Actress Cheryl Fergison, who played Heather Trott, used a food bank after facing financial hardship due to cancer.

Cheryl Fergison, who played Heather Trott on EastEnders, had to use a food bank due to financial struggles after being diagnosed with cancer in 2015. The 60-year-old actress, who was forced to pause her career, sought help from Citizens Advice, which assisted her with debts and provided food. Fergison hopes her story will reduce the stigma around using food banks and encourages others in need to seek help.

November 16, 2024
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