Acting legend Colm Meaney looks unrecognisable as he stars as Santa in a new advert for Aldi.
The Snapper star is starring alongside Kevin the Carrot, who made a dramatic return to the screens this week to kick off the festive season.
Lifting the lid on why he got involved, Colm, who has gone from playing a gangster boss in Gangs of London to the big man in red said:
“I thought it was about time that I played the big man himself and so was delighted to be asked by Aldi to be part of its Christmas campaign.”
Describing the experience as ‘total joy’ he added: “Kevin the Carrot and his family were incredibly welcoming on set and the whole experience was a total joy – even getting in and out of the big red suit.
“This year has been incredibly challenging for everyone but I hope that over the festive season people will be able to enjoy this special time with family and friends – and maybe the odd mince pie or turkey sandwich.
The Dubliner went on to joke: “Oh, and contrary to many men during lockdown I can confirm that the beard is not mine”.
His debut comes after the country was left on tenterhooks and rooting for the beloved Christmas carrot’s safe return following his appearance earlier this week in a teaser advert.
Just days ago, Kevin set the sky alight, Top Gun style, in a fighter jet escapade with co-pilot Turkey.
He was left perilously adrift with a flaming parachute, leaving fans asking Where is Kevin, and will he manage to get home to Katie and family in time for Christmas?
The hope of Kevin making it home to his family seems to be fading fast until he is saved, by none other than Santa Claus, played by Colm Meaney.
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