Emmerdale's Graham Foster Actor Andrew Scarborough's Early Soap Career Revealed
Fans of the long-running ITV soap Emmerdale have been treated to a surprising blast from the past, as it emerges that actor Andrew Scarborough, who portrays the enigmatic Graham Foster, previously starred in rival soap Coronation Street more than twenty years ago. The discovery has sparked a wave of admiration from viewers, with many commenting on how the actor has aged like a fine wine.
Graham Foster's Tumultuous Emmerdale Journey
Andrew Scarborough first joined the cast of Emmerdale in 2017, quickly establishing Graham Foster as a character who brought significant drama to the Yorkshire Dales village. His story took a dramatic turn in 2020 when he was believed to have been murdered by Pierce Harris, the violent ex-husband of Rhona Goskirk, with whom Graham had recently begun a relationship.
However, in a stunning twist broadcast in January of this year, it was revealed that Graham had actually survived the attack and had been living discreetly for several years. His return to the village has already reignited tensions, particularly with his former lover Kim Tate and Joe Tate, whom Graham once served as a legal guardian and father figure.
In recent episodes, Kim's fury was palpable upon discovering that Joe had allowed Graham to reside at her prestigious Home Farm estate. Yet, after receiving thoughtful advice from Joe's partner Dawn, Kim ultimately relented, permitting Graham to stay, setting the stage for further conflict.
Andrew Scarborough's Coronation Street Past Unearthed
While Graham Foster continues to weave turmoil in Emmerdale, it has now come to light that actor Andrew Scarborough is no stranger to soap opera roles. Fans recently uncovered his earlier stint on ITV's Coronation Street, where he appeared from September 2000 to August 2001.
During his time on the cobbles, Scarborough played Harvey Reuben, a factory proprietor and interim manager of Underworld. A nostalgic photograph from his Corrie days recently surfaced on an Emmerdale Facebook fan page, accompanied by a playful caption that read: One for the ladies lol Andrew Scarborough as Harvey in corrie lol.
The response from fans was overwhelmingly positive, with one admirer noting: Definitely ages like fine wine. Another exclaimed in surprise: Nooo way! ! ! while a third gushed: More handsome now than back then. I love Graham and his sexy voice. Echoing these sentiments, another viewer remarked: He certainly matured very well.
Behind the Scenes of Graham's Shocking Return
Discussing Graham Foster's unexpected resurrection, Andrew Scarborough previously shared his astonishment, stating: I never expected it at all. Although saying that I did think that Graham always had a possibility of coming back. The actor also opened up about the challenges of keeping his comeback under wraps, confessing: Oh yes it's been a big secret and I kept it mostly quiet from my family, which was tricky.
He went on to reveal that only a select few were privy to the news, explaining: Oh yes just a limited few certainly it is on one hand, in fact I had some cousins who contacted me after it was shown, saying you sod. This secrecy added an extra layer of intrigue to the character's dramatic return, which has captivated audiences.
Emmerdale continues to air Monday to Friday at 8:00pm on ITV1 and ITVX, with Andrew Scarborough's portrayal of Graham Foster promising to deliver more twists and turns as his past and present collide in the village.
