EMMERDALE star Anthony Quinlan has a ‘normal job’ five years after quitting the soap.

Anthony, 40, starred as Pete Barton from 2013 until leaving the show in 2020.

Off-screen, the star has moved into the world of fitness and personal training.

He is the owner of BoxedOff, a company that provides plant-based supplements and nutrition to help customers achieve their fitness goals.

Anthony spent two years working on the project and previously told The Sun: “Setting the company up started as a way of giving myself some security while working in an industry that doesn’t have any.

“Forgive the pun, but it was done to supplement my acting career. I decided to leave Emmerdale to throw myself into the company.

“It wasn’t a decision I made lightly, but I’m so glad I did. It’s really paid off. It has done far better than I could have ever imagined and it’s something I’m really proud of.

“There’s a famous saying, isn’t there, that if you enjoy your work then it’ll never feel like a day’s work in your life.

“I’m really fortunate I’ve got a few industries where I feel most passionate. Acting is my ultimate passion and what I want to do above all else.

“Now I’ve got the option to pick and choose acting jobs when they come around. I’m definitely not finished with acting.”

Meanwhile, Anthony spent years learning his craft as a personal trainer.

He now coaches a small client list to offer online support, alongside his business.

His fitness page’s Instagram bio reads: “Helping people lose weight, tone up or get lean whilst eating the foods they love.”

Recently, Emmerdale fans got a worrying update about Anthony’s beloved character Pete.