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Mrs Brown's Boys star Gary Hollywood has told how he refused a role in The Bill to be a part of the hit BBC show.

Mrs Brown’s Boys has suffered its worst ratings ever since the show first aired in January 2011.The show’s live Halloween special on Friday night had just 2.6million viewers tuning in, which marks a new low for the BBC sitcom.More than a million viewers have switched off the once-popular Irish comedy since last year’s Christmas special when 3.7million fans tuned in.But recently the BBC production, which stars Brendan O’Carroll, 66, as gobby Agnes, has dipped in ratings after more than 10 years on air.In 2019 its festive show pulled in 7million viewers, but the numbers haven’t been the same since stars including Gary Hollywood, who played Dino Doyle, and Damien McKiernan, who played Rory Brown, left the show.During the Halloween special,

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxOn 2 January 2021, we reported that actor Damien McKiernan is suing his former employer, Brendan O’Carroll, the creator of Mrs Brown's Boys.Mr McKiernan vehemently denies that he has published such an assertion to anyone.He confirms that no proceedings have been issued and that he has no intention of commencing litigation.We are happy to clarify the position and apologise for the error.

Just weeks after former Mrs Brown’s Boys actor Gary Hollywood announced he was suing the BBC show for unfair dismissal, a second actor has now followed suit.

Mrs Brown's Boys is set for more legal drama as a second star allegedly prepares to sue after being sacked from the popular sitcom.Damien McKiernan, 54, who played Rory Brown, is taking legal action over claims of unfair dismissal, bullying and discrimination, The Daily Star Sunday reports.The actor, who left the show in autumn, is the second star in a week to launch a lawsuit against the show's creator and lead actor Brendan O'Carroll who plays Agnes Brown.Scottish actor Gary Hollywood, 41, who played on-screen boyfriend Dino Doyle before quitting earlier this year, is taking legal action against the show and the BBC for constructive dismissal and workplace discrimination.An insider from the show, filmed in Glasgow, told the publication:

Mrs Brown's Boys is set for more legal drama as a second star is allegedly preparing to sue.

MRS Brown's Boys actor Damien McKiernan is following in the footsteps of his co-star and is suing the show's boss Brendan O’Carroll. Damian who played Rory Brown, is suing for unfair ­dismissal, bullying and discrimination after being ditched from the beloved sitcom.

Mrs Brown’s Boys boss Brendan O’Carroll is facing a second legal battle, the Daily Star Sunday can reveal.The TV favourite, 65, faces being sued by Damien McKiernan – who was allegedly axed from the show – for unfair ­dismissal, bullying and discrimination.It comes a week after we told how former regular Gary Hollywood is also set to sue.A show insider said: “Damien has decided to take legal action.

Brendan O’Carroll has spoken about the reaction and backlash he faces when actors leave Mrs Brown’s Boys.

Mrs Brown’s Boys creator Brendan O’Carroll has denied there was a 'row' which caused Scottish co-star Gary Hollywood to leave the popular show. The Irish star, 41, quashed rumours that the actor, who played gay hairdresser Dino Doyle, had quit the role over a pay dispute.

“I got a lot of abuse over it on social media but I let it go over my head,” he told Dublin Live.Louise Minchin: BBC star 'uncertain' over recovery from operationThe comedian insisted there is no bad blood between the pair, describing Gary as a “fabulous act” who he had known for over 20 years.“He decided he wanted to follow his own star and we are delighted for him,” he added.Back in October, reports claimed Gary and Damien McKiernan quit the show after learning they earn less than the rest of the cast.A source said: “Gary and Damien were confused and hurt when they realised they were getting paid less than the others.“When they raised the issue it did not go down very well.“Gary was later told he would only be appearing in one of this

MailOnline, the actor appeared to show his support for the message on Twitter. The original tweet read: "This it is shocking the way [Brendan O'Carroll] has treated [Gary Hollywood].

MRS Brown's Boys actor Damien McKiernan has "liked" a tweet claiming Brendan O'Carroll has got "too big for his boots" amid an ongoing pay dispute on the show. The popular BBC sitcom is currently in crisis, with actors Damien McKiernan and Gary Hollywood recently leaving after finding out they were paid less than their co-stars.

BBC Mrs Brown’s Boys actor Gary Hollywood hit the headlines this week when he quit the show in a row over pay.

Mrs Brown’s Boys could be in crisis after two of its major stars quit amid a row over pay. Damien McKiernan and Gary Hollywood, who play boyfriends Dino and Rory, have reportedly walked out on the popular BBC show, according to the Daily Star.

Mrs Brown's Boys could be in crisis after two of its major stars have quit after discovering they were earning less than their co-stars.

Join the Secret Elves to discover the best shopping deals and things to do this ChristmasTelly favourite Mrs Brown’s Boys is in crisis after losing two of its most popular stars in a row over pay.Gary Hollywood and Damien McKiernan were furious when they found out they were earning less than their co-stars earlier this year.The pair, who play boyfriends Dino and Rory, complained and it caused a row with the show’s bosses.Gary was then told he would have a reduced role in this year’s festive shows, which left him so angry he has quit.And Damien has now been told that he has been axed.An insider said: “Gary and Damien were confused and hurt when they realised they were getting paid less than the others.