
Behind the Scenes of EastEnders, Fame and Life! Podcast w/Dean Gaffney
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04/18/22 • 31 min
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Dean Gaffney is an English actor, known for nearly 1,000 episodes on the BBC soap opera EastEnders between 1993 and 2019. He also competed in the hit series I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here and Celebs Go Dating!
But this conversation dives deep into the man behind the character and behind the fame. How has life shaped who he is today, and what is it like to be in the shoes of someone who has been in so many British homes since the age of 15?
In this podcast episode we discuss:
Drama School and early life
Joining EastEnders
Life on set
Fame and the advent of the influencer
Tough times with the press
The progression of Robbie’s character
His career outside of EastEnders
Being on reality TV
Making it in the USA
Going back to EastEnders?
Wellard - England’s most beloved dog
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Are you ready to unlock your full potential and take your business to the next level? I’m Matt Haycox—entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth.
With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all—wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders.
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Ready to make moves? Let’s go—your success starts here.
Tell us what you like or dislike about this episode!! Be honest, we don't bite!
Dean Gaffney is an English actor, known for nearly 1,000 episodes on the BBC soap opera EastEnders between 1993 and 2019. He also competed in the hit series I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here and Celebs Go Dating!
But this conversation dives deep into the man behind the character and behind the fame. How has life shaped who he is today, and what is it like to be in the shoes of someone who has been in so many British homes since the age of 15?
In this podcast episode we discuss:
Drama School and early life
Joining EastEnders
Life on set
Fame and the advent of the influencer
Tough times with the press
The progression of Robbie’s character
His career outside of EastEnders
Being on reality TV
Making it in the USA
Going back to EastEnders?
Wellard - England’s most beloved dog
Who Is Matt Haycox? - Click for BADASS Trailer
Are you ready to unlock your full potential and take your business to the next level? I’m Matt Haycox—entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth.
With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all—wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders.
Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story.
Want more? Subscribe to my No Bollocks Newsletter and get weekly insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, and business growth—because learning in 10 minutes is way better than wasting years on an MBA.
Ready to make moves? Let’s go—your success starts here.
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With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all—wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders.
Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story.
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With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all—wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders.
Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story.
Want more? Subscribe to my No Bollocks Newsletter and get weekly insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, and business growth—because learning in 10 minutes is way better than wasting years on an MBA.
Ready to make moves? Let’s go—your success starts here.
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