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Perdita
05-10-2014, 04:52
EastEnders bosses are thought to be recasting a major character.

The show's executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins told the Sunday People that a famous Walford resident from the past will soon be making a return, but with a new actor taking over in the part.

EastEnders chiefs are keeping tight-lipped over who the character in question is, but the surprise revelation is likely to spark huge speculation among fans over the coming days.

Treadwell-Collins told the newspaper: "I love EastEnders and I want it back at number one. Great characters and great stories will do it. We're edging back - and there's lots more to come."

EastEnders has enjoyed a strong week on BBC One with Phil and Sharon's wedding week, which pulled in the show's highest figures since June.

Friday's edition (October 3), which saw Phil fight for his life after being shot by Shirley Carter, was also the most-watched show of the day ahead of Coronation Street and The X Factor.

tammyy2j
05-10-2014, 19:14
I would love to see Michelle Fowler back

Glen1
06-10-2014, 22:24
Grant Mitchell possibly?

lizann
06-10-2014, 22:53
martin fowler, steven beale, sean slater, zoe slater, sam mitchell and spencer moon so many to pick from

tammyy2j
06-10-2014, 23:20
Grant Mitchell possibly?

I think that is one role that could never be recast as Ross Kemp is so associated and known for that role

Perdita
12-10-2014, 08:50
Been confirmed now to be Martin Fowler :)

Dazzle
12-10-2014, 11:50
Been confirmed now to be Martin Fowler :)

I'm surprised about that. It's going to be very strange to see such a big character recast. Is it just for guest role, or will it be permanent?

Perdita
12-10-2014, 12:12
I get the impression he is back long term

Dazzle
12-10-2014, 12:17
I get the impression he is back long term

Here's (http://www.soapsquawk.co.uk/news/eastenders-confirm-recast-of-martin-fowler.php#results) an article with more details and a picture of the new Martin.

I think it's going to take me a while to get my head around this news. I'm quite disappointed that James Alexandrou isn't coming back but it sounds like the new Martin has been cast with great care. I'll reserve judgement until I've seen the new actor in action.

I'm glad that James Alexandrou has given his blessing as it sounds like it was his decision not to return.

Edit: I see you've already posted the article on the Martin Fowler thread, Perdy :D

sarah c
12-10-2014, 12:30
Why couldn't James K come back as Martin?


Have I missed something?

Dazzle
12-10-2014, 13:05
Why couldn't James K come back as Martin?

Have I missed something?

The article makes it sound like he didn't want to come back. I think he's been doing theatre recently.