Saturday, 26 December 2009

A new Mitchell to arrive in Walford

Just as Roxy and Ronnie are laying the ghost of Archie to rest, another one is set to shock them when he turns up at the end of January. It's the brother they never knew existed, Danny Mitchell.

Danny is set to cause a stir when he arrives on the day of Archie's funeral amidst a huge row. Roxy bluntly snaps that they have just buried their father only to be stunned by his response: "I think you might have buried mine too!"

The revelation stops the warring sisters in their tracks, as they've never known about their younger brother. Their mum, Glenda, packed her bags and left her daughters and husband, Archie, when she discovered she was pregnant. Not wanting her manipulative husband to control another of her children, she left for the sake of her unborn son.

The youngest Mitchell sibling is sure to set hearts racing on the Square, as this loveable rogue has bucketfuls of charm. But is Danny all he seems on the surface, or does the latest Mitchell have an ulterior motive for turning up in Walford?

Liam Bergin, who plays Danny says: "The first time I walked into Albert Square and saw the Queen Vic was a very special moment and I'll have that memory forever. All of my onscreen family have made me feel very welcome from the first moment that I met them and I am enjoying every minute working here."

Santer: 'I'm leaving 'Enders in safe hands'

EastEnders' executive producer Diederick Santer has announced that he has strong faith in the talents of his successor Bryan Kirkwood.

In an interview with DS, Santer insisted that he will not need to offer advice to former Hollyoaks boss Kirkwood before making his departure in the New Year

Read More: http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s2/eastenders/news/a191879/santer-im-leaving-enders-in-safe-hands.html

Friday, 25 December 2009

Video: Bianca's Big Question



Bianca has a big question for Ricky and he has an even bigger answer.

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Thursday, 24 December 2009

Marc Elliott plans festive TV

'EastEnders' star Marc Elliott will watch the soap on Christmas Day (25.12.09).

The handsome actor who plays Syed Masood in the series will sit with his family and watch the festive special of the show after a relaxing day.

He said: "My twin sister, Sophie, is a massive fan, so we always have it on at our mum's house, which is where we spend Christmas.

"But it's New Year's Day (31.12.09) that'll be big for the Masood family, because it's Syed and Amira's wedding then."

Marc's co-star John Partridge who plays Syed's on screen lover Christian Clarke in the soap is looking forward to a peaceful Christmas.

He said: "I really like spending time with my family. We all lead such busy lives.

"At Christmas, we get the chance to be together and remind each other that we all love each other."

John has had a busy time in the soap recently and his gay affair with Muslim Syed is about to explode on New Year's Day, with Syed's mother Zainab finding out about their relationship.

Source - Virgin Media

Video: E20

EastEnders: E20 introduces Zsa Zsa Carter, Fatboy, Leon Small and Mercy Olubunmi, who crash into the Square seeking solace from family life.

With nowhere to live and no one else to turn to they begin to depend on one another for support.

The foursome end up squatting together in 89b George Street and the highs and lows of their shared problems cement their friendship forever.



Zsa Zsa



Leon Small



Mercy



Fatboy



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Kara Tointon 'cutting down on Christmas presents'

Kara Tointon has admitted she has cut down on her Christmas presents this year.

The former EastEnders actress, who is starring alongside real-life boyfriend Joe Swash in a pantomime production of Snow White at the Bristol Hippodrome, said that as her family got bigger they decided to not buy as many gifts for each other.

"We've actually decided to chill out on the present thing because my family, we get bigger and bigger every year," said Kara.

She went on: "It's got to the point where on Christmas Eve I'm running around the shopping mall sweating and thinking 'oh my God, am I going to make it?'.

"And then all of a sudden I wrap it up and it's Christmas Day, it's all over and I haven't really enjoyed Christmas.

"So this year we've said one lovely gift each, and we'll enjoy going for dinners and enjoying the Christmas period without being ridiculous."

Kara also revealed she was looking forward to eating lots this Christmas.

"I love being at home, eating lots of food - lots of desserts," she laughed.

Source - Whats on tv

Lamb: 'EastEnders has made me reflect'

Larry Lamb has revealed that playing Archie Mitchell on EastEnders has caused him to reconsider his troubled childhood.

The 62-year-old actor had previously spoken about how he based the villainous character on his late father, who he described as a "skilled psychological bully" and a "crazy man

Read More: http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s2/eastenders/news/a192006/lamb-eastenders-has-made-me-reflect.html

EastEnders boss denies "cast exodus" claims

EastEnders' executive producer Diederick Santer has rubbished rumours that cast members are leaving because of the soap's forthcoming regime change.

Santer announced last month that he was to bow out as the show's boss after its forthcoming 25th anniversary week. He will be replaced in the role by former Hollyoaks producer Bryan Kirkwood.

Read More: http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s2/eastenders/news/a191883/enders-boss-denies-cast-exodus-claims.html

Preeya: Larry's gorgeous

Evil Archie Mitchell isn't the obvious choice for a Walford crush, but co-star Preeya Kalidas reckons otherwise.

The actress, who plays Amira Shah in the BBC soap, even described Larry Lamb, who plays the villain, as "gorgeous".

"He's so gorgeous - but also a really nice man, really funny," she told Radio 1 Newsbeat.

The 29-year-old star is understandably upset that the 62-year-old - whose character Archie will be killed off on Christmas Day will be leaving Walford.

"I was really upset he was leaving because he's such a great part of the cast and I think Barbara Windsor and him make a good match," Preeya said.

"I did chat to him and he's really sad to leave, but he does have some really exciting projects coming up as well."

Source - Holy Soap

Wednesday, 23 December 2009

Video: Will Syed Leave With Christian?



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