EastEnders star Shane Richie has recalled spending a period sleeping rough after being left homeless at the age of 16.
The soap actor, best known for his portrayal of Alfie Moon, has spoken about the strife he faced as a young, struggling actor, as he pleaded with the public to treat the homeless with dignity.
Telling The Mirror of his 10 nights on the streets, Shane, 54, said: “What I learnt almost 40 years ago has had, and will always have, a lasting effect on me.
“I slept...