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William Rush
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William Edward Rush
6 July 1994 Bury, Greater Manchester, England
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| Died | 17 December 2025 (aged 31) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2004–2017 |
| Television | Waterloo Road (2009–2013) |
| Parent(s) | Debbie Rush (mother) Andrew Rush (father) |
William Edward Rush (born 6 July 1994 – died 17 December 2025) was a talented British actor. He was best known for his role as Josh Stevenson in the popular BBC One school drama series, Waterloo Road.
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About William Rush
His Early Life
William Edward Rush was born on 6 July 1994. His birthplace was Bury, Greater Manchester, England. His parents were Andrew and Debbie Rush. His mother, Debbie, is also a well-known actress. William attended Bamford Academy during his school years. He also trained to become an actor at the Manchester School of Acting.
Acting Career Highlights
William Rush began his acting journey at a young age. He appeared in several television shows.
First Roles on TV
He started his career with a small part in Channel 4's Shameless. After that, he played Ali Duncan in the BBC show Grange Hill. William also had roles in other series like The Street and Drop Dead Gorgeous.
Starring in Waterloo Road
From 2009 to 2012, William played the character Josh Stevenson in the hit series Waterloo Road. This role made him very popular. He even made a special guest appearance on the show the following year.
Other TV Appearances
In 2016, William Rush tried out for The X Factor. He successfully moved through several stages of the competition. He also continued to appear in various television projects.
Family and Legacy
William Rush was the son of actress Debbie Rush, who is famous for her role in Coronation Street. He had an older sister and a brother. William Rush passed away on 17 December 2025, at the age of 31. His work in television shows, especially Waterloo Road, left a lasting impression on many viewers.
William Rush's Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2005, 2007 | Grange Hill | Ali Duncan | Recurring role; 7 episodes |
| 2007 | Shameless | Lad at Ice Cream Truck | Episode: "Dangerous Situation" |
| Drop Dead Gorgeous | Lad 1 | Series 2: Episode 1 | |
| The Street | Jack Taylor | Episode: "The Letter" | |
| 2009–2013 | Waterloo Road | Josh Stevenson | Regular role (series 5–8); 69 episodes |
| 2013 | Casualty | Stef Kelly | Episode: "Cross Roads" |
| 2014 | Coronation Street | Ian | Episode #1.8361 |
| Vera | Ryan Darrow | Episode: "On Harbour Street" | |
| 2016 | The X Factor | Himself | Contestant |
| 2017 | Friday On My Mind | George Young | TV mini-series; main cast; 2 episodes |
