Steve McFadden was born on March 20, 1959 in Maida Vale, London, England, UK. The married dad of two went on to play a cop in TV's Heartbeat and now runs a production company. Portrays Kim Fox/Fox-Hubbard. She was previously married to Philip Chard. Duration : 20062013, 2015, 2017-2018. . She was previously married to Don Henderson and Keith Edmundson. They have two children. Katie Jarvis was born on June 22, 1991 in Dagenham, Essex, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Centurion (2010), Press Gang (1989) and Containment (2015). He is an actor and composer, known for 'Allo 'Allo! Portrayed Manda Best. He is an actor and producer, known for EastEnders (1985), Superman (1978) and Superman III (1983). She has been married to Stavros Valiris since July 1992. Adrian Edmondson was born in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. Adele Silva. Ciaran Griffiths was born on March 3, 1983 in Manchester, England, UK. Michael French 1993-96; 2012-14 BBC Car salesman David managed to combine two recurring 'Enders tropes - the rubbish parent and the disappointing son. Her weakness for Queen Vic landlords would later lead to another paternity secret when she became pregnant following a one night stand with Grant Mitchell. But the one man she desperately needed to pay her some attention just wasnt that interested. 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.. He died in hospital on Christmas Day 2002 after being hit by a car. He has been married to Michelle McSween since August 2007. He has been married to Gwyneth Strong since July 15, 2000. (IH). Ross Kemp? 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. She toured with a travelling circus in Mexico and Central America with Circo Magico and studied at the London Studio Centre. She was in a band before she joined the soap, and Kym Marsh has kept singing throughout her time on Corrie . 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. Johnny ended his reign in 2005 by throwing him off a motorway bridge. He told BBC Radio 1 that being brave and . Francis Magee was raised in Ireland and on the Isle of Man. He was previously married to Shirley Collins and Sheila A Axe. SIMON WICKS Played by: Nick Berry He played The Queen Vic barman until 1990 and had a hit with Every Loser Wins in 1986, which went to No1, and the theme song from TV show Heartbeat, a cover of the Buddy Holly song Heartbeat, in 1992. He is an actor, known for Bugs (1995), Hollyoaks (1995) and Eldorado (1992). Bosses have brought back huge characters . Most notable for being the answer to the Who shot Phil? whodunnit which had 22 million viewers gripped in 2001. Bill Ward was born in 1967 in Newcastle, 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. Carty made his stage debut at the New London Theatre Drury Lane, where he played the leading role of "Lionel!" Kellie Bright was born on July 1, 1976 in Brentwood, Essex, England, UK. Fiercely protective of her family, she was often blinkered when it came to her sons. He was previously married to Linda Martin and Anita Wisbey. Her daddy didnt love her enough, and everybodys paid the price ever since. Max Bowden is the latest. He once yelled Bloody pedestrians at Den. Homewrecker Cinds (Michelle Collins) worked her way through most of Walfords men in her 10-year stint, but settled for boring Ian. (IH). Maisie Smith was born in Essex. With the definition of famous, this context means renowned for reasons other than being in the programme. Terrible taste in shirts though. Shot by a bunch of daffodils, Den was presumed dead but shocked daughter Sharon - and the nation - when he said Hello princess! 14 years later. Walfords original matriarch. Famous for his trademark Ello Ma greeting, drug-addicted jailbird Nick (John Altman) caused nothing but misery for his long-suffering mother Dot. Following a dramatic car chase through the Square, he died at the wheel in a huge explosion. Neither of these went down well with his wife Gita. She is an actress, known for Beautiful Thing (1996), EastEnders (1985) and Bad Girls (1999). Copper and ladies man Jack (Scott Maslen) has been hailed one of the Squares hottest properties since 2007. 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. Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. She has been married to Neil Madden since July 14, 2007. Dr Legg was given a special and well-deserved onscreen send-off last year. Portrayed Jerry McKenzie. Mobster Andy (Michael Higgs) became Walfords criminal kingpin and was jilted at the altar by Kat. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Duration : 1996, 19992011. She drowned in a pool with sister Ronnie in 2017. Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) survived the joint fall from the Queen Vic roof that killed her sister Abi. Jill Halfpenny was born on 15th July, 1975, in Newcastle, to Maureen and Colin Halfpenny. You cow! slapping altercations that took place ten years apart. Not only was the teenager's death as shocking as it was . Portrayed Peggy Mitchell/Butcher. Duration : 2018-2019.Portrayed Carol. Michelle was an un-showy character who was also quietly determined to achieve a better life for herself and daughter Vicki. Tell us what you think: [email protected]. Henpecked family man Arthur (Bill Treacher) was often down the allotment to escape nagging wife Pauline. At the end of 2022, Nish was released from prison after a 20-year stint behind bars for murdering a neighbour he thought Suki was having an affair with. Portrayed Paul Trueman. The actor has been . 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! Duration : 20132022. He is best known for playing Lucifer Morningstar in the American television series Lucifer (2016-2021).Ellis was born in Cardiff. After Barbershop 2, she went on to star on her own . They have two children. Duration : 2012-2014. Ooh I say! Duration : 2007-2019. Shakil Kazemi (2018) Although Shakil's death is still fresh in soap fans' minds, that doesn't make it any less legendary. Duration : 19931997, 1999, 20102015. Portrayed Joyce Murray. She is an actress, known for North & South (2004), My Family (2000) and Waterloo Road (2006). Duration : 19852000, 2015-. Actress | Most famous for having affairs, shouting the name of her husband Rickaaaaaay!, and moving to Manchester and Milton Keynes. Legendary, perfectly-coiffed, chain-smoking busybody Dot (June Brown) has put up with plenty over the years, including wayward son Nasty Nick, cancer, a euthanasia storyline with Ethel and losing her eyesight. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Two Days in the Smoke (2014) and Burnside (2000). With his trademark trilby, twinkly eyes and taste for rum, Patrick (Rudolph Walker) has always been the go-to guy for a friend in need. Her father commited suicide due to depression when she was 11. Duration : 2017 -Portrayed Thelma Bragg. While there's no chance of Kush heading back to the Square, Davood told The Sun that he's still in touch with several of his former co-stars, including Lacey Turner . A vicars sister with an unholy taste in men, Mel (Tamzin Outhwaite) married - and dumped - Ian after his tall cancer tale about daughter Lucy. 4. He is an actor, known for Coronation Street (1960), Emma (1996) and 101 Dalmatians (1996). The Christmas Day 2007 reveal of his affair with Stacey while married to Tanya was one of the soaps best doof doofs. In the shows first year, a teenaged Michelle announced her pregnancy to her disappointed parents Arthur and Pauline. EastEnders is a British television soap opera first broadcast on BBC One on 19 February 1985. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985) and EastEnders: Christmas Party (2003). The Queen Vics long-serving and infamously silent barmaid (Jane Slaughter) has seen everything since the show began, but she rarely says a word. Danny Dyer has opened up on how he threw himself into work as part of his 'grieving process' after leaving EastEnders.. 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. He has been married to Christie Goddard since July 21, 2007. The actor's most famous EastEnders scene was when he was killed off on. Tamwar was a much funnier character than he was ever given credit for. He has been married to Joyce T. Walsh since June 1995. The biggest villain of them all, Dirty Den (Leslie Grantham) was a swindling love rat who had a stormy marriage to first wife Angie. Portrayed Masood Ahmed. Wisely fleeing to America, she stayed away for years before coming back with a new head. Keke Palmer. . (1982), Whoops Apocalypse (1986) and The Accidental Death of an Anarchist (1983). Shabnam Mk II (Rakhee Thakrar) had had a series of gritty storylines between 2014-2016. She is an actress, known for This Life (1996), Holby City (1999) and EastEnders (1985). Portrayed Mariam Ahmed. She is an actress, known for The Deep Blue Sea (2011), Widows (2018) and Lady Chatterley's Lover (1981). Portrayed Donna Yates. Portrayed Max Branning. An absolute powerhouse of a character. She has been married to Rob Cowan since December 19, 2004. He has been married to Lucy Liemann since 2011. Phil destroys every romantic relationship he ever has, and no woman will ever live up to his dear departed mum. Portrayed Suzy Branning. Duration : 2014-2015. Duration : 20072008,20102011,20142015,20182022. He has been married to Christie Goddard since July 21, 2007. 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. Most often heard saying, This is the last time, Max. He first appeared as Tamwar in 2007 and continued playing the character in EastEnders: E20. Countries of the World. Best pal Dot helped her die in heartrending scenes in 2000. 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.. Karaoke-obsessed, George Michael superfan Hev (Cheryl Fergison) had faith in best mate Shirl and 80s hits. Portrays Jean Slater/Walters. She started attending acting and dancing lessons and it wasn't long before she got her first part in a short film called Big Girl Little Girl ( Jamie Borthwick was born on June 23, 1994 in Barking, London, England, UK. Market stall stalwart Winston (Ulric Browne) has been a faithful extra since the start. Her facial expressions and glorious pout have been GIFd up to within an inch of their life, but theres so much more to the queen of Walford than merely being a camp icon. Rakhee Thakrar was born on February 29, 1984 in Leicester, Leicestershire, England, UK. Sheila Hancock was born February 22, 1933. on the Isle of Wight. Jesse Birdsall was born on February 13, 1963 in Highbury, London, England, UK. 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. Duration : 2004-. Portrays Kathy Hills/Beale/Mitchell/Sullivan. (IH). She is an actress and producer, known for Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011), Big Zapper (1973) and Jekyll (2007). Shirley Stelfox was born on April 11, 1941 in Dukinfield, Cheshire, England, UK. Adam Best Played by David Proud Afia Masood Played by Meryl Fernandes AJ (Amjad Jahangir) Ahmed Played by Phaldut Sharma Al Jenkins. Fierce and uncompromising Carter family matriarch played by Linda Henry who showed her softer side in her friendships with Heather Trott and Jean Slater. He is an actor and director, known for Coronation Street (1960), Awaiting (2015) and Entity (2012). She is an actress and writer, known for EastEnders (1985), Bend It Like Beckham (2002) and Aladdin (2019). Peggys niece Roxy (Rita Simons) had a string of bad relationships, feuds and a coke habit. They have two children. Her leopard print wearing, all night partying, sarcastic good time girl persona masked a very dark secret though. Tell us in the comments here. Mike Reid was born on January 19, 1940 in Hackney, London, England, UK. Here lies a list of famous people who have appeared on EastEnders since its inception in 1985. Duration : 1993-1995. He is an actor, known for Born and Bred (2002), Crime Traveller (1997) and EastEnders (1985). Big storylines included postnatal depression and racist attacks. An ever-present Walford icon that secured its legendary status during the 2009 killing of Archie Mitchell, only to perish itself during this years tragedy on the Thames. (IH). Following this, she was part of the main cast for No Angels (2004-2006) as Anji Mittel. Theres only room for one dog on this list and its the one that famously bit Ian Beale on the backside. Salt-of-the-earth cabbie Charlie (Derek Martin) doled out tea and sympathy to the wild Slater women. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who (2005) and Love & Marriage (2013). BARBARA WINDSOR Beloved Barbara Windsor was an EastEnders icon on the BBC soap. Duration : 1993-1994. Portrayed Lucas Johnson. Portrayed Hayley Slater. Actress | She was previously married to William Marlowe. She is an actress, known for Sex Education (2019), Four Weddings and a Funeral (2019) and Page Eight (2011). She is an actress, known for Fish Tank (2009), The Double (2013) and Avengement (2019). She was mown down by Frank Butcher on New Years Eve 1998 and the nation wept. Portrayed Daniel Cook. Her best comeback was in 2001, when she swept back in looking sleek and glossy, triumphantly declaring that she was the new owner of The Vic. (IH). 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. Although she was fiery, she also had a vulnerable side and would hold her head high while crying on the inside. He is an actor, known for Big Fat Gypsy Gangster (2011), The Bill (1984) and Coronation Street (1960). Duration : 2009. He has survived five marriages, one attempted murder, one stretch of homelessness and several bog-washes from his on-off nemesis Phil Mitchell. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Ross Kemp was born on July 21, 1964 in Barking, Essex, England. Portrayed Sylvie Carter. Second wife Chrissie finished the job when she bludgeoned him to death with the Queen Vic doorstop. Duration : 2000. Maisie has proved very popular with viewers and has many awards Molly Conlin was born on March 8, 1998 in Essex, England, UK. Nerdy assistant market inspector and wouldbe stand-up comedian played by Himesh Patel. Portrayed Natalie Price/Evans. 2. Duration : 2003-2005. Legendary EastEnders actress and Carry On star Barbara Windsor was born Barbara Ann Deeks in Stepney, London, the daughter of Rose (Ellis), a dressmaker, and John Deeks, a costermonger. Ann Mitchell was born on April 22, 1939 in Stepney, London, England, UK. Dirty Dens second wife (Tracy Ann Oberman) had an eventful 18 months in Walford which ended with her being sent to prison for murdering Den with a dog-shaped doorstop in the Queen Vic, Cluedo fans. David Walliams was born on August 20, 1971 in Banstead, Surrey, England, UK. As Sharon purred Ello Peggy, bet you never thought youd see me again? her ex mother-in-laws snarl said it all. Portrayed Aidan Maguire. Usually in a tea cosy hat with Little Willy under her arm, Ethel (Gretchen Franklin) loved telling fortunes. Which EastEnders star has had the most successful post-show career? He is the show's longest-serving actor, and the only one to have .more Aftab Sachak EastEnders Pat (Pam St Clement) was involved in many memorable slanging matches with Peggy including the classic pair of You bitch! Duration : 20022005,20102016,2018-2019,2022-. 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. Portrayed Mick Carter. They have one child. 3 of 14. CREDIT: Shutterstock / Rex, Sony Pictures, Lime Pictures. He died on September 12, 2014 in Romford, London, England, UK. Who is the most popular EastEnders character? Ben Hardy was born Ben Jones on 2 January 1991 in England, United Kingdom. Cockney geezer Queen Vic landlord played by real life Cockney geezer Danny Dyer. The longest running character Ian Beale (1985-). most famous eastenders actors. She is an actress, known for Ali G Indahouse (2002), EastEnders (1985) and Xenoblade Chronicles (2010). Duration : 20042005. Duration : 20042012, 20142017. Died alone and in the snow on Christmas Day 2006. Duration : 20102013. She was particularly close to her maternal parents, whom she affectionately called "Farvey" and "Nor." 1) Pat Butcher 2) Dot Cotton 3) Peggy Mitchell 4) Pauline Fowler 5) Michelle Fowler 6) Kathy Beale 7) Angie Watts 8) Ethel Skinner 9) Lou Beale 10) Sharon Watts 1) Phil Mitchell 2) Ian Beale 3). Actor | EastEnders Larry Lamb was born on October 1, 1947 in Edmonton, London, England, UK. (IH). Phil's one of the most iconic characters in the EastEnders cast 2022 (Credit: BBC) Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden. Duration : 1993. Lee Ross was born in 1971 in Luton, Bedfordshire, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Emmerdale Farm (1972), The Dark Channel and Robin Hood: The Rebellion (2018). Rebecca Michael is known for EastEnders (1985) and Love and Death on Long Island (1997). He was previously married to Linda Martin and Anita Wisbey. Masood (Nitin Ganatra) torpedoed his marriage to Zainab and had flings with Jane, Carol, Carmel, Belinda and Kathy. Nigel Harman was born on August 11, 1973 in Purley, Surrey, England, UK. 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. Fenton was in the first episode of. Toff ex-army officer Willmott-Brown (William Boyde) was a rotter in a suit. She is an actress, known for Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014), Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017) and EastEnders (1985). Introduced as Pete Beales ex-wife, Pat was A Woman With A Past, an ex-prostitute who immediately caused trouble by claiming that Pete wasnt actually Simons father. They have two children. Duration : 2017-2018. Her mother is an art teacher and painter, and her father is a car parts salesman. They have one child. Sophie Thompson is a British actress who has worked in film, television and theatre. He is an actor and writer, known for EastEnders (1985), Flushed Away (2006) and Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging (2008). Lily Harvey was born in 2001 in Kent, England. Duration : 2014-2016. Portrayed Aubrey Valentine. Grant (Ross Kemp) and Phil were the self styled Kray twins of Albert Square, ruling Walford with just a hint of violence. He is an actor and writer, known for Bride & Prejudice (2004), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) and EastEnders (1985). An Alpha male who oozed charm and menace, Den spoiled his Princess Sharon and drove wife Angie to drink. 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! Coming in at the top is Adam Woodyatt, who plays one of EastEnders' original characters Ian Beale. Diana Marchant, John Altman and Lisa Coates at the Surrey Memory Walk (Image: TMS) 'Nasty Nick' is known most for his villainous role in EastEnders . She is an actress and writer, known for Quills (2000), Vera (2011) and EastEnders (1985). Duration : 19872000, 2002, 2005. Duration : 2008-2010, 2016, 2020-2021. Portrayed Jim Branning. Enjoyed a memorable love triangle involving Bianca and her mum Carol, before being wrongfully tried for shooting Phil Mitchell. Portrays Shirley Carter/Wicks. Duration : 20142015. After finding work Janine Butcher/Evans/Malloy (1999-2004, 2008 -). 4. He has been married to Rosalind Halstead since 2014. Tamwar Masood was a character played by actor, musician, and singer Himesh Patel on the BBC soap opera EastEnders from 2007 to 2016. Other theatre Shobna Gulati is a British actress, writer, and dancer. Jake Wood is a popular British actor known for his roles in EastEnders and the Illusionist. 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. 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. She was previously married to Terry Duggan and Dick Smart. Linda Henry was born on August 24, 1963 in West Ham, London, England, UK. Duration : 2013-2015. Portrayed Kirsty Branning. 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. Michelle Ryan? Portrayed Sarah Hills. Brian Capron was born on February 11, 1947 in Eye, Suffolk, England, UK. Cyrpus' owner has been calling out to fans of EastEnders for help. Neurotic and self-destructive, she was a force of nature whose big hair was matched by the scale of her emotional outbursts. Portrayed Archie Mitchell. Portrayed Liam Tyler. Rob Kazinsky? Duration : 2006.Portrayed Adrian Bell. Andrew Sachs born Andreas Siegfried Sachs was born in Berlin, Germany, he and his family emigrated to London in 1938, to escape persecution under the Nazis. Duration : 19951998. Linda Marlowe was born on July 26, 1940 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Then she left Walford for good in a cab. She finally gave up on him as he lay dying from heroin poisoning in 2015. He was an actor and writer, known for EastEnders (1985), Clockwise (1986) and East Is East (1999). Neslihan Atagl Neslihan Atagl is another young actress from Turkey. Note that the list only includes pregnancies which are known to have been carried to term, through references or return appearances in later . The wildchild sister of Phil and Grant, Sam was played by two actresses, Danniella Westbrook and Kim Medcalf. Duration : 2008, 2014-2016, 2022-2023. Here's a look at some of the Street's most successful stars. She was an actress, known for Holiday on the Buses (1973), The Rag Trade (1975) and On the Buses (1971). Phil Mitchells nemesis Steve (Spandau Ballets Martin Kemp) had a spectacular Walford exit. Ice queen Ronnie (Samantha Womack) clashed with villain dad Archie, swapped her stillborn baby with Kats newborn, killed dodgy Carl White, had marriages and affairs, then drowned in a pool on her (second) wedding day to Jack. Walford GP and longtime pal of Dot Branning, played by Leonard Fenton. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Emmerdale Farm (1972) and Extraordinary (2023). Duration : 2017-2018. Popular Quizzes Today. June Brown served in the Wrens and was classically trained at the Old Vic Drama School. Luisa Bradshaw-White was born on December 9, 1974 in Eastcote, Middlesex, England, UK. Dirty Dens princess, is our all-time Queen of Walford. 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. She is an actress and writer, known for Friday Night Dinner (2011), Toast of London (2012) and Doctor Who (2005). Adam Woodyatt was born on June 28, 1968 in Walthamstow, London, England, UK. She has been married to Harry A Harris since July 2002. Hes had feuds with plenty of pretenders to his throne, but for now Phil remains king of the castle. 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. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) and Noughts + Crosses (2020). (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. Ricky Champ was born on July 1, 1980 in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, UK. 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. She also starred as Maxie Purvis in Bad Girls, a British drama about a women's prison in 2001. He was Susan Tully was born on October 20, 1967 in Highgate, London, England, UK. He was previously married to Lisa Faulkner. Ian Beales long-suffering wife (Laurie Brett) played a pivotal - not to mention criminal - role in the Who Killed Lucy Beale? She has been married to Graham Reid since 1996. Her commitment to blue eye shadow, leopard print, massive earrings and cigarettes was constant and her clashes with Peggy were legendary. He is an actor and writer, known for 24 Hour Party People (2002), EastEnders (1985) and Nowhere Boy (2009). Duration : 20072013.Portrayed Nurse. Bad dad to Ricky and Janine, he conned and cheated his way through life - but could win back the ladies with nothing but a spinning dickie bow and a smile. Duration : 2018-2019. He has been married to Samantha Gilbert since August 12, 2016. Adele left the role of Kelly Windsor in Emmerdale in 2007 in an attempt to crack America.But, instead of setting Hollywood alight, in 2010 she was pictured working in a Ted Baker store in LA. Graphic designer Colin (Michael Cashman) was Walfords first gay resident, arriving in 1986. Charlie Jones was born on June 23, 1996 in London, England, UK. Pat is greatly missed. Following the death of Jim Cotton from EastEnders, Dot taped him a touching goodbye message. Portrayed Zainab Masood/Khan. Selfish and scheming, she hired a hitman to kill Ian, ended up in prison for attempted murder and died in childbirth in 1998.