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[moonstorm]

EastEnders actor John Bardon has filmed what are reportedly expected to be his final scenes in Albert Square.

According to The Mirror, emotional cast and crew watched as Bardon filmed scenes for a plot which will see his wife Dot Branning (June Brown) finally make the decision to move Jim into full-time care.

The 71-year-old suffered a serious stroke in 2007, which was then written into his plots to allow Bardon to appear at various stages over the last few years.

The paper claims that some of the BBC soap's staff believe that the storyline marks the end of the character on the show.

"Dot's been struggling for a while and realises that she can no longer give Jim the care and attention he deserves and is forced to make the heartbreaking decision that he should move into a home," a source told the paper. "She fell down the stairs and her friendship with Edward is also growing which makes the situation with Jim difficult.

"It was very emotional on the set for the scenes where Dot discusses her decision and talks to Jim about him going into care for good. There were a lot of tears."

The insider added: "The feeling is that this is the end of Jim as a character because he won't leave the home and won't ever be a regular in Albert Square again."

However, Jim could still be shown in his care home, if Bardon's health permits him to film scenes.

An EastEnders spokesperson said: "We would love to continue working with John in the future and we hope to see Jim on our screens again."

[Chloe O'brien]

Aw poor Jim but if his John's health is failing he should be written out. At least they can bring him back from time to time they're not killing Jim off.

[tammyy2j]

Yes I hope they show Dot or his kids visiting him from time to time if he is able for it

[alan45]

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John Bardon has played Jim Branning in EastEnders for 15 years but has just filmed scenes saying goodbye to on-screen wife Dot, in a storyline sure to bring a tear to the eye.

"EastEnders are hoping that this storyline will allow for John to continue to appear in the show as both John and Jim are deeply loved," a show insider said.

Whether he will return remains to be seen as John, 71, suffered a stroke in real life in 2007. His illness was incorporated into the plot, giving Jim the same illness and allowing John to appear on-and-off when he felt well enough. An EastEnders spokesperson said: "As we have always said, we would love to continue working with John in the future and we hope to see Jim on our screens again."

[Perdita]

EastEnders star John Bardon, who played Jim Branning in the hit BBC1 soap, has died aged 75 after a period of ill health.
The show's press team announced the sad news via a blog post, in which they paid tribute to the talented actor.
"It is with great sadness that we report the death of much-loved actor John Bardon, who played Dot's husband, Jim Branning, from 1996 to 2011. He was 75," it said.
"Everyone at EastEnders is absolutely heartbroken to learn that John has sadly passed away. His bravery, dignity and courage in battling against the devastating effects of his stroke were admired by all who had the privilege of working with him.
"Loved by us all, John was an exceptionally talented actor whose humour, mischievousness and brilliant performances made Jim Branning one of Walford's most loveable, memorable characters and we will miss John forever.
"Our love and deepest sympathies are extended to Enda, his truly wonderful wife, at this very sad time. May he now rest in peace."
It added that tonight's episode to EastEnders will be dedicated to John, who will be "sorely missed by all those who knew and worked with him".
Our thoughts are with John's family and friends.


RIP John

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[Timalay]

RIP.

No offense meant, but I hope they do a special with Dot. This is the Kind of thing June Brown excels at.

[Timalay]

RIP.

No offense meant, but I hope they do a special with Dot. This is the Kind of thing June Brown excels at.

[tammyy2j]

RIP John Bardon

I hope EE give Jim a good send off

[tammyy2j]

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[Dazzle]

Sad news :(

RIP John

[Perdita]

EastEnders stars and other faces from the acting world have begun paying tribute to John Bardon following the news that he has passed away at the age of 75.

Bardon played the role of Jim Branning on the BBC show on and off between 1996 and 2011.

His on-screen wife June Brown (Dot) said this afternoon: "I am so sorry that John has passed away but hope that he is now at peace after seven difficult years. I shall miss him very much as I loved him dearly. My thoughts are with his devoted wife, Edna."

Perry Fenwick, who plays EastEnders' Billy Mitchell, commented: "I'm absolutely gutted. John was a lovely, lovely man to work with. I'll miss him."

Natalie Cassidy - better known as Jim's granddaughter Sonia Fowler - said: "I never had a real granddad so John was like an actual granddad to me. He was a lovely man and I learnt a lot from him."

Here are some more of the online tributes which are coming in for the popular actor:

Such sad news...I'm honoured to have known him. John was a gentleman and will be missed by all who knew him. RIP x http://t.co/8IuggHc3bn

— Jake Wood (@mrjakedwood) September 12, 2014

Just woken up to the sad news about ( my grandad) branning!! actor John Bardon has passed away. RIP lovely man. pic.twitter.com/WYkWTmmeiI

— Patsypalmerx (@patsypalmerx) September 12, 2014

Jim Branning funny, grumpy,endearing ,mischievous ,massive talent,walford will always miss you RIP john Bardon pic.twitter.com/wNQ5Qbnb3c

— Shane Richie (@realshanerichie) September 12, 2014

Gutted john Bardon passed away today. Such a lovely man. He was lovely to work with also .. Thinking of his family x

— Madeline Duggan (@maddiedugx) September 12, 2014

RIP John Bardon, forever in our hearts!
Was privileged to not only work with you but to call you 'grandad'.... X

— Dean Gaffney (@deangaffney1) September 12, 2014

RIP to the great john bardon.was a pleasure workin with u all those years ago in East is East.a wonderful talent that will be sorely missed

— Jimi Mistry (@JimiMistry) September 12, 2014

RIP John bardon, a gent to work with, always kept us smiling.

— Robert Kazinsky (@RobertKazinsky) September 12, 2014

RIP The wonderful wonderful John Bardon. A brilliant, funny, clever actor and gentleman. The world and Albert Square are sadder without you.

— DomTreadwellCollins (@dominictc) September 12, 2014

John Bardon. even after his stroke his eyes would still smile x rest in peace Grandad

— Devon Anderson (@DevonAnderson87) September 12, 2014

Very sad news today that Eastenders legend John Bardon passed away. Big love to his family and my on screen Grandma who loved him dearly x

— Declan Bennett (@thisainttherapy) September 12, 2014

An EastEnders statement released today said: "Everyone at EastEnders is absolutely heartbroken to learn that John has sadly passed away. His bravery, dignity and courage in battling against the devastating effects of his stroke were admired by all who had the privilege of working with him.

"Loved by us all, John was an exceptionally talented actor whose humour, mischievousness and brilliant performances made Jim Branning one of Walford's most loveable, memorable characters and we will miss John forever.

"Our love and deepest sympathies are extended to Edna, his truly wonderful wife, at this very sad time. May he now rest in peace. Tonight's episode of EastEnders is dedicated to John, who will be sorely missed by all those who knew and worked with him."

[lizann]

rip