Jill Halfpenny stars alongside her son, Harvey Rhys Conway, in the new psychological thriller Number One Fan, which premiered on May 4, 2026.
The Channel 5 drama follows a TV presenter named Lucy who faces a stalker. Jill Halfpenny plays Lucy, while Sally Lindsay portrays Donna, the stalker. Harvey Rhys Conway, at just 18 years old, makes his acting debut in this series.
Key details about Number One Fan:
- The series consists of four parts.
- Harvey trained at SA Performing Arts Centre in Newcastle.
- Jill Halfpenny is known for her roles in Strictly Come Dancing and EastEnders.
Viewers have shared mixed reactions to the show. Some expressed excitement about Harvey’s debut. A viewer commented, “The lad on gym reception is Jill Halfpenny’s real life son, Harvey #numberonefan.” Another viewer said, “I just knew this show was gonna be incredible.”
Harvey expressed his enthusiasm as well. He posted, “So happy to have been a part of my first series @channel5_tv please tune in to Number One Fan !!!!!” This marks a significant moment for both mother and son as they share the screen together.
As of midday today, reviews continue to roll in. Critics have pointed out the show’s production cost of around £350,000 per hour as relatively cheap for such a drama. The combination of a psychological thriller with family dynamics has intrigued many viewers.
Prior to this role, Jill Halfpenny appeared in several Channel 5 dramas. Her experience likely contributed to the show’s anticipation and viewership.
