Atlanta, GA 1/12/2008 12:06:52 AM
News / Entertainment

Jeff Stewart of the ITV drama, The Bill, says he is recovering from his injuries.

The 52 year old actor, who had been on The Bill since its beginning in 1984, allegedly tried to slit his wrists when the producers decided to cut his contract Tuesday.  The Bill spokeswoman would not confirm the details of event, but did say that there was, in fact, an “incident.”

Stewart states, “I want to reassure and thank everyone for all their support and good wishes...  The last few days have been very difficult for me, but I am receiving the right care and help, and ams urrounded by family and friends.”

Jeff Steward has been playing PC Hollis on The Bill since 1984, one of ITV’s more popular programs following Coronation Street and Emmerdale.