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SEVENTIES star David Essex is joining EastEnders as Shane Richie's estranged uncle.
The singer and actor, 63, will play cheeky charmer Eddie Moon - who is Alfie Moon's (Richie) uncle and Michael Moon's (Steve John Shepherd) father.
Single dad Eddie walks into Albert Square later this year with his kids - who are yet to be cast - in tow. David, who was born in Plaistow, East London, was due to join the BBC1 soap in 2005 as Honey Mitchell's dad - but had to pull out due to touring commitments.
But after landing this new role, the Hold Me Close star said: "Being an EastEnder myself, I'm really excited to be joining the Square.
"Eddie's a great character and I can't wait to get to grips with the role and work with such a fantastic cast.
"I'm really pleased that I've been able to make filming work around my tour dates this time."
Eddie is set to be a hit with Walford's residents - but he is hiding a past he wants to forget as he tries to reunite with son Michael.
A source revealed: "Eddie's arrival will shake things up for Michael and Alfie.
"One big bombshell waiting to explode is the revelation Michael is Tommy's (Alfie's wife Kat's son) dad." EastEnders' bosses believe housewives' favourite David - who has had 23 top 30 singles in the UK - is a "brilliant signing".
Executive producer Bryan Kirkwood added: "He is a unique talent with a legion of fans and he will bring warmth and charisma.
"His arrival brings a new generation of the Moon family to Walford."
(c) The Sun
moonstorm
24-01-2011, 08:21
I had such a crush on him when I was young! He is a good actor so hopefully they will make good use of him.
Was he not suppose to join before as Honey's dad?? and backed out due to work or something??
Moonie.. I had a major crush on him too in my younger days
Yes, Siobhan, you are right, he was supposed to play Honey's dad but was on tour at the time. Having lost interest in EE recently, I shall start to take more interest again once he arrives :wub:
tammyy2j
24-01-2011, 10:25
I could see him as a Moon
I could see him as a Moon
So would he be playing Michael's dad??? Tommy's grandfather?? maybe a new love interest for Mo!! mmmm
So would he be playing Michael's dad??? Tommy's grandfather?? maybe a new love interest for Mo!! mmmm
Yes, he is meant to be Michael's dad and therefore Tommy's grandad
moonstorm
24-01-2011, 11:13
Was he not suppose to join before as Honey's dad?? and backed out due to work or something??
Moonie.. I had a major crush on him too in my younger days
Hey we have good taste - what can I say lol.
I had forgotten he was meant to play Honey's Dad but I think he is going to be better as a Moon. Don't see him and Mo together but with EE you never know.......
Well Peggy is gone and you know if she was still there they would have hooked the two of them up.. it is always her getting the old guys...maybe Mo can be lucky this time and we finally get to see Fat Elvis fighting for her :lol:
Chloe O'brien
24-01-2011, 11:54
Now how long do you think the Spencer returning rumour will start up again. This could be an excuse to bring him back.
Now how long do you think the Spencer returning rumour will start up again. This could be an excuse to bring him back.
Heaven Forbid!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Heaven Forbid!!!!!!!!!!!!!
there is another that went walking about too.. Jake I think (Danny got shot by him or have I gotten the two mixed up??) he could come back too!!
Jake was last seen being led away by some hitman Johnny Allen organised from prison,when he had a heart attack it was not clear whether he wanted to call the contract off or not. I think viewers were led to believe that he is dead too now, but as this is soapland, I guess he can easily come back some time too.
ah yeah.. now I remember.. Like Paul Truman but unlike Paul, his body been found was never mentioned on the show... they will all come back.. I mean, Michael was a bit of a mystery.. don't think he was every mentioned when all the moon Family was about...
ah yeah.. now I remember.. Like Paul Truman but unlike Paul, his body been found was never mentioned on the show... they will all come back.. I mean, Michael was a bit of a mystery.. don't think he was every mentioned when all the moon Family was about...
Finding a body doesnt mean you cannot be resurrected on EE
parkerman
24-01-2011, 16:23
This seems quite approprate then: http://new.music.yahoo.com/david-essex/tracks/fishing-for-the-moon--195557764
tammyy2j
24-01-2011, 16:25
there is another that went walking about too.. Jake I think (Danny got shot by him or have I gotten the two mixed up??) he could come back too!!
Does Alfie ever mention Spencer or Jake?
Does Alfie ever mention Spencer or Jake?
I think he mentioned Spencer once or twice but not the others
Sounds like the Moons will be taking over the Square
Steve John Shepherd has said that he is thrilled over the news that David Essex will play his screen father in EastEnders.
Last month, it was confirmed that the singer and actor had signed up for the role of charismatic Eddie Moon on the BBC soap.
As well as being dad to Shepherd's character Michael, Eddie has other children who will join him on Albert Square later this year.
Reflecting on Essex's casting, Shepherd told All About Soap: "It's absolutely brilliant news. I grew up listening to David Essex - and my mother will be so excited!
"I'm really chuffed that he wants to do it and I'm definitely looking forward to spending some screen time with him."
Eddie's arrival on screen is expected to mark the beginning of a new era for the Moon clan, and his fractured relationship with Michael will be fully explored in the months ahead.
DS
He is not the only one who is thrilled :p :lol:
JustJodi
05-02-2011, 00:32
Steve John Shepherd has said that he is thrilled over the news that David Essex will play his screen father in EastEnders.
Last month, it was confirmed that the singer and actor had signed up for the role of charismatic Eddie Moon on the BBC soap.
As well as being dad to Shepherd's character Michael, Eddie has other children who will join him on Albert Square later this year.
Reflecting on Essex's casting, Shepherd told All About Soap: \"It's absolutely brilliant news. I grew up listening to David Essex - and my mother will be so excited!
\"I'm really chuffed that he wants to do it and I'm definitely looking forward to spending some screen time with him.\"
Eddie's arrival on screen is expected to mark the beginning of a new era for the Moon clan, and his fractured relationship with Michael will be fully explored in the months ahead.
DS
He is not the only one who is thrilled :p :lol: so this is what the guy looks like, hes 2 yrs older than I am LOL http://ltd.uk-plc.net/large/DavidEssex.jpg
awww, he always had and always will have sex appeal to me :p :D
tammyy2j
07-02-2011, 10:30
Cheryl Fergison has admitted that EastEnders' female cast members are keen for an on-screen romance with David Essex.
Last month, it was announced that Essex had landed the role of Alfie Moon's charismatic uncle Eddie on the Walford show.
Speaking to Inside Soap, Fergison (Heather Trott) confessed that she and co-star Linda Henry (Shirley Carter) are among those who are eager to land a love storyline with the new recruit.
Fergison explained: "Linda and others have put in their bids, but I think bosses should give him to Heather!"
Eddie's arrival in Walford will mark the beginning of a new era for the Moon clan as he descends on Albert Square with his children in tow.
His son Michael (Steve John Shepherd) is already appearing on screen and the pair's fractured relationship will be explored in the months ahead.
Shane Richie has declared his new on-screen uncle, David Essex, "an absolute legend".
The EastEnders star is about to gain three new family members when uncle Eddie and his two sons arrive in Walford.
Speaking about David Essex, Shane said: "I've been working closely with him and he's an absolute legend and a pleasure to work with, and listen to some of his great stories."
It comes after a traumatic return to Albert Square for Kat and Alfie, with their son being swapped by Ronnie for her dead baby - a storyline that earned Shane and Jessie Wallace the Best On-Screen Partnership Award at the British Soap Awards on Saturday night.
Despite the harrowing storyline, Shane clearly has not lost his sense of humour, joking other pop legends could be joining the cast including David Bowie and Boy George.
:D
owenlee4me
23-05-2011, 13:12
Who cares what part he plays, he's mint a true londoner, and that smile, bring it on
tammyy2j
28-05-2011, 19:59
http://www.digitalspy.ie/soaps/s2/eastenders/scoop/a321944/eastenders-watch-the-eddie-moon-trailer.html
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JustJodi
28-05-2011, 22:27
http://www.digitalspy.ie/soaps/s2/eastenders/scoop/a321944/eastenders-watch-the-eddie-moon-trailer.html
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Saw this on BBC 1 earlier today, Alfie looks pleased but Michael looks a bit pizzed LOL
SEVENTIES heart-throb David Essex is to hook up with Carol Jackson soon after arriving in Albert Square.
The singer, 63 - who makes his EastEnders entrance on Friday as Alfie Moon's uncle Eddie - has an instant connection with Carol (Lindsey Coulson).
Eddie becomes the hero of the hour when he drags Roxy Mitchell's little daughter Amy out of the way of Carol's car - and later gets chatting to the cafe manager.
The pair realise there's chemistry between them, and after weeks of flirting they share a tender kiss.
A soap insider told TV Biz: "Eddie and Carol have a spark and she is delighted when he makes a move on her.
"The attraction is there but they both have too much on their plates to start a proper relationship for now.
"Eddie is desperate to build bridges with his estranged son Michael, although he's not interested in forgiving what's happened between them in the past and tries to pay him off to leave Walford.
"Carol's also got a lot on her mind with her dad Jim going into an old people's home. There's every chance that things will develop between them in the future.
"But for now their relationship has to be put on a backburner because the timing isn't any good."
For actress Lindsey, 51, above, the storyline is a dream come true.
Lindsey told how, in her teens, she was a huge fan of David Essex - spotted buying a mop after filming on Friday. She said: "I went to all his concerts. Don't tell him - I was 14. He was lovely!"
Eddie will soon be joined by his two sons Anthony and Tyler, played by Matt Lapinskas and Tony Discipline.
Read more: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/soaps/3608229/David-Essex-will-get-together-with-Carol-Jackson-on-EastEnders.html#ixzz1No8vcE2Y
JustJodi
30-05-2011, 09:52
Found a photo of the NEW MOON 's LOL http://www.walfordweb.co.uk/ww/image/4030/anthony-moon-matt-lapinskas-eddie-moon-david-essex-and-tyler-moon-tony-discipline
Wonder if the Moon's are going to be the new MITCHELLs ????????
Same photo as the one here : http://www.soapboards.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?121313-Tyler-and-Anthony-Moon :)
SEVENTIES heart-throb David Essex is to hook up with Carol Jackson soon after arriving in Albert Square.
The singer, 63 - who makes his EastEnders entrance on Friday as Alfie Moon's uncle Eddie - has an instant connection with Carol (Lindsey Coulson).
Eddie becomes the hero of the hour when he drags Roxy Mitchell's little daughter Amy out of the way of Carol's car - and later gets chatting to the cafe manager.
The pair realise there's chemistry between them, and after weeks of flirting they share a tender kiss.
A soap insider told TV Biz: \"Eddie and Carol have a spark and she is delighted when he makes a move on her.
\"The attraction is there but they both have too much on their plates to start a proper relationship for now.
\"Eddie is desperate to build bridges with his estranged son Michael, although he's not interested in forgiving what's happened between them in the past and tries to pay him off to leave Walford.
\"Carol's also got a lot on her mind with her dad Jim going into an old people's home. There's every chance that things will develop between them in the future.
\"But for now their relationship has to be put on a backburner because the timing isn't any good.\"
For actress Lindsey, 51, above, the storyline is a dream come true.
Lindsey told how, in her teens, she was a huge fan of David Essex - spotted buying a mop after filming on Friday. She said: \"I went to all his concerts. Don't tell him - I was 14. He was lovely!\"
Eddie will soon be joined by his two sons Anthony and Tyler, played by Matt Lapinskas and Tony Discipline.
Read more: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/soaps/3608229/David-Essex-will-get-together-with-Carol-Jackson-on-EastEnders.html#ixzz1No8vcE2Y
I thought he was to get with Shirley
JustJodi
30-05-2011, 12:53
whoopsie sorry Perdita ...my bad :-(
whoopsie sorry Perdita ...my bad :-(
No worries, Jodi, I was just looking forward to a new picture :)
JustJodi
30-05-2011, 15:59
Well we do need some new eye candy on the show :-P
tammyy2j
30-05-2011, 19:17
I hope his character is more like Alfie and not a sour puss like Michael
Singer and actor David Essex makes his EastEnders debut this Friday as viewers get their first glimpse of his character Eddie Moon. Eddie then makes his long-awaited arrival in Walford on Monday, keen to see his nephew Alfie and meet baby Tommy for the first time. However, Eddie is unaware that his son Michael is also staying in the area and some deep-rooted animosity between the pair looks set to scupper any chance of a happy Moon family reunion... We recently caught up with David to hear all about his new Albert Square role.
How are you finding life at EastEnders?
"I am enjoying it. It's a lot of work to start off with because you're basically introducing yourself to the show, so it's been fast and furious, but it's been enjoyable. Everyone's been very welcoming and I'm full of respect for the actors in this, because there's very little rehearsal time and the performances they bring to the piece are extraordinary."
Were you a fan of EastEnders before you joined the show?
"I like EastEnders, yes. If I didn't respect the show, I wouldn't have gone into it. I'd been due to appear before in another role, and the reason that didn't happen was a timing issue, really - I had an album and then a rock tour to do."
Now that you're playing Eddie Moon, are you glad that the previous role didn't happen in hindsight?
"Well, I think we probably could have made something out of that character, who was Honey's father. But the character of Eddie has much more texture - there's a lot more weight to this character."
What can we expect from Eddie Moon?
"Eddie is a strong character. He's an ex-boxer, he has a chequered past, which will unfold. He's not a bad guy, but there's a massive rift between Eddie and his son Michael. We see Eddie for the first time in a café, where he spots the name of his nephew Alfie in a newspaper and decides to go to see him. When he arrives, he has no idea that Michael is around! Eddie and Michael haven't really spoken for years, but as a father does, Eddie reaches out and reaches out, trying to mend that."
Is Eddie quite different to Michael?
"I think he is, yes. I don't want to speak for Steve John Shepherd, who plays Michael, but I think his character is a lot more manipulative. Maybe they were a bit more of a mirror image a few years back. I suspect that the seeds are the same, but the ages are different - with age comes a certain attitude for Eddie that's a bit more philosophical and not so hot-headed. I've been working with Steve a lot and I've actually just done a scene with him that was very powerful. They're very dramatic, the scenes between Michael and Eddie."
Could Eddie heal the rift with Michael eventually?
"Well, Eddie is reaching out and reaching out and he may eventually make some inroads, but Michael is the type of character who broods and has a lot on his mind, so we'll have to wait and see."
Eddie has quite a heroic entrance as he saves Amy from being run over, doesn't he?
"Yeah, Eddie gets knocked down by Carol as he's trying to save Amy from being run over by her. Afterwards, Eddie and Carol have a bit of a discussion about that - she reckons that she just nudged him, but he reckons that she hit him! We see Eddie get thrown up into the air in that scene. I've done my own stunts for films in the past, but I didn't do that one!"
Is Eddie a single man?
"He is, yes. He's separated from a wife, but we don't know about her yet. What we do know is that the two newcomers who are coming in, Tyler and Anthony, are Michael's half-brothers, so there's been two different relationships there. It's an enormous family tree to get used to! Once Eddie starts settling in on the Square, we may also see a bit of a spark between Eddie and Carol."
Are you enjoying working with Tony Discipline and Matt Lapinskas, who play Tyler and Anthony?
"Yes, but I've only worked with Tony so far, as Tyler arrives first. I'm trying to make him feel comfortable, because it's an extraordinary thing to come into as a young actor, but he's doing brilliantly. Shane Richie and I have both been taking care of him. I've met Matt too, and we're all having a good laugh."
How does EastEnders compare to projects that you've done in the past?
"As I say, I am enjoying it. I've never done anything like this type of work before as when you're doing a film you have a lot of time, when you're doing a stage show you have rehearsals, but here you don't really know what you're doing until a day before - and then you do it! But I suppose the way that it's so fast is part of the reason why I'm enjoying it. It's a great adventure for me - it's something different."
Have you enjoyed working with the EastEnders cast?
"It's daunting, isn't it? Some of the cast have been here for more than 20 years, so it's like coming into a new school. But they've been tremendously respectful and very welcoming. Jake Wood, who plays Max, has been my mentor. He advised me that when I have free time, I should look over the lines in my dressing room and things like that. I haven't worked with any of the cast before as it's a world that I haven't been involved in, but that's what makes it quite interesting for me. And since I've started, I've worked with almost everyone in the cast now. I'm just about to do a little scene with June Brown, which I'm looking forward to!"
What's the most challenging part of working on the show?
"It's important to me that Eddie is a character and it's not David Essex. I suppose because I have such a track record, it may be difficult for people to see that it's not David Essex and it is Eddie - that's the main challenge. But fans that I have already seem thrilled that I'm joining the show as it means they can watch me on TV every night!"
How long will you be sticking around in EastEnders for?
"I finish filming in August as I'll be doing a tour with the play All the Fun of the Fair. I'm not sure what will happen after that - we've been having some chats to see where it's going and if Eddie can come back. There's talk of All the Fun of the Fair becoming a film next year, which would be good, and I'm also supposed to be doing another film about boxing. So there is a lot going on but I'm here and I'm enjoying myself. I'll be on-screen until the autumn."
David Essex's first EastEnders episode airs this Friday at 8pm on BBC One. Eddie then makes his arrival in Walford on Monday, June 6.
tammyy2j
31-05-2011, 13:52
David Essex has revealed that his EastEnders character Eddie Moon will face a tough battle to get back on good terms with his son Michael in the coming months.
Eddie arrives on Albert Square next Monday and receives a warm welcome from his nephew Alfie (Shane Richie), but Michael is not pleased to see his father and makes it clear that he wants him to leave.
When Essex's casting in EastEnders was announced earlier this year, show bosses promised that the fractured relationship between Eddie and Michael (Steve John Shepherd) would be fully explored on screen.
Speaking of the pair's troubles, Essex commented: "Eddie is a strong character. He's an ex-boxer, he has a chequered past, which will unfold. He's not a bad guy, but there's a massive rift between Eddie and his son Michael. We see Eddie for the first time in a café, where he spots the name of his nephew Alfie in a newspaper and decides to go to see him.
"When he arrives, he has no idea that Michael is around! Eddie and Michael haven't really spoken for years, but as a father does, Eddie reaches out and reaches out, trying to mend that."
"I've been working with Steve a lot and I've actually just done a scene with him that was very powerful," he continued. "They're very dramatic, the scenes between Michael and Eddie."
Essex added that it could be possible for Eddie to fix the problems with his son if he perseveres.
He said: "Well, Eddie is reaching out and reaching out and he may eventually make some inroads, but Michael is the type of character who broods and has a lot on his mind, so we'll have to wait and see."
Dutchgirl
31-05-2011, 14:13
I hope the actor can live up to portraying Michael. I like it when characters can develop in depth.
EastEnders newcomer Eddie Moon makes a heroic entrance onto Albert Square in tonight's episode of the soap.
Turning up outside the Queen Vic to see Alfie, Kat and the new addition to the family, Eddie is startled when he spots that little Amy has wandered out into the road and is about to be knocked down by Carol.
Revealing how Eddie steps in to prevent disaster, David Essex - who plays the character - said recently: "Eddie gets knocked down by Carol as he's trying to save Amy from being run over by her. Afterwards, Eddie and Carol have a bit of a discussion about that - she reckons that she just nudged him, but he reckons that she hit him!
"We see Eddie get thrown up into the air in that scene. I've done my own stunts for films in the past, but I didn't do that one!"
Later, as Eddie gets settled in, he receives a warm welcome from Alfie but his son Michael doesn't seem at all pleased to see him. But why?
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David Essex has admitted that his EastEnders role has taken over his life.
The 63-year-old singer made his on-screen debut as Michael Moon's estranged father Eddie at the end of Friday night's episode and will make his first appearance in Albert Square tonight.
Essex told The Mirror: "It takes over your life, I didn't realise how much. I was foolishly doing a film score at the same time for the first couple of weeks so I was only sleeping for an hour a night.
"I'm here all day every day because I'm in everything at the moment. I get up at 6am which is a shock for an old rock star, we normally don't get up 'til the sun goes down, we're like vampires. It was a bit strange at the beginning, but now I'm fine."
Discussing his character, Essex admitted that he has adapted Eddie to be more like himself.
"I've tweaked the accent a bit, and Eddie Moon is not a million miles from David Essex," he said. "Any actor who says their character is nothing like themselves - unless they're playing Quasimodo - is probably telling a fib. You bring yourself to it."
Essex recently admitted that joining the BBC soap was "daunting" but praised the "tremendously respectful and very welcoming" cast for making him feel comfortable.
moonstorm
07-06-2011, 08:35
Cor I quite fancied him last night, hope he stays around for a while!
Cor I quite fancied him last night, hope he stays around for a while!
:angry: He is mine, hands off :lol:
moonstorm
07-06-2011, 18:52
Ok, pistols at dawn Perdy! I've fancied him since I was 14!
Ok, pistols at dawn Perdy! I've fancied him since I was 14!
I am older than you and therefore fancied him for longer than you
tammyy2j
07-06-2011, 21:48
I wonder could Eddie be Alfie's real dad maybe?
Eddie and Alfie look very a like
moonstorm
08-06-2011, 08:23
Ok, could we at least share him Perdy?
Share him :eek: NO WAY!!!!!! :nono: :nono: :nono:
moonstorm
08-06-2011, 10:03
What ever happened the sharing is caring!!!! And I even checked with my husband if it was ok to fancy him and he said it was ok!!
I wonder could Eddie be Alfie's real dad maybe?
Eddie and Alfie look very a like
I don't think so.. a lot of my nieces look like me but I can tell you I am not their mother.. they are bound to look alike, they are related
Chloe O'brien
12-06-2011, 00:58
Oh my word. How can you fancy this may he is so rank :sick:
Oh my word. How can you fancy this may he is so rank :sick:
:eek:
megan999
13-06-2011, 17:15
He's gonna end up snogging Carol acording to The Sun. :sick:
JustJodi
13-06-2011, 17:29
He's gonna end up snogging Carol acording to The Sun. :sick:
why do u think it is SICK ??? is it cos two older people are gonna snog??? or is it just Carol or Eddie that are doing the snogging ?????
megan999
14-06-2011, 16:40
Because I don't fancy Eddie :p
tammyy2j
18-07-2011, 12:51
EastEnders newcomer Eddie Moon will be left "devastated" when an arson attack leads to him losing his livelihood in a forthcoming storyline, reports have revealed.
In dramatic scenes which air next week, Eddie decides to make a fresh start by bringing his antiques business to Walford when he finds new work premises in the area.
However, the charmer's dreams go up in smoke when one resident decides to set all of his stock alight. Despite his sons Tyler and Anthony trying to fight the blaze, Eddie is left with nothing.
In the aftermath of the mystery attack, Eddie decides that his estranged son Michael must have been responsible due to their long-running feud.
"Tyler and Anthony try to help but nothing can be done - everything is destroyed," an Albert Square source told The Sun. "Eddie looks on devastated, his whole life appears to have gone up in flames.
JustJodi
18-07-2011, 14:40
EastEnders newcomer Eddie Moon will be left "devastated" when an arson attack leads to him losing his livelihood in a forthcoming storyline, reports have revealed.
In dramatic scenes which air next week, Eddie decides to make a fresh start by bringing his antiques business to Walford when he finds new work premises in the area.
However, the charmer's dreams go up in smoke when one resident decides to set all of his stock alight. Despite his sons Tyler and Anthony trying to fight the blaze, Eddie is left with nothing.
In the aftermath of the mystery attack, Eddie decides that his estranged son Michael must have been responsible due to their long-running feud.
"Tyler and Anthony try to help but nothing can be done - everything is destroyed," an Albert Square source told The Sun. "Eddie looks on devastated, his whole life appears to have gone up in flames.
No one is allowed any happiness.. in love or in marriage or in a buisness ????
LostVoodoo
18-07-2011, 17:13
i'm quite liking Eddie's character, he obviously had a lot to do when he first came in but now they've actually let him settle in and start to get to know a few people.
owenlee4me
19-07-2011, 10:42
Ah poor Eddie, he's got a pathetic son (Michael) no woman in his life (can't call Carol a love interest, she is such a moan)
now they do this, lets hope he finds a valuable antique worth thousands so he can rebuild.
Nice to have a "good nic" over 50's fella thats not a hook!!
owenlee4me
19-07-2011, 10:47
HOw awful that you think anyone over 50 can't snog!
Do you think then all over 50's should not have a love life, or maybe you think that they should only show over 50's on Enders as ugly wicked infirm people?
Fact the biggest part of the population are over 50, so it is good that Enders show over 50's are valuble to society even if it means young ignorant people seem to think that the world is purely for them!
I think it would be good to show that the over 50's do indeed like to be inlove and the problmes they face trying to love each other without the luxury of a young body.
Oh dear does this offend you too, need to get mature then and see how you feel when your older
JustJodi
19-07-2011, 12:12
Ok I am 61 my boy toy is 52 we snog every day and all the time,, and if you young ones don't like it then avert your eyes and look else where,and keep what you think to yourselves because down the road you also will be OLD, God forbid if snogging and having sex had a shelf life .. and a cut off date,the world DOES NOT revolve around you young skinny folks .. what is wrong with people still loving each other at a certain age,, is love and romance only for the young ??? I can not believe how SHALLOW some people are out there and so small minded..The Characters Eddie, Carol and Jean all deserve to be loved too and yes to play tongue hockey too,,I do not like Eddie and Carol together cos Eddie is a more outgoing guy,, Carol is just gloom and doom and moans all the time,,I would love to see Eddie paired up with Jean,,she just sparkles around him .. shes such a cutie ...
tammyy2j
20-07-2011, 14:14
Eddie is one of the better new character additions to EE in a long time imo
I would like to see him with Jean also she is funny with her crush on him
I dont think Michael will be the arsonist he is too obvious
'EastEnders' star promises "shocking" Eddie scene
Steve John Shepherd has predicted that EastEnders fans will be shocked when they get a glimpse of Eddie Moon's darker side later this month.
Next week's episodes of the BBC soap see Shepherd's character Michael Moon face the wrath of his father after all of the stock from Eddie's antiques emporium is set on fire in mysterious circumstances.
Although fans will see that mischievous newcomer Lola Pearce is responsible for the blaze, Eddie is convinced that Michael is to blame and goes on the warpath.
"Eddie pins Michael up against the wall at the B&B and lets rip," Shepherd told Soaplife. "It's really powerful and was quite frightening to film.
"David Essex, who plays Eddie, pulled out all the stops. His character's so refined and relaxed that it's shocking to see that other side of him."
After Eddie continues his vengeful behaviour, Michael sets to work on his own payback - deciding that his dad's growing connection to Carol Jackson (Lindsey Coulson) could work to his advantage.
Shepherd added: "He's torn. Part of him would like to see his dad happy - but another part is using his involvement with Carol as a vehicle for something else. He's going to go into some very dark places."
Next week's episodes also see Matt Lapinskas make his debut as Anthony Moon.
Ok I am 61 my boy toy is 52 we snog every day and all the time,, and if you young ones don't like it then avert your eyes and look else where,and keep what you think to yourselves because down the road you also will be OLD, God forbid if snogging and having sex had a shelf life .. and a cut off date,the world DOES NOT revolve around you young skinny folks .. what is wrong with people still loving each other at a certain age,, is love and romance only for the young ??? I can not believe how SHALLOW some people are out there and so small minded..The Characters Eddie, Carol and Jean all deserve to be loved too and yes to play tongue hockey too,,I do not like Eddie and Carol together cos Eddie is a more outgoing guy,, Carol is just gloom and doom and moans all the time,,I would love to see Eddie paired up with Jean,,she just sparkles around him .. shes such a cutie ...
Fair play to you I'm jealous
With a tour lined up we all knew David Essex would be departing Walford soon and David has tonight confirmed that he finishes filming this month.
Eddie Moon will be on screen until October and while a return is unlikely he hasnt ruled it out completely.
With Michael planning his revenge will he be the one to drive Eddie out of Walford?
From - http://www.soapsecrets-spoilers.com/apps/forums/topics/show/4762275-soap-leavers?page=2
already??? he only got here
He is touring for 6 months, I hope he will come back after the tour, he fits well into Albert Square
megan999
06-08-2011, 17:04
I hope Tyler and Anthony decide to stay on :D
Seriously what is the point in brining in characters sometimes
I wonder if he was only brought in to bring in the secret brother that none of them know of yet. I'm assuming that's what his letter was about. I'm not surprised that he is leaving so soon to be honest, he was going to play Honey's dad but then pulled out because of other commitments. I'm thinking maybe they're working round him now in terms of the character he got/storylines to get a big name into the show.
I wonder if he was only brought in to bring in the secret brother that none of them know of yet. I'm assuming that's what his letter was about. I'm not surprised that he is leaving so soon to be honest, he was going to play Honey's dad but then pulled out because of other commitments. I'm thinking maybe they're working round him now in terms of the character he got/storylines to get a big name into the show.
He was going to join before but his music career got in the way, this is why he is leaving now, his tour is lasting 6 months, I hope he will be back then
tammyy2j
06-08-2011, 22:52
He is one of the best new characters in a long time shame he is leaving already I hope he returns
owenlee4me
07-08-2011, 11:38
This is a great pity David is a genuine nice guy and cares bout his family, and not bad looking for an oldie!!
lets hope he will return, his boys are nice but typical of soaps,
don't forget the viewers over 40, not everyone who watches is in their teens/early 20's!!!
lets have more good looking chappies for us older ladies!!!
Chloe O'brien
07-08-2011, 14:29
He may have company. He may have to take Alfie with him as I think Mr Ritchie may get the boot soon.
EastEnders star David Essex has promised that there are big storylines on the way for his character Eddie Moon before he makes his departure from the soap.
As revealed when the actor first took on the role, Eddie will be leaving screens in October as Essex is going on tour with the play All the Fun of the Fair. Whether the antiques dealer will be back in Walford at a later date is currently unclear.
Speaking of his time at EastEnders, Essex told This Morning today: "It's been wonderful - really, really challenging, intimidating and it does take over your life, but I've been blessed because I've worked with wonderful actors - my boys Tony Discipline, Matt Lapinskas and Steve John Shepherd, Zöe Lucker and Lindsey Coulson, and of course Shane and Jessie.
"That was my circle that I worked with, and the level of performance from those actors and the pressure we're at, it's just incredible. All the way down from the top to the bottom, there's this kind of galvanised quality of a family under pressure! And it works - I really enjoy it."
Discussing Eddie's future, he continued: "All I can tell you is that Eddie's storylines from now until October are phenomenal. They're so powerful."
Essex said that he has embraced the air of mystery surrounding Eddie, whose past is currently being explored on screen as his son Michael does some detective work.
"I've tried to play him slightly ambiguous, with a certain darkness, so you don't quite know what he's like," he explained. "I've really enjoyed it, it was a challenge and I'm so pleased it went so well."
Meanwhile, asked whether he will return to EastEnders, Essex replied: "It's tricky. I'd like to go back, but it's time, really. And I do feel blessed that I seem to be able to work in so many different mediums."
EastEnders fans will be introduced to Craig Moon - another of Eddie's sons - in the coming weeks.
EastEnders fans will be introduced to Craig Moon - another of Eddie's sons - in the coming weeks.
The Moons are like the Mitchells and the Slaters. The daft producers just invent new ones to tie in with their latest fantasy storyline.
Dutchgirl
18-08-2011, 18:23
"I've tried to play him slightly ambiguous, with a certain darkness, so you don't quite know what he's like," he explained. "I've really enjoyed it, it was a challenge and I'm so pleased it went so well."
Meanwhile, asked whether he will return to EastEnders, Essex replied: "It's tricky. I'd like to go back, but it's time, really. And I do feel blessed that I seem to be able to work in so many different mediums."
EastEnders fans will be introduced to Craig Moon - another of Eddie's sons - in the coming weeks.
He does a fine job portraying Eddie.
JustJodi
18-08-2011, 22:46
Any one seen a pix of the dude playing
Craig Moon ???I have not seen any spoilers on this one ????
DAVID Essex is quitting EastEnders after just five months - and aims to cash in on his telly fame with a new album.
The Seventies pop heart-throb said his character, Eddie Moon, will make an explosive exit in mid-October.
David, 64, said: "Being on EastEnders has been wonderful, challenging and intimidating and it does take over your life.
"But I've been blessed to work with wonderful actors. I've really enjoyed it and I'm pleased it went so well."
He said bosses had "left the door ajar" for him to return to Albert Square - adding: "Eddie's storylines from now until October are incredible, so powerful."
He is now working on an acoustic album to be released in time for Christmas. David, who had 23 Top 30 singles in his heyday, said: "It's got a lot of my previous hits and some new songs. I'm very pleased how it's going."
From next month he will also be touring in a new musical called All The Fun Of The Fair.
As Alfie Moon's uncle, he first got housewives' hearts fluttering in June. Fans have seen him battle with son Michael, lose his antiques business in flames and romance dowdy Carol Jackson.
A BBC1 spokeswoman said the star was only taken on for a brief stint.
Any one seen a pix of the dude playing
Craig Moon ???I have not seen any spoilers on this one ????
Here you go
http://talkwalford.co.uk/wiki/images/thumb/7/7d/CraigMoon1.jpg/150px-CraigMoon1.jpg
An actor with Down's Syndrome is set to join the cast of EastEnders, playing the long-lost son of Eddie Moon.
According to Mail Online actor Elliot Rosen will appear as Craig Moon in scenes which will be screened in the autumn.
The 32-year-old has previously appeared in small roles in Holby City and 90s drama Peak Practice - but this will be his most high-profile role to date.
The scenes will see Eddie - played by David Essex - taking Craig to meet his brother Michael, who is shocked at the revelation that he has a long-lost sibling - and even more shocked to discover he has Down's Syndrome.
The soap was previously criticised for its portrayal of the condition after a storyline in which Billy and Honey Mitchell's baby daughter Janet was born with Down's.
This time around, however, the Down's Syndrome Association has reportedly congratulated the show for shedding light on the issue of people living with the condition.
"Presenting people with Down’s syndrome living successful lives is always positive," said a spokesman for the charity.
megan999
28-08-2011, 15:41
[QUOTE=owenlee4me;752519]HOw awful that you think anyone over 50 can't snog!
I am not ageist, nor do I not find over 50's unattractive. Eastenders is only a soap for goodness sake. No need to take it as a personal insult. Sorry if I offended you.
Dutchgirl
28-08-2011, 19:15
[QUOTE=alan45;754550]The soap was previously criticised for its portrayal of the condition after a storyline in which Billy and Honey Mitchell's baby daughter Janet was born with Down's.
This time around, however, the Down's Syndrome Association has reportedly congratulated the show for shedding light on the issue of people living with the condition.
"Presenting people with Down’s syndrome living successful lives is always positive," said a spokesman for the charity. [QUOTE]
I wasn't aware it had been so much critisized, I thought they did a fine job . To me it felt genuine. People do get shocked when their baby has down syndrome.
owenlee4me
29-08-2011, 14:41
not offeneded just fed up that "oldies" (ie: Over 50) are still worthwhile,
and soaps need to realise that hence my comment.
not offeneded just fed up that "oldies" (ie: Over 50) are still worthwhile,
and soaps need to realise that hence my comment.
You will be over 50 one day and I am sure you hope to still be worthwhile
owenlee4me
29-08-2011, 22:09
MY ORIGINAL COMMENT WAS IN FAVOUR OF THE OVER 50'S NOT AGAINS'T THEM!
i AM FOR THE "AULDIES" BEING ONE OF THEM!!!!!!!!!!![/B]
EastEnders star David Essex has admitted that he will miss playing his character Eddie Moon.
The actor recently completed his stint on the BBC soap as he has a number of other projects on the way. Viewers will see Eddie bow out from Walford next week.
Essex told All About Soap: "I'll miss all the people and the togetherness of the cast. I'll also miss Eddie - playing him has involved a lot of soul-baring and it's been very challenging.
"I really wanted something to get my teeth into, and to give credit to producer Bryan Kirkwood and the writers, they certainly gave me that."
Essex named his screen sons Tony Discipline (Tyler), Matt Lapinskas (Anthony) and Steve John Shepherd (Michael) as the castmates he will miss the most, and added that filming his final scenes had been an emotional experience.
"There are some really powerful scenes coming up between Eddie and the boys in the boxing gym," he explained. "It was very hard work and all of us were crying our eyes out.
"The emotion was appropriate for the scene we were filming, but I think that the sadness also came from the fact that it was one of the last times all of us would be filming together."
Vanessa Gold, played by Zöe Lucker, also leaves EastEnders in next week's episodes.
moonstorm
30-09-2011, 08:30
He may have company. He may have to take Alfie with him as I think Mr Ritchie may get the boot soon.
Why you think that Chloe?
After only four months as benevolent rag and bone man Eddie Moon, David Essex hitches up his horse and cart and heads out of Walford.
For the former pop star who has subsequently enjoyed four decades of success in film, theatre and onstage, his first major role in a soap hasn’t exactly been a resounding success. I beg to differ on that :D
Unfortunately, after such a lacklustre performance as the head of the Moon family trying to bring sons Michael, Tyler, Anthony and Craig together, his exit storyline is incredibly unconvincing.
While they may all briefly come together as Tyler and Anthony meet their secret half-brother Craig – who has Down’s syndrome – at a frog treasure hunt, then lunch in the Vic, the bond is quickly broken.
Eddie discovers from Craig that Michael has threatened Vanessa. And she finally has to own up to her part in trying to destroy Eddie for Michael.
“He hates you so much that he paid me to split up you and Carol, to break your heart,” she admits. “He even put a psychopath in the ring with your son. He wanted Tyler hurt.”
By Thursday, Eddie has come up with a ludicrous scheme of his own to destroy Michael and then head off to Spain with Vanessa and his boys.
“This is what they call payback time,” Eddie says. “He’s done some wicked things. Now he’s gunna find out how it feels to be on the receiving end.”
With the excellent Zoe Lucker also leaving, the question is whether Vanessa will head off to the costas with Eddie.
Let’s just say that she might still need those bottles of fake tan…
Read more: http://www.mirror.co.uk/celebs/tv/soap-news/2011/10/01/eastenders-after-destroying-michael-dad-eddie-plans-to-leave-walford-115875-23457945/#ixzz1ZbvIBmsf
tammyy2j
03-10-2011, 15:54
^ He has been great as Eddie Moon I hope he comes back
I dont like that he moved Vanessa in pretty quick as he was madly in love with Carol
Bye Eddie, hope you will be back one day :wub:
moonstorm
07-10-2011, 09:03
Well there goes our eye candy Perdy!
Chloe O'brien
07-10-2011, 09:30
Well there goes our eye candy Perdy!
On my word Moonie you need to go to specsaver darlng. :D
moonstorm
07-10-2011, 10:08
It is a crush I have had since I was about 9!! I remember him as he was. Obviously I don't get over things very well lol.
It is a crush I have had since I was about 9!! I remember him as he was. Obviously I don't get over things very well lol.
Same here, saw him in concert several times and I have enjoyed every scene with him in EastEnders. He is still good looking for his age, as far as I am concerned and his voice has not changed. I have no intention to get over him :D :love:
Ruffed_lemur
08-10-2011, 00:28
Bye Eddie, hope you will be back one day :wub:
Yes, I hope he comes back too. Such a great character!
Former EastEnders star David Essex has admitted that he felt emotional when he watched his final episode of the soap.
The actor recently completed a four-month stint playing Eddie Moon, who bowed out from Walford earlier this month after discovering the vicious schemes of his son Michael (Steve John Shepherd).
Essex is now busy with theatre commitments as he is touring with his own show All The Fun of the Fair. However, EastEnders bosses have said that they are leaving the door open for his return. :cheer:
In a new interview with the Yorkshire Evening Post, Essex confirmed: "They want me back. I must admit I even shed a tear or two when I watched myself leave Albert Square. It was such a strong, emotional way to go, plus I made a lot of friends on the set and I will miss it."
Asked whether viewers could see Eddie back, he replied: "I don't think it's gonna happen any time soon. You wouldn't believe how many times a day people ask me that, though. You'd laugh if you knew.
"I really enjoyed the continued drama element, though, and the characters and storylines were so interesting - not just for me but for the viewers."
Essex added that he thinks EastEnders is currently "in a really good place" and noted that appearing on the show had come with its pressures.
"With EastEnders so many more people see you," he explained. "It also makes it more challenging though, because if you mess up, you mess up in front of 11 million people."
EastEnders continues tonight at 7.30pm on BBC One.
David Essex has announced plans to release an autobiography next year.
The singer and recent EastEnders actor has signed a deal with publishers Virgin Books to release the title, which will document his four-decade career.
The currently untitled book will be released in March 2012.
Virgin Books editorial director Lorna Russell said in a statement: "David Essex is a legend, and his autobiography has all the stuff of a bestseller, from his gloriously recounted working-class childhood in the East End of London, through the crazy years of Essex mania and beyond. It's completely fascinating, and readers will love it."
Essex added: "With so many adventures I felt it was time to write them down. I hope the reader will enjoy the journey as much as I have."
The star recently said that filming his final scenes on EastEnders was "emotional".
Essex is currently touring his own show All the Fun of the Fair.
Former EastEnders star David Essex has confirmed that he would not rule out a future return to the soap.
The actor and singer had a four-month stint as Eddie Moon last year, but is now concentrating on a number of other projects - including his own musical All the Fun of the Fair.
Speaking on Loose Women today (March 9), Essex revealed that he would consider an EastEnders comeback if he could fit the show in.
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"I've not closed the door," he explained. "The thing is, I finish All the Fun of the Fair, then I'm doing a film, which is called Gypsy Boy. And then I'm doing an album.
"The two questions that I get asked at the stage door are, 'When are you going back to EastEnders?' and 'Are you going to do a rock tour?' And I am going to do a rock tour - that's November. They're fixing the dates for it now."
Discussing his musical, he said: "All the Fun of the Fair is a great success, thankfully. It's been great. The great thing is that it's a piece of theatre, it's a marquee name. We've done 550 performances - it's a lot."
Eddie left Albert Square in October, heading off to Spain with his son Craig.
David Essex has admitted that he is unlikely to return to EastEnders. :(
The actor and singer had a four-month stint on the BBC soap in 2011, playing Michael, Tyler and Anthony's father Eddie Moon.
usly stated that he hadn't "closed the door" on EastEnders. However, appearing on ITV's Loose Women today (May 7), Essex revealed that he can't see himself reprising the role of Eddie.
Asked whether he would consider returning to Albert Square, Essex replied: "Ooh, controversial! I really enjoyed my time there. It was a privilege to work with some of the actors that I worked with. It's fast, it's furious.
"I think probably not, is the answer. They haven't asked me and I haven't asked."
Steve John Shepherd, who plays Michael, will be departing EastEnders later this year - leaving Tyler as the only one of Eddie's sons still in Walford.
it be nice to see eddie back to help michael get custody of scarlett and they leave together
Musician and actor David Essex has admitted that he found it gruelling working on Eastenders.
The 66-year-old actor has revealed that he found the punishing filming schedule at the Walford based soap "traumatic".
Speaking to the Huffington Post UK Essex said: "EastEnders is fast and furious. I told them I could only do five months, because I was booked to tour, and so they got everything they could.
"I think it's quite traumatic, it's like entering a family. If you've got a reputation, everybody's watching you. After a while, they realised I could walk and talk at the same time, so it was okay."
He added: "It's long hours. One day was 38 pages of dialogue. If you can do EastEnders, you can do anything."
Essex has ruled out a return to the soap as Eddie Moon any time in near future.
Musician and actor David Essex has admitted that he found it gruelling working on Eastenders.
The 66-year-old actor has revealed that he found the punishing filming schedule at the Walford based soap "traumatic".
Speaking to the Huffington Post UK Essex said: "EastEnders is fast and furious. I told them I could only do five months, because I was booked to tour, and so they got everything they could.
"I think it's quite traumatic, it's like entering a family. If you've got a reputation, everybody's watching you. After a while, they realised I could walk and talk at the same time, so it was okay."
He added: "It's long hours. One day was 38 pages of dialogue. If you can do EastEnders, you can do anything."
Essex has ruled out a return to the soap as Eddie Moon any time in near future.
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