EastEnders spoiler sees Mitchell secret unveiled as episode goes back to 1979

Emmerdale and EastEnders were cancelled on Thursday night following the sad news of Queen Elizabeth II's death aged 96. BBC One suspended its regular programming schedule earlier in the day and was replaced by breaking news updates.

EastEnders fans were thrilled to see a beloved children's TV star crop up in the BBC soap's shocking throwback episode.The one-off special aired on Monday and exposed the origins behind the long-held grudge DCI Samantha Keeble (Alison Newman) has for the Mitchell family.Starring Jaime Winstone as a young Peggy Mitchell, the episode confirmed Phil and Grant's father Eric (George Russo) had murdered Keeble's father in 1979.READ MORE:EastEnders new Mitchell family stars as BBC soap airs throwback episode set in 1979The Mitchell patriarch brutally gunned down the security guard in cold blood following Phil's refusal to do so.Keeble's murder followed the crime family's botched robbery of a warehouse which also involved Grant and Billy Mitchell.Portrayed by Christopher Pizzey, eagle-eyed EastEnders fans were quick to recognise the actor as Mr Stephen from The Basil Brush Show and shared their surprised delight in a series of online tweets.One fan wrote: "Living for Mr Stephen from Basil Brush having a career resurgence in EastEnders."Another commented: "Obsessed with Keeble's dad being Steven from Basil Brush as well as Sarah Jane Smith's dad."Meanwhile, a third said: "Omg, the security guard is Mr Stephen from Basil Brush!"A fourth fan commented: "That security guard used to hang with Basil Brush."A fifth asked: "Isn't that Steven from Basil Brush?" while another fan concluded: "Omg Christopher Pizzey."Before playing DCI Keeble's security guard father, Pizzey portrayed Mr Stephen on Basil Brush.In 2008, he also starred as Eddie Smith in the Doctor Who spin-off series The Sarah Jane Adventures.Pizzey's other acting credits include a role in a recent Hollywood blockbuster.The actor starred alongside Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Famke

Jeff Brazier has posted an emotional message to mark his son Bobby's debut appearance on Eastenders.Writing on Instagram, the 43-year-old TV presenter said: "So proud. A wonderful moment for the whole family and anyone that has had this kids back through it all.

EASTENDERS fans are in shock after Billy Mitchell was arrested for murder. The market trader - who is played by actor Perry Fenwick in the BBC soap - was caught trying to flee the country rather than be set up for a crime he didn’t commit. Viewers know DCI Keeble is holding Billy accountable for her dad, a security guard’s, murder in the 70s.

reports The Mirror . The proud dad continued: "So proud. A wonderful moment for the whole family and anyone that has had this kids back through it all.

EastEnders Heather Trott actress Cheryl Fergison looks slimmer than ever after undergoing a weight loss transformation.Cheryl was praised by her fans and friends this week after snapping a glam photo, with many noting how she now looks "soooo slim".Taking to Instagram to share a glamorous outfit snap, Cheryl looked worlds away from her EastEnders character as she posed for the photos. READ NEXT: EastEnders' Heather Trott star looks unrecognisable after jaw-dropping weight lossWith one hand on her hip, the 57-year-old actress gazed into the camera while parading her trimmed down physique in some white jeans and a striped blouse."Great family , Gorgeous friends … Blessed and humbled by all the support from everyone," she penned in the caption for her followers to read.Fans and pals of the actress were quick to gush over the snap, with one taking to the comments to pen: "Oh beautiful.

“So I lost the plot for many years and I was a f***ing lunatic.“I became a sort of a cartoon character. I created it, don’t get me wrong.

EastEnders star Danny Dyer has opened up about his decision to leave the show after nine years. The 45 year old actor confessed that he decided to leave the show after his relationship with wife Joanne Mas began to spiral. He reveals that he went to EastEnders bosses and told them he was “going to die” if he didn't take time out.

Jeff Brazier has sweetly praised his son Bobby Brazier's EastEnders debut on Tuesday night. The 19-year-old, who is the son of the late Jade Goody, has joined the hit BBC One soap as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater and the latest episode saw his character ruffling some feathers amongst the Bridge Street market traders. And later in the episode, Freddie dropped the bombshell that his mother is Little Mo and even introduced himself as Billy Mitchell's son, leaving him speechless.Taking to Instagram, Jeff, 43, posted a sweet tribute to his son as he declared he was "so proud".

Danny Dyer has revealed he "sobbed his f***ing heart out" after an ego problem left him at rock bottom.The EastEnders star, 45, is set to bow out as Mick Carter in a dramatic Christmas storyline.Ahead of his exit from the BBC One soap, Danny appeared on Jaime Winstone's Greatest Night Ever podcast where he revealed the pressures of fame had led him "down the wrong path".READ MORE:When does Danny Dyer leave EastEnders – and what will he do next?Danny candidly admitted to abusing drugs after feeling "wounded" and "vulnerable".The actor also revealed he had sought professional help after opening up to EastEnders bosses about his struggles.Danny said: "Fame never suited me; I was always f***ing gonna be going down the wrong path. "So, I lost the plot for many years and I was a f***ing lunatic."I became a sort of a cartoon character.

EastEnders viewers have sweetly said that Jade Goody would be "proud" of son Bobby Brazier's EastEnders debut on Tuesday night. The 19-year-old, whose father is Jeff Brazier, has joined the hit BBC One soap as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater and the latest episode saw his character ruffling some feathers amongst the Bridge Street market traders.

Kacey Ainsworth, best known for her role as Little Mo in EastEnders has left fans stunned as she shows off her natural hair. The 53 year old soap star, who had previously changed her look when filming The Mallorca Files , took to Instagram to share her natural curls. She wrote: “This is my natural hair.

EastEnders has aired a special throwback episode after Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) finally discovered who DCI Keeble (Alison Newman) wanted him to inform on.Viewers were sent back to 1979 during Monday's (September 5) special instalment and more information about the Mitchell family aired as they are hit by “economic turmoil”.A young Peggy Mitchell was the head of the household, trying to keep everyone in check as she struggled to maintain her marriage to her abusive husband Eric Mitchell.READ MORE: EastEnders fans emotional as they bid farewell to Dana ahead of university stintThe episode also showed characters that have never been seen before, including Eric and Billy Mitchell’s older brother Charlie.Before the credits rolled, fans were informed that Eric killed DCI Keeble's father but she believes Billy is responsible.Therefore she wanted Phil to inform on his cousin, but will he go against one of his own?Daily Star has taken a look at the new stars who played the Mitchell family 40 years ago.Jaime previously played Dame Barbara Windsor in BBC’s biopic Babs and she is set to play the actress’ iconic character.She said that at the time it was “a real honour” to be asked to play Peggy and said that her journey with Barbara “hadn’t really finished”.The actress revealed: “When we shot BabsI got to work with her very closely and became great friends with her.

EastEnders viewers are in for another week of drama in Albert Square as Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) encourages his daughter Frankie (Rose Ayling-Ellis) to report her attack to the police and supports her as she gives her statement to Jack Branning (Scott Maslen). However, she’s upset when Jack warns her it will be difficult to get a conviction. Frankie is despondent after she and Lola Pearce (Danielle Harold) are hassled by some guys.

EastEnders fans couldn't help getting emotional as they watched the legendary Peggy Mitchell return to Albert Square. The BBC soap took soap fans on a trip down memory lane on Monday night (September 5) as it transported them back to 1979 to learn more about Phil Mitchell's chequered past.The special flashback episode saw actress Jamie Winstone act as Peggy, who used to be played by the late Dame Barbara Windsor who passed away in 2020.READ MORE:EastEnders' Phil downfall unveiled as DCI Keeble seeks revenge for murdered dadJamie previously played Dame Barbara in the TV biopic Babs, so it wasn't the first time she had transformed into Barbara on screen.Some viewers couldn't help but miss Peggy being on their screens, and many praised Jamie for her portrayal of the iconic Peggy.One fan wrote: "Wow I miss Peggy" A second said: "it was nice seeing grant, peggy, ronnie, roxie, grant on our screen! really miss them.

EastEnders fans have finally found out why DCI Keeble has a vendetta against the Mitchells.The BBC soap aired an explosive flashback episode on Monday night (September 5) which revealed the link between Keeble (Alison Newman) and the troublesome Mitchell family.The DCI has been desperate for Phil (Steve McFadden) to grass on his cousin Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) and told him she wanted to check Billy off her list next.READ MORE:EastEnders gives insight into 'timid' young Phil Mitchell in '70s flashbackKeeble recently struck a deal with Phil to secure his release from prison as the hard-man has become an informant for her, but he's suspicious of the cop and has been trying to unearth her ulterior motive.The flashback episode opened in the present day, with Keeble urging Phil to dish on his family member.Phil asked: "He's family; he's a Mitchell.

flashback episode of EastEnders airs tonight as fans get taken back in time to 1979. The one-off special episode will give viewers and insight into the backstory of one of the most renowned EastEnders families, the Mitchells.Viewers can expect to how the family's past made them who they are in modern day as the episode shows them being hit hard by "economic turmoil" while the cracks in Peggy's marriage to Eric start showing.

EastEnders fans will travel back in time to seventies Albert Square tonight (September 5) as the soap airs its highly anticipated flashback episode.Mixed with present day, the episode looks set to reveal why DCI Keeble has a vendetta against the Mitchell family – with a few shock revelations along the way.Featuring a young Phil and Grant, alongside Ronnie and Roxy, the all-star cast sees actress Jaime Winstone take on the role of Mitchell family matriarch Peggy.READ NEXT: Inside EastEnders' new £87million Albert Square set that took BBC five years to buildHowever, it is not Jaime's first link with Barbara Windsor's famous character.Here, Daily Star takes a closer look inside the life of Jaime Winstone – from her link with the late soap icon, to her famous father and romances.Fans might recognise Jaime's father as none other than TV and Hollywood legend himself, Ray Winstone.The actor is famous for appearing in films including Sexy Beast, The Departed, Indiana Jones, Snow White And The Huntsman, The Legend Of Barney Thomson and The Sweeney – among many others.He met wife Elaine McCausland while filming That Summer in 1979, with the couple going on to welcome three daughters including Jaime.Jaime even starred in TV series Vincent alongside dad Ray in 2006.Speaking to The Standard about working with her dad, Jaime said: "He is a professional so helped me through, but we also had a laugh."Ray added: "Usually, I turn up on set and I just worry about what I am going to do. But with your own children, you worry more about them and want them to be the best.

THE LONG awaited EastEnders flashback episode airs TONIGHT, revealing what leverage DI Keeble has over the notorious Mitchells. As DI Keeble threatens Phil Mitchell to help him with a police investigation, he reluctantly accepts, after she reveals she has some dirt on the family. The detective hands Phil over a photo, the mystery individual has some connection to his bride-to-be, Kat Slater.