Julia Smith, the other co-creator of EastEnders, died of cancer aged 70 on 19 June 1997. Born in the small Hertfordshire town of Sawbridgeworth in southern England on Aug. 26, 1944, Greif was classically trained as an actor at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art or RADA. Born in Jamaica, Hammond, whose real name was Mavis Chin, emigrated to the UK in 1959 on a Jamaican scholarship and worked for Norman & Dawbarn architects. With 12-hour days on top of the travelling, he would be up at 4am learning scripts. 0. Archie Bland and Nimo Omer take you through the top stories and what they mean, free every weekday morning, Bill will forever be held in great affection by everyone at EastEnders and all those that loved watching him. Bill will always be remembered for his charm, sense of humour - with a smile that lit up the room - and more importantly as a family man who was devoted to his wife and children. A wonderful actress. EastEnders star Josephine Melville has died backstage after performing a theatre production at the Nottingham Playhouse. EastEnders creator Julia Smith was the pooch's real-life owner - and he tragically passed away for real in 1995. He will be hugely missed," they said. Dec. 27 (UPI) -- The Crown, The Alienist and EastEnders actor Stephen Greif has died at the age of 78. BBC By David Craig Published: Sunday, 28th August 2022 at 10:23 am Save Former. The square includes the Queen Vic pub and a street market. Frank was eventually killed off off-screen, with a week of shows in 2008 dedicated to his death and funeral. Treacher was married to Australian actress Katherine Kessey, with whom he shared two children, and they were longstanding residents of Suffolk. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. "Ash's unexpected passing has hit us all hard, but we want to take the time to remember his larger than life spirit. The Watts' beloved pet Roly, whose real-life owner was EastEnders creator Julia Smith, had at least one near-miss before his on-screen death. passed away on 15 June 2018 from an undisclosed illness, Sandy Ratcliff died on 7 April 2019 aged 70, Actor Nicky Henson died on 19 December 2019. to life in prison with a whole life order. The Strictly Come Dancing star, 22, is set to be taking up the role of a daughter in a new family moving to . Fenton was in the first episode of The Bridgerton actor Adjoa Andoh wrote: Ach Im so shocked. She will be sorely missed. By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. He appeared in the earliest episodes of EastEnders before the character was written out for several months, re-appearing briefly in December 1985 as well as in 1986 and 1987. Bookmark. Family and former colleagues pay tribute to brilliant actor who played character from 1985 until 1996. BBC News Actress, director and writer Josephine Melville has died backstage after performing in a play. Our thoughts and deep condolences are with her family and loved ones.. EastEnders 2006.Subscribe: http://bit.ly/2NKkb2UWATCH MORE:Stacey Moments: h. Original EastEnders cast member Sandy Ratcliff, who played the much-loved character Sue Osman before falling from the public eye, has been found dead aged 70 in a north London care home. You can unsubscribe at any time. Hell be sadly missed, I will never forget him. Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! Nottingham Playhouse said Ms Melville died on Thursday after appearing in a production of. He graduated from the prestigious institution with honors, according to ET. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. He was one of the BBC soap's original cast members and appeared from 1985 until 1996. There were times he could not even see Wendy in scenes. Treacher was one of the first actors to be cast in the BBC One soap, appearing in the first episode in February 1985. June Brown, who appeared in thousands of episodes of the British soap opera "EastEnders" across 35 years, portraying Dot Cotton, one of the more memorable residents of the fictional Albert. All blessings & condolences to the family. He once said: I asked how long it would be on for and she said 52 weeks. Edna Dor Dor as Mo Butcher in EastEnders Born Edna Lillian Gorring (1921-05-31) 31 May 1921 Bromley, Kent, England Died 11 April 2014 (2014-04-11) (aged 92) Sussex, England Occupation Actress Years active 1960-2011 Television EastEnders (1988-1990) Eyes Down (2003-2004) Spouse Alexander Dor (m. 1946; died 2002) Children 1 Edna Lillian Dor (ne Gorring ; 31 May 1921 - 11 April . In the years that followed, Arthur went to prison for stealing Christmas Club money to pay for Michelles wedding, suffered a mental breakdown, struggled with his sons HIV diagnosis and his daughters pregnancy by Den. Executive producer Chris Clenshaw said: Like so many, I grew up watching EastEnders with the beloved Arthur Fowler on his allotment, one of Walfords originals who can still be described as a true heart of the Square. By. Treacher appeared in EastEnders until 1996, when his troubled character was given a prison sentence for a crime he did not commit. She also played a doctor in the film Ordinary Love - which starred Liam Neeson and Lesley Manville. Former EastEnders actress Melanie Clark Pullen has tragically died at the age of 46 following a battle with breast cancer. Josephine Melville, the actor best known for her work on EastEnders, has died backstage at a theatre following a performance. The actor had an extensive career on stage and screen and appeared in other series including. LOUISE Plowright, who starred as Julie Cooper in EastEnders, has died at the age of 59 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Career [ edit] When it came to playing villains, he was unsurpassed. View our online Press Pack. The Jamaican-British actress was best known for playing the matriarch Blossom Jackson on the . Tributes poured in for the actor following her tragic death. Former EastEnders star Ashvin Luximon has died aged 38. Thanks for the fun, Stephen.. Ryan Giggs ex Stacey traumatised after three masked men steal her 80,000 car, TV war as Strictly goes head-to-head with ITV's The Masked Dancer and The Voice. The actor was best known for playing Asif Malik, the naughty school friend of Martin Fowler, in the BBC soap between 1999 and 2003. Its doing so with a weeks worth of dramatic episodes revolving around a boat party on the River Thames, thrown by Mick (Danny Dyer) and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) which will end in tragedy as one character loses their life. "He would get this twinkle in his eye, you'd start laughing and he never got the blame. His extensive career included numerous roles on screen and stage, including at the National Theatre, RSC and in the West End., The tweet concluded: We will miss him dearly, and our thoughts are with his family and friends.. Former EastEnders actor Ashvin Luximon dies, aged 38 He had a four-year stint on the soap as Asif Malik. When: October 6. Actor Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died at the age of 95. The actor appeared in the recurring role of Masood Ahmeds brother Inzamam Ahmed between 2008 and 2010. Part of HuffPost Entertainment. Veteran actor who played Arthur Fowler was one of the BBC soap's original cast members and appeared from 1985 until 1996. . What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? He was a stalwart of the show for more than 30 years, appearing in the first episode of the soap in . She repeated the role in the shorter-lived spin-off Porkpie from 1995 to 1996. He died late on Saturday night after suffering declining health for some time. He was much loved by his wife, Kate, his son, Jamie and his daughter, Sophie. In real life, Amy Walsh went . Best known for his role as Dr Legg on Eastenders, Leonard's acting career spanned more than 60 years.". To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page - we'd love to hear from you. What a force of nature, & most importantly, what a Mama. The following is a list of characters who currently appear in the programme, listed in order of first appearance. A statement from his family said: The family of the actor Bill Treacher are sad to announce that Bill died late Saturday night, 5 November 2022. ", Walford Web, an online forum for EastEnders' discussions, wrote: "Sad to hear that Melanie Clark Pullen, who played Mary Flaherty in EastEnders, has died aged 46. Pauline, meanwhile, died on Christmas Day 2006 after collapsing in the middle of Albert Square with the cause of death later revealed as a brain haemorrhage caused by her then husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks) hitting her with a frying pan. Together with Tony Holland, she worked on the show from 1985-1989, going on to create the short-lived soap Eldorado, after which she retired from working in TV. EastEnders original star Bill Treacher - who played Pauline's husband Arthur Fowler from the show's launch in 1985 - has died aged 92 with his family and devastated co-stars rushing to pay tribute Letitia Dean, another original cast member who played Sharon Watts, said: Bill really was the life and soul of the set, he was an absolute joy to be around and always had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye.. Picture Shows: ASHVIN LUXIMON as Asif TX: BBC ONE Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays ASHVIN LUXIMON plays Asif in BBC ONE's award winning drama - 'EastEnders'. The latter award was for her work at the Talawa theatre company, one of the UKs most prominent black theatre companies, which she co-founded as a response to the lack of creative opportunities for black actors. Hammond also appeared on radio in The Archers, where she played Mabel Thompson, the mother of Alan Frankss deceased wife. Actress Sian Blake was tragically found dead in January 2016 aged 43, with her partner Arthur Simpson-Kent later convicted of murdering her and their two sons and sentenced to life in prison with a whole life order. Read about our approach to external linking. She attended evening classes at the City Literary Institute in London for two years and was awarded a scholarship to Rada. Bill Treacher last appeared in Eastenders in 1996. Credit: PA. Bill Treacher, who played Arthur Fowler in EastEnders, has died aged 92. I looked around, then I realised they were coming for me. Part of a community of artists who understood the power of black stories. Actor Ron Tarr died on 20 October 1997 of cancer aged 60. A rock-solid performer with a voice as liquid and deadly as molten lava, tweeted actor Barnaby Edwards. The veteran actor was one of the BBC soaps original cast members and appeared from 1985 until 1996. The everyday lives of working-class inhabitants of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough. Sian played Frankie Pierre in EastEnders from 1996-1997, a soul singer who had a string of flings with Walford men before the character moved away from the Square. The news was confirmed by Fenton's family in a statement which said: "The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. Bill Treacher, who played Arthur Fowler in EastEnders, has died aged 92. Gretchen Franklin, who played Walfords notorious gossip Ethel Skinner, died on 11 July 2005, four days after her 94th birthday. Mo was killed off in 1992 but her death was not aired, with the actress having already left the soap after she was sent to live with Franks sister Jean. Mona Hammond, the former EastEnders star and champion of black theatre acting talent, has died aged 87. He was best known for playing Asif Malik in the BBC soap from 1999 until 2003 and appeared in 146 episodes. On a deeply tragic and extremely difficult evening we want to pay tribute to the company of Nine Night and to the whole Nottingham Playhouse team who managed the situation with empathy and professionalism.. He did not continue acting for the screen after leaving the EastEnders cast. Entertainment reporter Actor Bill Treacher, who played Arthur Fowler in EastEnders, has died aged 92, his family has confirmed. The chair of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada), Marcus Ryder, tweeted: It is with sadness that I wake up to the news Mona Hammond has died., The Loose Women presenter Charlene White tweeted: Mona Hammond, a trailblazer in every way. The actor died from an aneurism on July 23, his family revealed as they paid tribute to their "loving son, brother and friend" and. As one of our original cast members, Bill created a much-loved character in Arthur Fowler and, alongside Wendy Richard, they created an iconic family in the Fowlers who still remain at the heart of the show. the real-life Eastender was always more focussed on his craft than his celebrity. The actor - also known as Coronation. The character returned in 1990, this time played by Todd Carty. No cause of death was given. Alongside his work in EastEnders, he also made appearances in Grange Hill and Hope and Glory and starred in promotional videos for British Airways. Her first leading role was as Lady Macbeth at the Roundhouse in London in 1970 in Peter Coes African version of the play. He sang a mean karaoke tune and had a voice loud enough to hear from space! "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. An extremely talented Jamaican actress who did theatre and TV but will always be Auntie SuSu from Desmonds to many of us. She appeared in EastEnders from 2000-2001 as Ethels great-niece Kerry Skinner. The company has produced more than 80 productions, from African classics to Oscar Wilde. Read about our approach to external linking. A statement from the London Fire Brigade said: "Part of the ground floor of a mid-terrace house was damaged by fire. The character, the grandmother of Alfie (Shane Richie) and Spencer Moon (Christopher Parker) was a part of Walford from 2002-2005, with the character sadly dying from an aortic aneurysm, but not before the classic episode in which she and Alfie visited her late husband Williams grave in Normandy which won a British Soap Award for best single episode. EastEnders continues on Thursday night on BBC One at 7.30pm. He died in hospital, leaving the Fowler family heartbroken. 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Bill Treacher, who played Arthur Fowler in EastEnders, has died aged 92, prompting tributes from his co-stars, who described him as "the life and soul of the set". Josephine Melvilles acting credits included parts in EastEnders, The Bill and Casualty as well as several theatre roles. Crime Drama Romance. Jane Williams. Ashvin Luximon, right, with his EastEnders co-star James Alexandrou, at the National Television Awards in London in 2001. The actor also known as Coronation Streets 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. The former EastEnders star Ashvin Luximon has died from an aneurysm aged 38, his family have confirmed. ", While soap fans shared their memories of his time in Walford, with one writing: "So sad to hear this news, watching Ashvin play Asif on Classic right now and hes part of a great time for the show. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. His co-stars Gillian Taylforth, who plays Kathy Beale, and Letitia Dean, who plays Sharon Watts, were among those paying tribute. "Thanks for the fun, Stephen." By Marco Margaritoff Dec 27, 2022, 11:48 AM EST TV Shows. RIP. He loved and was loved by so many, a statement from his family said. Treacher was married to Australian actress Katherine Kessey, with whom he shared two children, and they were longstanding residents of Suffolk. Ashvin's EastEnders character Asif was a school friend of Martin Fowler, with a lot of their storylines revolving in them getting up to mischief together. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Bill was a wonderful, wonderful man who will be truly missed and I am sending all our love to his wife Kate and his family.. Menu. The actor, who portrays Kheerat Panesar, very quickly made his mark on the long-running soap . Bill was an utter professional, a wonderful man. My thoughts are with his family and friends. passed away in February 2009 aged 65 after battling breast cancer. EastEnders star Jaz Deol has made quite the impression on viewers since arriving in Walford. Privacy Policy, Emmerdale spoiler video: Mysterious Caleb hurts Amy with damning words, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies aged 61 after brain aneurysm, Peter Andre sets strict rules for Princess after signing major deal with online fashion retailer, How bad are the pics?: Messages reveal Hancocks battle to salvage career, Arsenal and Chelsea interested in Wilfried Zaha on summer free transfer. But Bill feared it would drag him away from his family for too long, and the commute would be unbearable. She said: "Really sorry to hear that Ashvin Luximon, [who] played Asif Malik in #EastEnders when I was there, has passed away aged 38 he was a lovely fun fella. Blossom was in fact Hammonds second incarnation in the soap opera: she previously played Michelle Fowlers midwife in 1986. We were truly honoured to work with her on this wonderful co-production of Nine Night and are doing everything we can to support her family, the company and staff across both theatres., Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. He brought laughter and the best cuddles. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Melanie Clark Pullen has passed away at the age of 46, Melaine acting with Barbara Windsor on EastEnders in 2000, On EastEnders, the actor played Mary Flaherty, who was the long-lost great-niece of Pauline Fowler, Melanie (left) starring in Catherine Cooksons A Dinner Full of Herbs on ITV, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). He sang a mean karaoke tune and had a voice loud enough to hear from space! Mona Hammond was made an OBE in the 2005 Queens birthday honours list for her services to drama. Im cancer free, which is great, so now its all about recovery.. Bill will always be remembered for his charm, sense of humour with a smile that lit up the room and more importantly as a family man who was devoted to his wife and children. Melville had been appearing as Aunt Maggie in a production of Nine Night at Nottingham Playhouse. The Englishmans final outing came in voice-acting for Total War: Warhammer III, an iteration of the decades-spanning video game franchise, Total War. While a cause of death has yet to be released, his friends, colleagues and fans have taken to social media to express their mourning. Actor had been appearing in a production of Nine Night at Nottingham Playhouse. He was 95. British actor and musician Martin Kemp, who appeared with Brown in EastEnders in the late 1990s and early 2002s, wrote on Twitter: "I was such a small part of your 35 years at EastEnders but you . She had a short-lived but memorable role in EastEnders as Marge Green, leader of the Walford Brownies arriving in May 1989 and leaving in February 1990 to care for a sick relative. Fenton appeared in the first episode of EastEnders in February 1985 and. EastEnders and Desmond's actor Mona Hammond dies aged 91 Jamaican-British actor, who played Blossom Jackson in BBC soap, hailed as a 'pioneer' and 'trailblazer' Mona Hammond was made an OBE. eastenders actor dies 59the renaissance apartments chicago. 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. He appeared to have been shot dead by gangsters in 1989 but returned to Walford in 2003 for a further two years, exiting for good after being murdered by his second wife Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman). After receiving a blow to his head during a violent fracas, he was released but later suffered a brain haemorrhage at his beloved allotment. Trudy https://t.co/I5LDfVyldS. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He loved and was loved by so many, a statement on the site said. 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