Matthew O'Brien, who plays the slimy businessman James Rafferty on the long-running Irish soap opera Fair City, reveals that he often receives complaints from fans about his character's actions. Despite playing a villain, O'Brien enjoys the role and admits that there is a bit of a 'devil' in his on-screen partner Hayley as well.
He has played slimy businessman James Rafferty for four years, but he nearly landed he different part beforehand.
"It is nice to play the villain because you can exercise demons. I have a very punchable face, that is what it is. It is great fun. There is a bit of a villain in Hayley too, she is a divil." He said: "Existential dread is always there as an actor. I keep myself busy with other projects. You have to be ready for those breaks."We have to appreciate the job you are in while you are in it and never take it for granted. It could be you at any time, so enjoy it while you have it."
Fair City turns has turned 35 this month and the show played a big part in Matthew's upbringing as he noticed a parallel between Carrigstown's and his own family life.
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