Portrayed Dr. Oliver Cousins. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Cockney market trader Pete (Peter Dean) was a charmer in a sheepskin coat. She is an actress, known for Sex Education (2019), Four Weddings and a Funeral (2019) and Page Eight (2011). He spent eight years as a fisherman before becoming an actor and has also been a member of several music groups including Namoza - who released four singles and an album - and Disco D'Oro. Walfords original hardman, no one has seen Phil (Steve McFadden) crack a smile in his 30 years on the Square. Max Bowden is the latest. He was impaled on a pole after a car crash on New Years Eve 2007. Gorillas in the Mist: The Story of Dian Fossey. She was an actress, known for 1984 (1984), Three Seven Eleven (1993) and EastEnders (1985). She began acting at school and continued it at University. Danny Dyer said he packed a bag after wrapping his final episode on EastEnders and took an acting job in Australia as part of his "grieving process" in leaving the soap after almost a decade . A big drinker who liked a flutter, Jim (John Bardon) was a racist who married Dot and ended up in care, dying of a heart attack off screen in 2015. Janine Butcher Charlie Brooks. 1. She was previously married to Terry Duggan and Dick Smart. Tell us what you think: yourvoice@mirror.co.uk. Actress | Most famous for her catchphrase Get outta my pub! and her (mainly futile) attempts to keep her sons Phil and Grant on the straight and narrow. Portrayed Peter Beale. Handsome Sanjay (Deepak Verma) was a market trader with an eye for the ladies and a huge gambling problem. Find the US States - No Outlines Minefield. A one-year Walford whirlwind played by Footballers Wives actress Zoe Lucker. Actors and Actresses Turned Singers/Musicians (or vice versa). In 2004, she played lead role Amanda in the short film Between Us and in 2005 took on another lead role in a Lorna Fitzgerald was born in March 1996 in Northampton. Angies doomed marriage to Den powered Enders to huge heights in the early days, and her alcoholism was truly painful to watch. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. Her commitment to blue eye shadow, leopard print, massive earrings and cigarettes was constant and her clashes with Peggy were legendary. Pat Butcher dreams of a White Christmas - EastEnders - BBC. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Emmerdale Farm (1972) and Extraordinary (2023). She was killed in a car crash in 2006, but came back from the dead in 2015 admitting shed faked it. Johnny ended his reign in 2005 by throwing him off a motorway bridge. Adam Best Played by David Proud Afia Masood Played by Meryl Fernandes AJ (Amjad Jahangir) Ahmed Played by Phaldut Sharma Al Jenkins. Naturally, she schemed her way out of it and was last seen heading for Paris in 2014. Duration : 2018-2019.Portrayed Carol. Portrayed Carol Branning/Jackson. He is an actor and producer, known for EastEnders (1985), Superman (1978) and Superman III (1983). She was previously married to William Marlowe. He hadnt mellowed and he snarled his way around the Square, making an enemy of Phil and ruining the lives of Sam, Chrissie and Zoe only to end up clobbered with a doorstop and buried under The Vic. Her breast cancer diagnosis showed that she wasnt invincible, and her marriage to Frank brought more grief. Duration: 1996-2002. Patricks wayward stepson (Gary Beadle) had a key role in the storyline which led to his secret lover Janine killing poor Barry Evans on their wedding day. Duration : 19851993, 19972020. With EastEnders heading for a hiatus thanks to lockdown, theres good news for loyal fans. He is an actor and producer, known for Highlander (1986), Zoe and the Astronaut (2018) and The Sisters Brothers (2018). She went on to get tangled up with both Phil and Grant for years, while also going toe to toe with Peggy and living to tell the tale. Portrayed Kirsty Branning. He has been married to Anna Wilson-Jones since February 2004. Standing out as the loudest of the Slater sisters no mean feat she instantly made an impression. He has been married to Jennifer Woodburne since 1996. They have three children. She also starred as Maxie Purvis in Bad Girls, a British drama about a women's prison in 2001. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Duration : 19852006. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), The Omid Djalili Show (2007) and Blandings (2013). Portrayed Vanessa Gold. She went to Trinity College at Dublin University, where she studied the History of Art, and English Literature. Her big break came after a casting director saw her in Anthony Neilson's hit The Censor at The Royal Court, and invited her to audition for Butterfly Collectors to play opposite Pete Postlethwaite. EastEnders actor Danny Dyer lives with his wife Joanne Mas and . Portrayed Ameena Badawi. During her 16 years in Walford, Stacey (Lacey Turner) has perhaps endured more misery and trauma than any other character in the soaps history. Keke Palmer. 9. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), Calendar Girls (2003) and Tamwar Tales: The Life of an Assistant Market Inspector (2013). He was previously married to Lisa Faulkner. Weve counted down 100 to 36 and today we reveal our top 25 Walford residents - the legendary faces who have brought us the most iconic doof doofs. The biggest villain of them all, Dirty Den (Leslie Grantham) was a swindling love rat who had a stormy marriage to first wife Angie. Although she was fiery, she also had a vulnerable side and would hold her head high while crying on the inside. 4. Peggy: [to Phil and Grant after they harrass David about seeing Sam] If your brains were dynamite you wouldn't have enough to blow your hats off! Portrays Shirley Carter/Wicks. The married dad of two went on to play a cop in TV's Heartbeat and now runs a production company. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985) and EastEnders: Christmas Party (2003). They have three children. They have one child. Duration : 2014-2017. Jesse Birdsall was born on February 13, 1963 in Highbury, London, England, UK. Portrayed Paul Trueman. Portrayed Chrissie Watts. From its inception in 1985, EastEnders has provided some of the most iconic characters to grace British television. She was previously married to Don Henderson and Keith Edmundson. Which EastEnders star has had the most successful post-show career? Shane Richie was born on March 11, 1964 in Harlesden, London, England, UK. She is an actress and writer, known for Mum (2016), Broadchurch (2013) and Chewing Gum (2015). She died on February 22, 2022 in Ilford, Greater London, England, UK. He has been married to Lucy Liemann since 2011. Duration : 2014-2018. Portrays Chelsea Fox/Atkins. Ciaran Griffiths was born on March 3, 1983 in Manchester, England, UK. The following is a list of characters who currently appear in the programme, listed in order of first appearance. Luisa Bradshaw-White Tina Carter 144 Episodes 2022 Shona McGarty Whitney Dean 144 Episodes 2022 Jamie Borthwick Jay Brown 144 Episodes 2022 Perry Fenwick Billy Mitchell 144 Episodes 2022 Natalie. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Portrayed Grant Mitchell. Her brother Bobby killed her with a jewellery box in a 2014 whodunit saga. Portrays Kathy Hills/Beale/Mitchell/Sullivan. Alison was born in January 1968. I'm beginning to think there's something wrong with me! Queen of the withering put-down, stubborn Lou (Anna Wing) always spoke her mind. Pats son Wicksy (Nick Berry) was the soaps first male pin-up, having a fling with Cindy and feud with her hubby Ian. Portrayed Mehmet Osman. After moving to Portugal, Grant made a brief return for mum Peggys funeral in 2016. Portrayed Hayley Slater. She has been married to Peter Guinness since September 1996. Duration : 20062013, 2015, 2017-2018. Jonny (sometimes credited as Johnny) Lee Miller was born on November 15, 1972, in Kingston, England, UK. His most notable role to date is that of Peter Beale in the popular soap opera EastEnders, taking over the role from James Martin. Flame-haired, fiery-tempered market stall holder played by Patsy Palmer. Portrayed Aidan Maguire. She is an actress, known for This Life (1996), Holby City (1999) and EastEnders (1985). Portrayed Masood Ahmed. They have two children. Whilst he was there he met Rik Mayall, and the pair began performing as 20th Century Coyote. Duration : 2008-2014, 2016, 2018-2022. Steve McFadden was born on March 20, 1959 in Maida Vale, London, England, UK. Masood (Nitin Ganatra) torpedoed his marriage to Zainab and had flings with Jane, Carol, Carmel, Belinda and Kathy. Portrayed Rainie Cross/Branning/Highway. Jill Halfpenny was born on 15th July, 1975, in Newcastle, to Maureen and Colin Halfpenny. She is an actress, known for Life of Brian (1979), The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash (1978) and A Bit of a Do (1989). She is an actress and producer, known for Suffragette (2015), EastEnders (1985) and Legend (2015). He was previously married to Beverley Sharp. Duration : 2000. [33] Sorry Roly, Ethels Willy, Genghis and Lady Di. 2-min read. The troubled elder daughter of Max and Tanya. He is best known for playing Lucifer Morningstar in the American television series Lucifer (2016-2021).Ellis was born in Cardiff. She is married to Mark Piper. (IH). Since 2006, formidable Denise (Diane Parish) has survived everything from a bus crash and poverty, to giving up a child for adoption and endless doomed relationships. 2. Memorable moments included Michelle (Susan Tully) having a secret baby with Den Watts at 16, witnessing Dens assasination, inadvertently exposing Sharons affair with Phil, and having a secret baby with Grant. Ben Freeman was born on April 8, 1980. Then she left Walford for good in a cab. Tragedy struck when she got trapped under a ride during the Great Fairground Disaster of 2004. Steve McFadden has given his character a truly brooding presence over the last 25 years and between him, his brother Grant, sister Sam, and mother Peggy, Phil has been part of one . She is an actress, known for Beautiful Thing (1996), EastEnders (1985) and Bad Girls (1999). Todd Carty was born on the 31st August 1963. Ann Mitchell was born on April 22, 1939 in Stepney, London, England, UK. Duration : 2009. Portrayed Tiffany Raymond/Mitchell. The most popular character of the original cast was pub landlord Den Watts whose womanising, scheming and general bad boy behaviour made him a television legend and the most iconic soap star in british tv history. Fruit bowl enthusiast Pauline (Wendy Richard) endured a fairly miserable onscreen existence for 21 years, punctuated only by moments of light relief in the laundrette with Dot. Samantha Womack was born on November 2, 1972 in Brighton, East Sussex, England, UK. Buckingham Palace may be one of the most famous buildings in the world with the biggest private garden in London and a . All hoop earrings and trawled-on makeup, the drama queen and Zoes muvva has been played by Jessie Wallace since 2000. Nigel: [comforting] No, don't be silly. Video Loading. Portrayed Terry Raymond. Lisa (Lucy Benjamin) has been in and out of Walford since 1998. Portrayed Bev Slater. He has been married to Christie Goddard since July 21, 2007. She spent her childhood in Bethnal Green, London with her whole family close by. The soaps only ever-present character. Phil Mitchells nemesis Steve (Spandau Ballets Martin Kemp) had a spectacular Walford exit. Obsessed with money, the Black Widow bumped off several husbands to get her hands on their cash. Ricky Groves was born on April 23, 1968 in London, England, UK. Copper and ladies man Jack (Scott Maslen) has been hailed one of the Squares hottest properties since 2007. Dirty Dens princess, is our all-time Queen of Walford. Zaraah Abrahams was born on January 7, 1987 in Lambeth, London, England, UK. Original production designer, Keith Harris, left the show, and Holland and Smith both decided that the time had come to move on too; their final contribution coinciding with the exit of one of EastEnders' most successful characters, Den Watts ( Leslie Grantham ). Her commitment to blue eye shadow, leopard print, massive earrings and cigarettes was constant and her clashes with Peggy were legendary. They have two children. Daniela Denby-Ashe was born on August 9, 1978 in London, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Only Fools and Horses (1981), The Green Green Grass (2005) and Dear John (1986). He ended up in prison after raping Kathy. And recently, he starred in two Netflix movies, Leyla Everlasting and Stuck Apart. [House explodes on the square] Lorraine: [tearful] Everything in my life gets ruined, Nigel. Duration : 20102011, 2016-2017. Lily Harvey was born in 2001 in Kent, England. Jake Wood is a popular British actor known for his roles in EastEnders and the Illusionist. 4. Something went wrong, please try again later. Here's a look at some of the Street's most successful stars. An unlikely jailbird after stealing money to pay for Michelles wedding, he had a mental breakdown and died of a brain haemorrhage in 1996. Dr Legg was given a special and well-deserved onscreen send-off last year. Ian is the most-married character in EastEnders history, with six marriages to five women, and has been embroiled in a number of scandalous storylines making him a character fans love to hate. He has been married to Jo McInnes since 1999. He was 95. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) and Noughts + Crosses (2020). Portrayed Trevor Morgan. Duration : 19942010, 2013-2016. Demanding matriarch Zainab (Nina Wadia) had a rocky marriage to Masood. She is an actress, known for Point Break (2015), Blake's 7 (1978) and Dempsey and Makepeace (1985). Portrayed Kate Morton/Mitchell. Duration : 19931997, 1999, 20102015. They have one child. BARBARA WINDSOR Beloved Barbara Windsor was an EastEnders icon on the BBC soap. She was particularly close to her maternal parents, whom she affectionately called "Farvey" and "Nor." The latest on your favourite shows and stars delivered straight to your inbox. As Sharon purred Ello Peggy, bet you never thought youd see me again? her ex mother-in-laws snarl said it all. Jake Dylan Wood (born 12 July 1972) is a British actor, best known in his native United Kingdom for playing Max Branning in long-running BBC soap opera EastEnders and in the United States as the voice of the GEICO gecko. Actress | In 2003, at the age of 9, she secured her first acting role, playing young Cosette in Les Miserables at the Palace Theatre, London. Market stall stalwart Winston (Ulric Browne) has been a faithful extra since the start. You may also recognise Kerry from two stints on Casualty playing 'Sporty Spice' in 2001 and Judith . Duration : 2013-2014. Mike Reid was born on January 19, 1940 in Hackney, London, England, UK. He was famous for his natty shirts and ties. Duration : 2015-2016. The episode saw. 4. He was previously married to Shirley Collins and Sheila A Axe. She has been married to Mark Womack since May 17, 2009. Portrayed Joyce Murray. She is an actress, known for Gorillas in the Mist (1988), Friday on My Mind (1992) and EastEnders (1985). Duration : 2003-2005. He has been married to Hannah Waterman since September 2, 2006. Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, Tamwar Tales: The Life of an Assistant Market Inspector, Gorillas in the Mist: The Story of Dian Fossey, Trial & Retribution: Trial & Retribution IV - Part One, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. Portrayed DI Samantha Keeble/DCI Samantha Keeble. Duration : 2013-2015. Actress | He has been married to Joyce T. Walsh since June 1995. Chris Coghill was born in 1974 in Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, UK. Duration : 2013-2020. Duration : 2008, 2014-2016, 2022-2023. Portrayed Pauline Fowler. Janines long running feud with her step mum Pat was glorious, but her finest moment came when she pushed Barry off a cliff and later mournfully wailed: If only hed worn slip-on shoes!. Ben Hardy played Peter Beale in EastEnders (Image: John Sciulli/Getty Images) Ben Hardy played Peter Beale between 2013 and 2015 and the actor has come a long way since flogging fruit and veg on the market stall. Portrayed Frank Butcher. But he did it with such charm and swagger that. Portrayed Natalie Price/Evans. With EastEnders running classic episodes while the soap goes on a short hiatus, including Sharongate and Den serving Angie divorce papers, its time for a nostalgic look back at the best 100 characters of all time. From baby swap drama to her split with Alfie, a lottery win, affairs and a murderous son, Kat has seen it all. Portrayed Lucas Johnson. He is an actor, known for Centurion (2010), Press Gang (1989) and Containment (2015). Her father commited suicide due to depression when she was 11. She was previously married to Paul Antony-Barber. Before her role on the show, she starred as Ellie Alves in You, but her breakthrough role came in portraying Harley Diaz in Stuck in the Middle. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), EastEnders: E20 (2010) and Poirot (1989). Duration : 20082009. Robert Kazinsky was born Robert John Appleby in Haywards Heath, Sussex, England, to Phyllis and Paul Appleby, and grew up in the seaside town of Brighton, on England's southern coast. He is an actor and writer, known for In the Heart of the Sea (2015), Silent Witness (1996) and The Interceptor (2015). Duration : 2004. Ross Kemp was born on July 21, 1964 in Barking, Essex, England. The affair resulted in Sharon having her second child, at the age of 50 - so theres lots more drama to come. Duration : 19872000, 2002, 2005. Actually, based on science, Samuel L. Jackson is the most popular actor of all time, ever. Actor | EastEnders Larry Lamb was born on October 1, 1947 in Edmonton, London, England, UK. Graphic designer Colin (Michael Cashman) was Walfords first gay resident, arriving in 1986. ARTHUR FOWLER Duration : 2008-2009. But like a bad penny, Den was resurrected over a decade later for one last stint. Duration : 2012-2014. Franks affair with Pat was revealed in glorious style to a packed Queen Vic by Peggy on Bonfire Night 2000, followed by a slap for each guilty party. Brian Capron was born on February 11, 1947 in Eye, Suffolk, England, UK. Portrayed Richard Cole. She is an actress and writer, known for EastEnders (1985), Bend It Like Beckham (2002) and Aladdin (2019). Image via Getty. Her television work includes A Very British Scandal, The Girl Before, The Outlaws, and Gangs of London. Died alone and in the snow on Christmas Day 2006. Adam Woodyatt was born on June 28, 1968 in Walthamstow, London, England, UK. (SW), Former beauty queen and prostitute whose character was as bold and attention-grabbing as her ear rings. Born to a roofer and a psychiatric nurse, Paul was born on April 12, 1979, joining his sister, Kelly who was born in 1978. She had the morals of an alley cat and the cunning of a rattlesnake, clawing her way back whenever she ended up in the gutter. The baby-faced killer in the electric guitar PJs shocked the world in 2015 when he admitted to offing his big sister Lucy, because she made everyone unhappy., Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! Luckless Garry (Ricky Groves) was one of lifes chancers, but he did get his happy ever after with the gorgeous Dawn Swann. (Or at least thats what it says on the Vics toilet walls). Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. But she landed in prison and later fled Walford in 2006 after accusations of hurting her son. Portrayed Michael Moon. Portrayed Babe Smith. (SW), Some viewers thought it was crazy to cast Shane Richie in a serious drama but, thanks to Alfies enduring double act with Kat (Jessie Wallace), the former game show host proved them all wrong. 2. Don Gilet was born in 1967 in Walsall, West Midlands, England, UK. As Sharon purred Ello Peggy, bet you never thought youd see me again? her ex mother-in-laws snarl said it all. The former drug addict and ex-con preacher (Don Gilet) had an eventful two years in Walford, killing at least three people and one dog. One of the original cast members, Lofty (Tom Watt) left Walford in 1988 after being cruelly betrayed by Michelle Fowler. The actor's most famous EastEnders scene was when he was killed off on. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who (2005) and Clocking Off (2000). A regular nominee for soap bitch and/or villain of the year awards. He has been married to Samantha Gilbert since August 12, 2016. Footage of an enraged Vanessa destroying her living room - curtains first - remains a popular internet meme. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. (BBC) Danny Dyer has revealed he spent 140,000 on a family holiday after leaving EastEnders at Christmas. Wheeler dealer Kevin (Phil Daniels) was Pats nephew who married Shirley. Lily appeared in four episodes of the show at the beginning of 2011, however, the producers asked her to return to the show full-time from August 2011.Lily is Maisie Smith was born in Essex. He died on July 29, 2007 in Marbella, Spain. Portrays Jean Slater/Walters. When: 31 January 2008 When the actor who played Dot's second husband, John Bardon, suffered a stroke in real life, EastEnders used the same illness to write off Jim Cotton, the character he'd . Albert Square has been home to a whole host of colourful characters, from murderous villains to serial love rats and everything in between. Glynis Barber Actress | Point Break Who can forget Roy (Tony Caunter) stopping traffic to forgive wife Pat for her fling with Frank? June Whitfield had a long and successful career that has included musical theatre, films and numerous radio and television performances. They have two children. Equipped with a crooked, leering smirk and devilish gleam in his eye, the homely, yet beautifully expressive mug of actor Ron Moody will be most assuredly remembered for one signature role, despite the fact that the talented comedian had much, much more to offer. He died in hospital on Christmas Day 2002 after being hit by a car. He went to Manchester University to study drama. Hes had feuds with plenty of pretenders to his throne, but for now Phil remains king of the castle. Born Margaret Baker in Plymouth, Devon, in 1946, Maggie Steed studied drama with the Old Vic Theatre School in Bristol, graduating in the late 1960s. Duration : 20002005, 20102016, 2018-. By Adam Beresford 15 Dec 2018 Getty Images What's life after Albert Square like for. Loving mum and beautician Tanya (Jo Joyner) had a destructive on-off marriage to bad boy Max. As well as being the most beautiful woman ever to set foot in Walford, Dawn (Kara Tointon) had some major storylines before sailing off into the sunset with Garry Hobbs. She was previously married to Victor Taylor. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Actor Rowan Atkinson drives hard bargain as supercar fetches huge . She was an actress, known for Holiday on the Buses (1973), The Rag Trade (1975) and On the Buses (1971). His marriage to Kathy hit the rocks and he was brown bread in 1993 after a car crash rigged by gangsters. He is an actor and producer, known for EastEnders (1985), Superman (1978) and Superman III (1983). Duration : 20092010. Over 1,000 has already been raised for Cypus' treatment. She is an actress, known for Shakespeare in Love (1998), The Bill (1984) and EastEnders (1985). The longest running character Ian Beale (1985-). Former EastEnders actor Davood Ghadami has revealed which of his Walford co-stars he's still in touch with.. Davood played Kush Kazemi on the BBC soap for seven years, until the character was killed by villain Gray Atkins in 2021.. Portrayed Sarah Hills. Here's a list of some familiar faces you may have forgotten were in EastEnders. They have three children. The original Janine Butcher (1989-1993) 3. Sick and twisted Archie (Larry Lamb) terrorised Peggy and Ronnie, but finally met his match in the bust of Queen Victoria, which struck a fatal blow - aided by Stacey - on Christmas Day 2009. Portrayed Shabnam Masood/Kazemi. Walford GP and longtime pal of Dot Branning, played by Leonard Fenton. 1. Portrayed Suzy Branning. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who (2005) and Love & Marriage (2013). . Adele Silva. Countries of the World. Born Julie Anne Harris, the youngest child of Albert and Pat Harris, Patsy Palmer was born for stardom. Lucy Speed was born on August 31, 1976 in Croydon, Surrey, England, UK. Tell us what you think about this feature. Year: 1995 12. Signup for our newsletter to get notified about our next ride. Ooh I say! Duration : 20022005,20102016,2018-2019,2022-. The record-breaking episode cemented Dens status as a soap legend, but hed already been instrumental in the popularity of the BBCs still young soap. EastEnders star Michelle Collins is set to deliver a petition to Downing Street asking for all primary school children to receive free school meals.. The future of the Vic is up in the air (Picture: BBC/Getty) Danny Dyer's departure from EastEnders inevitably brought to an end a very significant era for the popular soap.. Duration : 20072013.Portrayed Nurse. Portrays Karen Taylor. Single mum Kim (Tameka Empson) is big hearted with a big mouth to match, but brings much-needed comic relief. Not only was the teenager's death as shocking as it was . Mechanic Minty (Cliff Parisi) was a big softy, unlucky in love and life, who had a laddish double-act bromance with Garry. He was previously married to Linda Martin and Anita Wisbey. Her mother is an art teacher and painter, and her father is a car parts salesman. Montage of classic Eastenders characters from iconic soap. Duration : 2008. Duration: 2020-. Enjoyed a memorable love triangle involving Bianca and her mum Carol, before being wrongfully tried for shooting Phil Mitchell. Pete Doherty - Margate Libertines rocker Pete Doherty has been a resident in Thanet for sometime now. Kellie Bright was born on July 1, 1976 in Brentwood, Essex, England, UK. At the age of four she decided after a trip to the theatre that she'd like to become an actress. Duration : 1996, 19992011. Linda recently developed a drink problem following a spate of personal traumas and marital issues with Mick. Duration : 2014-2015. Who is your favourite long-running EastEnders character? She enjoyed a long career in the theatre, television and the cinema. She has been married to Stavros Valiris since July 1992. She is an actress and writer, known for Friday Night Dinner (2011), Toast of London (2012) and Doctor Who (2005). He is an actor and producer, known for Joyeux Noel (2005), The Batman (2022) and EastEnders (1985). Duration : 2001-2002. Portrayed Peggy Mitchell/Butcher. Selfish and scheming, she hired a hitman to kill Ian, ended up in prison for attempted murder and died in childbirth in 1998. Lisa Hammond was born on June 2, 1983 in Chichester, Sussex, England, UK. Sue Holderness was born on May 28, 1949 in Hampstead, London, England, UK. During the life of EastEnders, there have been a total of 147 deaths, ranging from natural causes to murder, disasters, accidents, and suicide. Fiercely protective of her family, she was often blinkered when it came to her sons. Smooth talker David (Michael French) was Pats womanising son. EastEnders icons including Angie Watts, Peggy Mitchell and Ian Beale have owned The Queen Vic, and here, Daily Star takes a look at where some of the owners are now TV By Sarah O'Hara Showbiz Feature Writer 11:03, 19 FEB 2023 Video Unavailable Peggy Mitchell's final visit to the Queen Vic Tell us in the comments here. Jack skyrocketed to heartthrob fame after he became a soap poster-boy at 17 when he joined EastEnders in 1998. Her daddy didnt love her enough, and everybodys paid the price ever since. He began his career at the age of four filming television commercials. Tamwar Masood was a character played by actor, musician, and singer Himesh Patel on the BBC soap opera EastEnders from 2007 to 2016. She has been married to Harry A Harris since July 2002. The actor - also known as Coronation Street's Sammy Patel - played the role of Guppy Sharma - a market trader who caused a whole lot of bother for Sanjay Kapoor (Deepak Verma) - from 1995-1996.. They have one child. But will you agree? Phil's one of the most iconic characters in the EastEnders cast 2022 (Credit: BBC) Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden. Karaoke-obsessed, George Michael superfan Hev (Cheryl Fergison) had faith in best mate Shirl and 80s hits. Portrayed Archie Mitchell. The eldest of the Slater sisters, Lynne (Elaine Lordan) spent four years in Walford. Viewers will get a sneak peek behind the shabby net curtains of the Square and hear revelations from cast members in EastEnders: Secrets From The Square. Peggy (Barbara Windsor) was one of the Big Three Walford matriarchs alongside her longtime frenemy Pat Evans and Pauline Fowler.