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
Phil Redmond he is encouraging a new, practically-orientated, media studies course. In November 2010 he was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Chester. He was appointed a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2004 Queen's Birthday Honours List for services to drama. Redmond is Chair of National Museums Liverpool and of the UK City of Culture Independent Advisory Panel. In February 2012, Redmond declared an interest in running for the role of Elected Mayor of Liverpool. Phil Redmond Philip Redmond, (born 10 June 1949) is an English television producer and screenwriter from Huyton, Lancashire. He