Vote for Your Favourite American Actors 1 Clint Eastwood (Among the World's Best Known and Most Successful Movie Stars) 101 40 Birthdate: May 31, 1930 Sun Sign: Gemini Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States The quintessential Western man in the Hollywood movies, Clint Eastwood is regarded as the cultural icon of masculinity. 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. Perpetual loser in life and love played superbly by Perry Fenwick since he arrived in Albert Square in 1998. Chris Coghill was born in 1974 in Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, UK. Angies doomed marriage to Den powered Enders to huge heights in the early days, and her alcoholism was truly painful to watch. Here's a look at some of the Street's most successful stars. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Emmerdale Farm (1972) and Extraordinary (2023). He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time (1993) and EastEnders: E20 (2010). Ian (Adam Woodyatt) has the resilience of a cockroach - and also, some would say, the charm. Ex-EastEnders actor Davood Ghadami on real-life friendships with co-stars Eastenders Stars Of The Past: Where Are They Now? Danny Dyer was born in the Custom House area of east London, England, on 24th July 1977. 2. Patrick Stewart Patrick was a fire officer in 1967 (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock) Sir Patrick Stewart appeared in one episode of. Masood (Nitin Ganatra) torpedoed his marriage to Zainab and had flings with Jane, Carol, Carmel, Belinda and Kathy. He was 95. Duration : 2008-2009. [House explodes on the square] Lorraine: [tearful] Everything in my life gets ruined, Nigel. Sheila went to Dartford Grammar School, and then with a grant she went to RADA. List of current characters | EastEnders Wiki | Fandom Saeed and Naima Jeffery were the first official owners of the 'First till Last' grocery store. Shabnam Mk II (Rakhee Thakrar) had had a series of gritty storylines between 2014-2016. She is an actress, known for Sex Education (2019), Four Weddings and a Funeral (2019) and Page Eight (2011). 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. Patrick Bergin has done more than 80 films and TV movies and is best known internationally for playing the menacing husband of Julia Roberts character in the thriller Sleeping With the Enemy, or for his role as an Irish terrorist alongside Harrison Ford in the film adaption of Patriot Games. 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. Franks daughter Janine, most notably played by Charlie Brooks, has seen off three husbands during her time on the show and finally ended up being charged with the murder of one of them, Michael Moon. Zaraah Abrahams was born on January 7, 1987 in Lambeth, London, England, UK. During a three year spell, Sean (Rob Kazinsky) had affairs with half the women in Walford and picked fights with most of the gangsters. Duration : 2018-2019. How to Get Cast on BBC Soap EastEnders | Backstage Katie Jarvis was born on June 22, 1991 in Dagenham, Essex, England, UK. Portrayed Tanya Cross/Branning/Jessop. A six-time Olivier Award nominee, she won the 1999 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for the London revival of Into the Woods. Born Julie Anne Harris, the youngest child of Albert and Pat Harris, Patsy Palmer was born for stardom. Ill put up with those earrings if I have to. Charming. She is an actress, known for North & South (2004), My Family (2000) and Waterloo Road (2006). Shirley Stelfox was born on April 11, 1941 in Dukinfield, Cheshire, England, UK. 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. Peggys niece Roxy (Rita Simons) had a string of bad relationships, feuds and a coke habit. Portrays Kathy Hills/Beale/Mitchell/Sullivan. Duration : 2019-2020. He is an actor, known for Coronation Street (1960), Robin Hood (2006) and Emmerdale Farm (1972). Meet the EastEnders cast's famous other halves - past and present He had an explosive relationship with Carol and his kids Bianca and Joe, and an affair with Cindy, before finally moving to America in 2014 after he and Carol split for good. She is an actress, known for Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987), The Blue Tower (2008) and Top of the Pops (1964). Following a dramatic car chase through the Square, he died at the wheel in a huge explosion. Where the biggest EastEnders' stars of the 1990s are now Born to a roofer and a psychiatric nurse, Paul was born on April 12, 1979, joining his sister, Kelly who was born in 1978. He died on July 29, 2007 in Marbella, Spain. Her father commited suicide due to depression when she was 11. He told BBC Radio 1 that being brave and . He was impaled on a pole after a car crash on New Years Eve 2007. Portrayed Carol Branning/Jackson. (IH). Former policeman Beppe (Michael Greco) was nicknamed the Hoarse Whisperer on account of his softly rasping voice. Portrayed Mick Carter. 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. Portrayed Mariam Ahmed. 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. 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. May Wright. (Or at least thats what it says on the Vics toilet walls). 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! Nigel: [comforting] No, don't be silly. From: Hampton Wick. Tell us what you think about this feature. Portrayed Terry Raymond. Martin appears in most GEICO commercials where he encourages those watching to buy GEICO insurance to assist with their problems. This, my sweet, is a letter from my solicitor telling you that your husband has filed a petition for divorce. Over 30 million jaws hit the floor on Christmas Day 1986 when Dirty Den Watts turned the tables on his trouble and strife, Ange. The EastEnders actress, famous for playing Dot Cotton, has backed a number of local campaigns, including one to save the Leas Pavilion. The Christmas Day 2007 reveal of his affair with Stacey while married to Tanya was one of the soaps best doof doofs. Main article: List of past EastEnders characters Only families who have more than one character currently appearing in the show are included. He once yelled Bloody pedestrians at Den. Duration : 2004-. Portrayed Barbara Owen. The bed-hopping criminal was stabbed by gangster Danny Moon. Following a sold out concert in 2020, An Evening from The West End is back at Dumfries . Portrayed Joyce Murray. Duration : 2000-2002. Copper and ladies man Jack (Scott Maslen) has been hailed one of the Squares hottest properties since 2007. Duration : 1991-1992. Duration : 2007-2011, 2013-2017. 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. Cyrpus' owner has been calling out to fans of EastEnders for help. He was previously married to Linda Martin and Anita Wisbey. He is an actor, known for Born and Bred (2002), Crime Traveller (1997) and EastEnders (1985). Duration : 20092010. She is an actress, known for Enchanted April (1991), Outside Edge (1994) and Robin Hood (2006). By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. Portrayed Mehmet Osman. She is an actress, known for Point Break (2015), Blake's 7 (1978) and Dempsey and Makepeace (1985). They have one child. Duration : 19852000, 2015-. He is an actor, known for Big Fat Gypsy Gangster (2011), The Bill (1984) and Coronation Street (1960). Glam lawyer to the Mitchells, unsung hero Ritchie (Sian Webber) has had the toughest gig in town, swooping in since 2005 to fix Mitchell messes. Naturally, she schemed her way out of it and was last seen heading for Paris in 2014. In the shows first year, a teenaged Michelle announced her pregnancy to her disappointed parents Arthur and Pauline. Ian Reddington was born on September 25, 1957 in Sheffield, England, UK. Adam Woodyatt EastEnders, The Baker Street Boys, A Question of EastEnders Adam Brinley Woodyatt (born 28 June 1968) is an English actor, known for his role as Ian Beale in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. 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? Queen of the withering put-down, stubborn Lou (Anna Wing) always spoke her mind. All together now: GET OUTTA MY PUB! Pint-sized scrapper Peggy was proper East End, an old school landlady who could handle herself in most situations. Here lies a list of famous people who have appeared on EastEnders since its inception in 1985. Linda Henry was born on August 24, 1963 in West Ham, London, England, UK. Duration : 19931996, 2012-2014. (SW). He was an actor and writer, known for EastEnders (1985), Clockwise (1986) and East Is East (1999). Nigel Harman was born on August 11, 1973 in Purley, Surrey, England, UK. Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones. A one-year Walford whirlwind played by Footballers Wives actress Zoe Lucker. EastEnders actor and singer to star in two-night musical run at Cockney market trader Pete (Peter Dean) was a charmer in a sheepskin coat. Most often heard saying, This is the last time, Max. Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. Duration : 20062009, 2019, 2021-2022. She has been married to Graham Reid since 1996. Duration : 2014-2017. Actor | Who's had the most successful post-EastEnders career? She is an actress, known for Dune (2021), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) and Imagine Me & You (2005). Chelles refusal to name the babydaddy caused a huge stir, and viewers learned it was Den Watts long before Pauline or Sharon (Michelles best friend and Dens daughter) ever did. Michael French 1993-96; 2012-14 BBC Car salesman David managed to combine two recurring 'Enders tropes - the rubbish parent and the disappointing son. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. 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!.