JOE Swash’s sister has revealed her secret side hustle during his new reality show with Stacey Solomon.
The ex-EastEnders actor, 43, has thrown open the doors to his home with mum-of-five Stacey for the cameras.
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Airing on BBC One every Tuesday, fans are given a behind-the-scenes look at their family life as they raise a young family.
During the latest episode, which saw Stacey and Joe clash in therapy, the actor’s sister Shana made an appearance.
Having time off work, Joe drove to Islington to catch up with Shana, who also previously starred in EastEnders.
The 34-year-old could be seen behind the counter of her very own coffee dock, called Swash Jones Coffee, which she launched four years ago.
Joe, 43, sought her advice as he was preparing to take part in a charity run for Comfort Cases UK.
The charity provides children entering the care system with backpacks filled with their own personal belongings.
Shana played the role of Demi Miller until 2006, before it was announced that her part was to be cut along with that of her on-screen mother Rosie.
Despite an online petition from upset and angry fans pleading for them not to be axed, both characters left the show in July that year.
Shana has continued her acting career since leaving EastEnders.
In 2008 she starred in the Scottish soap River City as the daughter of Shona Malone.
In 2009, Shana performed in Proud, a play at the Above The Stag Theatre.
She also won praise for her part in the 2016 film My Feral Heart where she played a young carer at a care home for adults with learning difficulties.
Stacey Solomon’s career so far
Stacey Solomon has been a familiar face on viewers’ screens for over a decade. Let’s take a look back at her career.
The X Factor (2009): Stacey competed in series six of long-running ITV singing competition The X Factor. During her time in the show, she was mentored by Danni Minogue in the ‘Girls’ category. The star finished in third place, behind Joe McElderry and Olly Murs.
I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here (2010); In late 2010, Stacey headed to the infamous I’m A Celeb Aussie jungle. After 21 days, she triumphed to win the tenth series. It was through I’m A Celeb that she met future husband Joe Swash – who’d won two years earlier and was hosting the ITV2 spinoff.
Celebrity Juice (2011―2013, 2016―2019): The star appeared as a panellist on 21 episodes of the comedy panel game show hosted by Keith Lemon. Stacey was a regular in the 21st series, broadcast in 2019.
Loose Women (2016 – present): Stacey has been a permanent panel member of the daytime show since 2016. She previously made guest appearances in 2011 and 2012.
Sort Your Life Out (2022 -present): This BBC show sees Stacey, with the help of an expert team, transform participants’ living spaces after removing clutter.