Jimmy McKenna | |
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Born |
James Stephen McKenna 31 August 1953 Glasgow, Scotland |
Residence | Liverpool, England |
Other names | Jimmy Mckenna |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1985–present |
Known for | Waterfront Beat (1990–1991) Hollyoaks (1996–present) A Touch of Frost (1996–2010) |
Spouse(s) | Beverly McKenna (?-present) |
Children | 4 |
James Stephen "Jimmy" McKenna (born 31 August 1953 in Glasgow) is a Scottish actor. He has appeared in the Channel 4 soap opera, Hollyoaks, in which he has played the character of Jack Osborne since 1996, and Don Brady in A Touch of Frost. from 1996 until 2010.
McKenna lives in Sheffield, England with his wife and four children. McKenna has 7 O Levels. McKenna is a fan of Frank Sinatra as well as Sammy Cahn and Dean Martin.
McKenna first job was as a professional footballer. His football career with Sheffield Wednesday F.C. ended after a back injury.
McKenna currently plays Jack Osborne in Channel 4 soap opera, Hollyoaks, since 1996 and is the second longest-serving character in the serial.