Steph McGovern is to star in a new BBC comedy alongside former Strictly Come Dancing star Michelle Visage and Charlotte Riley. The presenter's chat show Steph’s Packed Lunch was axed by Channel 4 last year, but she's certainly landed on her feet since then. The trio are among a star-studded cast who will appear in Smoggie Queens, which is based around a group of pals who are fiercely proud of their North Eastern town of Middlesbrough.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK judge Michelle said: "Filming Smoggie Queens was an absolute joy, and I am so excited for everyone to meet Elaine, an uptight office assistant, who I had so much fun playing - wait until you meet her! "The script is brilliant, the costumes are amazing, and I loved being amongst Middlesbrough royalty for the day! I’m an official Smoggie now!" Peaky Blinders star Charlotte added: "Being back in Teesside working with Phil and the team on this incredible project has been the most awesome experience. Not sure I've met a more funny and fabulous cast. "We had the best laugh ever making this show and I can’t wait to watch it.
Just so, so grateful I got to be a part of it." The six-episode series will tell the story of self-styled hun Lucinda, who is played by former ' Coronation Street ' star Alexandra Mardell , volatile Dickie - portrayed by show writer and Middlesbrough native Phil Dunning - drag queen Mam (Mark Benton), awkward Sal (Patsy Lowe) and newcomer Stewart (Elijah Young) as they navigate love, life and their pride.