Jimmy Corkhill is a fictional character from the British Channel 4
soap opera Brookside, played by Dean Sullivan. He joined the series in
1986. Originally arriving on a recurring basis appearing alongside his
on-screen brother, Billy (John McArdle), he then became a regular cast
member, featuring in many big storylines, and remaining in the show
until its demise 17 years later. He is also cited as one of the show's
most popular characters, and was the longest-featured character. Jimmy
has often been cited as a lovable rogue by the media.Jimmy is played
by actor Dean Sullivan. He later became the longest-serving cast
member in the serial's history. Sullivan was initially only contracted
to appear in six episodes as a recurring character, but due to his
popularity he was taken on full-time and remained for seventeen years.
When the serial was axed, Sullivan stated he felt bereaved and it was
like losing an old friend.Jimmy is often described as a rogue.
soap opera Brookside, played by Dean Sullivan. He joined the series in
1986. Originally arriving on a recurring basis appearing alongside his
on-screen brother, Billy (John McArdle), he then became a regular cast
member, featuring in many big storylines, and remaining in the show
until its demise 17 years later. He is also cited as one of the show's
most popular characters, and was the longest-featured character. Jimmy
has often been cited as a lovable rogue by the media.Jimmy is played
by actor Dean Sullivan. He later became the longest-serving cast
member in the serial's history. Sullivan was initially only contracted
to appear in six episodes as a recurring character, but due to his
popularity he was taken on full-time and remained for seventeen years.
When the serial was axed, Sullivan stated he felt bereaved and it was
like losing an old friend.Jimmy is often described as a rogue.
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