Mark Sheals

Mark Sheals is a former professional rugby league footballer and actor. He played in the 1980s and 1990s, representing Wales at the international level and playing for clubs such as Swinton, Leigh, Oldham, and Wakefield Trinity. In 1995, while a Welsh Student, Sheals earned one cap for the Welsh national team. Aside from his rugby career, Sheals also had a role in the Channel 4 television drama series Shameless, where he played the character 'Dessie the Gangster' in episode 15 of series 5. Sheals is known for his contributions to both sports and entertainment.