It has been announced that Richard Blackwood has joined the long-running teen drama Hollyoaks.

Blackwood will play Felix, an old flame of Martine Deveraux’s (Kelle Bryan) — and the father of her twins Mitchell (Imran Adams) Toby Faroe (Bobby Gordon).

Speaking about his new role, Richard said:

‘I feel amazed and honoured to join the cast of Hollyoaks. After finishing at EastEnders, I did a few plays and a TV show for America’

‘Now, I feel ready with what I’ve learnt in my hiatus to be a part of this show. I plan to take my acting to the next level and this character will help tremendously with that growth!’

Congratulations Richard.