Jack skyrocketed to heartthrob fame after he became a soap poster-boy at 17 when he joined EastEnders in 1998. They have two children. Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. Pat is greatly missed. She was previously married to Terry Duggan and Dick Smart. Duration : 2001-2004. Nerdy video shop owner Nigel (Paul Bradley) was Grant Mitchells best mate and conscience. They have one child. He is particularly well-known for his roles in Don't Look Up . Former EastEnders actor Joe Swash has been in a relationship with Stacey . Actors and Actresses Turned Singers/Musicians (or vice versa). Sam Strike was born on January 18, 1994 in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, UK. Theres only room for one dog on this list and its the one that famously bit Ian Beale on the backside. Yesterday actor Himesh Patel may now be better known as a genuine film star, but his TV breakout role was in EastEnders as the ever-anxious Tamwar Masood. He has been married to Jennifer Woodburne since 1996. Starting off as a teenage troublemaker who caused grief for Frank and Peggy, Janine became a manipulative cow who would trample over anyone to get her own way. Over 1,000 has already been raised for Cypus' treatment. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) and Noughts + Crosses (2020). Kellie Bright was born on July 1, 1976 in Brentwood, Essex, England, UK. (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. Portrayed Johnny Carter. At the age of four she decided after a trip to the theatre that she'd like to become an actress. (IH). Portrayed Bianca Branning/Jackson/Butcher. Teen tearaway son of Arthur and Pauline, Martin (James Bye, previously James Alexandrou) has since married Sonia, then Stacey, turned to crime and faked his death. Amanda Holden Amanda Holden appeared in EastEnders in 1994 (pic: MCPIX/REX/Shutterstock) She might be on our screens now as part of the Britain's Got Talent judging panel, but did you know Amanda started her career in TV on EastEnders? They have three children. Most notable for being the answer to the Who shot Phil? whodunnit which had 22 million viewers gripped in 2001. The affair resulted in Sharon having her second child, at the age of 50 - so theres lots more drama to come. Gavin Richards was born in September 1946 in London, England, UK. They have two children. Oh, the indignity of it all. She is an actress and producer, known for Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011), Big Zapper (1973) and Jekyll (2007). They have two children. As an adult shes made some terrible choices, but Sharon is also a born survivor whos much stronger than people realise. Main article: List of past EastEnders characters Only families who have more than one character currently appearing in the show are included. 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 . Duration : 19852000, 2015-. In 2008, she landed the regular role of Tiffany Dean in the UK soap opera EastEnders. I'm beginning to think there's something wrong with me! Playing step mum to Franks kids gave her a chance to start again, but heartbreak was always just around the corner. In 2006, she secured a role in The Other Boleyn Girl. in the musical based on the life of Lionel Bart. But the one man she desperately needed to pay her some attention just wasnt that interested. Saeed and Naima Jeffery On February 19, 1985, EastEnders aired its first ever episode and in it appeared the Soap's first ever Asian characters. Lee Ross was born in 1971 in Luton, Bedfordshire, England, UK. One of the most complex creations to ever hit the Square, Kat is a combustible combination of vulnerability, strength, warmth and attitude. Portrays Kim Fox/Fox-Hubbard. He has been married to Anna Wilson-Jones since February 2004. Duration : 1994. Flame-haired, fiery-tempered market stall holder played by Patsy Palmer. Sheila went to Dartford Grammar School, and then with a grant she went to RADA. Part of HuffPost Entertainment. Coming in at the top is Adam Woodyatt, who plays one of EastEnders' original characters Ian Beale. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who (2005) and Love & Marriage (2013). (SW). 2. Portrayed Carol Branning/Jackson. June Whitfield had a long and successful career that has included musical theatre, films and numerous radio and television performances. Ashley McGuire is known for This Is Going to Hurt (2022), This Country (2017) and It's a Sin (2021). He has been married to Rosalind Halstead since 2014. She is an actress and writer, known for Quills (2000), Vera (2011) and EastEnders (1985). He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Two Days in the Smoke (2014) and Burnside (2000). She was previously married to Paul Antony-Barber. Will Mellor was born on April 3, 1976 in Stockport, Cheshire, England, UK. They have two children. 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 Michael Moon. Anything less and his face turns red and his voice gets even growlier. Ross Kemp? Duration : 2000-2002. Portrayed Manda Best. Actor | EastEnders Larry Lamb was born on October 1, 1947 in Edmonton, London, England, UK. Duration : 2017-2018. Sharon Duncan-Brewster was born on February 8, 1976 in London, England, UK. Grant (Ross Kemp) and Phil were the self styled Kray twins of Albert Square, ruling Walford with just a hint of violence. The original Janine Butcher (1989-1993) 3. Most famous for her supporting role as Daisy, the sister of Patricia Routledge's Hyacinth Bucket in the hugely popular BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances (1990), Judy Cornwell's grandmother was the music hall singer Sarah Bonner. Nigel Harman was born on August 11, 1973 in Purley, Surrey, England, UK. Duration: 1996-2002. Portrayed Jane Clarke/Collins/Beale. Portrayed Yvonne Cotton. As we gear up for an explosive trip through Albert Squares past, over the next three days we count down the top 100 Enders characters of all time. But will you agree? Eastenders: Top 100 Characters with Most Doof Doofs Quiz - By Natasha97. Showed his softer side when caring for his autistic son, Ollie. Portrayed Jim Branning. A true national treasure. Lily Harvey was born in 2001 in Kent, England. She has been married to Annette Yeo since July 20, 2015. They have two children. Luckless Garry (Ricky Groves) was one of lifes chancers, but he did get his happy ever after with the gorgeous Dawn Swann. She was particularly close to her maternal parents, whom she affectionately called "Farvey" and "Nor." 10. 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 . Portrayed Daniel Cook. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. Portrayed Zainab Masood/Khan. A top soap actor and singer will take to the stage for a two-night musical extravaganza later this month. After moving to Portugal, Grant made a brief return for mum Peggys funeral in 2016. For some, it was the Den and Angie-days; for others, it was the Golden Epoch of Janine and Barry, the latter of whom probably ranks as one of the soap's most memorable characters. Zaraah Abrahams was born on January 7, 1987 in Lambeth, London, England, UK. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time (1993) and Kevin & Perry Go Large (2000). She is an actress, known for Point Break (2015), Blake's 7 (1978) and Dempsey and Makepeace (1985). Image via Getty. He is an actor and composer, known for 'Allo 'Allo! Duration : 20132022. Her take no prisoners approach mellowed over the years, and Pat really came into her own when she married Frank and took over The Vic. Francis Magee was raised in Ireland and on the Isle of Man. Keke Palmer. Many . He has been married to Jenny Platt since May 11, 2013. Peggy (Barbara Windsor) was one of the Big Three Walford matriarchs alongside her longtime frenemy Pat Evans and Pauline Fowler. She is an actress, known for Fish Tank (2009), I Was 3 (2017) and Ginger (2016). Dame Julie Walters sparks health concerns as legendary actress pulls out of new drama Truelove - five years after bowel cancer diagnosis Gal Gadot flashes her bra in a lace dress while newly-single. Who can forget Roy (Tony Caunter) stopping traffic to forgive wife Pat for her fling with Frank? Her leopard print wearing, all night partying, sarcastic good time girl persona masked a very dark secret though. Duration : 2013-2014. Martin appears in most GEICO commercials where he encourages those watching to buy GEICO insurance to assist with their problems. Actress | Portrayed Joyce Murray. John Bardon was born on August 25, 1939 in Brentford, Middlesex, England, UK. EastEnders to return with 20 minute episodes and socially distanced scenes, Mirror soaps newsletter - latest on upcoming storylines, big returns and surprise exits, 'They have a LOT in common' Helen Skelton grows close to Strictly pro Vito Coppola after bonding on tour bus - almost one year after rugby star husband left mum-of-three, Interactive map shows exactly where snow could fall in UK as mercury nosedives to -7C, Doctor tells Harry he believes Prince has Attention Deficit Disorder in live Q&A, Kate Garraway shares Derek's final words as he believed he was about to die, Spencer Matthews 'furious' after Disney delays Everest doc as it shows dead bodies, 'I DIDN'T BREAK THE LAW' Matt Hancock tells lawyers he wants immunity on care home deaths during Covid pandemic, Matt Hancock plotted to use new Covid variant to 'frighten the pants off everyone' in leaked WhatsApp, Loose Women star Linda Robson's 'marriage crisis' after hitting 'rough patch', Cyclist pavement killer risks losing home as neighbours break silence, Mrs Brown's Boys to return with four-part miniseries as filming begins soon, Kelsey Parker taking kids to see pop star husband Tom honoured on Dancing on Ice, 7 Harry Q&A bombshells - from marijuana 'really helping him' to Afghanistan war claim, Subscribe to Daily Mirror and Sunday Mirror newspapers. Tell us what you think about this feature. (IH). 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. Oh, I say! One of British TVs most recognisable characters, chain smoking laundrette queen Dot started out as a prejudiced hypochondriac who would quote Bible passages as you collected your service wash. Not one to pry, she was also a shameless gossip. Market stall stalwart Winston (Ulric Browne) has been a faithful extra since the start. Pats son Wicksy (Nick Berry) was the soaps first male pin-up, having a fling with Cindy and feud with her hubby Ian. She started her acting career at a very young age. Alison was born in January 1968. Duration : 20112015, 2017-2018.Portrayed Jane Williams. Portrayed Kirsty Branning. He is an actor, known for Born and Bred (2002), Crime Traveller (1997) and EastEnders (1985). He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time (1993) and EastEnders: E20 (2010). Duration : 20102011, 2016-2017. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985) and EastEnders: Christmas Party (2003). Samuel L. Jackson. 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. Nerdy assistant market inspector and wouldbe stand-up comedian played by Himesh Patel. Then she married criminal Steve, had a fling with Phil and was kidnapped by ex-lover Dan Sullivan.