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Star of The Bill tries to kill himself

Jan 10 12:02pm

Jeff Stewart, the longest-serving star on hit UK TV drama The Bill, has tried to kill himself after having his contract on The Bill terminated.

British Press has reported that Stewart, who played fan favourite, PC Reg Hollis ("Reggie Babe"), slashed his wrists on Monday after being told he had been sacked.

The 52-year-old actor was the only original 1984 cast member left on the show, which is one of ABC TV's most popular programs. Fans of the show have watched Reg for years and shared his life as he kept devastating secrets, fell in love, lost his soul mate Marilyn and even started his own podcast.

Stewart cut his wrists in his dressing room at the south London studios where the show is filmed but then telephoned for help. Staff swiftly called for an ambulance. Stewart is now in hospital recovering.

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11. trippin_kippin - Jan 10 09:24pm

you can't seem to do anything right hey Jeff...

12. barbtheaussie - Jan 10 09:30pm

aaawww Jeff....come to Oz for a break...I will hide u away from the paparazzi......barbtheaussie

13. mezajama - Jan 10 09:37pm

Hey Reggie Babe"Jefff" The Bill without you, is like me not being able to dunk my bikkys in my morning tea. You Keep a stiff upper lip there sweetie. We all will follow you where ever you are because you are special and bring a special light of goodness where ever you go. May God Bless You Always.

14. anne3362 - Jan 10 09:38pm

Sad to hear this, Reg was the best character.

15. anne3362 - Jan 10 09:39pm

Sad to hear this, Reg was the best character.

16. paulbriggs12345 - Jan 10 10:09pm

He is the best actor that show has ever had i only watched it becasue of him the BILL is REG, REG is the BILL this is sad hope he gets better soon

17. tigergirl50 - Jan 10 10:10pm

The Only power that they have is what you give them, so keep it to yourself.And remember that it's only a part that your playing.Thank you for so many years of great viewing I be sad to see you go.

18. lambprinter - Jan 10 10:33pm

poor "reggie babe" (i love that name haha). he is the true bill, it wont be the same without him!!

19. spanneroi - Jan 10 10:48pm

wow I cant believe it. I have been watching him since the 80s and I must say am a fan.
maybe with a bit of luck they will reconsider their decision and reistate him as the show wouldnt be the same without him
get well soon Reggie Babe

20. suddenlypeaknuckle - Jan 10 11:26pm

...and this is how you repay someone who has given so much and been so loyal and been undoubtedly an enormous contributing factor to the shows long-running success. I sure as crap will not be supporting that show anymore. Get well soon, Jeff.