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EastEnders star Letitia Dean has played the role of Sharon Watts for over 30 years and is a known legend when it comes to the BBC soap, having been at the heart of some pretty dramatic storylines. Letitia, 55 first joined EastEnders in 1985 and has played the role of feisty Sharon on and off since, having been at the centre of a love triangle with brothers Phil and Grant Mitchell, the landlady at the Queen Vic to recently having an affair with young Keanu Taylor.

READ MORE: Top EastEnders stories from 'Grant Mitchell return' to Lola's death confirmedEastEnders fans can be quite particular about how they like characters to be portrayed on the beloved show, especially with new actors. Bobby recently felt the brunt of this as one EastEnders fan took to to a fan group to criticise his portrayal of Freddie. She wrote: "I'm not liking this Freddie actor at all, sorry, he's a bit annoying.

On EastEnders, viewers are taken back to 1979 to visit the Mitchell family and uncover a secret from their chequered past while Samantha Keeble - played by Alison Newman - continues to pile pressure on Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). It will see the history of the iconic Mitchell family unearthed for the first time.

Sid Owen is returning to Albert Square as EastEnders favourite Ricky Butcher after 10 years away from the soap.The actor, 50, said he is “delighted” to be reprising his role as Walford’s hapless mechanic after previously starring in the BBC series from 1988 until 2000, returning sporadically until 2012. Sid's character was involved in a number of high-profile storylines, perhaps most famously with his on-screen spouse Bianca Jackson played by Patsy Palmer.Their relationship was a hit with fans and their on-screen wedding drew an audience of more than 22 million.Talking about his return to the show, Sid said: “I’m delighted to back at EastEnders.

EastEnders, has left the majority of her fortune to Sophie Lawrence, it has been claimed.Sophie, 50, played Diane Butcher in the BBC soap and was a regular from 1988 to 1991.The late star – whose real name was Ann Duggan – also appeared in EastEnders between 1996 and 2017, playing Aunt Sal, sister of Peggy Mitchell, played by Barbara Windsor.Her character, who was the aunt of Grant and Phil Mitchell, was usually seen turning up at family weddings and parties.Anna was also known for her role as Olive in the 70s comedy, On The Buses.In probate records obtained by MailOnline, Anna is said to have left £427,197, to her former co-star, adding she would receive 65 per cent of the late soap star's estate.Anna's will left a further fifth of the residuary of her estate to her stepdaughter Gloria Gill, the daughter of her actor husband Terry Duggan, who died in 2008.Another eighth was left to four other friends or relatives and the final 2.5 per cent was left to the Actors' Benevolent Fund.Earlier this year, Anna died in a house fire started by a cigarette, according to reports.Following her death, her family told the same publication: "We are absolutely horrified at the news about Anna."A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade confirmed the death in a statement released at the time.It read: "Sadly, a woman has died following a house fire on Windsor Road in Ilford."They added: "Part of the ground floor of a mid-terrace house was damaged by fire.Sadly a woman was pronounced dead at the scene.The Brigade was called at 2240 and the fire was under control by 2338.Three fire engines and around 20 firefighters from Ilford and Barking fire stations attended the incident.The cause of the fire is under investigation."Jayne Mansfield stuns in

Excitement has been building amongst EastEnders fans for Kat Slater and Phil Mitchell’s wedding, and next week will see the hardman give his fiancé a special engagement ring. Kat (Jessie Wallace) couldn't be more delighted that Phil (Steve McFadden) is showing he’s serious about getting married and that they’ve set a date for the wedding in September, but with Kat’s former husband Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) set to head back to Walford, will their happiness last? Kat and Phil have been rebuilding their turbulent relationship following Phil’s release from prison after he was accused of conspiracy to murder.

Andy Malone’s spell as Bathgate Thistle manager got off to the perfect start as they climbed off the foot of the table thanks to a 2-1 derby victory over Fauldhouse United.

EastEnders first landed on our screens back in 1985 and it has remained a firm favourite among soap fans ever since. The hit BBC One soap has introduced a number of iconic families over the years, from the Beales to the Mitchells, but one of the very first was the Fowlers. When EastEnders first launched, the Fowler family consisted of Pauline and Arthur, portrayed by Wendy Richard and Bill Treacher, along with the couple's three children Mark (David Scarboro), Michelle (Susan Tully) and Martin (Jon Peyton Price).

Ross Kemp has revealed how Bradley Walsh helped him in his new BBC game show role Bridge Of Lies.The new daytime quiz, which airs Monday to Friday at 4:30pm on BBC One, sees contestants cross a bridge using knowledge, strategy and luck with one wrong step losing them everything. Ross, 57, who is best known for playing Grant Mitchell on EastEnders as well as his award-winning documentary series, has revealed that he looked to the likes of Sir Bruce Forsyth, Alexander Armstrong and Bradley, 61, for inspiration during research.Talking about his process, he said: "I watched lots of current quiz show hosts, like Alexander Armstrong and Bradley Walsh, as well as some icons like Brucie during my research, and my main takeaway from that was: 'If you want to be successful in this role, you’ve just got to be yourself.'" Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .

He made his name as Walford hardman Grant Mitchell and he’s gone on to face danger away from the East End, with a new career making documentaries in war zones and prison. But we’re hoping it’s not going to get menacing for any contestants stumped for an answer this week, as Ross Kemp makes a new move and leaves acting and film-making behind to host his very first quiz show, Bridge Of Lies, which airs during weekdays on BBC1. We caught up with Ross to hear more about what prompted him to hang up his flak jacket for a while and turn question master… Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox withOK!'s daily newsletter .

Danniella Westbrook has blasted the BBC after she was snubbed to reprise the role of Sam Mitchell on EastEnders.

EastEnders fans are set to go wild when a Walford favourite from two decades ago pops up in tonight's episode of long-running medical drama Holby City. Michael Greco found fame in 1998, when he arrived in Albert Square as Beppe di Marco, part of the new Italian family headed up by matriarch Rosa, played by former Doctor Who star Louise Jameson. Alongside Marc Bannerman as brother Gianni, and screen sisters Teresa and Nicky, Michael was soon breaking hearts onscreen and gaining fans among the soap’s loyal viewers.

Speculation is rife that we could be seeing Grant Mitchell striding across Albert Square in the near future after Ross Kemp was pressed on the subject on GMB.

Ross Kemp has opened up about his continued support of Scott Mitchell in the wake of Dame Barbara Windsor’s death.The Carry On icon and EastEnders star passed away December after her battle with Alzheimer’s, aged 83. Ross - who played Grant Mitchell, Barbara’s on screen son in the BBC soap - told us that her husband, Scott is a “true friend.” “I was very much involved and I'm still close to Scott.

Ross Kemp is reportedly set to host his own version of Netflix's Tiger King documentary on screens across the UK.

Ross Kemp paid an emotional tribute to Barbara Windsor as her friends bid farewell to the EastEnders legend at her funeral.

Love Actually. When Martine McCutcheon joined EastEnders as Tiffany Raymond in 1994, the role was only supposed to be a small one.

When Martine McCutcheon joined EastEnders as Tiffany Raymond in 1994, the role was only supposed to be a small one.

Ross Kemp is in mourning after Barbara Windsor died from Alzheimer's on Thursday.

Ross Kemp has revealed how Alzheimer’s disease has left his former EastEnders co-star, Barbara Windsor unable to recognise him.Kemp starred alongside 82-year-old Windsor as they played mother and son Peggy and Grant Mitchell on the BBC One soap for over 20 years.Still close friends, the 55-year-old has spoken candidly about how Windsor’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis six years ago has changed the star as part of his latest documentary series Ross Kemp: Living With Dementia.“Barbara was my 'TV mum' on EastEnders and is hilariously funny and vivacious, with a rapier wit — we’ve always had a giggle, on and off set,” he told The Sun.