"[112] Faith also has a profile on Twitter. She is first seen when Dot goes to visit her in Southend-on-Sea where she lives, as she has decided to make amends before she dies. Andrew discovers her, gets angry and rips the dress. He will serve at least 23 years in prison and Ellie's mum, Jennie Gray, was handed a three-and-a-half-year sentence for child cruelty and perverting the course of justice. I can't wait for the audience reaction when he hits the screens in a few weeks. Poppy Meadow, played by Rachel Bright, was introduced by executive producer Bryan Kirkwood on 11 January 2011 as the best friend of established character Jodie Gold (Kylie Babbington) in scenes filling in for those cut from a controversial baby-swap storyline. Whitney goes to meet Lee and is shocked to see Rob instead. It's when she meets Roba deeply unscrupulous manthat her life starts to fall apart in a terrifying way. The character and casting were announced on 15 February 2011, and of her casting, Tyzack said "I am delighted to be joining a great British tradition and a fine company of actors", and Executive Producer Bryan Kirkwood said: "What a coup to have Margaret Tyzack starring in EastEnders. Born as the bombs dropped in 1940, Peer Gynt is on a mission to live life his way and have a laugh while he doing it. She had been returned to his care by social services 11 months earlier. Rose then becomes lonely, and is jealous of the friendship between Cora and Patrick. He suggests that Roxy dig up as much dirt on Jack and his family as she can. When there is no hot water, Faith has sex with Fatboy to get a hot shower. She also quickly puts Tanya under scrutiny, believing that success has turned her into a snob". andy gibb last interview. [72] The EastEnders website says he has a dark past that he is trying to escape, and calls him a polite gentleman who makes friends for life, and is popular with the ladies. Andrew announces that he is to marry Heather Trott (Cheryl Fergison). Whitney is eventually convinced to do so. [84] Norman returned for a single episode on 2 January 2012.[85]. [121] When Amira returns to Walford over a year later, she meets Yusef Khan (Ace Bhatti), who believes she has come to discuss getting divorced. Dot tells Rose she may not have long to live and did not want to die before making amends. Friday, February 9. Play now. [Harvey] got the role entirely on her own merits. The test results then show that Syed is not Yasmin's father, causing consternation for those involved, though Yusef's falsification is subsequently exposed. Shenice has to leave halfway through the party as Martina finds a place to live, and they move out, leaving Kat and Alfie distraught. [102] He returned on 13 December. When Christian enters Yasmin into a "beautiful baby" competition, Syed becomes angry and refers to Yasmin as his daughter, not his and Christian's, leading to an argument between them. It's not because he's seedy or he's horrible or anything like thathe genuinely enjoys chatting to women and chasing them. It was further put into context by the presenters at the end of the piece, when they talked about the Comic Relief-funded charities working to help girls like Whitney. "[21] An EastEnders spokesperson confirmed this. Rose then helps dot arrange the wedding. Shirley confronts Andrew and publicly accuses him of murdering Heather. Ashley Chubb (Colin Mace) was introduced in March as the father of established character Fatboy (Ricky Norwood). EastEnders serial killer Gray Atkins finally faces a comeuppance on the BBC soap next week, following the murders of Chantelle Atkins, Kush Kazemi and Tina Carter He is persuaded to stay by a homeless man, Gerry (Michael Elliott), and returns to Heather's flat, only to find that Heather has been murdered. However, on Heather's hen party, Rose gets drunk and leaves early. "[78], Tyler Moon, played by Tony Discipline, is the son of Eddie Moon (David Essex), half brother[74] of Michael Moon (Steve John Shepherd), brother of Anthony Moon (Matt Lapinskas) and cousin of Alfie Moon (Shane Richie). who did jennie gray play in eastenders. Rose fears her oversight resulted in the patient's death, but Reverend Stevens (Michael Keating) tells her the patient died of a bee sting. He gives her his number so she can contact him any time she needs to get away from Walford, before taking her home. On Jane's 40th birthday, he turns up at the pub and goes over to Jane. She insults Denise in her own home and accuses her of wanting seduce Yusef. It is also revealed that Andrew has spent time in prison for assaulting Rose's abusive husband. They attend a dance class with Kim Fox (Tameka Empson) and Heather is impressed with Andrew's dance moves. However, Amira reveals that she wants Syed to meet his daughter. In January 2012, Norman returns to Walford, saying he has raised enough money to help Pat with the loan. BBC One has confirmed the role will be reprised by original actress Charlie Brooks, who was raised in Barmouth, in a dramatic comeback. However, Pat has since died from pancreatic cancer, so he goes to the Butchers' house to pay his respects. [89] Lola made her first appearance on 12 July 2011.[90]. Dot goes to her actual home and Rose admits she did not want Dot to think bad of her. Faith was sent to Nigeria by her grandmother Grace Olubunmi (Ellen Thomas) "to get back on the straight and narrow, but she is back and worse than ever! Gray was sentenced to 42 months for child cruelty and perverting the course of justice. Lola Pearce (Danielle Harold), the granddaughter of Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) and Julie Perkins (Cathy Murphy), was announced in June along with Norman Simmonds (George Layton), Lydia's son. [99] Rose and Dot have been estranged for most of their lives, since Rose had an affair with Dot's first husband, Charlie Cotton. Shameem is a witty and confident woman who is willing to drink in moderation despite her religion however she is also shown to be haughty and arrogant with a vicious tongue. In today's General Hospital recap, Nina is determined to save Willow's life in spite of her reaction to the news that Nina is her mother, and Spencer hires Diane to try and get custody of Esme and Nikolas' unborn child.. As the truth sinks in, Willow finds herself struggling to believe the . She stays with Grace and attends a party where she kisses several men. [64] Jimmie later tells Phil that his son Ben's (Joshua Pascoe) murder charge has been dropped and he will be tried for manslaughter, and that Ben has agreed to a visit from Phil. [3] Both Jodie and Poppy left the series on 14 November 2011, but the possibility was left open for Poppy to return in the future. As she meets her grandparents for the first time, Lola quickly forms a bond with them as she has been deserted by everyone else in her life. Her daughter was beaten to death by her father Ben Butler at the family home in Suttton, south London, in 2013. The writers decided it would be good for her to come face to face with Rob again once she's strong enough to do so. [79] Discipline heard about the part in November 2010 from his agent, so decided to audition and returned two weeks later for a workshop. Andrew is released from custody. Fatboy tells Ashley that he is in love with Mercy but she has a boyfriend, so to help Fatboy, he reports Mercy to the border agency for having an expired visa, which Fatboy told him about. [106] In March 2012, Grover said that Andrew will be staying with EastEnders, despite Heather's departure. However, the next day Norman tells Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) that he regularly earns commission for organising loans for people. When Marta returns a week later, Dot says she does not need any help and makes Marta look after her husband, Jim Branning (John Bardon), but Marta protests that that is not her job. Please note that past minor characters, such as Reg Cox and Captain Matthew Cox, aren't included here. [126] Despite Kat and Mark flirting, it is unknown whether she will succumb to his charms. In June 2016, Butler was convicted of murder and will serve a minimum 23 years in jail. Dustin Cushman. However, he is eventually released without charge. In November 2011, executive producer Bryan Kirkwood told Inside Soap that Andrew would be returning to EastEnders to woo Heather. I've not had a tin of baked beans chucked at me in Asda by some nice old lady. When he finds him, they fight and fall over the edge of the pier. Andrew drives them there but reveals his last name is Cotton, and Rose is forced to admit that Andrew's father is Dot's first husband Charlie Cotton (Christopher Hancock), who had a bigamous marriage with Rose. Ava then tells Faith that she was raped by their keyworker, Richard. It was my first job out of drama school, as I only finished a few weeks before. When Pat discovers that her son, Simon Wicks (Nick Berry), who lives in New Zealand, is going to lose his home, she fails to get a loan because of her age. EastEnders (TV Series 1985-2023) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. He first appears when he is seen sitting at the bar of The Queen Victoria public house and Jane asks him to join her pub quiz team. [33] The part was cast to Mace, who filmed five episodes. Kirkwood said, "We all love Cora hereactress Ann Mitchell could be one of the Walford greats. Heather initially rejects him, but then they share a kiss. Andrew and Rose trade insults at the table and he and Heather decide to leave. Norman goes to Pat Evans' (Pam St Clement) house and they recognise each other, and he mentions that he is widowed again, having been married five times. EastEnders bosses Kate Oates and Jon Sen have confirmed the news that fans have been waiting for - the downfall of villain Gray Atkins is imminent. Given that Janine used to be a prostitute, it makes sense that she's part of Whitney's journey. Gray The soap did make a start on this by exploring her past. Mark tries to flirt with Kat but she tells him she is married. 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