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Johnny Allen (EastEnders)
Johnny Allen is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera ''EastEnders'', played by Billy Murray. He first appeared on 4 January 2005 and became the show's primary antagonist until the character was axed and killed off on 20 October 2006. Hailed as one of the show's biggest villains to date, Johnny was an old East End crime boss who quickly emerged as the new gangland kingpin of Albert Square. He then proceeded to impact his reign through several other characters in the square by going to extreme lengths in order to maintain his control over those around him — most notably in the case of his intense feud against the 'Mitchell Brothers' that consist of both the square's undisputed top-dog Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and his younger brother Grant (Ross Kemp). The character's story arc began with Johnny usurping fellow mob boss Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs) from his position as the square's reigning crime kingpin, which ultimately leads Andy to try and swindle £750,000 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kathleen Hutchison
Kathleen Hutchison is a British television producer, whose credits include ''Playing the Field'', '' Holby City'' (of which she was the Series Producer, then Executive Producer for many years) and ''Casualty @ Holby City''. ''EastEnders'' On 21 September 2004, Hutchison was appointed Executive Producer of the BBC television soap opera '' EastEnders'', after Executive Producer, Louise Berridge, resigned following prolonged critical and public criticism of the show. Hutchison was appointed Executive Producer of EastEnders by Mal Young following a prolonged tenure as Executive Producer and critical acclaim for her work at "Holby". Within a few weeks of Hutchison's appointment Mal Young had moved on, being replaced by John Yorke, a previous Executive Producer of EastEnders. Hutchison was given the task of reversing the fortunes of the BBC's flagship soap; in previous months viewing figures had suffered when up against ITV1's ''Emmerdale''. During her time at EastEnders Hutchison wo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ferreira Family
The Ferreira family are a fictional family from the BBC soap opera ''EastEnders'', that appeared on screen between 2003 and 2005. Created by Tony Jordan and introduced by Louise Berridge as a new Asian family, producers hoped they would become central to the show. However, after Indian actor Dalip Tahil was forced to leave due to a controversy over his work permit, a major plot involving the family had to be scrapped and was replaced with a kidney transplant storyline that was branded "boring". It was later revealed that the dropped storyline involved Dan being murdered by his children and buried in a shallow grave. The characters were also called "unrealistic", "annoying", and "unlikeable" by many of the show's fans and critics. They were blamed for a decline in the show's viewing figures and were eventually axed by Kathleen Hutchison after bosses struggled to find storylines for the family. Jordan later admitted the family's members were "the least successful characters ecreate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stacey Slater
Stacey Slater (also Branning and Fowler) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera ''EastEnders'', portrayed by Lacey Turner. She first appears in episode 2826, originally broadcast on 1 November 2004. The character is introduced as a feisty and troublesome teenager and extension to the already established Slater family. She was created by scriptwriter Tony Jordan with Turner in mind. Producers explored the character's backstory with the introduction of her mother, Jean Slater (Gillian Wright), who has bipolar disorder. They then paired Stacey with Bradley Branning (Charlie Clements) and writers developed a series of problems for their marriage, including an abortion and Stacey's affair with Bradley's father, Max Branning (Jake Wood). In 2009, the character was placed in an issue-led storyline when she is diagnosed with bipolar disorder; the show worked with various charities to develop the story. Writers also incorporated Stacey in the "Who Killed Archie?" plot and revea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mitchell Family
The Mitchell family is a fictional family in ''EastEnders''. They were first introduced in February 1990, when brothers Phil ( Steve McFadden) and Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) bought the local garage – the Arches. Their sister Sam (Danniella Westbrook/Kim Medcalf) was introduced later in 1990 and their mother Peggy (Jo Warne) shortly in 1991, before being reintroduced as a regular character in 1994, with the role recast to Barbara Windsor. Since then, they have been developed significantly to include both the immediate and extended families. Phil has been the longest running Mitchell on the show, and the family has expanded significantly in the years since, remaining a large presence on the square. The Mitchells have mostly been associated with the ownership of local pub The Queen Victoria; Peggy was periodically its landlady between 1995 to 2010. They have also been known for their thuggish ways and their tendency to break the law – most notably Phil and Grant, who have s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Perry Fenwick
Perry Fenwick (born 29 May 1962) is an English actor. He is known for portraying the role of Billy Mitchell (EastEnders), Billy Mitchell in the BBC One, BBC soap opera ''EastEnders'', a role which he has played since 1998. Career Television Fenwick's first regular television role was in the sitcom ''Watching (TV series), Watching''. He has also appeared in ''Inspector Morse (TV series), Inspector Morse'', ''The Brittas Empire'', ''Minder (TV series), Minder'', ''On the Up'', ''The Thin Blue Line (British TV series), The Thin Blue Line'', and ''Bergerac (TV series), Bergerac''. In 1995, Fenwick played a role in the ''Crimewatch File'' episode "Sorry Sarah". He has also appeared in the long-running ITV (TV network), ITV police drama series ''The Bill'' five times, playing a different minor character each time. He appeared in an early episode of ''Casualty (TV series), Casualty'' as a minor character in 1986, and appeared in the show again 10 years later in another minor role. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billy Mitchell (EastEnders)
Billy Mitchell is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera ''EastEnders'', played by Perry Fenwick, who made his first appearance on 2 November 1998. Billy was originally introduced by producer Matthew Robinson (producer), Matthew Robinson as a guest character, facilitating the introduction of Jamie Mitchell (Jack Ryder (actor), Jack Ryder) to the show. Early on, Billy was Jamie's abusive uncle and guardian - which results in Jamie being taken away from Billy by his relative Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). The character was then brought back to the serial on 2 August 1999 and Fenwick was offered a longer-term contract, and Billy ended up becoming a regular character. Frequently portrayed as a small-time criminal, Billy is a luckless resident of Albert Square who often struggles financially. His most prominent storylines include two failed marriages and having a daughter born with Down syndrome. Fenwick filmed his 1000th episode on 6 August 2010, and later his 2000th on 24 Se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charlotte Avery
Charlotte Avery is a British actress. She has a son with Australian actor Craig McLachlan, and two other children. She played Tina Stewart in ''EastEnders'' in 2005, and also played a minor character in 1996. Avery appeared in a National Theatre 80th birthday tribute to Lord Olivier, ''Happy Birthday, Sir Larry'' on 31 May 1987, in the presence of Olivier.Cast list from ''Happy Birthday, Sir Larry'' theatre programme, 31 May 1987 Filmography * ''EastEnders'' – Marie (1996), Tina Stewart (2005) * '' Waking the Dead'' – Christine Murphy (2004) * ''Doctors'' – Bridget Walsh (2004) * '' Murder in Mind'' – Nadine Hadley (2003) * '' Warrior Angels'' – Eve (2002) * '' Dark Blue Perfume'' – Young Katherine (1997) * ''The New Adventures of Robin Hood'' – Gwynedd (1997) * ''The Bill'' – Helen Sims (1997) * '' Thin Ice'' – Natalie (1995) * ''Lady Chatterley'' – Julia Hammond (1993) * ''Rides'' – Sacha (1992) * ''Jeeves and Wooster'' – Mabel (1991) * ''The Famous F ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tina Stewart
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the UK BBC soap opera ''EastEnders'' in 2005, by order of first appearance. Johnny Allen Johnny Allen, played by Billy Murray, first appears in January 2005, and is the father of Ruby Allen (Louisa Lytton). An old East End gangster, Johnny established himself as Walford's crime kingpin upon killing fellow mob boss Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs) and later ordering the death of his friend Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman). He also has relationship with Tina Stewart (Charlotte Avery). He soon becomes central to the Get Johnny Week storyline, in which Grant and Phil Mitchell (Ross Kemp and Steve McFadden) confront Johnny over his role in Dennis' death. The storyline ends with Johnny - at his daughter's urging - handing himself to the police to confess to his life of crime, including his role in the murders of both Andy and Dennis. Nearly seven months later, Johnny ultimately meets his downfall when he learns that Ruby's boyfr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Louisa Lytton
Louisa Claire Lytton (born 7 February 1989) is an English actress. She is known for her roles as Ruby Allen in ''EastEnders'' and Beth Green in ''The Bill''. She also finished fourth in the fourth series of ''Strictly Come Dancing'' in 2006 and represented the UK at the Eurovision Dance Contest 2008, finishing ninth. Her theatre credits include playing Betty Rizzo in the 2017 UK touring production of the musical '' Grease''. Early life Born on 7 February 1989 in the London Borough of Camden, Lytton attended the Sylvia Young Theatre School in Marylebone, London. She is of Italian descent on her mother's side and her first cousin once removed is Lisa Maffia, a member of the So Solid Crew. Career ''EastEnders'' Lytton made her first appearance in ''EastEnders'' on 18 March 2005, playing Johnny Allen's daughter Ruby Allen. In July 2006, weeks after winning the "Sexiest Female" award at the British Soap Awards, it was announced that Lytton would be leaving ''EastEnders'' in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Barbara Windsor
Dame Barbara Windsor (born Barbara Ann Deeks; 6 August 193710 December 2020) was an English actress, known for her roles in the ''Carry On'' films and for playing Peggy Mitchell in the BBC One soap opera, ''EastEnders''." Ten Things You Never Knew About Barbara Windsor" ''Digital Spy'' 23 May 2007 She joined the cast of ''EastEnders'' in 1994 and won the 1999 , before ultimately leaving the show in 2016 when her character was |
Peggy Mitchell
Margaret Ann "Peggy" Mitchell (also Butcher) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera ''EastEnders''. Peggy was initially played by Jo Warne when she first appeared in the episode broadcast on 30 April 1991, featuring in 10 episodes. Peggy was reintroduced in 1994, recast to Barbara Windsor, who made her first appearance in the episode broadcast on 7 November 1994. Peggy became a regular character, and Windsor played the role until she was forced to take a long break due to poor health and departed on 23 May 2003. She returned for two episodes broadcast on 16 and 17 September 2004, before rejoining as a regular character on 8 September 2005. Windsor announced in October 2009 that she would be leaving the show and departed on 10 September 2010. Windsor returned to the show for guest appearances on 20 September 2013, 25 September 2014, 17 February 2015 (as part of the show's 30th anniversary celebrations; see ''EastEnders'' Live Week) and 15 January 2016. She then appear ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jake Maskall
Jake Maskall (born 1971 in England) is an English television, film and theatre actor. Career Jake has guest starred in ''Casualty'' as Paul Vessey and Scobie in ''Murder City''. Jake's most notable role came in the BBC television soap opera ''EastEnders'' where he played ladies' man and bad boy Danny Moon. His character first appeared on 30 December 2004 and was driven out of the show by gangster Johnny Allen seven months later. He returned to EastEnders for a brief stint in March 2006 when the character was killed off by brother Jake Moon (played by Joel Beckett) after it was revealed he had killed Dennis Rickman under Johnny Allen's orders. In 2005, he appeared in '' Stars in Fast Cars''. In theatre he played Andrew in ''Troop'' and in March 2006, he toured across the UK in ''Kind Hearts and Coronets'' playing the lead character Louis Mazzini. Late 2006 saw Jake doing promotion for the department store chain Debenhams. In May 2006, Jake played Aeneas in ''Dido'' (Queen o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
