From Letitia Dean “My beloved June, I truly loved you. Not just a phenomenal actress but a very dear friend. Oh the fun we have had over the years! I will never stop loving you, THANK YOU for your kindness and your generosity and for loving me the way you did."
We are deeply saddened to hear that Leonard has passed away. Since appearing in the very first episode of EastEnders, Leonard created a truly iconic character in Doctor Legg who will always be remembered. Our love and thoughts are with Leonard’s family and friends.
From
@AdamWoodyatt
“I’m lost for words, something June never was. So many memories, so much fun. Just purely and simply an incredible woman who had the most incredible life and career, I was fortunate to have shared a small part of it." 1/2
Gillian Taylforth: “I’m truly heartbroken by this news. June Brown OBE, MBE, was an amazing woman and a truly wonderful actress. I shared many scenes with her over the years and she was always someone I looked up to and learnt from." 1/2
From
@Nat_Cassidy
"I am so sad to hear the news about My June. She taught me everything I know. We laughed, we drank red wine, we learnt lines. She told me all her stories which I will keep close to my heart forever and she knew all of mine." 1/2
1/2 We are all deeply saddened that that we’ve lost our Dame. From the moment Barbara stepped foot in Walford she created an icon in Peggy Mitchell, our formidable Landlady, who the audience instantly fell in love with but to all of us at EastEnders, she was our dearest friend
A big Walford welcome to legend of stage and screen
@RealBrianConley
who will be heading to Albert Square in spring to play the charming Terry Cant, Sonia’s long lost father
#EastEnders
From Diane Parish: "In my humble opinion, June Brown WAS EastEnders. Her voice, her mannerisms, her character, her look were all carefully crafted choices by one of the country’s most beloved and gifted actors." 1/3
From New Zealand to E20 - Nancy Carter is back as Maddy Hill reprises her role. Nancy’s arrival is sure to delight Mick and Linda, but what brings her back to East London from the other side of the world? Maddy begins filming this month with her scenes airing in spring.
From
@ShonaBM
"My first week at EastEnders I was so nervous but June invited me into her dressing room for a chat and she was so very encouraging." 1/5
A statement from Letitia Dean on the passing of Leslie Grantham: "I have very special memories of working with Leslie and will cherish them always. He and Anita looked after me in my early days and showed me the ropes, always with care and kindness." 1/2
Look out Walford, Lola is BACK! Over 3 years since we last saw Lola,
@DHaroldOfficial
reprises her role. But what brings Lola back to Albert Square, and how will everyone react?
#EastEnders
#News
June Brown, MBE OBE “I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985. He was a charming man in all ways, first as a person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind." (1/2)
Steve McFadden “ I truly loved Barbara and, like everyone, I am going to miss her terribly. When anyone ever asked what she was like, I would always say she was everything you would hope she would be, and more.” ❤️
She’s back!
@CharlieBrooks0
is back in Walford as she reprises her role as the infamous Janine Butcher. Janine was last seen heading to Paris to pick up her daughter Scarlett. With Scarlett also set to return, Janine’s reappearance will send shockwaves around Albert Square
There's no
#EastEnders
tonight but we're back at 7:30pm tomorrow. Full schedule for the week below - spread the word!
Tuesday 20th - 7:30pm
Wednesday 21st - 8pm
Thursday 22nd - 7:30pm (one hour)
@BBCOne
Gillian Taylforth: “I’m so sorry to hear the very sad news about Leonard. He was a lovely, charming man who was so kind and always told the most wonderful stories. I send my love and condolences to his family. RIP dear Leonard.”
Tonight's
#EastEnders
is on at the later time of 9:30pm when we say an emotional farewell to Shakil in a very special episode featuring true life accounts from people who have lost someone to knife crime.
#EastEnders
1/2 Letitia Dean - "I would like to say what utterly heart-breaking news I woke up to this morning. They broke the mould when they made Dame Barbara Windsor, there will never be another like that incredible woman, everyone who met her loved her and she will be deeply missed.
A statement from June Brown MBE: "I was very fond of Leslie and am so sorry that he has gone. I always enjoyed talking to him, he made me laugh and always had a twinkle in his eye when he said outrageous things." 1/2
We are so excited to announce
@heatherpeace
will be joining the cast of
#EastEnders
as the feisty ex-con Eve Unwin who will make a dramatic entrance to Walford after meeting Stacey Slater in prison
In light of the spread of Covid-19, after much consideration, it has been decided that filming on EastEnders will be postponed until further notice. The decision was made after the latest government update. 1/3
From
@EmmaBarton
“Working with June was like being part of an acting masterclass of dreams. The way she coloured every line, choreographed her movement to perfection, she knew exactly how she was going to deliver her scenes." 1/2
Natalie Cassidy: “I had the pleasure to work with Leonard. He was utterly charming, continuously joked with me and loved talking about his past. I feel honoured that our paths crossed. My thoughts are with his family at this sad time.”
NEWS:
@RobertKazinsky
is set to reprise his role as Sean Slater later this year when Sean makes a brief return to Walford. After 10 years away what brings Sean back and how will everyone react?
#EastEnders
#RobKazinsky
#SeanSlater
Statement from Rudolph Walker OBE on Leslie's passing: "Leslie's contribution and groundbreaking commitment helped to make EastEnders the institution it is today. He was one of the pioneers and is an EastEnders legend."
Tomorrow morning
@MaxBowden
will be on
@lorraine
at 9.45 to talk about returning to Albert Square, Secrets From The Square and a special project. Don't miss it!
#EastEnders
#Ballum
NEWS: Introducing Suki Panesar, mother of Kheerat, Jags, Vinny and Ash.
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Played by Balvinder Sopal, Suki is set to cause some chaos when she arrives on the Square in the New Year! Welcome to Walford Balvinder!
#EastEnders
#announcement
"He never failed to make me laugh and I will remember him with love, affection and gratitude forever. See you up there Leslie! Thank you for everything. Love and respect always, Tish. X" 2/2
Statement from Gillian Taylforth on Leslie Grantham's passing: "I’m deeply saddened to hear the very sad news. I have so many happy memories of working with Leslie, he was always great fun and we shared many laughs." 1/2
Statement from Perry Fenwick on the passing of Leslie Grantham: "I'm so sad to hear of Leslie’s passing. He really was and always will be an EastEnders legend”
Jean is back tonight with a surprise (no... not a sausage surprise)! We caught up with Gillian Wright about her return in the video below.
Tune into
#EastEnders
tonight at 7:30pm on
@BBCOne
Statement from Adam Woodyatt on Leslie's passing: “So sad to hear that Leslie has passed away. Many soap characters get called a legend but Les’s Den Watts was more than that." 1/3
A statement from John Yorke, Executive Consultant on the passing of Leslie Grantham: "Everyone at EastEnders is deeply saddened to hear that Leslie has passed away. We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and friends at this extremely difficult time.”