Dan Hamilton

Last updated

Dan Hamilton
Holby City character
Dan Hamilton.jpg
Adam Astill as Dan Hamilton
First appearance"Blue Valentine"
15 February 2011
Last appearance"Only You"
10 July 2012
Portrayed by Adam Astill
In-universe information
Occupation Consultant orthopaedic surgeon

Dan Hamilton is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City , played by actor Adam Astill. He first appeared in the series thirteen episode "Blue Valentine", broadcast on 15 February 2011. Dan is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon, who works in the general surgery ward, Keller. He was created in 2010 and Astill successfully auditioned for the role three months prior to beginning filming in November. Dan has been characterised through his boyish and impulsive nature. He portrayed as a wannabe "ladies' man". New to his role as a consultant, Dan plays up to the stereotype associated with public schooled orthopaedic surgeons. His storylines have developed through a relationship with ward sister Chrissie Williams (Tina Hobley) and a rivalry with registrar Antoine Malick (Jimmy Akingbola), whom he later kisses. The latter has attracted a mixed reaction from critics of the series, who felt it was a repetition of gay story-lines featuring in other serial dramas. In May 2012, it was announced that Astill had decided to leave the series.

Contents

Storylines

Dan is introduced a few days into his new role as a consultant and is an old friend of registrar Greg Douglas (Edward MacLiam). [1] He starts mentoring ward sister Chrissie Williams (Tina Hobley), during her nurse consultant training. He has a hard time teaching her the importance of delegation in a consultant role. [2] They become close and later start dating. Chrissie becomes stressed with the pressure of work, so Dan organises a trip abroad. He later realises she wants to relax, so he cancels and his relationship with Chrissie strengthens. [3] The father of Chrissie's child, registrar Sacha Levy (Bob Barret) finds it hard to accept that Chrissie has moved on. The situation worsens when they have conflicting views on medicine. [4] Dan decides to put his surgeon skills to the test when consultant Ric Griffin (Hugh Quarshie) challenges him to complete his list of operations first. Feeling competitive, Dan rushes through an operation and makes an error. He gets Ric to step in to save the patient, with Ric taking the blame. [5] Dan starts to feel like his relationship with Chrissie isn't going anywhere fast, so he invites her around to consummate their relationship. Chrissie is annoyed by Dan pressuring her, he tries to make things right again. [6]

Registrar Antoine Malick (Jimmy Akingbola) begins a rivalry with Dan after he undermines him over the treatment of a patient. [7] Tensions build when he learns that Malick is gay. He secretly treats his injured rugby teammate Sean Foster (Sam Callis) with steroids. Malick and Chrissie criticise his actions and Malick threatens to report him. Sean develops necrotizing fasciitis as a result and Dan is forced to operate, ruining Sean's career. A fight ensues between the two and Dan kisses Malick. He then runs to Chrissie and confesses his love for her. [8] Dan asks Malick to forget the kiss and attempts to avoid him. They are forced to operate together. Dan undermines him in theatre, the pair fight once more. [9] After more competitiveness, Dan ignores Malick's medical advice dangering a patient. Malick is angered by his attitude and punches Dan, injuring his face in the process. [10]

Development

Creation

Dan was one of several characters introduced during Holby City's thirteenth series, during a period of time that the programme had many established characters written out. Characters such as Dan, Malick and cardiothoracic surgeon Sahira Shah (Laila Rouass) were introduced to fill the gap left by the departures. Series producer Myar Craig-Brown hoped the new characters would become "equally iconic" as their predecessors. [11] Dan was created as a series regular in the occupation of consultant orthopaedic surgeon. [12] Executive producer Belinda Campbell said she was certain Dan would "bring a spark to Holby General in more ways than one." She described his backstory as allowing him an "easy passage through life", but said he would become troubled as his duration progressed. [12] His backstory includes having to repeat his F2 three times, considering a career in Cardiology and a number of failed romances with females. He was also given links to existing character Greg Douglas, as an old friend. [1]

Actor Adam Astill auditioned for the role in August 2010. He was called back for a second audition to meet with the producers. In October he was offered the role and began filming in November. [13] Astill had wanted a role in the show for some time prior to his casting, because he was impressed with the standard of material the programme produces. [14] His schedule was light at first as they eased his character into the series. In early 2011 his workload increased as Dan's storylines developed. [14] Whilst Campbell expressed her delight that Astill was playing the character. [12] Dan's first episode was broadcast on 15 February 2011, which also featured fellow new character Sahira. [15] Astill is currently contracted with the series until November 2011. [16]

Characterisation

Seemingly self-assured, Orthopod Dan Hamilton gets his kicks from fixing bones and rebuilding people, scoffing at those who consider his job basic medical carpentry. Dan is an obsessive rugby player who enjoyed a traditional middle class upbringing and in turn expects the house, the wife and the career. However, in fleeting moments Dan lacks courage – does this unreconstructed man really know who he is and what he wants?

—  BBC Online . [17]

BBC Online described Dan's qualities as being his energetic and enthusiastic nature. However he is flawed by his "boyish and impulsive" manner. [17] Prior to his arrival Astill described him a "charming" man who has the ability "to put his foot in his mouth." However this trait does not stop him finding romance on the ward. [12] Dan has an interest in the sport rugby and captains a team. [1] Dan was first described to Astill as a "sporty, rugby-playing ladies' man", who likes to be perceived as confident, but in reality is not. As a "outwardly and very bullish" male, he tries to play up to the stereotype associated with orthopaedic surgeons. He often emphasises on his sporty public schooled persona. However, Astill opined that Dan has a "heart of gold" – who will often say the wrong thing because he has trouble expressing himself emotionally. [13]

Dan takes a stern approach to medicine. He spent six years at medical school to become a "high-flying consultant". [16] Billed as a "brilliant surgeon", he isn't good at patient management. In his field of orthopaedic surgery, Dan has a tendency to treat the problem rather than attend to the patient's emotional needs. Astill said he is likely to "fix the bone and then just move on to the next piece of surgery." He also opined that Dan should work on his patient skills to better himself. [13] Dan has also proven his worth as a mentor during Chrissie's consultant training and gives his full concentration to the task in hand. [16]

Dan's "ladies' man" status became apparent from his first episode. Prior to working at Holby General, he had a number of failed engagements to woman who he felt "were not quite right." [1] During an interview with Digital Spy, Astill said he believed that Dan is the type of man who would stay faithful in a relationship. He concluded that in general he is not malicious, but "there's a lot of bluster about him and when he's out with the lads he'll perhaps josh and exaggerate about his prowess with the ladies." [13] He does not have a dark past, but his future is set hold many revelations as his storyline takes many twists and turns. [13]

Sexuality

Dan's first romance begins when Chrissie succumbs to his charm. Astill describes him as being instantly attracted to Chrissie. Dan tries to assert his power over her and ill-advises her on how to run the ward. During their subsequent mentorship, Astill said that Dan tries everything he can "to stay in Chrissie's good books". [16] Chrissie had previously been pursuing a possible romance with Sacha, so his arrival "put a spanner in the works". Astill predicted that Holby City fans would take a disliking to Dan, after he ruins any chance of reconciliation between Chrissie and Sacha. [16] Astill said their working relationship brings them closer together and readies them for a romance. [13]

"It really isn't a 'coming out' storyline. The focus really is on Dan's character. Dan is Mr Conventional – he wants Chrissie, he wants the wife, the house, the career and 2.4 children. It won't be about him coming out and coming to terms with his sexuality. If anything, the kiss with Malick has made him even more determined to try to have a conventional life – because that's what he wants the most."

—Series producer Myar Craig-Brown on Dan's storyline. [18]

Dan and Malick's rivalry builds when Dan's conduct is questioned. When he learns that Malick is homosexual, the tension increases between the pair. [19] Upon discovering Dan's negligence with a patient's treatment, Malick is critical of him. Jimmy Akingbola who plays Malick said "Dan is in the wrong and Malick won't let him forget that." At this point the pair are embroiled in a "showdown" and Dan impulsively kisses Malick. Akingbola said "Malick sees a side to Dan that completely throws him. It's a real shock." [20] Astill had previously stated that his character would not intentionally hurt Chrissie because he was aware that she had been "burnt once or twice before." [13] The BBC said the storyline had a "subtle build-up" and that Malick's sexuality "wrong-footed" Dan. They said that after the revelation, the pair endured a "love/hate relationship". To that point, the storyline had been portrayed with "sensitivity and integrity". They concluded that the future of the story would stay true to following Dan's struggle to come to terms with his sexuality. [21]

Series producer Craig-Brown revealed the "biggest challenge" was to distinguish the storyline from other sexuality plots featured in other dramas. She concluded that it was about Dan's struggle with "trying to deal with what he wants, which is a very conventional life." She also confirmed it would be a long-running story arc for the character. [18] Astill also shared her sentiment stating it was a "new direction" for the programme. He said it would be easy for Dan to "come out" if he knew what he wanted. [22] Hobley later revealed Dan is "moving things too fast", which has a negative effect on her training. He is annoyed with Chrissie when Malick offers her theatre slots. She added "Dan doesn't respect what she is trying to do [...] Dan's reaction makes her see red". Hobley revealed that Dan's affair begins to come between them – "so when she finds out what Dan has been up to under her nose all hell is going to break loose." [23]

Dan gave Chrissie the impression he was homophobic. Astill said that his actions to a certain extent, were homophobic. He covered up his feelings because he did not like them. Astill and Akingbola filmed "technical" fight scenes which followed, which resulted in Dan having noticeable injuries to his face. [24] At this point Holby City played out the first possible reveal moment. Chrissie tried to find out why they had fought, with Malick nearly telling the truth. Hobley said that you think, "Oh my God, he’s going to tell her!" [22] Malick blackmailed him to keep quiet or he would tell Chrissie the truth. They both prevented director of surgery Henrik Hanssen (Guy Henry), from finding out the truth. As the first time they began to cooperate, Astill said they gave him a "pathetic excuse" and formed a "united front". [25]

Dan disrespected Chrissie's career aspirations once again and she became "slightly suspicious" of him. Hobley said there is no future for the two of them. Though Astill wasn't so sure but said he hoped Dan would transform into a "bisexual predator — and no man or woman is safe from him." [22] In July 2011, Astill began to worry about public opinion of Dan. He hoped viewers would realise that Dan was not "a bad person" but rather "a tortured soul." At this point Dan and Malick were a long way off romance. Any feelings he had were "buried so deep he refused to believe they exist." [25]

Departure

In early May 2012, Astill told Joanne Lowles from TVTimes that he was leaving the series. He said that he was pleased with Dan's exit storyline because he "becomes the happiest we've ever seen him, he's comfortable in his own skin and relaxed." [26] He later told Digital Spy's Kilkelly that he had "loved" working on the show but wanted to pursue new projects. Although he did not rule out a return in the future. [27] While a BBC representative explained that the dynamic between Dan and Simon Marshall (Paul Nicholls) would develop and result in "Dan having to decide once and for all which path he follows". They added that Astill is a "brilliant actor" and had contributed much to Dan's storylines during his tenure. [27]

Reception

Prior to Dan's first kiss with Malick, Jane Simon of The Mirror stated that there was "a rather massive surprise in store and even if you've seen it coming a mile off, it's got OMG stamped all over it." [28] Inside Soap 's Katy Moon similarly wrote there was "one hell of a shock" coming up, which was "certainly worth waiting for". [29] In reference to Dan's clash with Malick, Simon opined, "You can practically hear their antlers locking, as the tension between them is unbearable." [28] Simon's Mirror colleague Jim Shelley described the kiss as "Not exactly Oliver Reed & Alan Bates", in reference to a homoerotic fight scene in the film Women in Love. [30] Though What's on TV recommended the episode, the accompanying review criticised the "seriously irritating banter between the pair," and ensuing "macho posturing between the orthopaedic surgeon and mouthy Malick." [31] Some viewers complained about the kiss to the BBC discussion programme Points of View , dismayed that Holby City was "following the trend" of depicting gay relationships. [32] [33]

Though the number of complaints were not publicised [34] – The BBC defended the storyline explaining that, "Holby City aims to reflect real life in the setting of a medical drama and this means telling stories about characters from many different backgrounds, faiths, religions and sexualities. We approach our portrayal of same-sex relationships in the same way as we do heterosexual relationships and aim to ensure depictions of affection or sexuality between couples are suitable for pre-watershed viewing." [21] Frances Ryan of The Guardian responded, "Whether said complainers thought that the onscreen depiction of straight people or indeed the interaction of humans generally was similarly a compliance to fantastical trends remains unseen". [32]

Anthony D. Langford of gay media website AfterElton.com was left undecided in his view, by the storyline's beginning. He opined that Astill and Akingbola had chemistry, that the characters' scenes were "intense and combustible," and that the fight and following kiss were terrifically acting, due to the amount of "passion and heat and rage". However, he expressed concern that the same type of storyline had been attempted in soap operas on multiple occasions. He predicted that Dan would be in denial for week and cause fights with Malick. Langford concluded: "I suspect that Malick and Dan will eventually embark on a secret affair, Chrissie will find out, there will be more denials and fighting and at some point Dan will accept who he is. Still, despite the tired storyline, the characters are complex and appealing and the writing is solid enough to make me overlook that." [19] Langford later said "Dan isn’t a very likable character" and is a "complete jerk" because of his sexuality issues. He also questioned Dan's medical skills, bemoaning it unrealistic that his "unethical behavior" has not been noticed within the hospital. He also admitted his confusion to why a "self-assured guy like Malick" would get involved with Dan. Though he praised Dan's revelation of his backstory. [35] D Langford later said Dan's behaviour needed to be addressed because there was a danger the story would "lose its integrity." [36]

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Zoe Slater</span> Fictional character in BBC soap opera

Zoe Slater is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Michelle Ryan. She made her first appearance on 18 September 2000. Zoe arrives in Walford along with her father, Charlie, sisters Kat, Lynne, Little Mo, and grandmother Big Mo.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Chrissie Williams</span> Fictional character

Christine "Chrissie" Williams is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by Tina Hobley. She first appeared in the third series episode "The Road Less Travelled", broadcast on 5 June 2001. Hobley decided to leave Holby City and Chrissie's final appearance occurred in the sixteenth series episode "Merry-Go-Round", which was broadcast on 19 November 2013.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Faye Morton</span> Fictional nurse in BBC TV medical drama

Faye Morton is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, portrayed by actress Patsy Kensit. The character first appeared on-screen on 30 January 2007 in the series nine episode "Into the Dark". Kensit had made a former unrelated guest appearance on Holby City's sister show, Casualty, in 2001.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Daisha Anderson</span> Fictional character

Daisha Anderson is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actress Rebecca Grant. She first appeared in the series ten episode "Twelve Hour Nightmare", broadcast on 18 March 2008. Grant received the role after the show's producer watched her in a professional play and was impressed by her performance. The character is originally from the Philippines and has strong Filipino values. She is characterised as having a strong moral code and maintaining a forthright, assertive and straight-talking attitude. Daisha progresses from her role as staff nurse to ward sister and also becomes an ambassador for The Byrne Foundation. One of the characters first stories saw her dealing with an unwanted pregnancy. Having no home or money, Daisha feels unable to support a child. She tries to abort the baby with painkillers but is unsuccessful, gives birth in a lift and later gives up her child.

The twelfth series of the British medical drama television series Holby City commenced airing in the United Kingdom on BBC One on 20 October 2009. The series deals with the repercussions of the death of ward sister Faye Byrne's son Archie, including the resignation of consultant Connie Beauchamp and the return of former registrar Thandie Abebe-Griffin. It also focuses on staff members' romantic and family lives. F1 Oliver Valentine becomes romantically involved with registrar Jac Naylor and ward sister Daisha Anderson, and his sister Penny embarks on a secret romance with a heart transplant patient. Consultant Linden Cullen is reunited with his estranged daughter Holly, nurse Donna Jackson decides to adopt her half-niece Mia, sister Chrissie Williams gives birth to a son, Daniel, and Faye becomes pregnant by her estranged husband Joseph. The series includes a crossover episode with sister show Casualty and it also has the highest number of episodes to date, as the series contains a small number of episodes which air during the same week.

Characters of <i>Holby City</i>

Holby City is a British medical drama television series that premiered on 12 January 1999 on BBC One. The series was created by Tony McHale and Mal Young as a spin-off from the established BBC medical drama Casualty. It is set in the same hospital as Casualty, Holby General, in the fictional city of Holby, and features occasional crossovers of characters and plots with both Casualty and the show's 2007 police procedural spin-off HolbyBlue.

The thirteenth series of the British medical drama television series Holby City began airing in the United Kingdom on BBC One on 19 October 2010, and ran for 52 episodes, concluding on 11 October 2011.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Frieda Petrenko</span> Fictional character

Frieda Petrenko is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by Olga Fedori. She first appears during the twelfth series episode "Together Alone", originally broadcast on 17 February 2010. Frieda was introduced as a nurse, before retraining as a foundation doctor. She departs during the fourteenth series episode "Wolf's Clothing", originally broadcast on 15 May 2012. Frieda guest stars in a series 17 episode, originally broadcast on 22 September 2015, as a patient diagnosed with tuberculosis. Fedori reprised the role again in 2017 and returns in the nineteenth series episode "We Need to Talk About Fredrik", originally broadcast on 12 December 2017. The actress quit the role a year later and Frieda departs in the twenty-first series episode "Running", originally broadcast on 26 March 2019. The character received critical acclaim and Fedori earned a nomination for Best Newcomer at the 16th National Television Awards.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sacha Levy</span> Fictional character

Sacha Levy is a fictional character from the BBC One medical drama Holby City, played by Bob Barrett. He made his first appearance in the twelfth series episode "Talk to Me", broadcast on 5 January 2010. Sacha joined the Keller ward staff as a specialist registrar in general surgery. Sacha is the father of long-serving character Chrissie Williams's infant son, Daniel, as a result of a one-night stand, and has since held unreciprocated feelings for her. Since Chrissie's departure in 2013, Sacha's storylines have seen a relationship with Essie Harrison and a battle with depression. Barrett has reprised the role of Sacha in sister show Casualty in 2019 and 2023.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sahira Shah</span> Fictional character

Sahira Shah is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actress Laila Rouass. She makes her first appearance in the series thirteen episode "Blue Valentine", first broadcast on 15 February 2011. The character was one of multiple characters introduced following a spate of cast exits. Sahira is employed at Holby City Hospital as a Cardiothoracic surgical registrar. She is an old acquaintance of Henrik Hanssen who is the CEO and Director of Surgery at the hospital. She has been portrayed as an honest character with a "warm heart". She approaches her career with perfectionist tendencies which is compromised by her emotional vulnerability.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Antoine Malick</span> Fictional character

Antoine Malick is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City. He is portrayed by Jimmy Akingbola, and has appeared since the series thirteen episode "Running the Gauntlet", first broadcast on 4 January 2011. A maverick registrar with a volatile temper, Malick was created to compensate for the departures of many regular characters during the thirteenth series. Akingbola had twice appeared in the programme in guest roles, and was invited to audition for Malick on the strength of his performances. Before joining Holby City, he had previously played a regular role in its short-lived police spin-off, HolbyBlue. Akingbola left the series in 2013, with Malick departing on 26 November 2013. He returned for the exit of Arthur Digby on 7 June 2016.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Oliver Valentine</span> Fictional character from Holby City

Oliver "Ollie" Valentine is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actor James Anderson. He first appeared in the eleventh series episode "Proceed With Caution", broadcast on 9 June 2009. Oliver was introduced alongside his older sister, Penny, as a Foundation House Officer 1 (F1) on rotation at Holby City Hospital. Series producer Diana Kyle intended their inclusion to have an "instant impact on the wards." Anderson was selected to play Oliver; he spent time with a real F1 doctor and trained with the programme's medical advisors to prepare for the part. It took him around six months to ease into the role, and a further six to feel comfortable in it.

The fourteenth series of the British medical drama television series Holby City began airing in the United Kingdom on BBC One on 18 October 2011 and concluded on 9 October 2012. The series ran for 52 episodes.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Dominic Copeland</span> Fictional general surgeon in BBC TV medical drama Holby City

Dominic "Dom" Copeland is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actor David Ames. He first appeared in the series fifteen episode "Second Life", broadcast on 23 April 2013. Dom arrives at Holby City hospital as an F1 on Keller Ward being mentored by Antoine Malick and later Sacha Levy. The character was originally introduced for several episodes and featured in a storyline with Malick. Producers later decided to reintroduce the character on a permanent basis with Dom returning in January 2014.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Diane Lloyd</span> Fictional character

Diane Lloyd is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actress Patricia Potter. She first appeared in the series four episode "High Risk", broadcast on 2 July 2002. Diane arrives at the hospital to work as a surgical registrar. She is characterised as an "ambitious" female determined to succeed in a "male-dominated world". She is portrayed as unlucky-in-love and has numerous failed relationships during her time on the show.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Serena Campbell</span> Fictional surgeon in BBC drama Holby City

Serena Campbell is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by Catherine Russell. She first appeared in the fourteenth series episode "Coercion", broadcast on 1 May 2012. Serena is a consultant general surgeon and formerly Holby General Hospital's deputy CEO. She was introduced along with two other regular characters by the show's then executive producer Johnathan Young, who wanted more "truthful and complicated" characters in the series. Serena was originally Frankie Renard, but the name was changed as the producers thought it was "terrible". Russell auditioned for the role and attended a second call back where she was made up in Serena's costume and make-up. After being cast, the actress was given advice about Serena's profession from a female surgeon to help her prepare for the part. Aspects of Russell's personality traits were incorporated into the character of Serena after she was cast.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">I'll Walk You Home</span> 35th episode of the 18th series of Holby City

"I'll Walk You Home" is the thirty-fifth episode of the eighteenth series of the British medical drama television series Holby City. The episode was written by Andy Bayliss and directed by Paulette Randall, and premiered on BBC One on 7 June 2016. The episode features the death of established character Arthur Digby, a CT2 doctor who had worked on the show's fictitious Keller and AAU wards. Writers worked alongside a consultant oncologist for medical advice to provide an accurate depiction of terminal cancer. The episode also features the return of two former regular characters and includes an appearance of a character from Holby City's sister-show Casualty.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Stuart McElroy</span> Fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City

Stuart McElroy is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actor Conor Mullen. He first appeared in the series ten episode "The Apprentice", broadcast on 6 November 2007. Producers approached Mullen with the offer to play Stuart. The character arrives at Holby City hospital as a locum cardiothoracic consultant to look after the Darwin ward in the absence of Connie Beauchamp. He soon begins a feud with registrar Sam Strachan and a romance with ward sister Chrissie Williams. Stuart is characterised as a charming surgeon but one who has a possessive side. He is an alcoholic whose wife Amelia left him prior to his arrival. His jealousy becomes an issue when he tries to control Chrissie and she ends their relationship. He begins drinking more heavily resulting in him holding Chrissie hostage and slashing her across the face with a scalpel. Stuart made his final appearance in series ten, episode 18, "The Extra Mile".

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Zubin Khan</span> Fictional character

Zubin Khan is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actor Art Malik. He first appeared in the series five episode "Private Lives", broadcast on 17 June 2003. Zubin arrives at Holby City hospital as a consultant anaesthetist. The BBC's drama controller Mal Young approached Malik with the offer of joining the show. He let Malik have control over Zubin's characterisation and as a result Zubin became a Muslim man with an "honourable" persona. The actor also accepted the role because he believed that Holby City positively featured many multiracial characters. To prepare for the role Malik consulted with his real-life family of surgeons and took work experience in a hospital.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ed Keating</span> Fictional character on BBC

Ed Keating is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by actor Rocky Marshall. He first appeared in the series four episode "New Hearts, Old Scores", broadcast on 13 August 2002. Ed arrives at Holby City hospital to work as a cardiothoracic registrar. Ed is characterised as an ambitious "working class" man who learns how to survive hospital politics. He is "extremely loyal" but his aggressive tempter sometimes leads him into trouble. Producers introduced him alongside Tom Campbell-Gore and Ed becomes his protégé. Writers concocted various surgical dilemmas involving organ transplants, which the duo solve in unorthodox ways. Their continued rule breaking sets them both on a journey to disgrace. They forge test results, lie to patients, carry out organ transplants without any consent and Ed lets Tom operate under the influence of alcohol.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Fraser MacDonald (director), Justin Young (writer) (15 February 2011). "Blue Valentine". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 18. BBC. BBC One.
  2. ↑ Fraser MacDonald (director), Nick Fisher (writer) (22 February 2011). "Open Your Heart". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 19. BBC. BBC One.
  3. ↑ David Innes Edwards (director), Joe Ainsworth (writer) (5 April 2011). "Coming Second". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 25. BBC. BBC One.
  4. ↑ Daikin Marsh (director), Dana Fainaru (writer) (12 April 2011). "Boy Valentine, Girl Valentine". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 26. BBC. BBC One.
  5. ↑ Fraser MacDonald (director), Andrew Holden (writer) (3 May 2011). "Tunnel Vision". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 29. BBC. BBC One.
  6. ↑ Edward Bazalgette (director), Tahsin Guner (writer) (10 May 2011). "My Bad". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 30. BBC. BBC One.
  7. ↑ Daikin Marsh (director), Martha Hillier (writer) (19 April 2011). "Rebound". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 27. BBC. BBC One.
  8. ↑ Rob Evans (director), Tahsin Guner (writer) (31 May 2011). "Damage Control". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 33. BBC. BBC One.
  9. ↑ Dermot Boyd (director), Nick Fisher (writer) (14 June 2011). "All About Me". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 35. BBC. BBC One.
  10. ↑ Sean Glynn (director), Lauren Klee (writer) (5 July 2011). "Out On A Limb". Holby City. Series 13. Episode 38. BBC. BBC One.
  11. ↑ Moon, Katy (16 November 2010). "It's sad when you decide to end someone's life!". Inside Soap . Hachette Filipacchi UK: 40–41.
  12. 1 2 3 4 "Adam Astill to join Holby City". BBC Press Office. (BBC). 18 January 2011. Retrieved 12 June 2011.
  13. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Kilkelly, Daniel (9 February 2011). "Adam Astill (Dan Hamilton, 'Holby City')". Digital Spy . (Hachette Filipacchi UK). Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  14. 1 2 Kilkelly, Daniel (9 February 2011). "More 'Holby City' chat from Adam Astill". Digital Spy . (Hachette Filipacchi UK). Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  15. ↑ Simon, Jane (15 February 2011). "Holby City – BBC1, 8pm". Daily Mirror . (Trinity Mirror). Retrieved 12 June 2011.
  16. 1 2 3 4 5 Moon, Katy (19–25 February 2011). "I'm not sure Holby fans will like Dan!". Inside Soap (7). Hachette Filipacchi UK: 35.
  17. 1 2 "Dan Hamilton". BBC Online . Retrieved 12 June 2011.
  18. 1 2 Kilkelly, Daniel (19 June 2011). "Exclusive: Myar Craig-Brown – 'Holby City' series producer". Digital Spy . (Hachette Filipacchi UK). Retrieved 19 June 2011.
  19. 1 2 Langford, Anthony D. (8 June 2011). "Gool Theater: Two Soaps, Two Dead Gays. Will It Ever Change?". AfterElton.com . (Logo). Archived from the original on 11 June 2011. Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  20. ↑ Moon, Katy (28 May – 3 June 2011). "Malick's story will push boundaries...". Inside Soap (21). Hachette Filipacchi UK: 36.
  21. 1 2 Love, Ryan (17 June 2011). "'Holby City' gay kiss defended by BBC". Digital Spy . Hachette Filipacchi UK . Retrieved 17 June 2011.
  22. 1 2 3 Collins, David (28 June 2011). "Tina Hobley & Adam Astill, Holby City". TV Choice . (Bauer Media Group). Retrieved 9 July 2011.
  23. ↑ "Crisis for Chrissie!". What's on TV (25). IPC Media: 18, 19. 25 June – 1 July 2011.
  24. ↑ "She just thinks he's homophobic". Total TVGuide (27). Bauer Media Group: 9. 2–8 July 2011.
  25. 1 2 Moon, Katy (9–15 July 2011). "My wife is happier with me kissing Malick than Chrissie". Inside Soap (27). Hachette Filipacchi UK: 38, 39.
  26. ↑ Lowles, Joanne (19–25 May 2012). "Love is the drug". TVTimes . 216 (21). IPC Media: 15.
  27. 1 2 Kilkelly, Daniel (17 May 2012). "'Holby City' exit for Dan Hamilton confirmed". Digital Spy . (Hearst Magazines UK). Retrieved 17 May 2012.
  28. 1 2 Simon, Jane (31 May 2011). "Holby City – BBC1, 8pm". The Mirror . Trinity Mirror . Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  29. ↑ Moon, Katy (17 May 2011). "Don't Miss Your Tuesday Night Dose!". Inside Soap . Hachette Filipacchi UK. Archived from the original on 29 September 2011. Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  30. ↑ Shelley, Jim (6 June 2011). "Shelley Vision; Justice done at last on Cowell's horror show". The Mirror . Trinity Mirror . Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  31. ↑ "Holby City". What's on TV . (IPC Media). 31 May 2011. Archived from the original on 2 September 2012. Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  32. 1 2 Ryan, Frances (12 June 2011). "The EastEnders furore shows gay equality is still a long way off". The Guardian . Guardian News and Media . Retrieved 13 June 2011.
  33. ↑ Jeremy Vine (presenter), Caroline Jones (producer) (5 June 2011). "Episode 10". Points of View. Series 2011. Episode 10. BBC. BBC One . Retrieved 14 June 2011.
  34. ↑ Green, Jessica (17 June 2011). "BBC now has to defend Holby City gay kiss". Pink News . Retrieved 17 June 2011.
  35. ↑ D. Langford, Anthony (21 June 2011). "Langford on Soaps: Things Are Getting "Sonny" For Will On "Days Of Our Lives!"". AfterElton.com . (Logo). Archived from the original on 27 June 2011. Retrieved 22 June 2011.
  36. ↑ D Langford, Anthony (5 July 2011). "GOOL Theater: Macs Admits He Was Raped On "People of The Valley!"". AfterElton.com . (Logo). Archived from the original on 9 August 2011. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.