The trust received extra calls following Tanya's diagnosis. Sonia starts dating Bex's teacher Gethin Pryce (Cerith Flinn) but is unaware that Bex is infatuated with him. . She learns that she has been given the all-clear from cancer but is worried that it might return. Milly, 23, looked absolutely gorgeous as she posed in front of a mirror in a . Recent episodes saw Max giving a bedside vigil while Abi gave birth to a baby girl, with viewers questioning the scenes. Prepare for peak pothole season! Max is falsely accused of the murder of Lucy in July 2015 and after he is arrested, Oscar is sent back to live with Tanya, who denies Max any contact with his son although Max is later released after Bobby Beale (Eliot Carrington) confesses to the crime. Daily Star takes a look at some of EastEnder's most shocking pregnancy storylines - from Sonia Fowler's unexpected labour to Cindy Beale's affair. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born July 1, 1976 Add to list Awards Executive producer Diederick Santer explained that he wanted great stories to get people talking, saying "The wedding is the perfect opportunity for us to bring back the much-loved Jackson characters Carol, Sonia, Robbie and Billie. We are so lucky to have the NHS.. With Sam about to give birth, Ricky struggles to tell Bianca he . Martin gets unwittingly involved with a stalker, Sarah Cairns (Alison Pargeter), who tries to ruin his marriage. Sonia and Robbie, who has also returned, move in with Dot to help care for her. She is taken to hospital where Tanya and Max are told she is an alcoholic, has alcoholic hepatitis, and one more drink could kill her. The show's executive producer Diederick Santer revealed that some planned storyline material for Max and Tanya was put on hold until Joyner's return from maternity leave. Sonia returned as a permanent character on 14 January 2014, as part of a storyline that saw her mother Carol (Lindsey Coulson) develop breast cancer. She blames herself. Sonia blames Dot's new lodger Stuart Highway (Ricky Champ) for the attack and threatens to report him to the police if she comes anywhere near No. That hasn't really come out yet but she definitely has it in her. . When Derek discovers that Tanya scared his daughter Alice Branning (Jasmyn Banks) away, he threatens to kill Tanya if she does it again. Cassidy is quoted as saying "To be invited back to EastEnders is such an honour and I am very, very excited that Sonia is coming back. Patsy Palmer, who returned to EastEnders as Sonia's sister Bianca, publicly called for the actress's return: "I would love her to come back. Joyner and her husband Neil Madden's new additions come after the couple spent years struggling to conceive. She finds out that he has had an affair with Gemma Clewes but forgives him. When she returns, she tries to confess to her class but collapses before she can do so. However Stuart is innocent and the perpetrators behind the attack are young youths. Sonia steals the money from Dot's bank account. Ian vows to take Cindy to court for custody of their children. During her time on the show, Cindy embarked on a prolonged relationship with her would-be husband Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt). [3] Collins had previously auditioned for the role of original character Mary Smith, but at the time Julia Smith had decided they did not want that character to be from London, so that role went to Linda Davidson. On 1 April 2013, it was announced that Joyner would be departing the role and she made her final appearance on 28 June 2013. When Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) goes missing, Tanya helps to bring him back to Walford, which makes her decide she wants Rainie at her wedding, but Cora lies to her that Rainie does not want to attend, when in fact Rainie does not want to see Cora. Speaking of this, Joyner said, "I love playing Tanya and being part of such a great show, but she has been on quite a rollercoaster over the past seven years and I have come to realise that it's right for her to step away from Walford for a bit longer than originally planned. A few days later, she plans to visit Lauren and Abi with Cora, but Cora comes alone and slaps Max, blaming him for his daughters' injuries. Actress Milly Zero has stunned her adoring followers with her recent full-mirror glam snap. During the episode, Albert Square was rocked by an explosive fire at. [37] In March 2008 viewers watched Tanya bury husband Max alive. She later reprised the role again in 2017 for four episodes, appearing between 25 December 2017 and 16 February 2018. Bernie is relieved when mum Karen (Lorraine Stanley) arrives, and soon enough, she gives birth to a baby boy. The 33-year-old whisked husband Pete away alongside their kids Amelia, nine, and Theo, six, and her step children Princess, 15, and Junior, 17, to mark his upcoming 50 th birthday. 'We're quite young and there was still a chance we could conceive, so we decided to give it three tries and if it didn't work out, we'd reassess and look into adoption. Her big moment arrives as she reveals that she wants to call him Oscar. Bradley and Stacey arrive to see the new addition to the family and it's clear that the past is firmly in the past as far as Max and Stacey are concerned. Jessie said she was 'so happy' to hear about Tanya's secret kiss (Image: ITV) Tanya continued: "I gave him a kiss, like a really nice long kiss and then I just left him. Marriage to barrow boy Pete Beale followed several years after this in 1968, when Kathy was still very young. There's no way she wants to give Abi up in any . It is revealed that Sonia is hiding a secret from her time in Kettering meaning she no longer wants to return there. [18] Kirkwood said in a news release that EastEnders worked closely with experts to ensure that the issue is accurately portrayed and that viewers will see how Tanya will use her inner determination to deal with what will be one of the toughest challenges of her life. Tanya returned in February 2015 for two episodes as part of the show's 30th anniversary celebrations. [1] Writer Colin Brake has suggested that Cindy was "the most important character for the future" to be introduced in 1988, despite her low-key entrance. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. But I've had my extensions out and the false lashes are coming off. Lauren also discovers that Tanya has not attended a hospital appointment, when Tanya said she was given the all-clear from cancer. Joyner confirmed that she wants sparks to fly between her character and estranged husband Max. A devastated Sonia rejects Rocky although she does form a warm relationship with Rockys partner Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth). 13 Jan 2009. Tanya is shocked that Ava is mixed-race, and decides not to see her again. She is an actress, known for Ali G Indahouse (2002), EastEnders (1985) and Xenoblade Chronicles (2010). We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Max is knocked down in a deliberate hit-and-run. Tanya arrives in Albert Square after her husband Max Branning's (Jake Wood) car breaks down, not realising in fact Max is visiting his family. [15], Joyner revealed to What's on TV that she thinks that happy storylines are boring and that EastEnders needs depressing storylines to be dramatic. As they prepare to leave, they see Max on the roof of The Queen Vic and Lauren and Abi attempt to talk him down. "[9], Early on in the character's narrative, Sonia was given a trumpet to play, which she did badly, infuriating her family and neighbours. Three's A Crowd Pregnant Tanya's taken to hospital by Stacey, unaware she's bonding. However, many fans thought the baby looked fake. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. Initially she only wants to make Simon jealous but she and Ian start dating and by February 1989, they announce their engagement. I heard about the theory and I thought 'how are you going to get me there? "[13], On 25 October 2009 it was announced that Cassidy would return to the soap to reprise her role as Sonia, along with Coulson, Gaffney and Anderson. Almost one in eight men in Britain will develop prostate cancer . Tanya realises Max still loves Kirsty because he refuses to have sex with her and is sad about Kirsty leaving. Sonia and Martin (now played by James Bye) separate and Sonia starts to feel isolated and depressed. Bookmark EastEnders star Jo Joyner, who played Tanya Branning on the BBC soap, has teased her potential return after nearly three years. "[14] In December 2010, it was announced Cassidy would return to EastEnders,[15] as Sonia in order to facilitate a temporary storyline departure for co-star Palmer, who was due to take maternity leave. See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by . [19] Talking to All About Soap about how she has researched the plot, Joyner said that she has talked to many survivors of cervical cancer through a charity named Jo's Trust and added that they have a great website, which is very informative and has helped her a lot. (Image credit: BBC) Tanya is in the throes of labour and Max is forced to take advice from the midwife over the phone and deliver the baby himself. Rainie and Stuart are overcome with emotion upon setting their sights on the little. Despite the bullying storyline, Cassidy said that she and Bissix were good friends during their time together on the soap. Joyner made an unannounced return on 25 December 2017 as part of Jossa and Fitzgerald's departures. During a conversation with Carol, Sonia reveals she and Martin are no longer together and she and Rebecca are back living in London while Martin remains in Manchester. Rainie Branning / . Meanwhile, Lauren transfers the wedding video when the footage of Max and Stacey kissing flashes up Billy is wracked with guilt when Peggy discovers that the charity box has been stolen and he returns the money to Peggy under the pretence of having a collection in the market. Tanya then starts a relationship with Max's brother Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) and Max tries to split them up. Cindy Beale first arrives at Albert Square in May 1988, wherein she begins working on her mother's market stall selling hats. Sonia accuses Martin and Stacey of not caring about Bex and tells Martin she wants Bex to live with her. Bernie is relieved when mum Karen (Lorraine Stanley) arrives, and soon enough, she gives birth to a baby boy. EastEnders theory: Double exit as Phil Mitchell flees with Sharon ; Brooke Kinsella gives miracle birth on the day of brother's death ; EastEnders theory: Stacey Slater engaged after Kheerat ultimatum Bianca notices Sonia has continuously avoided talking about Martin and Rebecca. EastEnders actor Ricky Champ is a dad again after wife gives birth to baby boy Ricky Champ, who plays Stuart Highway in EastEnders, has become a dad for the second time as his wife Sammy. Tanya admits to the police that she tried to kill Max; however, Lauren was the real culprit. Sonia discovers that she may still be in love Martin and agrees to go on a date with him. Fearing imprisonment, Sonia abducts Rebecca and goes on the run. Winter Love Island fans have been left 'confused' after realising that Shaq Muhammad and Tanya Manhenga are "not boyfriend and girlfriend". [22], Referencing Sonia's foray into lesbianism in 2005, TV critic Grace Dent branded the character "the worst lesbian ever", adding, "The only lesbians with less lesbian tendencies than you are the women on the front cover of the Horny Triple-X Lesbian Specials which they keep at eye level by the sweets in my corner shop. Sonia departed on-screen on 20 September 2016. I'm going to make it as honest and true to life as I possibly can. She lies and schemes to ensure that she gets what she wants. The comments below have been moderated in advance. Tanya allows Rainie and Cora to move in. The 54-year-old has appeared in the show on and off since 2007 but most recently. Original air date: 13th August 2007Check out my playlists for broadcast order. Patrick tells Tanya the truth about Avathat she is alive and Cora gave her up for adoption, so Tanya secretly tracks down Ava to her place of work, a school in Dalston. Bianca invites Sonia and Martin to her wedding to Ricky Butcher (Sid Owen) and Sonia attends alone. She confronts Cora, who refuses to talk about it, but eventually tells Tanya that Ava died not long after her birth and it hurt so much she never told anyone, not even the father. 1 Photo Kellie Bright was born on 1 July 1976 in Brentwood, Essex, England, UK. Margaret dies and Martin takes custody of Rebecca and Pauline tries to stop Sonia having any contact with Rebecca. If this seems like the most inopportune time to turn Sonia into a lesbian, well, the show's writers did it anyway [] Sonia's sudden lesbian affair was met with disapproval from all sides, and nobody the fans, characters or even the actors was particularly supportive of her relationship. Sonia is furious when she learns this and animosity in the Fowlers' home puts a strain on Martin and Sonia's relationship so she spends her time with a colleague, Naomi Julien (Petra Letang); feelings develop and they begin an affair. Phil's relieved, especially because the stakes were so high. Sharing a pic of the drugs she needed after her Caesarian, she wrote: "My waters broke 2 weeks early (the night I got my date which was supposed to be July 6! And how will Robbie react when he learns of his beloved Wellard's death? John Greening . "[17] "This is a disease that affects thousands of women and their loved ones in the UK every year, and for many can be preventable by taking proactive steps, such as attending cervical screening when invited. He then accepts her proposal from earlier and they get engaged. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. Sonia and Martin's divorce is finalised. Max returns to Walford with his brother Derek Branning (Jamie Foreman). The 31-year-old, who plays Tanya Branning in the soap, delivered a boy and a girl late last month. This was later changed on the official BBC website. Sonia begins nursing training and she and Martin live with Pauline but struggle to cope with her interference. In the storyline, Pauline dies in suspicious circumstances and Sonia is blamed for killing her, although Sonia is eventually vindicated when Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks) admits to manslaughter. Their slow introduction was a deliberate attempt by the programme makers to introduce the whole family over a long period. When do the clocks change in 2023? Tanya returns to Walford with her new fianc Greg Jessop (Stefan Booth). Cassidy revealed that she took lessons to play the trumpet, but that when she began to play well, she was asked by the producers to pretend to play it badly as Sonia was supposed to be playing it badly. [5] After returning for a short stint from 14 April 2017 to 18 April 2017, Cassidy returned to the role of Sonia permanently, with the return being broadcast on 27 June 2017. I just got on with school and all that". [8] Due to the programme's increased frequency, a number of new characters were introduced to the regular cast in the latter part of 1993 and early 1994. [9], In April 2006, it was announced that Cassidy would take a break from EastEnders, saying "it's time to try new things. Everyone's so pleased to have them back. Phil's smug when he tells Peggy what's happened and Ronnie's confused when Peggy tells her that it's all been taken care of. Suspecting Cindy is cheating, Ian hires a private investigator, who records Cindy and David in a clinch. The reaction of Rebecca's guardian, Margaret, was especially hurtful. 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