EastEnders spoilers and updates tease a comings and goings catch-up; who’s left, who’s going, who’s coming, and who’s coming back at Albert Square? Several have left and already returned, and we’ll tell you those too!
EastEnders Spoilers – Who’s Leaving In 2024?
Clay Milner Russell, who portrays Bobby Beale on EastEnders, has decided to leave the show after five years. The talented actor is ready to explore new opportunities and take on different roles.
While he has enjoyed his time on the soap, he is looking forward to the next chapter in his career. Best of luck to Clay as he moves on from EastEnders!
Whitney Dean, a beloved character on EastEnders played by Shona McGarty, has decided to bid farewell to the soap after 15 years.
Shona, who has portrayed Whitney since she was 16, made the choice to leave in order to explore new opportunities-she’ll...
EastEnders Spoilers – Who’s Leaving In 2024?
Clay Milner Russell, who portrays Bobby Beale on EastEnders, has decided to leave the show after five years. The talented actor is ready to explore new opportunities and take on different roles.
While he has enjoyed his time on the soap, he is looking forward to the next chapter in his career. Best of luck to Clay as he moves on from EastEnders!
Whitney Dean, a beloved character on EastEnders played by Shona McGarty, has decided to bid farewell to the soap after 15 years.
Shona, who has portrayed Whitney since she was 16, made the choice to leave in order to explore new opportunities-she’ll...
- 5/13/2024
- by Rita Ryan
- Celebrating The Soaps
EastEnders spoilers and updates for Monday, May 6 tease there is a shocking moment when Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) confronts Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler).
Coming Up On Eastenders
Also, Stevie and Billy Mitchell clash over the grandchildren and George Knight (Colin Salmon) struggles over missing Gloria Knight’s (Elizabeth Counsell) funeral.
Patrick And Denise Concerned Over Yolande’s Strange Behavior
Patrick and Denise Fox (Diane Parish) grow increasingly worried about Yolande Trueman’s (Angela Wynter) peculiar behavior.
They believe that Pastor Clayton might be able to help so Patrick confides in him, and he suggests that Yolande might be ill, shocking Yolande when Patrick confronts her about it.
Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) questions Patrick about Yolande’s well-being, but he is unsure how to respond; confused because he had no idea that Yolande had scheduled a medical appointment.
Seeking guidance, Patrick discusses his concerns with Pastor Clayton once again and...
Coming Up On Eastenders
Also, Stevie and Billy Mitchell clash over the grandchildren and George Knight (Colin Salmon) struggles over missing Gloria Knight’s (Elizabeth Counsell) funeral.
Patrick And Denise Concerned Over Yolande’s Strange Behavior
Patrick and Denise Fox (Diane Parish) grow increasingly worried about Yolande Trueman’s (Angela Wynter) peculiar behavior.
They believe that Pastor Clayton might be able to help so Patrick confides in him, and he suggests that Yolande might be ill, shocking Yolande when Patrick confronts her about it.
Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) questions Patrick about Yolande’s well-being, but he is unsure how to respond; confused because he had no idea that Yolande had scheduled a medical appointment.
Seeking guidance, Patrick discusses his concerns with Pastor Clayton once again and...
- 5/4/2024
- by Rita Ryan
- Celebrating The Soaps
As we move into May, BritBox is bringing a collection of classic series, new movies, and live events to its platform in the United States this month. After a seven-day free trial, a subscription to BritBox costs $8.99 per month and this month, you will be able to stream all three seasons of the beloved comedy “Stath Lets Flats,” the 2024 BAFTA Television Awards, this year’s installment of “Rhs Chelsea Flower Show,” and much more.
The Streamable’s experts have gone through the streamer’s slate for the month and we have pulled out five titles to recommend on BritBox in May 2024.
7-Day Free Trial $8.99+ / month BritBox.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to BritBox in May 2024? “Stath Lets Flats” | Season 1: May 3, Season 2: May 10, Season 3: May 17
BritBox is dolling out the comedy in weekly installments this month. On Friday, May 3, the streamer will begin streaming...
The Streamable’s experts have gone through the streamer’s slate for the month and we have pulled out five titles to recommend on BritBox in May 2024.
7-Day Free Trial $8.99+ / month BritBox.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to BritBox in May 2024? “Stath Lets Flats” | Season 1: May 3, Season 2: May 10, Season 3: May 17
BritBox is dolling out the comedy in weekly installments this month. On Friday, May 3, the streamer will begin streaming...
- 5/1/2024
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
As the world rings in 2023 with new resolutions and goals, TV soaps will also be switching things up with exciting new storylines and scandals.
After a busy Christmas period, which saw the exit of Danny Dyer and the shock revelation of a 12-year-old being pregnant on EastEnders, as well as the return of more long-lost relatives to Coronation Street and Emmerdale, you can expect 2023 to be an explosive year on screen.
Here’s our (spoiler-packed) guide to this year’s soaps...
EastEnders
It’s going to be another exciting year in Walford, with Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) struggling to rebuild her life alone after husband Mick (Dyer) went missing.
Pregnant Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) will see her relationship with Zack Hudson (James Farrar), the father of her child who she had a fling with, put to the test by a number of factors, including new and old faces.
There’s...
After a busy Christmas period, which saw the exit of Danny Dyer and the shock revelation of a 12-year-old being pregnant on EastEnders, as well as the return of more long-lost relatives to Coronation Street and Emmerdale, you can expect 2023 to be an explosive year on screen.
Here’s our (spoiler-packed) guide to this year’s soaps...
EastEnders
It’s going to be another exciting year in Walford, with Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) struggling to rebuild her life alone after husband Mick (Dyer) went missing.
Pregnant Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) will see her relationship with Zack Hudson (James Farrar), the father of her child who she had a fling with, put to the test by a number of factors, including new and old faces.
There’s...
- 1/3/2023
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
BBC’s EastEnders has honoured Queen Elizabeth II in a touching tribute, following her death last week.
The monarch died at Balmoral on Thursday 8 September at the age of 96. You can follow along here for updated news about the Queen’s death.
At the beginning of the British soap’s latest episode – which aired tonight (12 September) – Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), Denise Fox (Diane Parish), and Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) all gathered in The Queen Vic to celebrate the monarch’s extraordinary life.
“God bless her,” Kathy began, with Denise realising: “She’s been there our whole lives – it’s like she’s everything I’ve ever known.”
“We’ve all lost our nan,” Linda added. “She dedicated her entire life to serving us.”
The three women went on to exchange memories of the Queen, including when the now King Charles III and his wife Camilla, visited EastEnders for the June 2022 Platinum Jubilee.
The monarch died at Balmoral on Thursday 8 September at the age of 96. You can follow along here for updated news about the Queen’s death.
At the beginning of the British soap’s latest episode – which aired tonight (12 September) – Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), Denise Fox (Diane Parish), and Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) all gathered in The Queen Vic to celebrate the monarch’s extraordinary life.
“God bless her,” Kathy began, with Denise realising: “She’s been there our whole lives – it’s like she’s everything I’ve ever known.”
“We’ve all lost our nan,” Linda added. “She dedicated her entire life to serving us.”
The three women went on to exchange memories of the Queen, including when the now King Charles III and his wife Camilla, visited EastEnders for the June 2022 Platinum Jubilee.
- 9/12/2022
- by Inga Parkel
- The Independent - TV
Ian McKellen, Lesley Manville, Lennie James and Joseph Fiennes are among the British talent delivering monologues as part of a new fundraising initiative by actors’ union Equity and actor Michelle Collins.
The #ForTheLoveofArts monologues are between 2-5 minutes long and recorded remotely at the actors’ homes in a bid to raise money for Equity during the coronavirus pandemic. Actors involved also include Miriam Margolyes, Adrian Dunbar, Alex Lawther, Elaine Paige, Mandeep Dhillon, Derek Jacobi and Sue Johnston, among many others.
In the clip below, Fiennes performs King Edward’s monologue from “Edward II” by Christopher Marlowe.
The project, which can be viewed on the Equity Benevolent Fund’s YouTube channel, also features a number of new, original pieces of writing from the likes of Hugh Dennis, Tom Wright, Damon Rochefort, Andrew Lynford, Chloe Moss, Susan Oudot, Martyn Hesford, Stewart Permutt, Tyler Rigby and Tony Grounds.
Genesis Pictures’ Debbie Gray and...
The #ForTheLoveofArts monologues are between 2-5 minutes long and recorded remotely at the actors’ homes in a bid to raise money for Equity during the coronavirus pandemic. Actors involved also include Miriam Margolyes, Adrian Dunbar, Alex Lawther, Elaine Paige, Mandeep Dhillon, Derek Jacobi and Sue Johnston, among many others.
In the clip below, Fiennes performs King Edward’s monologue from “Edward II” by Christopher Marlowe.
The project, which can be viewed on the Equity Benevolent Fund’s YouTube channel, also features a number of new, original pieces of writing from the likes of Hugh Dennis, Tom Wright, Damon Rochefort, Andrew Lynford, Chloe Moss, Susan Oudot, Martyn Hesford, Stewart Permutt, Tyler Rigby and Tony Grounds.
Genesis Pictures’ Debbie Gray and...
- 5/21/2020
- by Manori Ravindran
- Variety Film + TV
Derek Thompson and Amanda Mealing are top actors on the list.
The BBC has revealed the salaries of all journalists, presenters and actors who earn £150,000 or more.
The annual report shows that Casualty and Holby City stars are the highest paid actors at the corporation, with Derek Thompson, who plays Charlie Fairhead in Casualty, the best paid, earning £350,000 to £399,999 in 2016.
Second is Holby City star Amanda Mealing, who was paid £250,000 to £299,999.
Actors in the £200,000 and £249,999 bracket include Danny Dyer and Adam Woodyatt (both EastEnders), Rosie Marcel (Holby City), Doctor Who star Peter Capaldi, Sir David Jason (Still Open All Hours) and Emilia Fox (Silent Witness).
There are 21 actors are on the 96-strong list, with 12 women and nine men.
Speaking this morning on BBC radio, former BBC chairman Lord Grade called the government’s insistence that talent pay be disclosed “distasteful and disturbing”.
“If the government was concerned the BBC wasn’t getting value for money they should...
The BBC has revealed the salaries of all journalists, presenters and actors who earn £150,000 or more.
The annual report shows that Casualty and Holby City stars are the highest paid actors at the corporation, with Derek Thompson, who plays Charlie Fairhead in Casualty, the best paid, earning £350,000 to £399,999 in 2016.
Second is Holby City star Amanda Mealing, who was paid £250,000 to £299,999.
Actors in the £200,000 and £249,999 bracket include Danny Dyer and Adam Woodyatt (both EastEnders), Rosie Marcel (Holby City), Doctor Who star Peter Capaldi, Sir David Jason (Still Open All Hours) and Emilia Fox (Silent Witness).
There are 21 actors are on the 96-strong list, with 12 women and nine men.
Speaking this morning on BBC radio, former BBC chairman Lord Grade called the government’s insistence that talent pay be disclosed “distasteful and disturbing”.
“If the government was concerned the BBC wasn’t getting value for money they should...
- 7/19/2017
- by orlando.parfitt@screendaily.com (Orlando Parfitt)
- ScreenDaily
Diane Parish is planning to celebrate 10 years on 'EastEnders' by ''quietly'' swigging a bottle of booze in her dressing room. The 46-year-old actress - who is known for playing unlucky-in-love Minute Mart manager Denise Fox in the soap - will hit a decade on the BBC One show in May and, although it's a big milestone, she's not keen on making a big song and dance about it because she's just thrilled she's lasted this long on screen. Speaking on 'This Morning' today (12.02.16), she said: ''I might just do it [celebrate it] quietly, bring a bottle of something in and...
- 2/12/2016
- Virgin Media - TV
BBC iPlayer is to launch new online series 'EastEnders: Back to Ours'. The on demand service has created a new online-only show which will see a number of popular castmates from the BBC One soap - including on-screen man and wife Shane Richie (Alfie Moon) and Jessie Wallace (Kat Moon) - relive some of their most iconic moments. Shane said of the upcoming project: ''What a wonderful time I had sitting on the sofa with Jessie watching 12 years of Kat and Alfie. We laughed, we cried and we giggled as we remembered the past 12 years.'' Diane Parish and Tameka Empson, who...
- 12/10/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
Diane Parish feels ''revived'' by her current 'EastEnders' storyline. The actress, who plays Denise Fox in the BBC One soap, admits she wasn't happy with the lack of storylines for the Minute Mart shopkeeper, but is now relishing in her expanded role due to the Lucy Beale murder mystery. She said: ''I don't feel exhausted by all of this Lucy Beale murder drama - I feel revived! It's no secret that I had been quite quiet in the show for a while, so when I heard about this storyline and what our new boss Dominic [Treadwell-Collins] had planned for Denise, I was...
- 5/14/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
An upcoming episode of EastEnders will reflect the recent death of Nelson Mandela.
The former South African president and icon of the anti-apartheid movement died on Thursday (December 5) at the age of 95.
A last minute scene has been filmed for Monday night's (December 9) episode of EastEnders, referencing Mandela's passing.
In the scene, Carol Jackson (Lindsey Coulson) and Denise Fox (Diane Parish) will discuss their memories of the day Mandela was released from prison after 27 years.
A spokesperson for EastEnders said: "EastEnders always aims to reflect big news stories and events that strike a chord with our audience.
"Nelson Mandela had such a huge effect on so many people's lives that we felt it was important to reflect the impact his death has had."
The long-running series has also aired moments referencing the birth of Prince George, the election of Us president Barack Obama, and Andy Murray's win at Wimbledon in the past.
The former South African president and icon of the anti-apartheid movement died on Thursday (December 5) at the age of 95.
A last minute scene has been filmed for Monday night's (December 9) episode of EastEnders, referencing Mandela's passing.
In the scene, Carol Jackson (Lindsey Coulson) and Denise Fox (Diane Parish) will discuss their memories of the day Mandela was released from prison after 27 years.
A spokesperson for EastEnders said: "EastEnders always aims to reflect big news stories and events that strike a chord with our audience.
"Nelson Mandela had such a huge effect on so many people's lives that we felt it was important to reflect the impact his death has had."
The long-running series has also aired moments referencing the birth of Prince George, the election of Us president Barack Obama, and Andy Murray's win at Wimbledon in the past.
- 12/9/2013
- Digital Spy
The National Television Awards 2014 longlist nominations have been announced and voting is now (September 17) open.
Hosted by Dermot O'Leary, the NTAs celebrate the best and most popular TV and are exclusively voted for by viewers. The 2014 awards take place at London's O2 on January 22.
Full list of 2014 nominations:
Drama
Broadchurch
Call The Midwife
Casualty
Dci Banks
Death In Paradise
Doc Martin
Doctor Who
Downton Abbey
Endeavour
Foyle's War
Holby City
Homeland
Jonathan Creek
Last Tango in Halifax
Law & Order: UK
Lewis
Love and Marriage
Luther
Midsomer Murders
Mr Selfridge
New Tricks
Poirot
Revolution
Ripper Street
Scott & Bailey
Shetland
Silent Witness
The Fall
The Paradise
The Suspicions of Mr Whicher
The Syndicate
The Village
The White Queen
Under The Dome
Vera
What Remains
TV Detective
Olivia Colman - Broadchurch
David Tennant - Broadchurch
Stephen Tompkinson - Dci Banks
Shaun Evans - Endeavour
Michael Kitchen - Foyle's War
Alan Davies - Jonathan Creek...
Hosted by Dermot O'Leary, the NTAs celebrate the best and most popular TV and are exclusively voted for by viewers. The 2014 awards take place at London's O2 on January 22.
Full list of 2014 nominations:
Drama
Broadchurch
Call The Midwife
Casualty
Dci Banks
Death In Paradise
Doc Martin
Doctor Who
Downton Abbey
Endeavour
Foyle's War
Holby City
Homeland
Jonathan Creek
Last Tango in Halifax
Law & Order: UK
Lewis
Love and Marriage
Luther
Midsomer Murders
Mr Selfridge
New Tricks
Poirot
Revolution
Ripper Street
Scott & Bailey
Shetland
Silent Witness
The Fall
The Paradise
The Suspicions of Mr Whicher
The Syndicate
The Village
The White Queen
Under The Dome
Vera
What Remains
TV Detective
Olivia Colman - Broadchurch
David Tennant - Broadchurch
Stephen Tompkinson - Dci Banks
Shaun Evans - Endeavour
Michael Kitchen - Foyle's War
Alan Davies - Jonathan Creek...
- 9/17/2013
- Digital Spy
'EastEnders' character Denise Fox will find herself ''mentally and emotionally drawn'' to Ian Beale. The unlikely couple are set lock lips in an episode of the Walford soap next week, and despite spending years butting heads, actress Diane Parish has revealed her character will develop strong feelings for the hapless trader. Romance has been brewing between Ian - played by Adam Woodyatt - and Denise since he took her in after she had nowhere to live, and Ian is now keen for a date, explains the actress. She told Inside Soap magazine: ''She's quite impressed they've not managed to kill one another and...
- 2/28/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
'EastEnders' character Denise Fox will find herself ''mentally and emotionally drawn'' to Ian Beale. The unlikely couple are set lock lips in an episode of the Walford soap next week, and despite spending years butting heads, actress Diane Parish has revealed her character will develop strong feelings for the hapless trader. Romance has been brewing between Ian - played by Adam Woodyatt - and Denise since he took her in after she had nowhere to live, and Ian is now keen for a date, explains the actress. She told Inside Soap magazine: ''She's quite impressed they've not managed to kill one another and...
- 2/28/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
EastEnders' Kim Fox finally forgives half-sister Denise this evening (January 24) after Ian Beale steps in to play peacemaker. Tonight's episode sees Kim (Tameka Empson) start the day by continuing to behave coldly towards her sibling, still blaming Denise (Diane Parish) for her recent split from Ray Dixon. When Ian witnesses the latest tension between the pair, he intervenes with some honesty - informing Kim that Ray made (more)...
- 1/24/2013
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
'EastEnders' star Chucky Venn says it was ''really weird'' filming his onscreen kiss with Diane Parish. The 39-year-old actor - who portrays youth mentor Ray Dixon in the BBC One soap - loves shooting scenes with Diane, who portrays Denise Fox, and Tameka Empson, who stars as her onscreen sister and Ray's partner Kim Fox, but he ''felt a bit bad'' when his alter-ego shared a smooch with Denise. He said: ''What can I say - it's not a hard job filming scenes with two gorgeous women! ''On the downside, I do feel a bit bad, as I'm really close...
- 1/2/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
EastEnders star Chucky Venn has joked that Kim Fox may put his character Ray Dixon in a headlock as punishment for cheating on her. Last week, pictures were released showing Ray sharing a shock kiss with Kim's sister Denise, although it is currently unclear whether things will go any further between them. Viewers will see the romantic encounter in early January as Ray comforts Denise (Diane Parish) when she is feeling lonely. Speaking about the storyline for the first time, Venn told Digital Spy: "Obviously it's about layers and showing the different sides of my character, so for me, this is a wonderful challenge. As an actor, I love challenges so I'm looking forward to seeing how this storyline develops. "I think Kim would be quite peeved if she found out! Kim can be quite ruthless and she has the infamous headlock, so I have a feeling (more)...
- 12/12/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders kicks off 2013 with a scandalous moment for Denise Fox as she shares a kiss with her sister Kim's boyfriend Ray Dixon. The pair look set to grow closer as Ray attempts to comfort a lonely Denise (Diane Parish) in early January, but it's clear that they're playing with fire. Viewers see the drama begin when Kim and Zainab plan a surprise dinner party to cheer Denise up, feeling sorry for her after she struggled with being single at Christmas. Hoping they can bring some romance into Denise's (more)...
- 12/5/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders joker Fatboy Chubb is delighted this evening (October 18) as his new love interest Denise Fox decides to continue their fling. Not satisfied with how things have been left with Denise, Fatboy (Ricky Norwood) pays her a visit to see whether she is still interested in him. Denise (Diane Parish) isn't sure what to do when she spots that a smitten Fatboy has brought her some flowers as a gift, but she ultimately invites him inside so they can spend more (more)...
- 10/18/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
This is the moment that Denise Fox and Fatboy Chubb enjoy a passionate encounter in EastEnders. A new storyline for the pair kicks off at Christian and Syed's stag party later this month, as Fatboy begins to see Denise (Diane Parish) in a completely different light. When Denise catches Fatboy's eye at the celebration, he cannot resist flirting with her. At first Denise doesn't really notice, but she is grateful when Fatboy comes to her rescue after a group of lads start hassling her. Later, Fatboy (Ricky Norwood) walks Denise (more)...
- 10/5/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Shirley Carter takes matters into her own hands on EastEnders this evening (August 14) as she tries to solve Heather Trott's murder once and for all. Having spotted the all-important picture frame at the B&B, Shirley (Linda Henry) demands answers from Denise about how it got there - explaining that it was the weapon used to kill Heather. Although Denise (Diane Parish) believes that the police should be informed immediately, Shirley doesn't trust them following their lack of success in the investigation so far - so she instead follows (more)...
- 8/13/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders killer Ben Mitchell may cause his own downfall next week when he lets his guilty secret slip out during a showdown with Shirley Carter. The moment that fans have been waiting for finally arrives in the coming days as Shirley discovers that Ben (Joshua Pascoe) was responsible for the tragic death of her best friend Heather Trott. Shirley (Linda Henry) edges closer to the truth when she pays a visit to Denise Fox (Diane Parish) at the B&B and is stunned by what she spots there - the picture frame that was used to kill Heather. After informing Denise of how significant the frame is, Shirley decides to solve this mystery herself rather than going to the police. She then attempts to track down how the frame ended up at the B&B in the first place. In a discussion with Kim and Cora, Shirley soon learns that...
- 8/6/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Kim Fox comes under fire on the day of the B&B's grand re-opening in tonight's (June 1) EastEnders episode. While Denise gets up early to prepare for the busy time ahead, Kim (Tameka Empson) prefers to get her beauty sleep instead. Later, when she finally wakes up, Kim decides to give out orders rather than contributing herself. As the day continues, Kim even attempts to head out to the beauty salon while everyone else is hard at work, and it's not long before Denise (Diane Parish) reaches the end of her tether! (more)...
- 6/1/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
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Single Handed, Set Two
Originally, Single Handed was produced by Rte for broadcast in Ireland but London based ITV bought the rights to show the rural cop drama and it quickly became a hit in Britain. Season two was co-produced by the UK network along with the Dublin based team that were responsible for the original.
In the drama, Owen McDonnell plays Jack Driscoll who is a surprisingly laid back police officer who is for the most part single-handedly keeping the folks of the West of Ireland on the straight and narrow. In this box set, Jack Driscoll solves three mysteries each of which lasts two episodes. The stories are real and involve issues such as arson, long lost relatives and out of control teenagers. The setting...
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Single Handed, Set Two
Originally, Single Handed was produced by Rte for broadcast in Ireland but London based ITV bought the rights to show the rural cop drama and it quickly became a hit in Britain. Season two was co-produced by the UK network along with the Dublin based team that were responsible for the original.
In the drama, Owen McDonnell plays Jack Driscoll who is a surprisingly laid back police officer who is for the most part single-handedly keeping the folks of the West of Ireland on the straight and narrow. In this box set, Jack Driscoll solves three mysteries each of which lasts two episodes. The stories are real and involve issues such as arson, long lost relatives and out of control teenagers. The setting...
- 3/4/2012
- by admin
EastEnders' Zainab is forced to revisit her memories of evil Yusef next week. Zainab (Nina Wadia) feels uncomfortable when Masood (Nitin Ganatra) arrives at the Minute Mart to hand her an envelope addressed to 'Mrs Khan', as she knows it will be a letter from her solicitor to discuss Yusef's will. The shop worker feels worse when colleague Denise Fox (Diane Parish) starts asking awkward questions about the money, feeling that she has a right to know what's going on after the devastating damage that Yusef did to the B&B. Zainab (more)...
- 2/21/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders' Denise Fox kicks off the New Year with a bang this week as she launches a one-woman campaign to bring down Phil Mitchell. Denise (Diane Parish) will soon be left furious when she discovers that the police have released Phil without charge after holding him over Kevin's death. Taking matters into her own hands, Denise puts up posters all over the Square which brand Phil a murderer - before heading over to The Arches for a furious showdown with the Albert Square hardman. Phil (Steve McFadden) is initially unaware that anyone has entered the garage as he is working on a car. However, suddenly the engine starts up and viewers will see that Denise is at the wheel - full of rage. A scared Phil is pinned between the wall and the car as vengeful Denise revs the engine. Will Denise see sense or will she try to...
- 1/1/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders star Diane Parish has revealed that she is delighted over her role in this year's Christmas episodes. The actress's character Denise Fox returns to the forefront of the soap next week as she becomes embroiled in the ongoing Yusef Khan (Ace Bhatti) storyline. When Denise discovers Yusef's abuse of her friend Zainab Masood (Nina Wadia), she joins forces with Masood Ahmed (Nitin Ganatra) in an attempt to rescue her. Parish told BBC Breakfast today: "That's fantastic, because we get to move around the Square and be involved in all of the characters' different situations. The fact that Denise is a very good friend of Zainab's, that kicks her into another mode. "It's usually Denise that's on the wrong side of the trouble! But this time, she sort of comes to the rescue a little bit with (more)...
- 12/15/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders star Tameka Empson has revealed that the Fox sisters will stand up to Phil Mitchell after they receive incriminating evidence against him on Christmas Day. Kim and Denise (Diane Parish) are left stunned over the festive season when they are sent a Usb stick which contains a recording of Phil confessing to his role in the death of Kevin Wicks. The Usb stick is placed in a mysterious package which ends up under Denise's Christmas tree - seemingly the latest stunt pulled by Phil's stalker. Empson, who plays Kim, told Inside Soap: "When all the information about Kevin Wicks and Phil blows up, it comes out of nowhere for the Fox girls. Kevin's death was way before Kim's time, so she's bewildered by the whole thing. They wonder why someone would tell them about such a thing on Christmas Day." However, she continued: "Kim (more)...
- 12/8/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders' Denise Fox and Ben Mitchell have become the latest characters to be officially named as suspects in the Phil stalker mystery. The pair, played by Diane Parish and Joshua Pascoe respectively, are the ninth and tenth possible culprits to be unveiled on the soap's official website. EastEnders fans have tipped Denise as a likely perpetrator for some time as she has recently clashed with Phil (Steve McFadden) and has the biggest motive to dredge up the matter of Kevin's death. Meanwhile, Ben remains the bookies' favourite to be revealed as the stalker after Phil struggled to accept his sexuality. EastEnders bosses have previously put Michael Moon (Steve John Shepherd), Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks), Rainie Cross (Tanya Franks), Jay Mitchell (Jamie Borthwick), (more)...
- 12/7/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders' Masood Ahmed receives a shock in Thursday night's episode as he learns that Zainab and Yusef are planning to move to Pakistan. Although Zainab (Nina Wadia) lets her ex-partner know that she is about to marry Yusef (Ace Bhatti), she neglects to mention their plans to leave the country - so Masood only hears what's going on when Denise mentions it. Masood (Nitin Ganatra) is stunned by the news and immediately tells Denise (Diane Parish) that he doesn't (more)...
- 12/7/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
New pictures have been released today showing EastEnders and Coronation Street's special Children In Need crossover. As announced last week, stars from both soaps recently teamed up to film a one-off mini-episode which sees residents of Weatherfield descend on Walford and vice versa. Scenes include Liz McDonald (Beverley Callard) taking a place behind the bar at the Queen Vic, Gail Platt (Helen Worth) and Denise Johnson (Diane Parish) meeting at Kathy's café, and Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) losing her temper with Michelle Connor (Kym Marsh). Speaking of the charity special, Beverley Callard commented: "I've visited the EastEnders set many years ago but this is the first time I've worked on it and it was great. We've had a great time and the script is so funny. It's so good." Diane Parish (more)...
- 11/17/2010
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders star Lindsey Coulson has revealed that she wants her character Carol Jackson to develop more friendships on Albert Square. In recent days, viewers have seen the troubled mum left devastated following the shock death of her beloved son Billie, who passed away after his booze-fuelled birthday party. Speaking to Inside Soap, Coulson admitted that she is keen to see Carol strike up bonds with Shirley Carter (Linda Henry) and Denise Johnson (Diane Parish) in the aftermath of the tragedy. Coulson commented: "Wouldn't it be great to see Carol get friendly (more)...
- 10/14/2010
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders star Belinda Owusu has filmed her final scenes for the soap, she has confirmed. Speaking to Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford on ITV1's This Morning yesterday, the 21-year-old actress - who plays Libby Fox - admitted that she was unable to look at her co-star Diane Parish (Denise) during their "emotional" on-screen farewell. She explained: "It was weird. I always say it was a bit like leaving school (more)...
- 7/27/2010
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Diane Parish has revealed that Denise's "explosive" showdown with Lucas at the end of the week will cause "real tears and upset". Parish, 40, also claimed that her alter ego will stay single in the aftermath of her husband's serial-killing ways. She exclusively told Digital Spy: "There's some explosive stuff [this week]. I think there's going to be some real tears and upset. In terms of where it goes from there - it ain't over until the fat lady sings when it comes to Denise! (more)...
- 7/27/2010
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Lacey Turner has been nominated for Best Actress at the Inside Soap Awards for the fifth year running. The actress - who plays market stall worker Stacey Branning in the BBC One show - has been shortlisted for the exclusive gong once again in the 2010 TV ceremony which will take place in September. Last year's winner Lacey - who is set to leave Albert Square later this year - is up against her 'EastEnders' co-stars Nina Wadia (Zainab Masood) and Diane Parish (Denise Johnson) and nine other soap beauties for the award. She has also been named as one of the hopefuls ..
- 7/13/2010
- Virgin Media - TV
The nominations for the 15th annual Inside Soap Awards have been announced. Readers have the chance to vote in 15 categories from today, to determine a shortlist which will be announced in September. New gongs this year include the 'Best Daytime' category, 'Best Wedding' and 'Best Stunt'. EastEnders star Lacey Turner (Stacey Branning) is in the running to scoop 'Best Actress' for the fifth year in a row. She faces competition from fellow Walford stars Nina Wadia (Zainab Masood) and Diane Parish (Denise Johnson). Coronation Street is represented by Sally Dynevor (Sally Webster), Alison King (Carla Connor) and Katherine Kelly (Becky McDonald). Amanda Donohoe (Natasha Wylde) and Carley Stenson (Steph Cunningham) are among those nominated from Emmerdale and Hollyoaks respectively. Last year's victor, Coronation (more)...
- 7/13/2010
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
The BBC has dismissed complaints that EastEnders' current storyline featuring Lucas Johnson (Don Gilet) is offensive to Christians. Viewers have seen Johnson murder his wife's ex-husband and leave his own ex-wife to die following an accident. Most recent scenes aired appeared to show the preacher strangle wife Denise (Diane Parish). The BBC said in a statement: "Lucas is certainly not intended to be representative of Christians. He is a very damaged and dangerous individual who has created a twisted version of the Christian 'faith' in his mind to hide behind and to convince himself that his actions are acceptable. As the story unfolds, we will see other characters questioning Lucas's claim (more)...
- 7/12/2010
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
Diane Parish thinks it will be a ''miracle'' if her 'EastEnders' character isn't murdered by her husband. The actress - who portrays Denise Johnson in the BBC One soap - admits her alter-ego has troublesome times ahead, after her murderer spouse Lucas Johnson (Don Gilet) takes her hostage in his car and tells her he killed his ex-wife and her ex-husband. She said: ''Lucas is so calm that it's eerie. He tells her that today is a special day and she's going to be baptised. Denise has always struggled with his religious fervour, but tries to play along because he really could do ..
- 6/29/2010
- Virgin Media - TV
Denise Johnson is set to make a horrific discovery in 'EastEnders'. The preacher's wife, played by Diane Parish, is bundled into a car and taken to a mysterious flat by her serial-killer husband Lucas Johnson (Don Gilet) when she confronts him about after finding make-up on his shirt and a condom in his pocket. Diane, who has played the shop assistant for four years, said: ''She's very uneasy, and reluctant to get into the car with him. But he wants her to see what's behind his suspicious behaviour, so she has no choice except to go with him for answers.'' Little does Denise know, ..
- 6/11/2010
- Virgin Media - TV
'EastEnders' Lucas Johnson tries to kill his wife. The murderous preacher - played by Don Gilet - ''snaps'' while driving with Denise (Diane Parish), attacking her before throwing her lifeless body in the canal, disposing of her mobile phone and purse and smashing the window of their vehicle in a bid to make it appear someone else was involved. A source told The Sun newspaper: ''He snaps and throttles her. She is seen fighting him off, and kicking at the windows, before going limp. ''He then puts on black leather gloves, and pushes her into the canal; and saunters away.'' However, his scheme doesn't go ..
- 5/5/2010
- Virgin Media - TV
EastEnders' executive producer Diederick Santer has revealed that "brilliant" twists are planned for the soap's ongoing Lucas Johnson plotline. Sinister man of the cloth Lucas, played by Don Gilet, was seen accidentally killing his wife Trina (Sharon Duncan-Brewster) in September this year. He then hastily covered up his involvement in her passing. Meanwhile, last month, the priest claimed a second victim when he targeted Owen Turner (Lee Ross), the ex-husband of his new partner Denise (Diane Parish). Speaking about the character's future in an interview with Digital Spy, Santer teased: "Lucas is doing the Lord's work and who knows what that's doing to his head - maybe he'll kill again. "Lucas's story is (more)...
- 12/18/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Lucas (Don Gilet) and Denise (Diane Parish) finally tie the knot during tonight's hour-long edition of EastEnders, but the day is marred for Walford's pastor by Owen's (Lee Ross) ongoing murder accusations. Following a brutal showdown with Owen in the wedding car, Lucas arrives at his wedding and happily exchanges vows with Denise, who is completely unaware of the latest turn of events with Owen. How will (more)...
- 11/26/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Denise's (Diane Parish) ex-husband Owen (Lee Ross) crashes her hen night during this evening's episode of EastEnders and demands that she rethink her decision to marry Lucas (Don Gilet). With his suspicions about Lucas's true nature at the forefront of his mind, Owen storms into The Vic and brings the party to a halt. Denise is furious by his claims about her husband-to-be, while Libby (more)...
- 11/24/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
EastEnders actor Don Gilet has insisted that his character Lucas Johnson does not simply regard Denise Wicks as a trophy partner. Troubled priest Lucas will be seen killing off Denise's ex-husband Owen Turner (Lee Ross) next week after his suspicions threaten to spoil their wedding plans. Speaking in an interview with Digital Spy, Gilet explained that Lucas and Denise's (Diane Parish) relationship cannot be classed purely as true love nor a marriage of convenience, describing the shop assistant as "the good woman [Lucas] thinks he should have". "It's not quite as simple as a token wife. She's a strong woman and she's his rock, so if those two can survive, they can take on the world," Gilet commented. He continued: "[Lucas has] found a woman who's strong-willed, strong-minded, a good mother (more)...
- 11/19/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders actor Don Gilet has admitted that he does not know what to expect next from his sinister Walford character Lucas Johnson. Viewers have already seen man of the cloth Lucas accidentally killing wife Trina (Sharon Duncan-Brewster) before desperately covering up his involvement in her death. In next week's episodes of the Walford-based drama, Lucas's menacing side will emerge again as he bumps off Owen Turner (Lee Ross), the ex-husband of his fiancée Denise Wicks (Diane Parish). Discussing how Lucas's storyline could continue, Gilet told Digital Spy: "I really don't know. Using common sense you feel there's a natural end to certain things - there's an arc of a story - and you think how long can you get away with this? Is there more to him? Is he likely (more)...
- 11/17/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders holier-than-thou priest Lucas Johnson is to commit murder at the end of the month when he kills his fiancée's ex-husband Owen Turner. In a one-hour episode, Lucas - played by Babyfather actor Don Gilet - reaches boiling point with Owen (Lee Ross) on his wedding day to Denise (Diane Parish) as Owen continues to push for the truth about Trina's (Sharon Duncan-Brewster) death. On the eve of Lucas's nuptials, Owen realises the true extent of Lucas's involvement in his ex-wife's demise and confronts Walford's man of the cloth with his beliefs. However, (more)...
- 11/6/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Liz Turner (Kate Williams) is worried by her son Owen's (Lee Ross) return to Walford during tonight's episode of EastEnders, expressing her concerns that he'll return to his old ways. Having served time for trying to kill his daughter Libby (Belinda Owusu), Owen hopes to reconnect with his estranged family, including his former lover Denise (Diane Parish). Liz takes Owen home (more)...
- 10/13/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Desmond's actor Robbie Gee is to make a guest appearance in EastEnders, Digital Spy can exclusively confirm. The 45-year-old - who played the part of Lee Graham on the Channel 4 sitcom - takes on the role of Dexter, the boyfriend of Denise Fox's (Diane Parish) sister Kim. Comedienne Tameka Empson, meanwhile, will portray Chelsea (Tiana Benjamin) and Libby's (Belinda Owusu) Auntie Kim, who has been referenced many times in scripts since Denise's arrival. The pair will turn up in Walford in time for Denise's wedding to her old flame Lucas Johnson (Don Gilet). A Walford source (more)...
- 9/16/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
BBC soap EastEnders has filmed a last-minute scene to be edited into tonight's episode referencing Michael Jackson's death, Digital Spy can exclusively reveal. A scene towards the beginning of the episode will see Denise Wicks (Diane Parish) wish her surrogate father Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) a happy birthday, before mentioning the sad news of Jackson's passing. The show will also contain a track from the King Of Pop playing in the background of a scene elsewhere in the episode. EastEnders' executive producer Diederick Santer said: "There are some news stories and events which get everyone talking, and this is one of them. Given the quick turnaround, it's only a small scene, but I hope it reflects to some extent the impact Michael Jackson's death has had." Over the years, EastEnders has filmed several (more)...
- 6/26/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Former EastEnders stars Lee Ross and Kate Williams are to return to the BBC soap later this year as screen mother and son Owen and Liz Turner. Ross, 38, first appeared as Denise Wicks's (Diane Parish) alcoholic ex-husband Owen in June 2006 when he arrived in Walford to make contact with his daughter Libby (Belinda Owusu). During his stay, he rekindled his romance with Denise, but his violent behaviour soon reared its head when he hit her and subsequently held her hostage in her own flat. The police arrested him and he was remanded in custody pending trial. In September 2006, Owen's mother Liz (Williams) visited her son in prison prior to his court appearance, in which he received a six-month custodial sentence, suspended for two years. Following his release, Liz urged her son to start a new life in Wales but at a low ebb, Owen knocked his mother unconscious (more)...
- 6/14/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
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