Damon Grant is a fictional character in the defunct British soap opera Brookside, played by Simon O'Brien. The character was part of the initial cast, appearing from episode one in 1982 until 1987. At the time of the soap's inception, Damon was the youngest son of Bobby and Sheila Grant, with an older brother, Barry, and older sister, Karen.
Damon Grant
Damon Grant, played by Simon O'Brien, presenting on screen girlfriend Debbie McGrath (Gillian Kearney) with roses. This storyline has come to culturally define the character.
Brookside is a British television soap opera, set in Liverpool, England, which began on the launch night of Channel 4, 2 November 1982. It ran for 21 years until 4 November 2003. It was produced by Mersey Television and conceived by Grange Hill and Hollyoaks creator Phil Redmond.
Brookside Close in April 2007. (L–R: No. 10, 9 behind tree, 8 and 7)
The Close in October 2007. (L–R: No. 7, 6 and 5)
The Close in April 2023