsh town of Pontyberry, and one chacter you may remember well is Luke Morgan. Luke, played by actor Craig Gallivan, was Stella's eldest son, and he was fundamental in the show.
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As well as having his own coming of age story after leaving prison in the very first series, viewers also got to see how his life evolved after experiencing many ups and downs.
Though many people may remember the actor for his role in Stella, he actually looks quite different now. Since the show came to an end nearly a decade ago, he's gone onto have a very varied career.
The actor landed roles in Footballers Wives and Footballers' Wives: Extra Time, and he's also made a name for himself in the world of musical theatre. Between 2018 and 2019, he played the role of Dewey in the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical School of Rock.
And what may come as a surprise to many is that since 2021 he's played Olaf in Disney's Frozen in the West End. That's right, our young Luke went onto play one of the most-loved fictional characters of all time - at least, on stage.
Craig's Instagram page is full of snaps of him on stage, and it's fair to say he looks completely unrecognisable in the role of Olaf. You'd never believe the young lad from Pontyberry (at least in our minds) has gone onto have so much success.
Back in September, he also teased he was working in front of the camera again as he posted pictures of himself filming for the BBC. A the beginning of the year, he also announced a brand new venture for 2025.
Craig is set to appear in Hercules on Stage, which will land in the West End in June. On social media, the actor often posts snaps of life on the stage, and it looks like he's having a brilliant time.
Back in July, he shared a touching message when celebrating his 100th performance in the stage production of Frozen. At the time, he said: "Tonight, alongside my long suffering dressing room buddy Lord Frame, will be my 1000th performance of Frozen.
"From the very first audition in autumn 2019 to be standing here now 2024 it has been an experience of a lifetime and a genuine honour. Thanks to my mate @richard_frame for making each day so much fun and for lifting me up when I’m running low.
"I’ve belly laughed every day, learned so much, and made friends for life. How fitting that we reach this milestone together on the same day. This one’s for you Dickie."
