SHERIDAN Smiths ITV drama Cleaning Up is based on the shocking real-life story of a gambling addict mother who racked up 70,000 worth of debts.
The new series that started on January 9 shows mum Sam, played by 37-year-old Smith, working as an office cleaner while trying to pay off her debts due to a gambling addiction.
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Kelly Fields gambling problems started when she visited an online casino when she was off work due to stress in 2010.
Field, 36, used her experience to help producers and writers develop Smiths character.
The mum-of-one revealed how at her lowest point she felt suicidal because the shame overwhelmed her.
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