Soldier Soldier first aired on ITV more than three decades ago and quickly became a hit among viewers. The military drama premiered on 10 June 1991 and ran until 1997, launching its cast members into stardom. Set in the post-Cold War era, the series rarely depicted actual warfare, focusing instead on training sequences and the impact of service life on personal relationships. After viewing figures dropped following the departure of stars Jerome Flynn and Robson Green at the end of series five, the show was eventually axed, with its final episode broadcast on 9 December 1997 after a 12-episode run. But what became of the original cast? Here's what they've been doing since the programme first premiered.
Miles Anderson
Miles portrayed Lieutenant Colonel Dan Fortune during the first two series, leaving the armed forces after a regimental merger and his wedding to journalist Rachel. Already well-known from productions like The Thirty Nine Steps, Sky Bandits, and The Legend of Robin Hood, he later landed prominent roles in Holby City and Ultimate Force. He also appeared in Hollywood blockbusters such as La La Land as photographer Alistair. Now 78, he is happily married to Bella Merlin and is father to chef Max Anderson and actor Joe Anderson, who has featured in Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 and Outsiders.
William Gaminara
William played Major Harry "Dickie" Bird in the debut series, taking a pivotal role before vanishing without explanation. During his time on Soldier Soldier, he was also portraying Andrew Bower in Casualty. After leaving, he secured a significant role on Silent Witness as forensic pathologist Leo Dalton across 107 episodes. His most recent appearance was in The War Between the Land and the Sea, a Doctor Who spin-off.
David Haig
David appeared only in the first series as Major Tom Cadman, remembered for his cold marriage to wife Laura. Since then, he has amassed an impressive array of credits, including Four Weddings and a Funeral, The Thin Blue Line, Keeping Mum, and Killing Eve. He is also celebrated for his stage work and as an accomplished playwright. His latest project, Magic, explores the friendship between Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini. David married Jane Galloway in 2010 and has five children, including actress Alice Haig, who has portrayed Vicki Fowler on EastEnders since 2025.
Peter Wingfield
Peter played Lieutenant Nick Pasco in the first series, making an understated exit after six episodes. His career flourished with roles in Highlander: The Series, Highlander: Endgame, Cold Squad, Queen of Swords, Holby City, and Catwoman. Later, he stepped away from acting to retrain as a clinician, enrolling at the College of Medicine at the University of Vermont in 2015. He now practises as an anaesthesiologist in Los Angeles.
Sean Baker
Sean portrayed Company Sergeant Major Chick Henwood in the debut season. He has since appeared in The Bill, Midsomer Murders, Jupiter Ascending, and the podcast series Wooden Overcoats.
Robert Glenister
Robert played Colour Sergeant Ian Anderson in the first season, central to a storyline about a promotion setback after a theft. Brother of actor Philip Glenister, Robert has enjoyed a successful career with roles in Hustle, Spooks, Law & Order: UK, and Sherwood. He was married to actress Amanda Redman during his time on the show, but they separated a year later. In 1999, he married director Celia de Wolff, and their son Tom is an actor known for Trigger Point and Grantchester, appearing alongside his father in Sherwood.
Gary Love
Gary appeared in the first four series as Corporal Anthony "Tony" Wilton, whose off-screen death shocked viewers. He later featured in Essex Boys, Fallen, Casualty, and The Bill. He is married to actress Colette Brown, known for A Touch of Frost, Torchwood, and Sunburn.
Jerome Flynn
Jerome was a breakout star, playing Corporal Patrick "Paddy" Garvey for five series. He left alongside his friend Robson Green, and they formed the musical duo Robson & Jerome. Their rendition of Unchained Melody was the best-selling single of 1995, and both albums reached No. 1. Jerome has also enjoyed a remarkable acting career with roles in Badger, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Ripper Street, and Game of Thrones as Bronn. He previously dated co-star Lena Headey, ending in 2014.
Winston Crooke
Winston played Fusilier Joe Meakin in the first season but did not return. He partially retired from acting to focus on athletics for his home country of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and in 2021, he officiated at the Tokyo Paralympic Games. Recently, he has returned to screen in Christmas in the Caribbean, The Island, and Us or Them.
Robson Green
Robson emerged as a standout talent during his five-season run as David "Dave" Tucker. Alongside Jerome, he formed Robson & Jerome. He has enjoyed a remarkable acting career with roles in Grafters, Wire in the Blood, and Grantchester. He is also known for documentary work like Extreme Fishing Challenges, Tales from Northumberland, and Tales from the Coast. He has been married twice: first to therapist Alison Ogilvie, and then to former Page 3 model Vanya Seager, with whom he has a son, Taylor.
Holly Aird
Holly played Corporal Nancy Thorpe across the first three seasons, notable for her romance with Paddy Garvey. She was gradually written out. After leaving, she appeared in Dressing for Breakfast, Waking the Dead, Scenes of a Sexual Nature, and Hijack. She married actor James Purefoy in 1996, divorcing in 2002, and later married actor Toby Merritt in 2004.
