[153] Ben tells Lauren about this, and Lauren asks Josh about Project Dagmar, but he has no knowledge of it, so questions Luke. Went to live with his dad when lockdown started 63 Kim finds out Denise has decided to keep the adoption plans for him and both Emerald and Kim are upset with her. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Zayan Scott, played by Alex Blake, appears in the episode first broadcast on 6 February 2017. It was later announced that Woody would be promoted to a regular role and that Ryan had signed a one-year contract with the show. They are joined by Max and their uncle Hugo Browning (Simon Williams).[120]. Other fans speculated that she could begin a relationship with Jack due to his reputation as a womaniser. All characters are introduced by the show's executive producer Sean O'Connor or, from 27 November, his successor as executive consultant, John Yorke. Felix Moore (George Maguire), a market trader, debuted in July. Aidan Maguire (Patrick Bergin) arrived in November, while Kandice Taylor (Hannah Spearritt), Karen's sister, and Abi Branning, the daughter of Abi Branning (Lorna Fitzgerald) and Steven Beale (Aaron Sidwell), made their first appearance in December. Read more:EastEnders SPOILER: Stacey and Kat torn apart. He found it obvious that he is living "a full and colourful life" and looked forward to the public reaction. When Bailey discovered Karen was involved she was distraught and Mitch was angry. [146] Josh tells Lauren that Abi has invited him to her 21st birthday party, realising that Lauren lied to Abi that he is unavailable. When Stacey cheats on Martin with Max in December 2017, she leaves Walford with Arthur, Hope and her daughter, Lily Fowler (Aine Garvey). Karen agrees that Billy can have Bronson for a few nights for Janet. Classification On Thursday night (May 30), the matriarch was devastated in the aftermath of her sons Chatham and Riley being targeted by Dennis Mitchell in a vicious and cruel unprovoked attack. Bernadette plays in a tournament, but is beaten, however, she is asked to join the chess club. Keegan cheats on Tiffany with Dotty in August 2021- despite Keegans friend Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) having feelings for Dotty. She forces them to end the affair, but she learns that Keanu and Sharon are still sleeping together, so she confronts Sharon. Keegan apologises, saying that he would have spent time with her even if he was not paid, and tells her not to change. [79] Sharon wants to meet Travis, inviting him for dinner, but Louise calls it off when Madison and Alexandra tells her he is only interested in sex. "[32] Kilkelly later named Morris one of "Soapland's rising stars", praising the decision to introduce a family for Keegan and suggested that this could be used as "a great opportunity to explore Keegan and what makes him tick". Riley and Chatham arrive at the new flat on Albert Square after spending time with their sister, Chantelle. Frank|Freddie Mercury|Freida|Genghis|Gilbert|Gloria|Gumbo|Heathcliff|Hercules|Joey|Joey|Lady Di|Lionel|Lovebirds|Mandoo|Marge|Marge (II)|Marilyn|Musty|Neville| Keegan refuses and hides when a trio of gang members whom the bike belongs to enter The Queen Victoria public house and ask for his whereabouts. As Bex is revulsed by the taste, Alexandra and Louise emerge, filming Bex's reaction, saying it was cat faeces. A diverse array of writers, from all over the country get together with their story team and producers on a regular basis and they talk about what they're seeing. Mitch and Bailey can leaves. [243], Riley Taylor, played by Tom Jacobs, first appears in the episode broadcast on 15 June 2017,[205][19] along with his mother Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) and siblings Keanu (Danny Walters), Bernadette (Clair Norris) and Chatham (Alfie Jacobs). [182] When a gas tank explodes outside the couple's flat, it smashes their windows and debris flies through. Phil finds his son and holds him, but then leaves the hospital, having accepted Denise's decision. BBC/Jack Barnes Vincent tries to hurry through the sale of the Albert and tells Aidan that he will have his money in four weeks but Aidan demands an immediate bank transfer and has Vincent beaten up when he refuses. At that moment, Sharon, Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) walk in and Sharon hits him over the head with a vase, knocking him unconscious. Samantha Mae Abad While they werent really physically hurt, the pair were clearly upset causing Karen to swear revenge on whoever had hurt them. Keanu insists to Ted and Joyce that they played no part in the break-in and Joyce is grateful when Keanu offers to board up their window. [29] Louise is distressed when her mother Lisa Fowler (Lucy Benjamin) and Bex arrange for Travis to visit her, because she does not want him to see her in that condition but he gives Louise a promise ring, leaving Louise happy. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Keanu tries to convince her not to, as it had belonged to his grandmother. [98] Louise decides to end her relationship with Travis. Bailey first arrived in the Square with her dad, Mitch. "[249] Following Ingrid's departure, Tyler voiced her suspicion that there was a storyline planned for Ingrid, but it was cancelled.[250]. "[214] In August 2017, Walters was longlisted for Best Newcomer and Sexiest Male at the Inside Soap Awards. Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| O'Connor explained the character's backstory, which states he worked in several drinking establishments "around the world" before deciding to "put down some roots". Later, when Bernadette attempts to unlock the phone, Jane calls before a panic Bernadette puts the phone under the bed. [21], Keegan tells Louise and her stepmother, Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) that Dennis Rickman Jnr (Bleu Landau), Sharon's son, told him about Louise's birthmark and Keegan apologises. [137] The showing of graffiti reading "Poles go home" following the Polish-themed night was criticised by some viewers as showing anti-Brexit bias from the BBC, however, writer Leo Richardson defended his script, saying "That story was rooted in reality. [157] Josh visits Lauren and tells her the development can be stopped, but he needs her help whilst he accesses James's computer that has documents to prove that James bribes council officials. Josh asks Lauren if she wants to celebrate with them but she tells him that she needs to go somewhere but she will not be long. When regaining consciousness, Keegan asks for Shakil, who is also rushed to hospital when found with fatal wounds. Ted and Joyce find that they have been burgled and Ted blames the Taylors and the police question them. Chatham Taylor Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), the landlady of The Queen Victoria, advertises for bar staff and Keanu hands in his CV to her and her husband, Mick Carter (Danny Dyer). EastEnders tragedy as beloved resident's death sealed after diagnosis? [18] Madison and Alexandra then tell Louise that Keegan has chlamydia and he gave it to another student. Despite this, the pair become closer and Keegan and Tiffany enjoy a summer romance throughout 2019, which evolves even further throughout the year. Love how shes so protective of her kids.. Chatham and Riley Taylor are real life brothers as well as on the soap. He said the Taylors will "bring the breath of fresh air that" the Jackson family did upon their arrival and like other established, popular EastEnders families, they "will divide opinion, but within six months, I [O'Connor] think the audience will love them" and "will help re-calibrate what the show is." Karen discovers that her son Keanu is having an affair with her married rival Sharon. [238] When Bernadette suffers a miscarriage, Daniel Kilkelly from Digital Spy called it a "tragic" and "upsetting" turn.[239]. [271] Her great-uncle, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), visits the hospital after her great-grandmother, Cora Cross (Ann Mitchell), suggests that Max would kidnap the baby as punishment for being banned from the funeral. Chatham and Riley arrive at the new flat on Albert Square after spending time with their sister, Chantelle. Keegan discovers Carmel's lie, and this leads to a confrontation between Karen and Carmel, but Karen understands Carmel's reasons behind the lie and forces Keegan to apologise to Carmel. He said the Taylors will "bring the breath of fresh air that" the Jackson family did upon their arrival and like other established, popular EastEnders families, they "will divide opinion, but within six months, I [O'Connor] think the audience will love them" and "will help re-calibrate what the show is." Bex, who has just made her relationship with Preston "official", does not believe her, but then sees Preston touching Michelle and Michelle flinching, so publicly asks Michelle if she is having sex with her boyfriend. [102] Gethin then moves into one of Jack's flats. The following month, Preston Cooper (Martin Anzor), a student with whom Michelle Fowler (Jenna Russell) had an illegal relationship in the United States, and Konrad Topolski (Piotr Baumann), a love interest for Shirley Carter (Linda Henry), made their first appearances. [7] Keegan gets himself off the bus and films the incident and takes the opportunity to steal cigarettes from the local shop, and pushes Emerald Fox (Doa Croll) when she tries to stop him. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. EastEnders viewer Kandice Taylor (Hannah Spearritt) hasn't been seen on the show since December 2018 but she has been mentioned several times by her older sister. [113] When Janet Mitchell (Grace) is knocked over accidentally by Tina Carter (Luisa Bradshaw-White), Janet's father Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) wants to get Janet a dog. The siblings - played by Alfie and Tom Jacobs - first joined the EastEnders cast back in June last year, alongside on-screen mum Karen (Lorraine Stanley), older brother Keanu (Danny Walters) and sister Bernadette (Clair Norris). ", "EastEnders airs a shock exit for Lee Ryan's character Woody but will he be back? Tasha Hegarty of Digital Spy referred to Josh as a Clark Kent lookalike who also resembles Hollyoaks character Will Savage (James Atherton), adding "Will Savage's face isn't one you can trust, is it? [155] When Luke sacks Lauren for refusing to serve an eviction notice on Steven's father, Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt), Josh gives Lauren a copy of Max's contract that shows he is owed 20%, after Max's copy was destroyed by James. [106] Gethin tells Bex he cannot tutor her in music, but has found a new tutor. Before Emerald leaves Walford, Denise defends Kim to Emerald and Kim says she is thankful for her sister, to which Emerald states that they are not sisters. "[186] Timothy explained that Ted and Joyce were neighbours with Dot and "whether old animosities between Dot and the Murrays will resurface" and that "Joyce looks set to get annoyed with her husband when she discovers that he's broken a promise and brought a piece of their past with him. [66] Louise, Madison and Alexandra deny any involvement. Theres quite a lot of involvement with every member of the Taylor's at the moment given the exception of Chatham & Riley. Karen, Keanu and Bernadette move to Albert Square and upset the residents with their rowdy behaviour. Bloody brilliant.. [94], James-Phelps' casting in EastEnders was announced by Beresford Management. So didn't deserve all this #EastEnders @bbceastenders pic.twitter.com/srPDQUrCjb, Callum Richards (@calric1998) May 30, 2019, Aww Karen I just wanna give her a hug shes been through so much #eastenders, tasha louise | (@eds_afterglow) May 30, 2019, lesley watkins (@lesleywatkin121) May 30, 2019, https://twitter.com/Sarah_Tessax/status/1134166813909159936, I think The Taylors could be the best family since The Fowlers. [18] Tom meets Michelle on the train again, this time when she is working late and he claims to have a day off from work. Keanu finds Julie crying and they both admit it is their first time being and using an escort and Julie opens up about her ex-husband to Keanu. They leave and order Louise to come with them. Michelle later sees Preston with her niece, Bex Fowler (Jasmine Armfield). [26] Madison and Alexandra receive external exclusions and are banned from the school prom. The Square will never be quite the same again"[213], Ingrid Solberg, played by Pernille Broch, first appears in the episode broadcast on 22 June 2017. Bernadette wants to keep the baby and Karen tries to talk her out of it, but allows Bernadette to make her own choice. An EastEnders source said, "It's nothing short of a miracle to get someone to talk to you on the Tube in London, so Michelle should feel extremely flattered! They would need to put on a united front to ensure their daughter, Bailey Baker (Kara-Leah Fernandes), isn't too affected by the departure of her family members. But though they may lack cash, the Taylors have love and warmth in spades. "[174] Woody departed the serial in the episode broadcast on 28 November 2017 after agreeing to manage a bar in Spain. [178] Ted and Joyce meet up with a friend, Joan Murfield (Eileen Davies), and talk about a family they describe as being "neighbours from hell" who nearly killed Joan. The Taylors (pictured top, left to right): The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. [279] After Max returns to Walford after a break away, he and his new wife, Abi's great-aunt Rainie Branning (Tanya Franks), visit Abi, who is being cared for by Cora, and vows to get her back. After Keegan's initial hostility, he admits to Karen that he blames himself for Bernadette's miscarriage as he was not there for her. I couldnt protect them from that!. Two real-life brothers, an actress who has played TWO previous roles in EastEnders, a bloke from Benidorm and a bearded dragon called Rooney - this is the new "not-to-be-messed-with" EastEnders family. [94] Michelle starts to research Tom online,[199] and at their dinner, he is unaware that she is filming everything on her phone. They finally introduce themselves and Tom says he is widowed. Maguire's casting in EastEnders was reported on 24 June 2017, when it was said that Maguire had signed a 200,000 contract to help increase the show's ratings. As well as Chantelle and Gray, viewers have also bid farewell to the likes of Karen's daughter, Bernadette Taylor (Clair Norris), who will be making a return at some point this year. [283] Fitzgerald said that Abi is "just so happy" to be having a baby so she can receive "unconditional love", which Abi longs for as she "keeps losing that" within her family and with the death of Steven. Mitch seduces Karen at the launderette whilst she is working and when Karen brings Mitch home, Keegan, Keanu and Bernadette do not want Mitch's presence, but Karen later sneaks him into the flat. In 2020, Raymond returned to the serial following the death of his adoptive parents in a car accident. Karen and Mitch should be adopting Mack and Mia. Catch EastEnders tonight at 7:30pm on BBC One. [110] Tom then starts troubling the Mitchell household, where Michelle lives, with persistent silent phone calls, prompting Michelle and Sharon to report him to the police. But until then, fans were heartbroken for Karen who just wanted to wrap Chatham and Riley who have learning difficulties up in cotton wool. [264] Vincent is angry about Aidan's meetings being in the Albert so he tells Aidan he does not want to be involved; Aidan convinces him that he is the right person for the job while also making a threat, so Vincent agrees to come back on board. The softball season is a just about a month old and many players around the state have made a significant impact so far in 2023. After repeated lateness, Jack asks Ingrid to move in with him and the children, which she happily accepts.[26]. She later forced son Keegan to return Stacey's missing phone. Keanu is very grateful to live at No.23 Albert Square and will try his very best not to disturb the peace in the Square. But will they find her before someone else does? When Louises father Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) arrives home, he interrupts Louise and Keegan who have undressed to their underwear, much to the pairs embarrassment. Later, Josh admits flirting with Abi to get a reaction from Lauren, but she insists she does not want to cheat on Steven and tells him not to go after Abi. [13] This leads to the police becoming involved, and a naked photo of Shakil is found. EastEnders spoilers: Mia Atkins and Mackenzie Atkins will learn about Gray, Holding viewers 'switch off' ITV drama after '10 minutes', EastEnders spoilers: Mia Atkins and Mackenzie Atkins could bid farewell to Karen, EastEnders' Jessica Plummer forgoes underwear in daring lace-up gown, Tamzin Outhwaite left 'in tears' over Liverpool's tribute to Ukraine, Danny Dyer health: Star on mental health 'struggle' and Covid fear. She rocked up to Walford with her brood of Chantelle, Keegan, Keanu, Bernadette, Chatham and Riley in tow. Michelle insists that he should go home. [67] Eyre finished filming with the serial in February 2018,[139] and he departed on 16 February 2018. Young actor Kara-Leah Fernandes has played Bailey since 2018. He made his first appearance on 15 June 2017 and his last appearance on 26 May 2020. Karen is a twenty-a-day lioness, bringing up her kids with no support, no money and a very loud mouth. Daran Little originally pitched the Taylor as being 2 boys and a girl to DTC but there wasn't space for them - SOC was on board for it though. [148] However Felix is annoyed when Robbie has a change of heart and decides to return the pitch to Donna. Belle Taylor Mia Atkins After the exam, Freda buys Denise a drink and says that although she found the exam tricky, she was enjoyed studying and that even if she fails, it was worth it as it is better than cleaning people's houses, which is her job. [219] That year, she was also nominated at the Inside Soap Awards for Funniest Female. Riley Taylor is the son of Karen Taylor, brother of Chatham and half-brother of Keanu, Keegan, Chantelle and Bernadette. "[35][36][37], Morris was nominated for "Best Newcomer" at the British Soap Awards 2017 for his role as Keegan,[38] but was beaten by Coronation Street actor Rob Mallard.[39]. 23B Albert Square (2017-2020) Newcomer Travis asks her out on a date this week", "EastEnders: Gethin Pryce leaves following showdown with Sonia", "EastEnders fans will be seeing much more of Bex Fowler's school teacher Mr Pryce", "EastEnders spoilers: Three exits air as Fi Browning brings down James Willmott-Brown", "EastEnders viewers SHOCKED by brutally violent scenes amid revenge porn plot", "EastEnders saves Valentine's Day for Michelle Fowler as her American toyboy arrives", "EastEnders: Michelle's toy boy lover arrives in Walford", "EastEnders lines up a new romance for Shirley Carter", "EastEnders reveals new love interest for Shirley Carter", "EastEnders writer defends Poles Go Home scene "that story was rooted in reality", "EastEnders star Eddie Eyre bows out as he finishes filming his role as Josh Hemmings", "Thank you to everyone at @bbceastenders and the wonderful @jacquelineMjos @aaronsidwell and @mrjakedwood who all looked after me and were a pleasure to work with! Lauren is angry with Josh for what his family has done and James tries to comfort a hurt Josh, telling him to earn his father's trust. They're noisy, brash and not-to-be-messed-with. [63] However, due to court fines that Mick is due to pay, he is unable to pay Konrad, until Shirley decides to go to prison for not paying the fines and Mick then pays Konrad. Keegan steals a bike. Jack confronts Woody just before he is about to flee Walford with the money and succeeds in getting him to hand the money over. It is revealed that Woody knows that Linda has had cancer, something she has been keeping from Mick. Keegan punches Callum (Shaun Aylward) when he realises he is the father, but Callum joins the family for the memorial and Bernadette reveals they were going to name their daughter Belle. 2023 BBC. He tells her that he can make things square by killing Bruno himself but Carmel advises him against this. He made his first appearance on 15 June 2017 and his last appearance on 26 May 2020. Whilst James and Fi attend a press launch, Josh downloads the files and Lauren gets arrested when she stages a protest at the launch to hold James and Fi up. Mitch returns to Walford with his daughter Bailey Baker (Kara-Leah Fernandes) and he lies to Karen that Bailey is his friend's daughter. [265] Bernadette meets up with Kandice and emotionally pleads with her to help, but she apologetically refuses to but when the bailiffs are due to visit, Kandice turns up with the money. So, that's the question: is the photocopier guy completely innocent? Chelsea putting Jordan up for adoption is not what I expected #EastEnders. The character and Timothy's casting were announced on 1 April 2017. However, their departure is delayed when Lauren and Abi are rushed to the hospital after falling from the Vic while trying to stop Max from committing suicide, though Lauren appears to be fine soon afterwards. Karen Taylor helped Dinah take her own life, by making sure Bailey was out of the house when her mother died. I really suffered' The Gilded Age star Louisa Jacobson on Marian role. As Chantelle tried to calm her mum down, Karen cried: They are trying to be brave. Jane threatens to expose Steven's tumour lie! [145] Ted and Joyce decide they like their new home as it is peaceful but are then horrified to discover that Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) and her children have moved in above them, as Karen is the woman who caused Joan's nervous breakdown. Keegan's father, Mitch Baker (Roger Griffiths), arrives on Albert Square and he is warned away from the family by Keanu, but he later returns and he shouts for Karen and Keegan at the flat, but Keanu punches him. However, Lloyd claims she is still overdue from the first repayment; he orders bailiffs to remove her television set which upsets Karen. Karen calls a family meeting and vows payback on who ever attacked Riley and Chatham. Despite this, they argue and spill bleach, but later, Masood says he was to blame. Half-Brothers Derek warns Keegan and states that Honey saw him, so Keegan accuses Honey of being racist. He is portrayed by Tom Jacobs . [6] Travis later greets Louise, but she doesn't respond to him. When Louise tells her stepmother, Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean), that Keegan raped her, Sharon confronts Karen, so Karen punches Sharon in the face. [30] Joyce and Ted later receive community service and a suspended sentence respectively, thanks to Ted's psychiatric report and a letter Johnny wrote in their defence. Aidan visits Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), his former prison cellmate, and later Phil sees him shaking hands with Vincent Hubbard (Richard Blackwood). He first appears in the episode broadcast on 17 January 2017,[43] and makes his final appearance in the episode broadcast on 2 November 2017. Bernadette Taylor, played by Clair Norris, first appears in the episode broadcast on 15 June 2017,[205][19] along with her mother Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) and siblings Keanu (Danny Walters), Riley (Tom Jacobs) and Chatham (Alfie Jacobs). [201] Duncan Lindsay from the Metro said Tom "has turned out to be a little bit unsettling as he has snapped pictures of [Michelle] and followed her home" and said that "many have poured scorn on the likelihood of two strangers regularly bumping into each other on packed London trains, [but] it seems that this was less accidental than we were led to believe". [142] When Lauren attends her job interview at Weyland & Co, Josh sees her waiting and compliments her, telling her she will get the job. [43] When Travis Law-Hughes (Alex James-Phelps) greets Louise, they tease her when they notice she has a crush on him. #EastEnders", "EastEnders fans compare Lauren's love interest to Clark Kent as she looks set to cheat on Steven", "EastEnders fans left BAFFLED by new arrival Tom: 'Who the flipping heck is this? 15 June 2017 Travis arranges an area behind the stage with candles for him and Louise. He is a customer in Bridge Street Caf and asks Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) whom to speak to about renting a stall on the market. Madison and Alexandra graffiti "cougar" on a wall, targeted at Michelle. Travis asks Louise if she is ready to have sex but they are both unsure. [207] On 30 September 2021, it was announced that Norris would take a break for an undisclosed period of time. [210] When Donna Yates (Lisa Hammond) is late paying her pitch fees, Robbie Jackson (Dean Gaffney) gives Felix her stall on the market, on which he plans to sell "vintage goods". Mick hides the gun from his wife, Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), but she finds it and he is forced to reveal that Aidan is planning a robbery; she tells him to return the gun or she will leave him. [105] Gethin reassures Bex as she apologises for her actions, but she reminds him he did not stop her. When Karen thinks Bernadette should have friends her own age, she pays Keegan to take Bernadette out, but Bernadette is hurt when he posts an embarrassing photo of her. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! [78] Bex speaks to Louise's step-brother, Dennis Rickman Jnr (Bleu Landau), about the party on Travis's behalf. He went on to say: Karen is a modern day Pauline. Josh tries to get Lauren to admit that her relationship is not working but she refuses. Joyce instructs Ted to keep it out of her way and he opens the box, which has a gun inside. Meanwhile, Chatham and Riley Taylor have not appeared in EastEnders since 2020. Tiffany tells the police that Keegan was with her and the pair discuss their marriage, with Keegan and Tiffany discovering Liams role in their break up. [233] Keegan believes Shakil did not make the pass and Bernadette confides in Keegan that she arranged to see Callum and wants another baby as she misses Belle. In order to ensure the survival of the company, Hugo signs all the properties over to Fi so that she can sell them back to their owners, and the Walford redevelopment plan is abandoned. [19] Josh visits Lauren at home and explains that he did not tell her about Imogen because she had been travelling the world and is only with her to keep their parents happy, but they know their relationship is over. [23] When Keegan is told his 15-year-old half-sister Bernadette Taylor (Clair Norris) is pregnant, he calls her stupid. Alfie Jacobs "[138], Josh Hemmings, played by Eddie Eyre, is a worker of Weyland & Co and colleague of Max Branning (Jake Wood) introduced as a love interest for Max's daughter Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa). Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.