Discovering the Role of Nick Cotton in EastEnders Unearths Surprising Opportunities for John Altman
John Altman: A Life of Financial Priorities and Enduring Success
John Altman, a 73-year-old actor, singer, and songwriter, has had an eventful and diverse career. Best known for his role as the notorious Nick Cotton in the BBC1 drama EastEnders from 1985 to 2015, Altman's life story is a testament to financial prudence, hard work, and the power of perseverance.
Growing up, Altman's parents instilled in him the importance of saving money, encouraging him to save his earnings in a Post Office savings account. This early lesson in financial responsibility would serve him well throughout his life.
In his teenage years, Altman worked as a golf caddy, earning 10 shillings per job. Later, during the EastEnders heyday, he earned around a grand for a night's work doing his Nick Cotton stage turn. His acting career in EastEnders provided significant financial rewards, but he also supplemented his income by working as a waiter, laborer, and cleaner between acting jobs.
Altman's financial priorities are clear: paying off his mortgage and remaining busy with work. He owns a two-bedroom apartment in Richmond Upon Thames, close to the river and beautiful parks. At the time of the interview, he was residing in Richmond Upon Thames in south-west London.
Throughout his career, Altman has made wise financial decisions. He purchased a used Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI for approximately £10,000 in the noughties, a purchase that served him well. However, his used BMW, bought from a friend of Leslie Grantham, turned out to be a financial burden due to ongoing repairs.
Altman's acting career has not only provided him with financial stability but also allowed him to pursue other passions. He landed the part of Billy Flynn in the first national tour of Chicago in 2001, which lasted around two years. He also toured with the rock band Heavy Metal Kids.
In more recent years, Altman has turned his attention to music. His debut album, "Never Too Late to Rock and Roll," is available on streaming platforms under his rock 'n' roll alter ego, Johnny Altman. He has also published a memoir, "In The Nick Of Time," which is published by John Blake and available on Audible.
Looking towards the future, Altman plans to pass his remaining funds to his daughter and granddaughter upon his death, and also donate to a dementia charity. He mainly relies on his state pension and a small private pension, but a good panto run can set him up financially for a few months.
Altman's career has not been without its challenges. He has been typecast as a 'soap star' following his role in EastEnders, a label he has worked hard to overcome. However, his resilience and adaptability have seen him through, and he continues to forge a successful career in the arts.
In a podcast discussion about potential new property tax, down valuations, interest rates, the amount needed to feel 'wealthy', retirement with a state pension, and the future of cash Isas, Altman's practical and down-to-earth approach shone through. His life is a testament to the power of financial prudence, hard work, and the pursuit of dreams.
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