Over the last two years viewers have watched the character go from being one of Walfords most terrifying villains to become the loveable, protective big brother of, 'Am I missing something?' Lola will tragically die from a brain tumour. EastEnders bosses are set to give the cast a huge shake up with five cast members set to leave the BBC soap. He is the son of Little Mo (Kacey Ainsworth) and grew up believing that Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) was his father. All rights reserved. published August 24, 2022. She later returned to help Stuart after he locked everyone in a GP surgery, demanding to see a doctor, believing that he had been misdiagnosed with postnatal depression. That says it all really.. However he quickly improved when he found love with fellow recovering addict Rainie, played by Tania Franks. EastEnders favourite Stuart Highway was in desperate need of help and had a breakdown in the GP surgery. Richard "Ricky" Mitchell (previously Branning) is the son of Sam Mitchell and Jack Branning, conceived on a one night stand. Ricky - plays funeral director Stuart Highway on the BBC One soap - smiled for a series of snaps alongside his co-stars. Their affair was revealed in an explosive festive finale, which led to Louise, Phil and Ben all planning to kidnap and kill Keanu as revenge. Jacqueline played Lauren Branning for eight years, leaving the Square in 2018 after the death of her sister Abi Branning (Lorna Fitzgerald) when the pair fell from the roof of The Queen Vic on Christmas Day in 2017. Peter is expected to leave later this month and we can tell you that he will get close with Dana. Before spending his working life on Albert Square, Ricky appeared in huge shows like Plebs and Crims, and is probably best known for his role as Paul Parker in sitcom Him & Her. But while Stuart might have a hidden mean streak, youll be pleased to know lovely Ricky Champ is nothing like his alter ego. To mark the opening night yesterday, Ricky took to social media and shared a number of on stage snaps of himself as the villain. The youngest of the two brothers, larger than life Felix will throw himself into life in Albert Square, but with his quick-wit and frank honesty he'll be sure to stir up some drama along the way. Thank you for signing up to Whattowatch. Stuart Highway ( Ricky Champ) decided to make life easier for wife Rainie (Tanya Franks) in EastEnders, after learning that she was being forced to choose between he and baby Roland. Chris Clenshaw, Executive Producer, EastEnders said: 'The Baker Family bring a fresh, fierce, fun and exciting energy to the Square. ", Another posted: "This is so great and funny. According to Digital Spy, Stuarts exit is another character bowing out as part of Clenshaws new era. Ricky will film his final scenes as Stuart later this year, according to the Metro. Loving every minute of Freddie so far and cant wait to see whats in store for him in Walford.. View our online Press Pack. BA1 1UA. We work hard to ensure that all information is correct. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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EastEnders set for huge cast shake up with FIVE of the BBC soap's stars including Ricky Champ and Dayle Hudson due to leave in the coming months By Owen Tonks and Callum Wells For. Something went wrong, please try again later. In the snaps can also be seen in the company of classmates - which include Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker, as followers have enthusiastically pointed out. Calli Kitson Tuesday 23 Aug 2022 3:15 pm Stuart will leave Walford after 4 years (Picture: BBC) Ricky Champ 's final scenes as Stuart Highway will air this week in EastEnders. Like many people I grew up with EastEnders; it was almost like an unspoken family tradition. The couple finally got their happy ending and they left to start a new life together away from the Square with their baby Roland. "The cast and crew are incredible, I will miss them a lot. Its an exciting time to be on the show.. He also loves James Bond and controversially thinks that Timothy Dalton was an excellent 007. Former Albert Squarestar Jacqueline Jossa returned as Lauren Branning for EastEndersicon Dot Cotton's (June Brown) special funeral episode. Experts say streaming giant will drop star when his MailOnline readers back Jeremy Clarkson to keep his job on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Ricky . Linda was involved in a serious car accident. Years down the line, Ricky secured his major role in EastEnders and began portraying Stuart Highway from 2018. Could this lead to her saying farewell to the Square once and for all? Ricky Champ (born 1 July 1980) is an English actor. But as new executive producer Chris Clenshaw has found his mark by booting out some fan favourites, he has already thought of new additions to Albert Square. Could he see his on-screen sister Janine off? Ashley Byam, who will play Finlay, said: 'I'm very excited to be joining the Square. Champ has also appeared in Crims, [2] Plebs, [3] and the sixth series of HBO series Game of Thrones where he played Gatins. one being sexually harassed after a night out. You wouldnt know it looking at his portrayal of complex Stuart, but the multi-talented Ricky is well known as a Shakespeare actor. He portrayed Paul Parker in the sitcom Him and Her while he also played Gatins in Season 6 of Game of Thrones. 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Her character is going off to university. The star recently welcomed his second child into the world with his wife Sammy via C-section. Fans are already expecting her to meeta grisly demiseafter she was seeing on dating apps in retaliation to herboyfriend Isaac Baptiste's (Stevie Basaula) infidelity abroad. Plagued by a never-ending cough this winter? Peter Beale made his comeback to the Square in 2020 and proved to be quite a successful businessman as he juggled his dad, Ian Beale's (Adam Woodyatt) many businesses. "Hes been working hard behind the scenes since January and is really planning to shake things up which means saying goodbye to some characters. A source said:Whenever a new boss comes in theres always going to be big changes and its no different with Chris. The Sun exclusively revealed that Stuart will be leaving the soap after four years. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The Albert Square brothers took a trip to the theatre last night (January . The cast axing was part of new executive producer Chris Clenshaws plan to restructure the show with a number of dramatic twists over the summer. 7. He has struggled with his mental health after his diagnosis with breast cancer and he is having trouble adjusting to parenthood after he and wife Rainie (Tanya Franks) tried for a child for a long time. BBC. General Hospital Spoilers: Austin And Liesl Hear Big News-Liesl Rushes To Save Grandnieces Life? He discovered that Ben was the assailant and demanded that his grandmother Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) reported Ben to the police. Lauren survived the accident but Abi tragically lost her life and Lauren moved away to New Zealand. EastEnders actor Ricky Champ has reunited with Tony Clay and we're not crying, we promise. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Ex EastEnders star Ricky Champ looks completely unrecognisable in his new role as Captain Hook. Bold And The Beautiful Spoilers: Bill Spencers Under Sheila Carters Spell, Could Will Spencer be His Saving Grace. "Its nothing personal to any of the cast going, its simply a creative decision for big storylines to happen you have to say goodbye people, thats the nature of soap. Shane Richie is back to reprise his role as the iconic Alfie Moon. It was confirmed that characters Stuart Highway ( Ricky Champ ), Dana Monroe (Barbara Smith), Peter Beale (Dayle Hudson) and Jada Lennox (Kelsey Calladine-Smith) would be written out of the soap, who have all since left the soap. Im looking forward to catching up with some old cast mates and meeting some new ones. I think she's a great addition to the show, but obviously, the people up top have got their reasons. He also guest starred in the show for one episode in September 2009 playing a different character who was simply credited as 'photographer'. Elsewhere, three other characters will be departing this summer with one having already filmed their final scenes. ': Kim Kardashian is hailed the 'Queen of TikTok' after giving herself a Charles's first royal RSVP! Extraordinary moment shirtless Michael Clarke and Karl Stefanovic face off in a wild late-night scuffle - as More misery for NHS patients as thousands of nurses stage two-day strike across England: Health chiefs warn Is it time for the Government to give the nurses a better pay deal? It comes after anew EastEnders family was announced earlier this week. I think its about time for her to spread her wings. 'Chris has some really big stories planned and viewers will see his stuff starting to air over the summer. Ricky Champ's been married to his wife, Samantha Champ, since 2016. Please refresh the page and try again. Farewell:Dana Monroe (Barbara Smith) and Peter Beale (Dayle Hudson) will be saying goodbye to Walford out in a dramatic storyline after sharing a kiss. Sharon's brother Zack Hudson (James Farrar) tried to stop Jada from leaving, but she got on the bus to her aunt's and left, taking Alyssa with her. EastEndersstar Danielle Harold, who plays fan-favourite Lola Pearceis also leaving the soap after her devastating brain tumour storyline was confirmed, which will see the young mum eventually lose her life to the disease. In a major shake-up executed by new boss Chris Clenshaw, five characters are confirmed to be leaving. 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Bath As Peter and Dana grow close, Peter's brother Bobby (Clay Milner Russell) will be hurt as his hopes of a reunion with his ex are dashed. She is said to be "in pieces" after her upcoming exit was announced as she wasn't expecting to be given the chop. (Image credit: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron). I'm having a ball getting to grips with Felix and cannot wait for you all to meet him!'. Bobby said on joiningEastEnders: Im really excited to be joining the cast ofEastEnders so far its been perfect. EastEnders bosses have revealed beloved cabbie Mitch Baker (Roger Griffiths) will be getting some company ashis estranged brother Averyis set to arrive in Walford this summer. Ricky, who played Stuart Highway in the BBC One soap, met up with Callum Highway star Tony, 31, for a . The actor was worlds apart from his role in the long-running drama as he sports dark hair and a graduation cap and gown. Ricky went onto star in some iconic storylines including one about male breast cancer. After almost two decades since first stepping onto Albert Square,Shane Richie is back to reprise his role as the iconic Alfie Moon. He has become one of the much-loved characters of EastEnders and a staple addition to the soap for the last nine years. Perfect casting for Callum and Stuart.". She graduated from Anglia Ruskin University in 2020 with a degree in Writing and Film Studies, which only made her love for creative writing, film and TV grow stronger. However, this was not his first appearance in the BBC One programme. Laila Morse has already made her return as Big Mo Harris after Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) found her mum Jean (Gillian Wright) living with her in a caravan park following her bipolar episode. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. On their way out:EastEnders bosses are set to give the cast a huge shake up with five cast members confirmed as leaving the BBC soap, with Ricky Champ (pictured) set to depart. EastEnders bosses have revealed beloved cabbie Mitch Baker (Roger Griffiths) will be getting some company as his estranged brother Avery is set to arrive in Walford this summer. He donned a black curly wig, a red coat embellished with jewels and the famous hook. The newsoapproducer - who took over fromoutgoing boss Jon Senearlier this year - will kick off an explosive summer with four dramatic exits. 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You will receive a verification email shortly. The much-loved mechanic is known as the brother of troublesome Janine and was married twice to much-loved Walford resident Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer), who was famous for shouting the infamous line "Rickaaay!" Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. View our online Press Pack. Ricky Champ (Stuart Highway), Dayle Hudson (Peter Beale),. After it was revealed that Lola Pearce would be axed from the soap, rumours began circulating that Lola will tragically die from a brain tumour. 5. "Absolutely bloody gorgeous", wrote a third fan. 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"Its nothing personal to any of the cast going, its simply a creative decision for big storylines to happen you have to say goodbye people, thats the nature of soap. Gang: Musician and actor Omar Lye-Fook, MBE will be playing Avery Baker, the charming older sibling of Mitch, who will arrive on the scene with his two sons, Realising there must be a reason for Avery suddenly coming back into his life, Mitch is determined to get to the bottom of what's going on and find out what secret Avery is hiding. His onscreen alter ego was a bit of a creep to begin with, and not received well by fans. "Amazing pics", commented one of his followers while another added: "Ricky with hair?!?!". The influencer, who is expecting her second child in July,. I dont want to be in the back of a cab. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, FOUR characters are set to leave Albert Square this summer, Ricky Champ aka Stuart Highway and Peter Beale actor Dayle Hudson have been given the boot, Kelsey Calladine-Smith, known for portraying Jada Lennox will also be leaving the BBC One soap, Dana Monroe actress Barbara Smith will be leaving her on-screen flame Bobby Beale a lonely man, The news follow reports that Lola Pearce star Danielle Harold is set to be killed off this summer, But new faces will also be moving in to the Square, EastEnders shock as FOUR characters to exit in new boss shake-up, Maya Jama lined up for major Love Island deal after incredible debut that completely outshone the shows new wannabes, Hairy Bikers Si King and Dave Myers leave BBC viewers gutted with heartbreaking update, Myleene Klass looks incredible as she poses topless to show off her tan for bikini shoot, I was on A New Life in the Sun - I have two big warnings for anyone planning a fresh start abroad, Stacey Dooley gives birth to first baby with ex Strictly pro Kevin Clifton and reveals cute name, EastEnders, Waterloo Road and Silent Witness pulled from TV tonight in latest BBC schedule shake-up, New, leaving and returning Eastenders cast, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). "Theyve been so amazing in sharing their experiences with me, and Im so lucky to have them. ", A third commented: "I will miss seeing you on EastEnders. A source said:Whenever a new boss comes in theres always going to be big changes and its no different with Chris. He was introduced in the episode first broadcast in the United Kingdom on 1 January 2018. After last being seen on the Square in 2004 as a baby, Freddie Slater (Bobby Brazier) returned in September 2022 searching for answers about his father.
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