Lyndyann Barrass (born 1975 in Sunderland, England) is an English actress best known for playing Kirsty "Spuggie" Campbell in the BBC television series Byker Grove.
Career Lyndyann Barrass began her career playing Kirsty "Spuggie" Campbell, a character who appears in the CBBC television series Byker Grove. The character, appearing from 1989 to 1992, became a fan favourite and one of the most recognisable figures on British children's television.
The character "Spuggie" became one of the most well known characters on British TV. Spuggie's name became widely associated with the show, with people referencing the character whenever Byker Grove or Newcastle were mentioned.
Following her time on Byker Grove, Barrass continued to perform in various theatre productions across the UK. She has also worked part-time at a call centre in Sunderland.
Personal life
After leaving Byker Grove in 1993, Barrass studied performing arts at Sunderland College. However, she struggled to find acting work due to typecasting. At 21, she joined a band called Angel, but the group disbanded after a year.
In an incident three years later, Barrass was attacked by three strangers who recognised her as Spuggie. Though she was not seriously injured, the experience led her to quit show business temporarily.
In recent years, she has returned to acting and continues to appear in theatre and on British television as a guest on various shows.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes2021 Pointless Celebrities SelfContestant2018 Top of the Box SelfChildren's TV Correspondent2014 Celebrity Juice SelfGuest2011 This Morning Self Guest2008 The Comedy Map of Britain SelfGuest1997 King Leek LauraMain Role1993 Harry PaulineGuest role (1 episodes)1992 Going Live! SelfGuest1989–1992 Byker Grove SpuggieMain Role
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