Father However, when Frank points out that Mo's memory will never get better, Joan accuses him of not wanting Mo to get better. Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden, first arrives in Albert Square on 20 February 1990, and is soon joined by his brother, Grant (Ross Kemp), sister Sam (Danniella Westbrook) and mother Peggy (Jo Warne/Barbara Windsor). After bowing out of the show, Melia carved out a success career in acting and went on to star in a string of popular TV series including Casualty and The Detectives before landing the role of DI Frank Dagley in Dangerfield between 1996 and 1997. Once EastEnders became a success, the producers had no difficulties in finding "good actors" who wanted to join the cast; however, what became hard was finding familiescombinations of performers who "look and sound as though they could be related. With the help of Diane and Dot Cotton (June Brown), Disa begins to bond with her daughter, who she renames Jasmine. He recognises The Meal Machine's chef Joe Wallace (Jason Rush), as he had previously sacked Joe when he found out that he had HIV. Clyde is unable to talk them out of taking Kofi, but Clyde's mother steps in and they allow Clyde to spend some time with Kofi in Walford before departing for the airport. She gives a eulogy at Dot's funeral where she says that Dot saw something worth saving in those that people would have deemed lost causes such as herself, and reveals that Dot helped to change her life. Until December 1990, Kofi lived outside of the area that the soap is setremaining with his maternal grandparents in Bristol following the death of his mother. Eddie is furious, and is even more enraged when he discovers that she'd agreed to marry Grant, so he sacks her. John shows up periodically to visit Eddie, and on one occasion he brings Eddie's ex-girlfriend, Eibhlin O'Donnell (Mary Conlon), with him. Eddie never married as a policeman, however, in Walford, he decides he needs a mate. He first appears in Walford in August 1990 when he comes to visit his son. Whilst recovering, he receives another visit from Eibhlin. Michelle Gayle quit the role in 1993 to embark on a pop career. with two scores while adding 10 rushes for 79 yards with one touchdown. Michelle speaks to them about contacting Sharon after years of absence. Rod learns that he was once the boyfriend of Lou Beale's (Anna Wing) sister, Doris. Matt Ryan was unable to seize the victory with two fourth-quarter interceptions, sealed the Hokie win and an automatic bid to the Orange Bowl game. All he seemed to do was alienate the locals and his inappropriate sexual conduct around Sharon sealed his fate. Eddie first appeared in Albert Square - the local community of Walford, a fictionalized borough in East London - on 7 July 2004 after being summoned by his crime boss, Andy Hunter. He is often seen engaging in a game of poker with Jules. Jackie Stone, played by Richard Beale, is a market trader who is elected as the Chairman of the Bridge Street Market Traders Association. Clyde brings Kofi home to Walford in time for Christmas. Eddie was born in Ireland in 1948, Eddie came to Britain with his parents as a boy. She is introduced as a tough seeming Wearside runaway, who helps Diane Butcher (Sophie Lawrence) to survive when she lives rough on the streets. Bright and energetic, he couldn't wait to join the police force and when he did, he loved his job, priding himself on being an honest copper. Their friendship is part of the reason that Clyde and Vicki's mother, Michelle (Susan Tully), form a relationship. Marcus reluctantly agrees to help Sharon and although she later has a change of heart and calls off the con, Marcus is spotted by Phil leaving The Albert. Lou died in 1988 but Harry is persuaded to pay her daughter, Pauline (Wendy Richard), a visit to find out about Doris. With the possibility that Ken could be released, Disa is forced to admit to the sexual abuse he had subjected her to. Disa does, under protest, and lives in Mo Butcher's (Edna Dor) flat on Albert Square. She leaves the child in a cardboard box on Diane Butcher's (Sophie Lawrence) doorstep. Click beneath the video to view in high quality, and check out part two at http://www.YouTube.com/EastEndersThis is a commercial channel from BBC Studios. Phil says the beating he got off Grant is nothing compared to what he has coming to him. Due to his success on The Bill, Peter Cregeen, the Head of Series at the BBC, poached Ferguson to become executive producer of EastEnders.[4]. Biography His unwavering demand for respect often alienates his children and almost causes the breakdown of his marriage.[5]. Impressed by Pete's determination, Phil and Grant break into Kendle's office and find evidence that proves he is corrupt. 19901991 However, a second witness, Joe Wallace (Jason Rush), later comes forward to attest that he had seen Nick Cotton in the vicinity on the night of the murder. Kathy refuses to accept his explanations and so their lukewarm romance ends. ), he finished first in career all-purpose yards in school history (4,686), fourth in career receptions (119), fifth in receiving touchdowns (12) and sixth in receiving yards (1,778). Carol sends Sharon a letter nearly 25 years later. He appeared as the main antagonist in 1990 and 1991 before later serving as the posthumous overarching antagonist in 1992 and 1993. 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She died and Harry fled the country in shame, amidst accusations of murder. Marcus often gets Phil and Grant out of trouble and is never afraid to bend the rules. DC Emma Summerhayes made her first appearance on 21 April 2014. READ MORE: EastEnders legend Tracy-Ann Oberman refuses to rule out villain Chrissie Watts' return. Eddie Royle with three touchdowns in 12 games (11 starts) as a true freshman. [1] Royal has also played for the San Diego Chargers and Chicago Bears. Grant and Phil known as the "Mitchell brothers" have become household names in the United Kingdom. Although he never approves of her relationship with the local thug, Grant Mitchell, and this often makes things awkward between the pair. [2] One of Carol and Ron Hanley's sons; Sharon meets him as a child on three occasions in 1990. Eddie cannot forgive Grant for his violent assault and so he contacts an old police colleague to check up on Grant's dodgy dealings. to account for 950 all-purpose yards. Her brief return in 2009 sees Sam resurrect her relationship with Ricky whilst having an on-off affair with Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), being manipulated by her uncle Archie Mitchell (Larry Lamb) and causing her family to lose a number of their businesses again before finally going to prison. and 14 kickoffs for 293 yards (20.9 avg.) Eddie Royle Retired copper Eddie Royle took over in 1990 until he 'copped' it the following year. Sharon signs a condolence book for Carol and leaves, but Kristopher realises that she is his half-sister and follows her to Walford. Joe is a young, gay chef who is HIV-positive. After a brief talk with Dot, it is decided that it is better for Mo to go to Colchester with Graham and Joan, and Dot explains to Frank that it will be better to let her go than to keep watching her decline. His father's strict rules only seek to alienate him further so he spends most of his time on the square attempting to rebel against them. Joan was far brighter than Frank and, after graduating from school with 7 O-levels and an A-level, she married a chief accountant, Graham (Ian Thompson). However, she does confide in Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) through the Samaritans. Carol Hanley, played by Sheila White, is the biological mother of Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), whom she had with Gavin Sullivan (Paul Nicholas) before she was adopted. In August 2010, her granddaughter Lucy Beale (Melissa Suffield) moves to Devon to live with Bev. Former colleague of Eddie Royle accused of corruption by MS15. Ian gives her a lift to the hospital to see Cindy's newborn baby, Cindy (Ella Wortley), and she tries to get him to take the child in as his own, threatening to put the baby into care. But a series of setbacks hampered the beginning of his career in San Diego. Directed by Mike Dormer, the episode has been described as one "of the most exciting thriller episodes of EastEnders. John Royle Clyde is arrested for Eddie's murder and imprisoned. First Appearance When Grant finds out, he beats him up so badly that he is hospitalised and needs brain surgery. Joan and Graham then take Mo to a restaurant, as Mo believes that Pat and Frank are trying to poison her and refuses to eat another meal served there. Celestine makes a further guest appearance in 1993. At the end of 1990, Cindy, Simon Wicks (Nick Berry) and Steven move away from London to stay with Bev in Devon. Along with his children, Eddie was introduced to bring a "new generation" of the Moon family to the programme. Kathy refuses to accept his explanations and so their lukewarm romance ends. After Carol's confession that she only thinks of her as a good friend, Sharon realises there will never be a parental bond between them and stops seeing her. Eddie Royle is murdered by Nick Cotton in EastEnders in 1991, Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) panics when she wakes up next to Colin McFarlane (Michael Melia) and discovers he's dead in Emmerdale in 2007. In August 1991 Eibhlin moves in with Eddie. Although Sharon successfully sues him for unfair dismissal, Eddie refuses to give her job back to her. Dialogue between characters at this time suggests that is a temporary departure; however, Gayle did not return to the role. Fiance After a few weeks of hesitation, Sharon decides to visit her, accompanied by her friend Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), only to be greeted by Kristopher (Jonathan Broadbent), who informs her that Carol has died from cancer and her funeral is taking place. Although Sharon successfully sues him for unfair dismissal, Eddie refuses to give her job back to her. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Michael Ferguson (1990) It is a rough ride for Disa, as she is severely lacking parenting skills. Pearl Chadwick, played by Ellen Thomas, appears between episode 606 and episode 613, first broadcast on 27 November and 20 December 1990 respectively. In December 2004, Marcus cons Sam (now Kim Medcalf) by telling her that Phil, who is on the run, needs all the money he can get. [7], Royal started and played in his first NFL regular season game on September 8, 2008 in a 41-14 road win over the Oakland Raiders. However, Clyde is later cleared of any wrongdoing. Disa had become pregnant in 1990, and she is still living rough in London just before the birth of her child. When Grant finds out, he beats him up so badly that he is hospitalised and needs brain surgery. It soon becomes clear that Eddie is Andy's right . Disa ran away from home to live rough on the streets of London, turning to prostitution to survive. George Lawler, played by Edmund Kente, is a business associate of Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt), whose catering business has failed, so he sells his client base and equipment to Ian for his catering business, The Meal Machine. Clyde accepts this as he is unable to provide financially for his child, a fact that he is seen to agonise over, and a source of friction between him and his father Celestine. Ken is first seen on-screen in December 1990, when Mark Fowler (Todd Carty) witnesses him harassing Disa and scares him away. John Royle, played by Paddy Joyce, is the widowed father of Eddie Royle (Michael Melia) the publican of The Queen Victoria public house. Disa and her mother, Sandra, visit Ken in prison to confront him. Royal majored in sociology. Sign up to our daily newsletters for all the latest and greatest from across London here. Limited series centrada en una banda que alcanza el xito en Los ngeles en los aos 70 y se convierte en una de las ms legendarias del mundo. Something went wrong, please try again later. Leroy Golding who was awarded the part of Celestine Tavernier claims that his inexperience helped rather than hindered the Tavernier family to gel together as it created a sense of "camaraderie" among them; he suggests that he and his screen wife Gordon-Lawrence "played very well off each other".[7]. Karen is a regular singer at The Queen Vic. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. She's no maverick but she's instinctive, ambitious and has a keen ability to read, understand and relate to people - all of which have helped her rise through the ranks quickly to become a Family Liaison Officer (FLO). [4], Royal played for the Virginia Tech Hokies from 2004 to 2007. He returned 32 punts for 263 yards (8.2 avg.) Occupation [5] Clyde eventually brings Kofi to live with him in Walford when Abigail's parents threaten to take Kofi to live in the West Indies. Ferguson had previously been a producer on ITV's The Bill a hard-hitting, gritty and successful police drama, which seemed to be challenging EastEnders in providing a realistic vision of modern life in London. He is also featured in a special set of offset episodes, written by Tony Jordan and first airing in November 1991. Bev and her husband then move to Devon and her pitch on the market is taken over by Laurie Bates (Gary Powell) in 1989. Romances Disgusted, Sandra informs Ken that she and her children will be testifying to this in court, to ensure that he is locked away for a very long time. Clyde is featured in various prominent storylines including an inter-racial relationship with Michelle Fowler (Susan Tully), and being framed for the murder of publican Eddie Royle (Michael Melia). Bright and energetic, he couldn't wait to join the police force and when he did, he loved his job, priding himself on being an honest copper. Disa knows that a life living rough on the streets is no place for a new born baby, so that same day she decides to leave her baby in a cardboard box on the Butcher's doorstep, with the hope that Diane will take her in. Date of Death Eddie arrives in Walford in July 1990, as the new landlord of The Queen Victoria public house, which he buys from Frank Butcher (Mike Reid). [2] Royal's first career touchdown catch came in the first quarter of the game on a 26-yard pass from former Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler. Phil later lures Marcus back to The Albert and confronts him and a scared Marcus confesses Sharon's plan to scam Phil. Royal caught 31 passes for 497 yards (16.0 avg.) Eddie is murdered by Nick Cotton (John Altman) in September 1991, and John is devastated to lose his pride and joy, especially in such horrific circumstances. He played college football at Virginia Tech and was elected to its sports hall of fame in 2018. He spent over 40 years in self-imposed exile and it seemed that Harry had come back to his childhood home to die. and totaled 1,101 all-purpose yards. The market is saved. [15], On March 15, 2012, Royal signed a three-year contract with the San Diego Chargers worth $13.5 million, $6 million of which is guaranteed. Jasmine is returned to Disa and Ken is imprisoned. Jules Tavernier, played by Tommy Eytle between 1990 and 1997, is depicted as a flirtatious older gentleman. On one occasion Jules manages to thrash John, but is mortified when John pays the winnings in chickens instead of money. William Edward "Eddie" Royal (born May 21, 1986) is an American former football wide receiver and return specialist . Michael most recently played Grandad in the children's sitcom Dani's House between 2010 and 2012 and it would appear he has since retired from acting. She and Frank then argue, with Frank accusing Joan of only getting involved out of guilt, due to her estrangement from the family and ignoring Mo after the death of their father. He ends up proposing marriage and she accepts. Later, Joan argues with Frank over her involvement in the Butcher family, accusing Frank of not knowing her at all, and also revealing that Mo never wanted a daughter and thus ignored Joan in favour of Frank. Dot Cotton (June Brown), who often attracts waifs and strays, looks after the child when Disa won't or can't. eddie royal eastenders. Retired copper Eddie Royle took over in 1990 until he 'copped' it the following year. Eddie and Chrissy struck up an unexpected and sweet connection before the latter's untimely death at the hands of Vecna, with many viewers saying how much they would have loved to see a. Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| [12], On November 30, 2008, in a 34-17 Broncos road victory over the New York Jets, Royal set a franchise record for most touchdowns (5) and receiving yards (757) for a rookie in one season after catching five passes for 84 yards and a touchdown. However, Max's conviction is later quashed when the real killer, Bobby Beale (Eliot Carrington), confesses to Lucy's murder. In an attempt to get Disa back within his power, Ken kidnaps Jasmine, leaving Disa frantic with worry. Medcalf left the role in 2005. Actor Michael Melia, now 78 years old, played Eddie Royle in EastEnders between 1990 and 1991, so what has the TV star been up to 32 years since leaving the BBC soap? She goes on to be involved with topless modelling, various family crises, relationships, feuds, and a short-lived marriage to Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs). His last appearance is in June 1992. Hattie Tavernier, played by Michelle Gayle between 1990 and 1993, was introduced in July 1990 with her family by producer Michael Ferguson. [22] On October 2, Royal caught 7 passes for 111 yards and a touchdown against the Detroit Lions, his first 100+ yard game since 2014. Pets He and Eddie try to bribe Clyde to purposefully lose the fight in a betting scam, which causes a blazing row between Clyde and Eddie. On one occasion, he gave some meat to a nine-year-old girl. After Mo is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 1990, she starts speaking of and referring to people (mostly Diane (Sophie Lawrence), her granddaughter) as Joan, which gives some light into their relationship: Mo believes that Joan sees herself in a higher standing than the rest of her family, which earns Mo's dislike and disapproval.