Danny Mac shares his thoughts on reprising his role as Dodger Savage in Hollyoaks after a decade away from the show
London: Danny Mac recently opened up about his return to Hollyoaks as Dodger Savage after a long break. He admitted he had some worries about stepping back into the role after 10 years.
Fans got a sneak peek of his comeback at the end of an episode, and more details about Dodger’s return were revealed in a later episode. It’s exciting to see how he fits back into the village.
Dodger is now an undercover cop, and he’s got ties to the shady character Rex Gallagher, which has fans buzzing with speculation. Danny mentioned he was concerned about how his character would be received after such a long time away.
He said he wanted Dodger to come back with a strong presence, not just reacting to events. The timing felt right for him to return, especially with all the changes in the show over the years.
There’s a lot of family drama to unpack, especially since Dodger’s biological father is now revealed to be Jez Blake. This twist adds a whole new layer to his story.
Danny is excited about exploring Dodger’s character in a darker light, which he hasn’t done before. He’s looking forward to the new storylines and how they’ll challenge Dodger.
He’s also back with Maxine Miniver, and Danny hinted that their relationship might not be what fans expect. There’s a lot of depth to their connection that will unfold on screen.
With the show celebrating its 30th anniversary, Danny feels grateful to be part of this milestone. He’s eager to see how fans react to the new developments in Dodger’s life.
Hollyoaks airs Monday to Wednesday on E4, and you can catch the first look episodes on Channel 4.
