List of ''Hollyoaks'' characters (1999)

The following is a list of characters who first appeared in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks in 1999, by order of first appearance. Throughout the year Hollyoaks saw several new arrivals including the Morgan family.

Joe Johnson

Joe Johnson is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by James McKenzie Robinson. He appeared throughout 1999 before leaving. He was the son of Jill Patrick and long lost twin brother of Kate Patrick, who he had never known. When Joe arrived in the village, Kate rejected him, but soon warmed up to him. Unfortunately, there was an attraction between them which they could not shake and they shared a kiss. Ruth and her friend Carol Groves spread rumours that they were having an incestuous affair. Kate exacted revenge by stealing Carol's diary and photocopying pages and sticking them in the phone box for everyone to see. She then gave Ruth laxatives before her housewarming party, then hid all the toilet paper, and let all her friends and family in and left them to it. Joe's feelings for Kate grew stronger by the day, and realising that she couldn't cope with being so close to him any more, Kate said a tearful goodbye to Jill, Gina, Sol and Jack before breaking the news to Joe that she was leaving. Joe later left.

Jacqui Hudson

Jacqui Hudson is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Julie Peasgood. She appears in 1999 and later leaves in 2001 after 2 years in the show. She has a relationship with Jack Osborne and is the mother of Geri Hudson. She works as a barmaid at The Dog in the Pond for Jack Osborne.

Geri Hudson

Geri Hudson (previously Cunliffe) is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Joanna Taylor. She first appeared in 1999 before leaving in 2001 after two years in the show.

Alex Bell

Alexander "Alex" Bell is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Martino Lazzeri. He first appeared in 1999 before leaving 3 years later in 2002.

Anna Green

Anna Green is a fictional character on the long-running Channel 4 British television soap opera Hollyoaks, played by actress Lisa M. Kay between 1999–2002.

Dennis Richardson

Dennis Richardson is a fictional character on the long-running Channel 4 British television soap opera Hollyoaks. He was played by actor David McAlister between 1997 and 2003, when Dennis was killed off. He arrived as part of the Richardson family and was the father of Lewis Richardson and Mandy Richardson and the husband of their mother Helen Cunningham.

Dennis was first introduced as a teacher at Hollyoaks Comprehensive School. He was married to Helen and was Lewis and Mandy's father.

An abusive alcoholic, he beat up Helen and Lewis and molested Mandy. When he finds out that Mandy is dating Sol Patrick, he flew into a rage and raped her. Mandy briefly ran away, and then told the police what Dennis had done to her. He was arrested and eventually found guilty of rape, for which he was sentenced to seven years imprisonment. During his imprisonment, Lewis committed suicide.

Dennis was released from prison five years later, and returned to Hollyoaks. He tried to explain himself to Mandy, but she refused to listen. Dennis then tried to mend his relationship with Helen when she took him to where Lewis' ashes had been scattered. She forgives him for what he has done. Mandy arrived with Tony Hutchinson, Helen's husband Gordon Cunningham and their son Max Cunningham to get rid of Dennis, and a fight broke out between Max and Dennis.

Dennis was last seen telling Mandy that he is dying of cancer, hoping she might forgive him. She bought him some alcohol to quicken his death, telling him she could never forgive him. He would die of liver disease. He is cremated, and Helen pours his ashes down the drain.

Sue Morgan

Sue Morgan is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Eve White. She arrived in 1999 as part of the Morgan family and left in 2002. Along with her husband Andy and daughter Beth Morgan she left to move to France after her daughter was raped and went to prison for reckless driving.

Andy Morgan

Andy Morgan is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Ross Davidson. He arrived in 1999 as part of the Morgan family and left in 2002. Along with his wife Sue and daughter Beth Morgan he left to move to France after his daughter was raped and went to prison for reckless driving.

In October 2017, Luke mentioned that Andy had passed away. Luke was living in Canada at the time. Adam called to tell him that Andy was ill and he needed to return to England. Luke got drunk and wasn't allowed to board the plane and Andy died the following day. Luke was devastated he did not get a chance to say goodbye to his father.

Adam Morgan

Adam Morgan, played by David Brown, made his first on screen appearance on 7 June 1999. Adam is introduced as part of the Morgan family, consisting of parents Andy Morgan (Ross Davidson) and Sue Morgan (Eve White) and children Adam, Luke Morgan (Gary Lucy), Beth Morgan (Elizabeth O'Grady) and Zara Morgan (Kelly Greenwood).

Adam is introduced as the enigmatic new lifeguard at the local college swimming pool. Adam has a fling with Jasmine Bates (Elly Fairman), before beginning a relationship with Kerri, his Australian girlfriend. Kerri asks Adam to move to Australia with her, but he decides to stay in the village and finish his degree. Adam then dates fresher Geri Hudson (Joanna Taylor), before starting a relationship with Izzy Cornwell (Elize du Toit) after saving her drowning. They split when she discovers that he has cameras set up in Tony Hutchinson's (Nick Pickard) house for a college project, although Adam tries to reconcile with Izzy. Adam's friend, Jamie Nash (Stefan Booth), arrives and stays with the Morgans. At New Year's, the family are shocked to discover Jamie and Mandy Richardson (Sarah Jayne Dunn) having sex on their sofa. Sue ejects Jamie from the house.

Adam grows frustrated with Mandy's treatment of the family and confronts her. They get in Mandy's car and Mandy drives quickly; they argue and Mandy tries to get Adam to leave the car. Mandy loses control of the car and they drive off a hill, landing on a railway. Mandy survives the crash with minor injuries, but while Adam survives, he is told that he may be paralysed. Adam starts to use a wheelchair. Beth confides in Adam that she has been raped by Scott Anderson (Daniel Hyde). Adam supports Beth through their trial and is annoyed when Scott is acquitted. Adam becomes moody, arrogant, and frustrated due to his paralysis. He visits Luke in Canada and when he returns, he has movement in his legs.

After reconciling with Mandy, they begin a secret relationship. Luke, who had a relationship with Mandy, returns for Andy and Sue's wedding. Mandy realises that she still has feelings for Luke and they have sex. Luke discovers that Mandy and Adam are in a relationship and Adam realises that Mandy and Luke had sex; they both dump Mandy. Luke returns to Canada and Andy enters the final year of his degree. Jamie dies and Adam comforts his girlfriend, Becca Hayton (Ali Bastian). They kiss and Becca agrees to start a relationship on the condition that it is slow. They eventually move in together. Adam completes his degree, starts to take his first steps following the accident, and is offered a job in New York. Adam wants to move, although Becca wants to stay in Hollyoaks village; he eventually decides to move to New York to pursue his dream of becoming a director.

Beth Morgan

Beth Morgan, played by Elizabeth O'Grady between 1999 and 2000 and Kate Baines between 2001 and 2002, made her first on screen appearance on 10 May 1999. Beth is introduced as part of the Morgan family, consisting of parents Andy Morgan (Ross Davidson) and Sue Morgan (Eve White) and children Beth, Adam Morgan (David Brown), Luke Morgan (Gary Lucy) and Zara Morgan (Kelly Greenwood).

Beth arrives in Hollyoaks village with her family and quickly catches the attention of Lewis Richardson (Ben Hull), Tony Hutchinson (Nick Pickard) and Rory "Finn" Finnigan (James Redmond). She dates Lewis until he realises that Beth is too young for him. Beth then begins a relationship with Rob Hawthorne (Warren Derosa). Andy is warned about Rob, so he forbids Beth from seeing Rob. When Beth overhears Lucy Benson (Kerrie Taylor) arguing with Rob about his actions, Beth ends their relationship. When Luke reveals that he has been raped, he, Beth and Sue go on holiday to France. Luke and Sue later return and reveal that Beth has decided to stay in France after becoming engaged.

Two years later, Beth returns home. She is raped by footballer Scott Anderson (Daniel Hyde) (see Hollyoaks: Indecent Behaviour). Beth decides not to tell anyone, but eventually confides in Luke before he leaves for Canada. Beth works with journalist Alyson Turner (Sarah Jayne Steed) to incriminate Scott for rape. After releasing her story to the press, Beth has to tell Andy and Sue about her rape, who promise to stand by Beth. Beth's case reached court, where Scott is acquitted of rape. Beth becomes focused on revenge towards Scott; she receives support from Sam "O.B." O'Brien (Darren Jeffries) and they have sex. The following day, Beth rejects O.B. and visits Scott at the football training grounds; she spits on him and is arrested.

Beth's obsession with Scott grows and when she sees Izzy Cornwell (Elize du Toit) being physically harassed by Scott, she intervenes. Beth tries scaring Scott and drives towards him, unwittingly knocking him down. Beth is arrested and charged with attempted murder, while Scott is injured and unable to play football professionally. The residents of the village turn against Beth and she is attacked by an inmate while in prison. During Beth's court case, Scott admits to raping Beth and is given a suspended prison sentence for perjury. Beth is sentenced to two months imprisonment for dangerous driving. After being released, Beth struggles to readjust to life and moves to France with Andy and Sue.

Luke Morgan

Lucas "Luke" Morgan is a fictional character from long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Gary Lucy.

Zara Morgan

Zara Morgan is a fictional character from the long-running Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Kelly Greenwood between 1999–2005.

Tom Cunningham

Thomas "Tom" Cunningham is a fictional character from the British Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, played by Ellis Hollins. Hollins has portrayed the character since his birth in 1999.

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