EastEnders star's tragic death at 20 after refusing to take part in 'racist' storyline
ok.co.ukMark Fowler may be one of the most memorable faces from EastEnders, having been part of the BBC soap since its inception in 1985, all the way through to the character’s emotional exit in 2003.
Back then, he rode off into the sunset on his motorbike, before sadly dying of AIDS. But, though the character was played by actor Todd Carty, 61, for more than a decade, he was originally played by another actor: David Scarboro.
David was part of the original cast when the show launched in February 1985. However, his stint on the show was short lived, and his sudden departure would soon be followed by a personal tragedy that continues to cast a shadow over the show’s early years.
Born on February 3, 1968, in Sidcup, David was a talented young actor who showed promise from an early age. He made his acting debut in BBC drama Good Neighbours in 1984 and had guest roles in popular shows like Grange Hill.
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