It’s a long way from Ferndale to Hollywood, but it’s an even greater move from Los Angeles back to Aotearoa – via the Beehive and while recovering from a scary health battle. However, as Shortland Street alum Lee Donoghue stands as New Zealand First’s candidate for Hutt South in the upcoming election, he’ll be taking all his showbiz lessons into politics.
In fact, while some may question the 39-year-old star’s political credentials, he believes his acting background is what makes him the perfect contender.
