Michael Parr is writing a sitcom.
The former ‘Emmerdale’ actor revealed on Twitter that since leaving the soap he has started writing his own comedy show, and the 32-year-old star will be moving to Los Angeles in the next two weeks.
Replying to a tweet from screenwriters Scott Beck and Bryan Woods – in which the pair revealed they wrote more than 30 plays before one was sold – Michael said: "What was the hardest part? The ideas? Dedicating the hours? Getting it in front of ppl? Convincing ppl of your vision? (sic)"
The screenwriting duo replied: "Those are all constant challenges, but committing the time to be a better writer by writing/reading/studying makes the "getting it in front of ppl" and "convincing ppl of vision" so much easier. Because the work must speak for itself. (sic)"
Michael responded: "Thanks guys. I’m in the middle of writing a sitcom and am moving to LA in two weeks. Are there any classes you would recommend? X (sic)"
The ‘Emmerdale’ star left his role on the ITV soap in autumn last year, with the actor – who played Ross Barton on the show – keen to "pursue other acting opportunities".
But in November, Michael admitted he was "bored" after being unemployed for two months following his Dales departure.
He tweeted: "I know there are many factors for why ppl don’t/can’t work but in my experience of not having a job which has almost lasted two months now…. it is boring. So boring. There’s just naff all to do! (sic)"
His former cast mate Samantha Giles (Bernice Blackstock) was quick to reply with words of support as she told him to "hold his nerve", adding that "something good will come up".
Michael Parr moving to LA to write a sitcom
