Cleo gained recognition for her performance as Matilda in the London West End production. This winter she takes on the role of Wendy in the Tyne Theatre & Opera House’s production of Peter Pan.
Getting To Know You…
Name:
Cleo Demetriou
Title:
Playing Wendy in Peter Pan
Where is home?
Manchester
Three reasons you love where you live?
People, Food, City
The Day Job…
What do you do for a living?
More commonly known for CBBC as a presenter and worked in the West End when I was younger.
A day in the life of you?
Wake up, cuddle my cat, Kitty, I’m an early riser, 6am, usually and work until about 7pm filming.
Any recent, ongoing or upcoming projects or achievements we should know about?
I have a big opportunity coming up next year, but I’ve been sworn to secrecy!
Lessons In Life…
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
A window cleaner, originally, as I’d watch them and be in awe of what they were doing. From the age of six though, I wanted to be an actor.
What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
Just roll with the punches, try not to stress too much, and accept what life throws at you.
What is your greatest fear?
I don’t really give my fears much thought, I just take each day as it comes.
Which living person do you most admire and why?
Definitely my mum. She works in the city, but she used to be a ballet dancer and I admire her greatly. She was a single mum, working full-time, but she always made time to take me to my auditions etc.
Living Luxe…
What is top of your bucket list?
Travel the world.
What is your most treasured possession?
My cat, Kitty, and my red bunny toy from a child. Goes everywhere with me!
What does the weekend mean to you?
Time with my boyfriend, chill time and time spent with my mum.
A memorable holiday?
My boyfriend took me to Paris recently and it was magical.
Best dress?
A beautiful Whitebrand dress – ironically, in red.
Who would be your top-three dinner guests?
Gemma Collins, I find her hilarious, the late Amy Winehouse as I love her music and Justin Timberlake as he’s just so gorgeous to look at.
The last place you ate:
Well, it was sushi, but I can’t remember the name of the place.
The last book you read:
Amy Winehouse biography.
The last thing you listened to:
Justin Timberlake.
The last thing you watched:
Everything Now, which is on Netflix.
Your three luxe things in life?
My Dyson fan, which I have on every night, regardless of the weather. My Dyson Air Wrap – I know I’m sounding like a walking advert for Dyson now! Lastly, my Jacquemus handbag.
