James Redmond (actor) a part in the Channel 4 soap opera "Hollyoaks". Redmond played Rory Finnigan on the show between 1997 and 2002, before quitting the series to partner Cat Deeley presenting "SMTV Live" and "", replacing popular duo Ant & Dec. Redmond's stint at "SMTV Live" lasted just three months however, after show bosses decided he had not settled into the role leaving Redmond reportedly "gutted". Meanwhile, Redmond resumed his acting career with a leading role in the first series of Sky One's steamy drama, "Mile High". He is perhaps most noted for his role as Abs Denham in the BAFTA-winning medical
James Redmond (actor) drama "Casualty", which he joined in 2003. Redmond remained on the show for five years until he quit in 2008, the character's final episode airing 18 October. In 2010, he appeared on "Come Dine with Me" with soap stars Adele Silva, Lorraine Chase and Brian Capron. Since then, Redmond has made a move into stand-up comedy, committing to an 18-month apprenticeship on the open-mic circuit, performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2011. Redmond joined the cast of ITV soap "Emmerdale" at the end of February 2014. Redmond joined ITV soap "Coronation Street" in January 2015 for a three-week