The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the British soap opera EastEnders in 2024, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by the show's executive producer, Chris Clenshaw.[1] The first characters to be introduced are Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), the adoptive parents of George Knight (Colin Salmon). Harold Martin (David Sterne), the husband of Aunt Sal (Anna Karen), and Logan (Liam Hatch), a bully who attacks Denzel Danes (Jaden Ledega), appear in one episode each during January. Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell), a teenager who is supported by Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), joins the recurring cast in March. Warren Finn (Neil Roberts), a barrister, appears in two episodes in April. The following month, Junior Knight (Micah Balfour), the estranged son of George Knight, is introduced. Additionally, multiple other characters were featured during the year.
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Eddie Knight | |
| Portrayer: | Christopher Fairbank |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6831 |
| Last: | Episode 6891 |
| Classification: | Former; recurring |
| Wife: | Gloria Knight (until 2024) |
| Adoptivesons: | George Knight |
| Grandsons: | Junior Knight (adoptive) |
| Granddaughters: | Gina Knight (adoptive) Anna Knight (adoptive) |
| Relatives: | Xavier Knight (adoptive) |
Eddie Knight, played by Christopher Fairbank, first appears in episode 6831, originally broadcast on 1 January 2024.[2] The character and Fairbank's casting details were announced on 10 December 2023.[2] Eddie is introduced with his wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), as the adoptive parents of established character George Knight (Colin Salmon).[2] Fairbank and Counsell were contracted for a short stint.[2] The characters' backstory states that Eddie and Gloria have not seen George for over a decade. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, explained that it would "[become] apparent why George has kept his distance".[2]
The characters' arrival proves a surprise for George and they are introduced with a secret. Clenshaw teased that Eddie and Gloria would be "thrust into the heart of the drama" upon their introduction.[2] Fairbank expressed his joy at joining the show and working with the cast. Clenshaw was excited about the casting of the "legendary and immensely talented" Fairbank and Counsell.[2] Producers used the characters of Eddie, Gloria and George to explore the topic of baby farming. To ensure the story was portrayed sensitively and accurately, the show worked with experts and those with lived experiences of farming.[3] Through the story, Eddie's "racist ideologies" are also examined and result in clashes with his family.[3] Clenshaw opined that the story follows EastEnders tradition of "telling challenging yet truthful stories".[3] He added that the story would challenge George "to question the identity his parents gave him from childhood as he discovers the true means by which he was adopted".[3]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Gloria Knight | |
| Portrayer: | Elizabeth Counsell |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6831 |
| Last: | Episode 6890 |
| Classification: | Former; recurring |
| Husband: | Eddie Knight (until 2024) |
| Adoptivesons: | George Knight |
| Grandsons: | Junior Knight (adoptive) |
| Granddaughters: | Gina Knight (adoptive) Anna Knight (adoptive) |
| Brothers: | Gordon |
| Relatives: | Xavier Knight (adoptive) |
Gloria Knight, played by Elizabeth Counsell, first appears in episode 6831, originally broadcast on 1 January 2024.[2] The character and Counsell's casting details were announced on 10 December 2023.[2] Gloria is introduced with her husband, Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank), as the adoptive parents of established character George Knight (Colin Salmon).[2] Counsell and Fairbank were contracted for a short stint.[2] The characters' backstory states that Gloria and Eddie have not seen George for over a decade. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, explained that it would "[become] apparent why George has kept his distance".[2] Counsell expressed her joy at joining the show and working with the cast and crew. She was looking forward to working with Salmon again, having previously worked together almost thirty years prior.[2] Clenshaw was excited about the casting of the "legendary and immensely talented" Counsell and Fairbank.[2]
The characters' arrival proves a surprise for George and they are introduced with a secret. Clenshaw teased that Gloria and Eddie would be "thrust into the heart of the drama" upon their introduction.[2] Producers used the characters of Gloria, Eddie and George to explore the topic of baby farming. To ensure the story was portrayed sensitively and accurately, the show worked with experts and those with lived experiences of farming.[3] Clenshaw opined that the story follows EastEnders tradition of "telling challenging yet truthful stories".[3] He added that the story would challenge George "to question the identity his parents gave him from childhood as he discovers the true means by which he was adopted".[3] The character was written out of the series in episode 6890, originally broadcast on 11 April 2024. Gloria was killed off after suffering a heart attack, having reunited with George.[4]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Harold Martin | |
| Portrayer: | David Sterne |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| Only: | Episode 6839 |
| Classification: | Former; guest |
| Wife: | Sal Martin (until 2024) |
| Sons: | Lenny Martin |
| Daughters: | Loretta Martin |
Harold Martin, played by David Sterne, first appears in episode 6839, originally broadcast on 15 January 2024.[5] The character and Sterne's casting details were announced on 8 January 2024.[6] Harold is introduced as the husband of established character Aunt Sal (Anna Karen), the aunt of Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) and Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf).[6] Aunt Sal appeared on the show sporadically across 21 years with Harold being referenced throughout her appearances but never appearing.[6] Sterne was contracted for a short guest stint. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, expressed his joy at casting Sterne and described the character as "elusive".[6]
Producers introduced Harold to the show as part of a set of episodes portraying Aunt Sal's funeral. The character of Aunt Sal was killed off, off screen, following the real life death of Karen in early 2022. Clenshaw opined that it was "imperative that we gave Aunt Sal the send-off she deserved".[6] Sterne enjoyed playing the character of Harold and recognised that the character was "important in the context of the show".[6] He added, "The writing was brilliant, so he was a joy to play."[6]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Logan | |
| Portrayer: | Liam Hatch |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| Only: | Episode 6847 |
| Classification: | Former; guest |
| Occupation: | Student |
Logan, played by Liam Hatch, appears in episode 6847, originally broadcast on 29 January 2024.[7] The character was announced on 24 January 2024.[8] Logan is introduced as a school bully who has a fight with Denzel Danes (Jaden Ladega).[9] Hatch used his own personal experiences of school to prepare for the role of Logan, but recognised that society had changed since he was at school. In light of this, the actor aimed to "modernise [himself] in a way" through his mannerisms and body language. Hatch's casting received criticism from viewers of the show as he is 10 years older than his character.[9] The actor found the comments amusing and admitted that his friends had contacted him to check how he was feeling. Nadia Khomami, writing for The Guardian, opined that Logan had become "the most talked about bully of the week".[10] Dan Seddon from Digital Spy described the character as someone "making Denzel Danes' life a misery on screen".[9]
Logan first appears when he cuts the queue at McKlunky's fast food restaurant and insults Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd), who leaves, upset. Amy's boyfriend, Denzel Danes, sees Logan and confronts him in the market. Denzel receives support from the market traders, so Logan leaves. That night, Logan and his friends corner Denzel in a back alley and attack him, filming the attack. Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) finds the gang attacking Denzel and runs to intervene, but falls over; they begin filming her and laughing. Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) sees the attack and threatens them with a metal pipe, so they all run away.[7]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Britney Wainwright | |
| Portrayer: | Lola Campbell |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6867 |
| Last: | Episode 6913 |
| Classification: | Former; recurring |
| Mother: | Keeley Wainwright |
| Halfbrothers: | Taylor Wainwright |
Britney Wainwright, played by Lola Campbell, first appears in episode 6867, originally broadcast on 4 March 2024.[11] The character and Campbell's casting details were announced on 26 February 2024.[11] Britney is introduced as a neglected child who bonds with established character Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty).[11] McGarty likened Britney to a younger version of Whitney, which she said Whitney recognises.[12] Britney is introduced during two special episodes of the show. The episodes were set across five weeks in Milton Keynes and feature the return of Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer).[11] Filming took place from January 2024 with some on-location filming captured in paparazzi photography.[13]
Writers devised the character of Britney as part of McGarty's exit from the series.[11] Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, was excited for Campbell to join the cast and teased that Whitney would be "thrust into the heart of the drama" with Britney's arrival.[11] The character's backstory states that she and her brother, Taylor Wainwright (Mason Godfrey), are being neglected by their mother, Keeley Wainwright (Kirsty J Curtis), who is battling with addiction.[11] Britney and Taylor live on the same estate as Bianca and are being supported by her. McGarty observed that Whitney feels "incredibly sorry" for Britney when they meet and resolves to "take her under her wing".[12] Britney has not been attending school at all since the COVID-19 pandemic, which annoys Whitney. Keeley is later arrested, leaving Britney alone. Whitney then decides that she and her partner Zack Hudson (James Farrar) will foster her. McGarty told Sarah Ellis of Inside Soap that Whitney begins to make Britney "her main priority" instead of Zack and her unborn baby, which she opined was "quite sad".[12]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Warren Finn | |
| Portrayer: | Neil Roberts |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6889 |
| Last: | Episode 6890 |
| Classification: | Former; guest |
| Occupation: | Barrister |
Warren Finn, played by Neil Roberts, first appears in episode 6889, originally broadcast on 10 April 2024. The character and Roberts' casting details were announced on 4 April 2024.[14] Warren is introduced as the barrister hired to represent Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) at his trial for historic racially motivated murder.[14] Roberts was contracted for a guest stint.[14] The actor expressed his excitement at guest starring in the soap. He was pleased to be part of the story and wanted to ensure it was portrayed "accurately and sensitively".[14] The character appears in two episodes and departs in episode 6890, originally broadcast on 11 April 2024.
At Eddie's trial, Warren questions his adopted son George Knight (Colin Salmon) about his witness statement, his upbringing and the character statement he was prepared to share at the pre-trial. Warren suggests that George is doing this in spite after learning that he was subject to baby farming as an infant. Eddie and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) are then found guilty.
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Junior Knight | |
| Portrayer: | Micah Balfour |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| Years: | 2024–present |
| First: | Episode 6906 |
| Classification: | Present; regular |
| Occupation: | Construction consultant |
| Alias: | George Knight Jr. |
| Father: | George Knight |
| Mother: | Sabrina Knight |
| Halfsisters: | Gina Knight Anna Knight |
| Wife: | Monique Knight |
| Sons: | Xavier Knight |
| Grandfathers: | Henry Kofi Asare Eddie Knight (adoptive) |
| Grandmothers: | Margaret Abena Asare Gloria Knight (adoptive) |
Junior Knight, played by Micah Balfour, first appears in episode 6906, originally broadcast on 13 May 2024.[15] The character had been referenced before his introduction, but further details about the character and Balfour's casting details were announced on 2 May 2024.[15] Junior is introduced as the estranged son of George Knight (Colin Salmon).[15] Balfour described Junior as "a complex man".[15] The character's backstory states that Junior and George have been estranged for decades, however, the reasons were not disclosed prior to his arrival.[16] This was then explored in the character's early episodes.[17]
Details surrounding the character's introduction were kept embargoed, but Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, warned that Junior would be "thrust into the heart of the drama".[15] In his early episodes, writers established the character as having secrets and paired him in a one-night stand with Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer). A twist was incorporated into the story when Junior is revealed to have a wife and son; Monique Knight (Busayo Ige) and Xavier Knight (Chase Dean-Williams) are then introduced to the series.[17] A specially-made trailer was released on social media to promote Junior's introduction.[16] Balfour expressed his excitement at joining the cast and working with his on-screen family. He called walking on the set "the most surreal experience of my career".[15] Clenshaw was pleased about Balfour's casting and teased that there would be "more to Junior than meets the eye".[15]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Monique Knight | |
| Portrayer: | Busayo Ige |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6907 |
| Last: | Episode 6922 |
| Classification: | Former; guest |
| Husband: | Junior Knight |
| Sons: | Xavier Knight |
Monique Knight, played by Busayo Ige, first appears in episode 6907, originally broadcast on 14 May 2024.[17] The character and Ige's casting details were announced on the same day.[18] Monique is introduced as the wife of Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) and arrives with their young son, Xavier Knight (Chase Dean-Williams).[17] Monique is of Ghanaian heritage, which helps her bond with Junior's father, George Knight (Colin Salmon),[18] whom she offers to help reconnect with his Ghana roots after being invited to stay. Producers wanted the characters of Monique and Xavier to be a surprise to the audience, especially as Junior has had sex with Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) after his introduction.[17] This twist led to Monique and Xavier's departures from the series after she learns the truth. The character departs in episode 6922, originally broadcast on 6 June 2024.[19]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Xavier Knight | |
| Portrayer: | Chase Dean-Williams |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6907 |
| Last: | Episode 6922 |
| Classification: | Former; guest |
| Father: | Junior Knight |
| Mother: | Monique Knight |
| Grandfathers: | George Knight |
| Grandmothers: | Sabrina Knight |
| Aunts: | Gina Knight Anna Knight |
Xavier Knight, played by Chase Dean-Williams, first appears in episode 6907, originally broadcast on 14 May 2024.[17] The character and Dean-Williams' casting details were announced on the same day.[18] Xavier is introduced as the young son of Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) and arrives with his mother, Monique Knight (Busayo Ige).[17] Producers wanted the characters of Monique and Xavier to be a surprise to the audience, especially as Junior has had sex with Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) after his introduction.[17] This twist leads to Monique and Xavier's departures from the series after she learns the truth. Whilst in Walford, Xavier meets his grandfather George Knight (Colin Salmon) and his aunts, Gina (Francesca Henry) and Anna Knight (Molly Rainford) for the first time. He briefly moves in with them and Anna bonds with him by reading his favourite book to him. The character departs in episode 6922, originally broadcast on 6 June 2024.[19]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Dolly Dean-Hudson | |
| Portrayer: | Uncredited |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6910 |
| Last: | Episode 6913 |
| Classification: | Former; recurring |
| Family: | Jackson |
| Father: | Zack Hudson |
| Mother: | Whitney Dean |
| Sisters: | Peach |
| Grandfathers: | Gavin Sullivan |
| Grandmothers: | Debra Dean Bianca Jackson (adoptive) |
| Uncles: |
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| Aunts: | Sharon Watts Tiffany Butcher (adoptive) |
| Cousins: | Lily Slater Dennis Rickman Jnr Albie Watts |
| Relatives: | Charli Slater |
Dolly Dean-Hudson is the daughter of Zack Hudson (James Farrar) and Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), born on episode 6910, which aired on 16 May 2024. Prior to Dolly's conception, Zack and Whitney had lost their baby daughter Peach, who had Edwards syndrome.[20] Whitney is terrified of losing her second child and so busies herself illegally fostering Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell), which puts a strain on her relationship with Zack.Whitney goes into labour when trapped in a taco van with Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa). They eventually alert Whitney's adoptive mother Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) to their whereabouts, who manages to free them both and get Whitney to hospital, where she safely delivers her baby daughter with Bianca by her side. Zack arrives moments after the birth and they announce to Bianca and Britney that they have named her Dolly Dean-Hudson.[21]
Jossa, who plays Lauren, had previously said that those scenes would be "hugely awkward". Jossa also continued, "It's one of those situations where you think, 'I can't be here, this is wrong," she admitted. "Lauren loves her friend and wants to make her happy, and if she acts too weird, Whitney will notice, so she has to play along. But ultimately, Lauren probably wants to move back to New Zealand at that moment." After finding out that Zack had cheated on her with Lauren, Whitney decides she needs a fresh start away from Walford and so moves to Wakefield to live with her brother Ryan Malloy (Neil McDermott), taking Britney and Dolly with her, in scenes that aired on 23 May 2024 in Episode 6913.
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Maya Houssain | |
| Portrayer: | Bharti Patel |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6916 |
| Last: | Episode 6964 |
| Classification: | Former; recurring |
Maya Houssain, portrayed by Bharti Patel,[22] first appeared on 29 May 2024 as a new friend for Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman). Patel's casting was announced on 20 May 2024. Maya and Harvey are set to "bond over a mutual love of football"and Harvey is going to be "delighted". After Harvey meets Maya and they bond over their love for Tottenham Hotspurs, he loses her number so he tries to track her down on social media, with the help of Tommy Moon (Sonny Kendall), but this doesn't go down well with her as she doesn't appreciate being 'stalked' on social media. In Episode 6920, which originally aired 4 June 2024, Maya revealed to Harvey that she had a husband, who was also a taxi driver, that passed away in 2023. This was why she then deleted her social media profiles, which Harvey previously realised when trying to contact her as she left her hat behind, as being a widow it made her more vulnerable to scammers.
It is later revealed that Maya has been trying to get money from Harvey,[23] a plan which fails after she drops a letter revealing that she doesn't live in a small flat like she had said before. Harvey then decided to investigate and goes to Maya's address, which he enters after knocking and being left unanswered. Harvey then enters the property to find a terrified man inside. He tries to calm him down before Maya arrives home, but when she does she puts the man to bed, revealing that he is in fact her husband, Abdul Houssain (Sanjiv Hayre). As Maya had also previously lied about her husband being dead, Harvey demands for answers, Maya reveals that Abdul is the man Harvey's son Aaron Monroe (Charlie Wernham) tried to murder in a racially motivated attack. Maya feels that Harvey is partially accountable as he gave Aaron a false alibi on the night of the attack, but feels bad for trying to take money from him because she thinks she's a genuinely likes him as he is a nice man.
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Teddy Mitchell | |
| Portrayer: | Roland Manookian |
| Years: | 2024–present |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6931 |
| Classification: | Present; regular |
| Family: | Mitchell |
| Alias: | Edward Mitchell |
| Father: | Stevie Mitchell |
| Mother: | Connie Mitchell |
| Sons: | Harry Mitchell Barney Mitchell |
| Halfbrothers: | Charlie Mitchell Billy Mitchell |
| Nephews: | Jamie Mitchell Dan Pearce Will Mitchell |
| Nieces: | Janet Mitchell |
| Relatives: | Phil Mitchell Grant Mitchell Sam Mitchell Ben Mitchell Louise Mitchell Raymond Dawkins Albie Watts Lola Pearce Lexi Pearce |
Teddy Mitchell, portrayed by Roland Manookian, first appeared on 26 June 2024. The character and Mankoonian's casting details were announced on 6 June 2024.[24] Teddy is introduced as part of the Mitchell family, as the estranged son of Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford), and long-lost half-brother of established character Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick). Teddy is set to arrive alongside his two sons, Harry (Elijah Holloway) and Barney (Lewis Bridgeman).[25]
Manookian also commented on his casting by saying "I've been watching EastEnders my whole life, so being part of it is amazing... Coming in as a Mitchell means you've got big shoes to fill, but it's a challenge that I'm happy to accept."[26] He also expressed his delight to be working with other EastEnders actors. "It's a privilege to have the chance to work with the likes of Perry Fenwick [Billy], Steve McFadden [Phil], and the legendary Alan Ford [Stevie] – what amazing company to keep. Teddy is an enigmatic sort of fella with old-school principles, but he's tuned into modernity, too. It's a lovely part to get my teeth into."[27]
Executive producer Chris Clenshaw also said he was "delighted"[28] about the intoduction of "a new branch of the iconic Mitchell family to the Square".[29]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Harry Mitchell | |
| Portrayer: | Elijah Holloway |
| Years: | 2024–present |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6931 |
| Classification: | Present; regular |
| Family: | Mitchell |
| Father: | Teddy Mitchell |
| Brothers: | Barney Mitchell |
| Uncles: | Billy Mitchell Charlie Mitchell |
| Grandfathers: | Stevie Mitchell |
| Cousins: | Janet Mitchell Will Mitchell Jamie Mitchell |
| Relatives: | Phil Mitchell Grant Mitchell Sam Mitchell Ben Mitchell Louise Mitchell Lola Pearce |
Harry Mitchell, portrayed by Elijah Holloway, first appeared on 26 June 2024. The character and Holloway's casting details were announced on 6 June 2024.[24] Harry is introduced as part of the Mitchell family, and is the eldest son of Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian), who is introduced as the estranged son of Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford), and long-lost half-brother of established character Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick). Harry is set to arrive alongside his father, and younger brother Barney (Lewis Bridgeman).[25]
Holloway discussed being cast as Harry by saying "It's a massive privilege to join a British institution like EastEnders, and to be playing a Mitchell makes it even more exciting. We've been given such a warm welcome, and it's unbelievable to be turning up to work in Walford every day."[25] He also discussed Harry's character: "Harry has a lot of charm and swagger, but he's got a bit of a temper, too. He can't resist trouble, or the ladies, so he's ready to shake things up in typical Mitchell style!"[25]
Executive producer Chris Clenshaw also said he was "delighted"[30] about the intoduction of "a new branch of the iconic Mitchell family to the Square".[31]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Barney Mitchell | |
| Portrayer: | Lewis Bridgeman |
| Years: | 2024–present |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6931 |
| Classification: | Present; regular |
| Family: | Mitchell |
| Father: | Teddy Mitchell |
| Brothers: | Harry Mitchell |
| Uncles: | Billy Mitchell Charlie Mitchell |
| Grandfathers: | Stevie Mitchell |
| Cousins: | Janet Mitchell Will Mitchell Jamie Mitchell |
| Relatives: | Phil Mitchell Grant Mitchell Sam Mitchell Ben Mitchell Louise Mitchell Lola Pearce |
Barney Mitchell, portrayed by Lewis Bridgeman, first appeared on 26 June 2024. The character and Bridgeman's casting details were announced on 6 June 2024.[24] Barney is introduced as part of the Mitchell family, and is the youngest son of Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian), who is introduced as the estranged son of Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford), and long-lost half-brother of established character Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick). Barney is set to arrive alongside his father, and older brother Harry (Elijah Holloway).[25]
Bridgeman commented on his casting by saying "Joining the EastEnders cast has been very exciting and such a great opportunity, which has been made even better by working with a wonderful cast and crew."[25] He also discussed what Barney's character would be like. "Barney is an interesting character to explore because of his more introverted nature compared to the other members of his family, and I'm looking forward to seeing how he grows and develops in Albert Square."[25]
Executive producer Chris Clenshaw also said he was "delighted"[32] about the intoduction of "a new branch of the iconic Mitchell family to the Square".[33]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Brenda Collins | |
| Portrayer: | Nichola McAuliffe |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6951 |
| Classification: | Present; guest |
| Husband: | Hugh Collins |
| Daughters: | Debbie Colwell |
Brenda Collins is the mother of Debbie Colwell (Jenny Meier),[34] who was recently murdered by her husband, Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman).[34] She is portrayed by Nichola McAuliffe,[34] whose casting was announced on 25 July 2024.[34] Brenda first appears alongside her husband, Hugh Collins,[34] who is played by Michael Bertenshaw,[34] in Episode 6951, which originally aired on 29 July 2024, when they find out that Debbie has died. They meet Reiss' girlfriend, Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy), which has been described to "throw the cat among the pigeons as they dissect what that could mean for how their daughter suddenly died".[34] Justin Harp from Digital Spy described that "Reiss's in-laws also don't know he's been dating Sonia Fowler while Debbie lay in a coma. The Collinses will certainly have some uncomfortable questions for their son-in-law."[35]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Hugh Collins | |
| Portrayer: | Michael Bertenshaw |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6951 |
| Classification: | Present; guest |
| Wife: | Brenda Collins |
| Daughters: | Debbie Colwell |
Hugh Collins is the father of Debbie Colwell (Jenny Meier),[34] who was recently been murdered by her husband, Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman).[34] He portrayed by Michael Bertenshaw,[34] whose casting was announced on 25 July 2024.[34] Hugh appears alongside his wife, Brenda Collins,[34] who is played by Nichola McAuliffe,[34] in Episode 6951, which originally aired on 29 July 2024, when they find out that Debbie has died. They meet Reiss' girlfriend, Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy), which has been described to "throw the cat among the pigeons as they dissect what that could mean for how their daughter suddenly died".[34] Justin Harp from Digital Spy described that "Reiss's in-laws also don't know he's been dating Sonia Fowler while Debbie lay in a coma. The Collinses will certainly have some uncomfortable questions for their son-in-law."[35]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Ayesha Siddhu | |
| Portrayer: | Laila Rouass |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | Episode 6955 5 August 2024 |
| Last: | Episode 6958 12 August 2024 |
| Classification: | Former; guest |
Ayesha Siddhu is a woman from Nish (Navin Chowdhry) and Suki Panesar's (Balvinder Sopal) past.[36] She is played by former Holby City star Laila Rouass,[36] and made her first appearance in Episode 6955, which originally aired 5 August 2024.[36] Rouass' casting was announced on 26 July 2024.[36] Ayesha arrived in Walford after being asked to come.[36] She hadn't seen Nish and Suki for many years.[36]
Rouass commented on her excitement of being cast in EastEnders: "I cannot tell you how excited I am to be in EastEnders! I was born in the East End and grew up there, and there was such a buzz when the show started."[36] She continued by reminiscing on her childhood memories of EastEnders: "Even though I was little at the time, I can clearly remember the first episode and Doctor Legg arriving at the flat where Reg Cox had been murdered."[36] Rouass also revealed that she has worked with Navin Chowdhry before: "I've also known Navin Chowdhry (who plays Nish) for many years, so it was great to work with him again and to do scenes with Balvinder Sopal (who plays Suki) and the rest of the Panesars as Ayesha reunites with them. This is a lifelong dream come true!"[36]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Kobina Asare | |
| Portrayer: | Jonathan Nyati |
| Years: | 2024–present |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | 2024 |
| Classification: | Future; guest |
| Father: | Henry Kofi Asare |
| Mother: | Margaret Abena Asare |
| Brothers: | George Knight Kojo Asare |
| Nephews: | Junior Knight |
| Nieces: | Gina Knight Anna Knight |
| Relatives: | Xavier Knight |
Kobina Asare, portrayed by Ted Lasso star, Jonathan Nyati,[37] is the brother of George Knight (Colin Salmon).[37] Koleosho's casting was announced on 14 August 2024,[37] and he is set to appear alongside his brother, Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho), as George "continues to explore his identity."[37] George had recently been discovered that his adoptive father, Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank), had killed his biological father in order to prevent him from reuniting with his biological parents.[37] He had also recently found out from Angela Lawal (Susan Auderin), who is set to return with Kobina and Kojo from Ghana, that his biological mother had recently passed away.[37] Kobina is set to have a short stint on the soap,[37] as he returns to Ghana overwhelmed after George decides to look after Kojo, who has Autism.[37]
Executive producer, Chris Clenshaw has teased that the brothers "a lot of complex emotions to come to terms with" after being "torn apart by tragedy".[37] Nyati also commented on his casting: "I am really honoured to appear in EastEnders, a British soap that I grew up watching religiously. It's exciting to be part of George Knight's storyline and his on-screen family. I can't wait for viewers to be introduced to Kobina and his little brother Kojo as they arrive in Albert Square for the first time."[37]
| Series: | EastEnders |
| Kojo Asare | |
| Portrayer: | Dayo Koleosho |
| Years: | 2024–present |
| Introducer: | Chris Clenshaw |
| First: | 2024 |
| Classification: | Future; regular |
| Father: | Henry Kofi Asare |
| Mother: | Margaret Abena Asare |
| Brothers: | George Knight Kobina Asare |
| Nephews: | Junior Knight |
| Nieces: | Gina Knight Anna Knight |
| Relatives: | Xavier Knight |
Kojo Asare, portrayed by Casualty star, Dayo Koleosho,[37] is the brother of George Knight (Colin Salmon).[37] Koleosho's casting was announced on 14 August 2024,[37] and he is set to appear alongside his brother, Kobina Asare (Jonathan Nyati), as George "continues to explore his identity."[37] George had recently been discovered that his adoptive father, Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank), had killed his biological father in order to prevent him from reuniting with his biological parents.[37] He had also recently found out from Angela Lawal (Susan Auderin), who is set to return with Kobina and Kojo from Ghana, that his biological mother had recently passed away.[37] It was also announced that Kojo has Autism and Koleosho, who plays him is neurodivergent.[37] Kojo is set to join the soap on a full-time basis,[37] as George decides he is going to take care of Kojo in Walford as Kobina is overwhelmed and returns to Ghana.[37]
Executive producer, Chris Clenshaw has teased that the brothers "a lot of complex emotions to come to terms with" after being "torn apart by tragedy".[37] Koleosho commented on his casting: "It's been absolutely amazing – I'm loving every minute of working with the cast and crew. It's an incredible storyline for Kojo and his family. It is a dream that has become reality. There are many surprises and I'm taking every opportunity to work creatively with other talented actors."[37]
| Character | Episode date(s) | Actor | Circumstances | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juliette Dubois | 1 January 2024 | Lily Catalifo[38] | A former colleague of Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) who she has been avoiding. They discuss an event where Penny was nearly arrested. Penny and her cousin, Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), later find Juliette talking to Lauren's son, Louie Beale (Jake McNally). She explains that Louie told her about Penny's father, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), a detective in the police force; Penny reassures Juliette that she is estranged from her father. Juliette threatens Louie's life and instructs Penny to do a job for her, claiming that Penny's disability will help. | |
| Maxime | Ilan Evans | A man who flirts with Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) at a New Year's Eve party. She rebuffs his advances and asks him for her name, which he cannot recall. He leaves her alone when Lauren's cousin, Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine), tells him that Lauren is a recovering alcoholic and single mother. | ||
| Elle | Zoë Armer | A woman who Peter Beale (Thomas Law) meets in Peggy's nightclub. They return to Peter's house and have sex. Afterwards, she reveals that she has a fiancé. | ||
| Officer Pickard | Saif Al-Warith | A police officer who asks to search Lauren Branning's (Jacqueline Jossa) suitcase at the airport after a detection dog alerts them to it. He finds a packet of drugs inside and arrests Lauren. | ||
| DI Price | 3–4 January 2024 (2 episodes) | Simon Lenagan[39] | A detective inspector who interviews Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) when she confesses to the drug smuggling offence that her cousin, Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), has been arrested for. DI Price speaks to Penny's father, detective Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), and sympathises with him. He asks his colleague, DC Barkley, to escort Penny to her cell, but when he enters the room, Penny is out of her wheelchair and on the floor, claiming DC Barkley has hit her. In an interview with DI Price and DC Barkley, Penny threatens to press charges unless the charges against her and Lauren are dropped; she stops when DI Price reveals two hidden CCTV cameras caught her tipping herself of her wheelchair. DI Price then offers Penny a deal to have her and Lauren released in exchange for information about Juliette Dubois (Lily Catalifo). After consulting with Jack, Penny agrees to provide DI Price with information about Juliette.[40] | |
| DC Barkley | 4 January 2024 | Uncredited | A detective constable working with DI Price (Simon Lenagan) to investigate Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) for drug smuggling. Whilst alone in an interview room, Penny tips herself out of her wheelchair onto the floor; when DC Barkley enters the room, she cries out for him not to hit her again. She then claims that DC Barkley hit her and demands that he is removed from her case. She threatens to press charges against him unless the charges against her and Lauren are dropped, but stops when DI Price reveals two hidden CCTV cameras caught her tipping herself of her wheelchair. | |
| Builder Dave | Dan Skinner[41] | A builder preparing to start work on Kathy's café, having been hired by Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) while the owner, his father Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry), is in a coma. Kathy Cotton (Gillian Taylforth) and Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) send Dave and his colleagues to get a sandwich to keep them away from café, where the body of Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters) has been hidden by Kathy, Suki, Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright). Suki speaks to Dave and explains that she wants the work postponing until after Nish is out of his coma, but Dave only agrees to postpone the work for a couple of days. He adds that they will still need paying for the inconvenience. When Dave and his team return to the café, they find that the hole in the floor has been concreted over. They exit the café to find Denise staring at them; they mock her until her daughter, Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams), interjects.[42] Dave later explains to Nish and Suki that the café floor may need digging up.[43] | ||
| Loretta Martin | 15 January 2024 | Nicola Wright[44] | The children of Aunt Sal (Anna Karen) and Harold Martin (David Sterne) who attend Sal's funeral. Loretta mistakes Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick) for the husband of Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden), who is Sal's great-nephew. Loretta and Lenny chat with their cousin Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and meet his wife, Kat Mitchell (Jessie Wallace), and stepson, Tommy Moon (Sonny Kendall). | |
| Lenny Martin | Philip Day | |||
| Sadie | 17 January 2024 | Emma Carter[45] | A marriage counsellor who leads a counselling session between Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Jack Branning (Scott Maslen). She asks Denise how she feels after Jack admits to feeling guilty about his affair. | |
| Rory | 23 January 2024 | Me'sha Bryan[46] | A friend of Howie Danes (Delroy Atkinson) who previously worked with him in the entertainment industry; she nows works on a cruise ship. Howie introduces Rory to his partner, Kim Fox-Hubbard (Tameka Empson), who is uncomfortable with Rory's presence. At a group photoshoot, Rory informs the team of entertainers that budget cuts mean people may not be offered a contract, which Kim claims is unfair. Rory later visits Howie and Kim at home to offer Kim a job as the cruise ship's social media manager. | |
| Barminder | 24 January 2024 | Amina Zia[47] | A friend of the Panesar family who attends the same gurdwara as them. She chats with Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) and asks why she has not visited the gurdwara recently; Suki claims to have been busy with work. They have a catch up, where Suki reveals that she has ended her marriage to Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry) and is worried about being judged by others. Barminder encourages Suki to return to the gurdwara and reassures her that she will be supported. | |
| Shahir | 29 January 2024 | Johndeep More | A man who Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) meets at radiotherapy. Shahir explains that it is his first radiotherapy appointment, so Alfie answers some of his questions and reassures him about the experience. After his radiotherapy, Shahir is collected by his friend and their children. | |
| 30 January 2024 | Dionne Neish[48] | The judge presiding over the special guardianship order hearing for Charli Slater. | ||
| Rufus | 31 January 2024 | James Arden[49] | A boxer at The Boxing Den gym. Denzel Danes (Jaden Ledega) asks him to spar with him, but George Knight (Colin Salmon) believes it is a bad idea as Rufus is three weight classes heavier than Denzel. Rufus agrees to be gentle, so they spar, but Rufus wins. | |
| Madame Tellerina | 1 February 2024 | Sarah Crowden[50] | A psychic who is hired to perform at The Queen Victoria pub by the landlady, Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe). She performs a reading on Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman) and accepts multiple free drinks from Elaine. Denise Fox (Diane Parish), who is struggling after being involved in a murder cover-up, offers to have a public reading. Madame Tellerina claims to be speaking to a man buried underground who "didn't deserve this", panicking Denise, but she then barks and reveals to be referring to a dog. Denise angrily calls out Madame Tellerina for lying, so they move on. | |
| Gains Guv'nor | 1 February−1 April 2024 (6 episodes) | Sanchez Brown | A fitness social media influencer whose videos are watched by Denzel Danes (Jaden Ledega). Denzel sees a video promoting Gains Guv'nor's new fitness programme, which is on sale at half price.[51] He later looks at pictures of Gains Guv'nor before deciding to purchase steroids. Denzel continues to watch his videos. | |
| Charles Dunlane | 12 February−11 April 2024 (4 episodes) | Jack Chissick[52] | A friend of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) who attends a party celebrating Eddie's community award at his home with friend Gerald (Geoff McGivern). Prior to the party, they are warned by Eddie's wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), not to upset their family. At the party, Charles makes crude comments towards Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe), who is engaged to Eddie and Gloria's son George Knight (Colin Salmon); Eddie reprimands him. Charles and Eddie are placed on trial for the historic racially motivated murder of George's biological father, Henry Kofi Asare. As they wait outside the courtroom for the pre-trial, Charles makes racist remarks. Charles and Eddie stand trial a month later; George gives a statement attesting to seeing both men attack Henry. They are found guilty. | |
| Gerald | 12 February 2024 | Geoff McGivern | A friend of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) who attends a party celebrating Eddie's community award at his home with friend Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick). Prior to the party, they are warned by Eddie's wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), not to upset their family. Gerald gets drunk and accidentally reveals to Eddie and Gloria's son, George Knight (Colin Salmon), that Eddie is pending trial for a historic racially motivated murder and needs a character witness statement from him. | |
| Sue | 15 February 2024 | Julia Riley[53] | A customer at Fox & Hair salon who is unhappy with how short Denise Fox (Diane Parish) has cut her hair. Denise is then rude towards Sue, so Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd) offers her the haircut for free. | |
| Dr Okeke | 22 February 2024 | Lisa Davina Phillip[54] | Three doctors from the local mental health team who assess Denise Fox (Diane Parish) as a mental health risk after being called. They have concerns about Denise and inform her husband, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), and daughter, Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams), that she is displaying signs of psychosis and needs to be sectioned. Dr Okeke explains that if Denise refuses to be sectioned voluntarily, they will need to call the police. Denise agrees to be sectioned voluntarily and goes with the mental health team. | |
| Sally Lunt | Rachel Denning | |||
| Dr Giles | Uncredited | |||
| Roger Peel | 26–29 February 2024 (2 episodes) | Ben Jones[55] | A divorce lawyer introduced to Kat Mitchell (Jessie Wallace) by her boyfriend, Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry). He suggests to Kat that they move her assets into a limited company registered in someone else's name. He flirts with Kat and reveals he is married. Kat asks Eve Unwin (Heather Peace) about Roger and she explains that he is a notorious adulterer and should not be trusted. Kat meets with Roger privately at her office the following day and they flirt. Roger kisses Kat, so she points out the CCTV camera. She threatens to send the footage if he does not give her information about Nish that she can use to her advantage, but Roger explains that his wife would not be bothered by a kiss. Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) then enters and reveals that is incorrect as Roger is on his final warning with his wife. He agrees to provide information on Nish, which is overheard by Avani Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy), who informs Nish.[56] | |
| Fern | Ellena Vincent | A customer at Beale's Eels pie and mash restaurant who flirts with owner Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo). Dean's daughter, Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green), later sees her and asks for her phone number on Dean's behalf. Fern and Dean exchange texts and arrange a date for the following day. When their date begins, it is awkward and Dean appears uncomfortable, so Fern suggests ending it, but he apologises and blames a previous break up. Dean tells Fern that his name is Dean Beale to avoid her finding information about him online. After the date, Dean tells Fern about Jade's recent transplant and invites her for a drink. They kiss but are interrupted by Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd), who warns Fern to search Dean Wicks online as he raped Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and attempted to rape her mother, Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons). Fern then leaves. | ||
| Maya | 1 March 2024 | Raagni Sharma[57] | A solicitor hired by Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) to offer legal advice regarding his daughter, Jade Masood's (Elizabeth Green), move to Pakistan. As Jade has recently had an operation, Maya explains that she will need a review from a general practitioner (GP) and if she is stable, she will be able to fly. | |
| Keeley Wainwright | 4 March – 2 May 2024 (6 episodes) | Kirsty J Curtis[58] | The mother of Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell) and Taylor Wainwright (Mason Godfrey). She is neglectful towards her children and leaves them locked outside in the rain. Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) confronts her about this and offers to help, but she rejects her support. Keeley later finds Britney and Whitney talking and takes Britney away; Britney explains that she is running an errand for her mother. When Whitney finds drugs on Britney, she confronts Keeley and is followed by her partner, Zack Hudson (James Farrar), and mother, Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer). Keeley insults Bianca and taunts her about her recent breakup with Terry Spraggan (Terry Alderton), claiming that she had sex with Terry. In retaliation, Bianca throws a brick through Keeley's window as Britney arrives. Keeley blames Britney and drags her by her hair until Whitney stops it. The following day, Keeley is arrested for drug possession. After she is released, Whitney visits her and barges into her house. She berates Keeley for the state of the house and her upbringing of Britney, so Keeley tells Whitney to take her. Keeley returns in April after Britney is hospitalized after falling off her bike. She tells Whitney and Zack that Britney was diagnosed with Usher syndrome when she was younger and that the accident is likely because of that. Zack is mad that she didn't tell them, but Whitney understands that it would be difficult to tell Britney that she would lose her sight and hearing in the future. Keeley explains that she could never take care of a child who is blind and deaf and leaves before she has the chance to see Britney again. Keeley gives Whitney Britney's birth certificate before Whitney reminds Keeley that Usher syndrome is genetic and Keeley's drugs are not the cause of it. Keeley then tells Whitney that Zack clearly doesn't want Britney and Whitney should stop telling him that fostering Britney is temporary. Whitney says that Zack is a good guy and wouldn't give up a disabled child. | |
| Vince | 4 March 2024 | Francis Tucker | The partner of Keeley Wainwright (Kirsty J Curtis) who listens to Whitney Dean's (Shona McGarty) concerns about the welfare of Keeley's daughter, Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell). He calls Britney a "pretty little thing", which unnerves Whitney. | |
| Ruth Bayford | Rebecca Clow | The headteacher of Britney Wainwright's (Lola Campbell) school who meets with Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) to discuss Britney's absence from school. Ruth admits that she has never met Britney and that she should be in year eight, but has never enrolled. She explains that Britney was withdrawn from primary school during the COVID-19 pandemic when she was in year five to be home educated and would return for secondary education. Ruth describes Britney as a "ghost child" and tells Whitney how lots of children disappeared following the pandemic, but schools and social services do not have resources to find them. | ||
| Taylor Wainwright | Mason Godfrey | The half-brother of Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell). They visit Bianca Jackson's (Patsy Palmer) home for food and are introduced to Bianca's adopted daughter, Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), and her partner, Zack Hudson (James Farrar). Taylor and Britney's mother, Keeley Wainwright (Kirsty J Curtis), is neglectful towards them and Bianca finds them outside in the rain after they are locked out of their home. Taylor later goes to stay with his father. | ||
| Dr Marion Dixon | 5 March 2024 | Sally George[59] | A doctor who examines Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), who is pregnant, after she is hit by a car. She performs an ultra scan and confirms her baby is well. | |
| Adam | Cal-I Jonel | The social worker allocated to Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell) who meets with her, Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) and Zack Hudson (James Farrar) to discuss a plan for Britney following her mother, Keeley Wainwright's (Kirsty J Curtis), arrest. He explains that Keeley has requested that Britney stay with her partner Vince (Francis Tucker) at home, but Whitney warns that this is a bad idea. She offers that she and Zack keep Britney until Keeley's return, but Zack appears less convinced and leaves. Adam explains that they need to respect Keeley's wishes, but if there are issues, they could look at foster care; Whitney reveals that she and Zack are registered foster parents. Adam agrees to speak to Keeley and Vince and explore the option of Britney staying in Whitney's care. | ||
| Maddie | 7 March 2024 | Talya Harris[60] | A customer at Walford East restaurant who flirts with Zack Hudson (James Farrar). | |
| Dr Abe | 11–13 March 2024 (3 episodes) | El Anthony[61] | A doctor at the mental health facility where Denise Fox (Diane Parish) is undergoing treatment. He checks in with Denise and reassures her about her experience of psychosis. He asks her to open up about any other traumas in her life, but she ignores him. The following day, he brings Denise to see Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) in a visiting room. He then interrupts Denise's meeting with her husband, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), and asks him to leave at her request. Dr Abe then chats with Denise and asks how she is feeling after seeing Stacey and Jack. He suggests that Jack could be a trigger for Denise, but she rejects this idea. Denise then asks to be left alone. Later that day, they have another conversation, where Denise opens up about how she is feeling; she explains that she feels safe in the unit and that she is worried she may hurt her friends if she is at home. Dr Abe suggests that they consider exploring options about returning home. | |
| William | 12 March 2024 | Peter Barrett[62] | A solicitor representing Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) at their trial for historic racially motivated murder. He informs Eddie that the trial has been delayed, which irritates Eddie. When court is ready to commence, Eddie tells William that he wants to wait until his son, George Knight (Colin Salmon), arrives to give a character witness statement. He arrives and in court, William invites George to read his statement; George provides a negative statement about Eddie, so William tries to stop it. | |
| Angela Lawal | 12 March−10 April 2024 (3 episodes) | Susan Anderin | A woman who attends the pre-trial of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) for the historic racially motivated murder of Henry Kofi Asare. Eddie's wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), sees Angela from afar and wonders if she is related to Henry. During the trial, Henry's son George Knight (Colin Salmon), who was adopted by Eddie and Gloria, provides a negative statement about Eddie; Angela rushes out of the courtroom during it. George theorises that Angela is his biological mother. Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) gives George the woman's name and phone number; he calls her and leaves a message, so she arrives at his home, The Queen Victoria public house. George explains that he witnessed the attack and regrets not informing the police, before asking if she is his mother. Angela confirms that she is not his mother but her mother's friend. She tells him about his mother, Margaret Asare, and reveals that she died four months earlier after a long illness. She explains that they were nurses together and that he has two younger brothers, before offering to get in contact with them for him; he declines the offer. Angela tells George about Henry trying to collect him to bring him back to Ghana and how Eddie told Margaret that Henry had collected George and ran away, devastating her. Angela reassures George that Margaret would have loved him and been proud of his life. Before leaving, she reveals that George's birth name is Kwame. A month later, Angela is called to speak for the prosecution at Eddie and Charles' trial. | |
| Agatha | 13 March−1 April 2024 (3 episodes) | Chloe Okora[63] | A member of Yolande Trueman's (Angela Wynter) church group. She tells Yolande that there are rumours about her and Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler), who is married, being in a secret relationship. At another session, Pastor Clayton invites Agatha to read a bible passage; she reads Hebrews 13:4, a passage about marriage and adultery. Yolande confronts her for making accusations about the Pastor, so Agatha refers to her as a "jezebel"; Yolande slaps her and leaves the group.[64] Agatha attends the Easter prayer group and talks to other members about being worried to return to the group. Yolande apologises, but Agatha repeats that she believes her and Pastor Clayton are having an affair, so Yolande leaves. Yolande leads a prayer at the group and then seeks out Agatha to apologise again, which she accepts.[65] | |
| Dr Trent | 18 March 2024 | Cai Brigden[66] | A doctor who performs a check up on Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green). He explains that he had hoped the antibiotics would have treated her chest infection by this point. | |
| Dr Nazir | 21–25 March 2024 (2 episodes) | Aosaf Afzal[67] | A doctor treating Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green) after her hospital admission. He speaks to Jade's father, Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo), and friend, Jean Slater (Gillian Wright) to explain he is concerned about her chest infection; Dr Nazir questions if she has been taking her antibiotics as prescribed. Jean offers to collect the antibiotics, which Dr Nazir agrees is a good idea; Dean is initially hesitant but relents. When he receives the antibiotics, Dr Nazir confirms they look correct. Dr Nazir recommends keeping Jade in hospital for a few days to monitor her recovery, but Dean decides that she should be discharged early. | |
| Sandra | 21 March 2024 | Zoë Clayton-Kelly | A community mental health worker who arrives at Denise Fox's (Diane Parish) home to check in following her release from a mental health facility. She meets Denise's husband, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), who reveals that Denise no longer lives at the home. | |
| Casey Quinnan | 25 March 2024 | A journalist from the Walford Gazette newspaper who asks to write a piece about Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) and Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green) following Jade's charity fundraiser. Dean agrees to meet with Casey for an interview in the local café. She explains that it will be an inspiration piece about Dean and Jade's relationship as well as the power of a community. Casey discusses wanting to seek others' opinions too; Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) offers to provide his opinion about Dean and gives Casey his contact card. | ||
| DC Crawford | 25–26 March 2024 (2 episodes) | Calum Finlay | A detective constable who informs Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) that there is an international warrant for his arrest. He then arrests him for fraud committed in the United States (US). | |
| DS Moran | 26 March 2024 | Sophie Fletcher[68] | A detective sergeant who interviews Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) after he is arrested for fraud committed in the United States (US). She informs him that his solicitor, Ritchie Scott (Sian Webber), is on her way. | |
| Tash | 28 March 2024 | Uncredited | A woman who is on a date with Peter Beale (Thomas Law). Peter introduces Tash to Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), the mother of his son, and Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty). Peter and Tash attend Lauren's 30th birthday party at The Prince Albert bar; while Peter chats to Lauren, Tash begins talking to another man.[69] | |
| Dr Carson | 2 April 2024 | Gabby Wong[70] | A doctor who performs an ultrasound on Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy) prior to her implantation. She explains that her womb lining is not thick enough, but they can progress with the embryo transfer if she would like; Sonia is hesitant but her partner, Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman), wants to proceed so they do. | |
| Stella | 4 April 2024 | Velile Tshabalala[71] | The wife of Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) who takes over Yolande Trueman's (Angela Wynter) food van project at her husband's request. He decides to put Stella in charge of the project after Yolande tells him that she feels uncomfortable due to his inappropriate advances. Stella takes Yolande's project folder, but she is unimpressed with it and calls it basic and old-fashioned. She adds that she may have a company interested in sponsoring the project. | |
| Judge Holt | 10–11 April 2024 (2 episodes) | Rachel Atkins[72] | The judge presiding over the trial of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) for the historic racially motivated murder of Henry Kofi Asare. After George Knight (Colin Salmon) is questioned, Judge Holt calls a fifteen minute break. She then oversees Eddie and Charles being found guilty.[73] | |
| Zoe Marchant | 10 April 2024 | Holly Jane | The prosecuting barrister at the trial of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) for the historic racially motivated murder of Henry Kofi Asare. She questions Angela Lawal (Susan Anderin) and George Knight (Colin Salmon) on the stand. | |
| Rufus | 16 April – 14 May 2024 | Ian Gain | A man who denies George Knight (Colin Salmon) access to a fighting ground. | |
| Dolores | 17 April 2024 | Natasha Williams | A woman who was raped by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2001. She tells her friend, Usha, about it but is not believed. | |
| Sarah | Zoë Aldrich | A woman who was sexually assaulted by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2008. She reports it to her church's minister, Daniel, but he brushes it off as Pastor Clayton is transferring churches soon. | ||
| Rachel | Debra Michaels | A woman who was sexually assaulted by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2012. She confides in a friend, Fiona, about it, but refuses to take it to court out of fear of being blamed for it. | ||
| Delia | Llewella Gideon | A woman who was raped by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2016. She reports it to authorities but they drop the case due to insufficient evidence, despite being believed by an officer named DC Carys. | ||
| Emma | Gabrielle Lloyd | A woman who was raped by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2020. She tells her husband, Alec, about it. When Alec goes to confront Pastor Clayton, Emma stops him as Alec is old and will go to prison. | ||
| Abdul Houssain | 3 July 2024 | Sanjiv Hayre | The husband of Maya Houssain (Bharti Patel), who she previously told Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) was dead, but is revealed to be alive when Harvey goes to Maya's house after he discovered she had lied about where she lived. When Harvey finds Abdul, he is terrified and Maya later reveals that Abdul was the man that Harvey's son, Aaron Monroe (Charlie Wernham) tried to murder in a racially motivated attack. |