DANNIELLA Westbrook paid an emotional tribute to her EastEnders mum, Dame Barbara Windsor, calling her "one of the greatest actresses".
The EastEnders and Carry On star died last night at her London care home, six years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Danniella first appeared on the beloved BBC soap in 1990 as Sam Mitchell, the daughter of Barbara's iconic, Peggy Mitchell. The Mitchells have been crucial to EastEnders' success and longevity and viewers were for years gripped by the drama surrounding the family.
Danniella appeared on Sky News this afternoon to pay tribute to her onscreen mum. Speaking from her Essex home, Danniella described the small screen legend as a 'real' star.
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