9 August 2024

On Saturday 10 August at the National Eisteddfod, S4C will introduce the new cast of the new series of Deian a Loli, of S4C's popular children's series.

At a special question and answer event at the S4C stand at 14:00, fans will have the opportunity to meet the new family of four. Along with a quiz based on the show, there will also be a photo opportunity.

Two young Anglesey actors were successful in landing the roles of Deian and Loli.

Out of over 400 Welsh children who were considered for the parts, 9 year old Magi John Jones from Llandegfan, and 10 year old Brychan Aled Llewelyn Davies from Rhostrehwfa, Llangefni were chosen to play the mischievous twins who can freeze time.

They take over from Lowri Llewelyn and Moi Williams, who left the programme after growing too old for the characters.

Aled Pugh and Lily Beau will play the twins' mum and dad, taking over from Fflur Medi Owen a Siôn Eifion.

This is the fifth series, and the fifth family to appear in the programme.

The new cast will be seen on screen for the first time when the new series broadcasts on S4C in the new year.

Magi says:

"I am really happy, and feel very lucky to be playing the part of Loli. I haven't done much acting before this, although I was an extra on Round and Round when I was a baby.

"I dressed up as Loli for World Book Day at school when I was about three or four years old, so I can't believe I get to be a real Loli now!"

Brychan says:

"It was a great feeling to be chosen for the part. Every time I went through each round, it became more exciting. I was nervous because there were so many good actors there. I feel really lucky.

"I'm looking forward to my little brother and younger cousins getting to watch me on TV because they love Deian and Loli."