Has me confused as well though as to which Dennis owenlee4me is referring to :searchme:Quote:
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Has me confused as well though as to which Dennis owenlee4me is referring to :searchme:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutchgirl
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Does that answer your question, owenlee4me?Quote:
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Does that mean owenlee4me has already seen Dennis, before he even has arrived :eek:Quote:
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I think Owenlee4me means Derek not new Dennis?Quote:
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Guess Sharon will return with a bit of moola ?? Has the little DENNIS been mentioned ??? I am sure she will be bringing her sprog with her ??? Wonder how much Shirley knows about Phil's past with Sharon ????
Oops I meant to say Derek, nice to know my comments were read, tee hee hee
thanks for putting that right for me, i screwed up, one glass of vino to many!!!
I did mean Derek not Dennis APOLOGIES FOR CAUSING SOME PUZZLEMENT
The real Dennis could possible make an appearence. Death is not the end in Walford. Bet the famous black leather jacket makes its appearance
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EastEnders star Steve McFadden has said he will never get bored of playing Phil Mitchell because he changes so much.
The 52-year-old actor has been in the soap for over 20 years and seen the hardman through several marriages, battles with alcoholism and drug addiction and surviving being shot.
Steve told Inside Soap magazine: "I had some time to sit back and reflect over Christmas, because I was off doing panto.
"It's my 21st anniversary in the show, and all these year later, I'm still involved in the biggest, hottest and most exciting stories.
"I always say that I've played many different characters during my time in EastEnders - they've just all been Phil Mitchell!"
Letitia Dean - who played Phil's first love on the soap Sharon, his brother Grant's wife who he had an affair with - is set to return to Albert Square after six years.
Steve said he'd like to see the couple back together.
He said: "I think Sharon can touch a place in Phil's soul, and open a doorway that never got completely closed.
"So there's every chance that Letitia and I will be working together, and that Phil will see in Sharon something that he misses."
IT’S been more than six years since she was last in Walford, but actress Letitia Dean doesn’t look a day older as she makes her long-awaited return to EastEnders.
Letitia, who played Sharon Rickman (previously Watts) for more than 20 years, was spotted outside Elstree studios as she stopped her car to sign autographs for fans on her first day back at the BBC1 soap.
It was January 2006 when her pregnant character left Walford for America, devastated after husband Dennis had been murdered. But now she’s home – with young son Dennis Junior.
There will be plenty of familiar faces glad to see Sharon back in Albert Square. But what former flame Phil Mitchell and his fiancée Shirley will make of it is anyone’s guess.
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Ello princess: Sharon Watts returns to EastEnders with dramatic kidnap storyline
Actress Letitia Dean began filming again on Wednesday with bosses hoping she will help turn the soap’s fortunes around
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Back on the square: Letitia Dean
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Sharon Watts is back in EastEnders – teaming up with ex-lover Phil Mitchell in a bid to boost ratings.
Actress Letitia Dean began filming again on Wednesday after six years away from Albert Square with bosses hoping she will help turn the soap’s fortunes around.
And her return means the start of a dramatic new storyline.
During her absence, Sharon has given birth to a son – Dennis Jr, named after his dad – and the child has been kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend.
After getting into a spot of “bovver” she enlists bruiser Phil to help get him back.
It leads to a dramatic car chase through a forest as she and Phil, played by Steve McFadden, 53, try to reclaim the snatched youngster.
A show source said: “Sharon is petrified of losing her son. She has nowhere else to turn so as a last resort she goes to Phil.
“They have a lot of history together and he agrees to help, but it’s no easy task.
“The scenes are going to be emotional and gripping, which is exactly what Letitia wanted when she agreed to come back.
"They will be screened at the end of August and should ensure everyone is talking about the return of ‘Princess’ Sharon.”
The soap has been struggling in the ratings recently as many major cast members take a break.
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Ill-fated: With screen husband Dennis
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Episodes earlier this month dipped below six million, almost a record low for the series.
Jessie Wallace, 40 (Kat Moon) was off for several months earlier in the year, June Brown, 85 (Dot Branning), is currently on leave as is Adam Woodyatt, 43 (Ian Beale).
Other stars such as Patsy Palmer, 40, and Sid Owen, 40 – Ricky Butcher and Bianca Jackson – are also on indefinite breaks.
And new characters like Anthony Moon, introduced last July and played by Matt Lapinskas, have been axed after failing to fill the gap.
The show also lost out to Coronation Street in the Bafta awards and exec producer Bryan Kirkwood quit in March.
A source said: “Letitia’s return to the screen cannot come soon enough as far as the bosses are concerned.
"The show has been struggling in recent times and desperately needs a boost in the ratings as well as in morale.
“Letitia has already filmed a few scenes on location and will be at the Elstree studios next week.
“The old characters will love her being around and the new ones will soon get to know her and love hearing her infectious laugh.
“We’re really hoping that her reappearance will bring back some of the lost viewers too.”
Letitia, 44, announced in February that she was returning to the BBC1 soap.
At the time she said: “I am really looking forward to being a part of the EastEnders team again.
“The show has always been very close to my heart.” And her wallet too no doubt
In the past, Sharon has had her fair share of sensational plots – including marrying Grant Mitchell and having an explosive affair with his brother Phil.
She then had a romance with Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman)before discovering he was her adoptive brother.
The pair married but he was then stabbed to death just after he found out she was pregnant – despite previously thinking she couldn’t have children.
While she has been away from Walford, Letitia has starred in pantomimes and was a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing in 2007.
EASTENDERS' Sharon looks downcast as it's revealed her wedding to an unnamed suitor ends in disaster.
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The outspoken blonde is seen walking out of the Queens Suite at a hotel, in scenes that will be aired in an upcoming episode of the BBC1 soap.
The beauty, played by soap legend Letitia Dean, 44, is about to get hitched to a mystery man, played by Jesse Birdsall.
But a raging row breaks out inside the venue, and he storms off with Dennis Junior — her son from her marriage to Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) who was killed off on New Year's Day in 2006.
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Not all white on the night ... Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean)
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She turns to former lover Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and the pals jump into a Range Rover and take off after him in a bid to track them down.
Sharon, the adopted daughter of Queen Vic villain Dirty Den (Den Watts), was played by Letitia at the BBC1 soap’s launch in 1985.
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Mystery man ... played by Jesse Birdsall
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She had a famously stormy relationship with the Mitchell brothers, Grant and Phil.
The actress left Walford in 1995 but returned three times between 2001 and 2006.
Sharon was last seen heading to the US after hubby Dennis was killed.
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Distress ... Sharon Watts
Jesse Birdsall from Bugs is coming into EE
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http://www.fanpix.net/picture-galler...e-10427023.htm had to look this guy up,,, ah he is a perfect foil for SHARON
EastEnders legend Ross Kemp has praised former co-star Letitia Dean.
The actor-turned-TV-journalist, who played Grant Mitchell on the soap, said that he had always been fond of the returning Sharon Rickman star.
Kemp, who starred alongside Dean in the 1990s, told The Sun: "I've always liked Letitia, she's a lovely girl."
Their married characters were the centre of the iconic 'Sharongate' storyline in 1994, which saw Sharon confess on tape that she had slept with Grant's brother Phil (Steve McFadden).
Meanwhile, the 47-year-old also suggested that the BBC serial's cast work is as gruelling as his war zone documentaries for Sky1.
"You know, don't underestimate how hard the people work in EastEnders," he commented. "And I say this as someone who has done nearly a year in Afghanistan."
Kemp starred in EastEnders between 1990 and 1999, before briefly reprising his role in 2005 for one year.
The Extreme World presenter, who has previously talked down a potential return to Albert Square, refused to rule out a future reappearance, saying: "Well, I doubt [I would come back] but never say never."
What an absolutely disgraceful thing to say. How many of the Eastenders cast have died while on the set? How many have been blown up by roadside bombs or suicide bombers? Just keep your trap shut, Ross.Quote:
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That would be the big brave thug who runs off at the 1st sign of trouble when he is investigating gangs and protected by at least half a dozen ex squaddies.
Well said Norman.
EASTENDERS will air SEVEN episodes in one week to mark Sharon Rickman’s dramatic return to Albert Square.
The intense plot sees her beg for Phil Mitchell’s help after her son Dennis is kidnapped.
Actress Letitia Dean’s comeback on August 13 after six years away heralds the soap’s return to BBC1 after its stay on BBC2 during the Olympics.
Executive producer Lorraine Newman said: “Dramatic twists and turns lie ahead.”
EASTENDERS will air SEVEN episodes in one week to mark Sharon Rickman’s dramatic return to Albert Square.
The intense plot sees her beg for Phil Mitchell’s help after her son Dennis is kidnapped.
Actress Letitia Dean’s comeback on August 13 after six years away heralds the soap’s return to BBC1 after its stay on BBC2 during the Olympics.
Executive producer Lorraine Newman said: “Dramatic twists and turns lie ahead.”
BBC 2 ???????????????? does any one have East Enders schedule during the olympics ??????
Confirmed for Monday 30 July on BBC Two at 8.00pm - 8.30pm
Monday 30 July
8.00-8.30pm
BBC TWO
Confirmed for Tuesday 31 July on BBC Two at 7.30pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 31 July
7.30-8.00pm
BBC TWO
Confirmed for Thursday 2 August on BBC Two at 7.30pm - 8.00pm
Thursday 2 August
7.30-8.00pm
BBC TWO
Monday 6 August
8.00-8.30pm
BBC TWO
Tuesday 7 August
7.30-8.00pm
BBC TWO
Thursday 9 August
7.30-8.00pm
BBC TWO
Week 33, 13th - 17th August still to be confirmed
double post :(
Double posts ????? Hey Perdy thanks for the schedule xoxo
It's happening to lots of us and the suggested remedy doesn't seem to work.Quote:
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Tried it too,, even tho my posts aren't double,,, just in case ya know,, any way I am sure Norman Bates will find the bug eventually :D
As soap fans anticipate the return of one of EastEnders' biggest stars, Digital Spy unlocks the archive to bring you the history of Sharon Watts.
Sharon is an EastEnders original, having appeared in a pink packet jacket during the soap's first ever episode on February 19, 1985.
Only a schoolgirl then, Sharon was the adopted daughter of the Queen Vic's first owners Den and Angie Watts, and became stuck in the middle of her parents' tempestuous relationship. Early in her time on Albert Square, she had teenage romances with Wicksy and - of all people - Ian Beale.
Letitia Dean had already made a small appearance in Brookside, as well as a more memorable role as Pogo's mystery girlfriend in Grange Hill.
But it was Sharon who made Letitia Dean one of TV's most recognised women in the 1990s, as her character was involved in EastEnders' most popular love triangle of all time, dubbed 'Sharongate' by the tabloid press.
As Peggy's old soap proverb goes, 'No-one ever messes with the Mitchells'. Her relationship with Grant Mitchell soured when he discovered she was taking contraceptive pills to secretly delay his dream of starting a family.
After Grant smashed up the pub and disappeared in a fit of anger, Sharon began to get close to his older brother Phil, leading to a full-blown affair which would last until 1993. Despite opportunities to start afresh, Sharon never left Grant - until it was too late...
Her best friend Michelle, while recording an interview for her boyfriend's book, forgot to turn the machine off as Sharon opened her heart about her affair with Phil. A distraught Grant - not only ending their marriage - drove Sharon out of Albert Square.
Sharon never recovered from the public shame and left Walford for America in 1995, where she lived with mum Angie until after the millennium.
The blonde bombshell made a dramatic return in 2001, being unveiled as the anonymous buyer of the Queen Vic. Despite receiving news of her mother's death, the next couple of years were to mark Sharon's happiest period on the Square.
She reunited with Irish charmer and old school friend Tom Banks, romancing one of the nicest men to ever grace the Square. Their relationship survived the jealousy of Tom's mad ex-wife Sadie, but not an incurable brain tumour which would have taken his life - if not for an act of heroism in late 2002 which saw Tom run into a burning building to save a dying Little Mo.
Dirty Den's stunning resurrection ("Hello, princess") in 2003 marked a confusing new chapter for Sharon, as a clan of Watts' filled Walford. She fell for adopted brother Dennis Rickman, to the disgust of her father. By the end of 2005, both her lover and doting dad had been murdered.
Sharon Rickman went back to America in 2006 while pregnant with Dennis's baby. Pauline Fowler announced later that year that she had given birth to a son, who she named Dennis Rickman Jr after his late dad.
When Sharon reappears in Albert Square next month, she desperately needs the help of old flame Phil Mitchell, himself troubled with the burden of protecting his son from being caught for killing Heather Trott.
Her dramatic arrival comes after her young son is kidnapped, with the drama taking place on her wedding day to fiancée John.
With Shirley about to find out about Phil's deceit over the murder of her best friend, could Sharon and Phil possibly reunite again? Could she reclaim the Queen Vic? And will she ever find happiness in Walford? Whatever happens, Sharon Watts - a true soap icon - is back in her rightful home.
Whenever I read about Sharon's life story I'm always wondering who on earth let Den and Angie adopt a child! lol
EastEnders star Linda Henry has admitted that her character Shirley Carter will be concerned by the return of Walford favourite Sharon Watts.
Sharon, played by Letitia Dean, makes her long-awaited Albert Square comeback in a fortnight's time - arriving on Phil Mitchell's doorstep in desperate need of his help.
Although Sharon has interrupted his and Shirley's engagement party, Phil agrees to put his former flame first as she explains that she has run out on her wedding day and needs him to help her get her son back.
Asked whether Shirley feels threatened by Sharon, Henry told All About Soap: "Oh, yes. Shirley does trust Phil, but she knows how much history he has with Sharon.
"Shirley and Sharon are complete opposites, so I think she finds it hard to believe Phil would choose her over Sharon, when she knows how he used to feel about his ex. She's worried that old spark will reunite."
While Phil is away helping Sharon, Shirley heads over to see Denise Fox - and is rocked to the core to spot the murder weapon which was used to kill Heather.
Henry continued: "[Shirley and Denise] have a heart-to-heart about Carly, but then Shirley spots the photo frame on the fireplace - she's sure it's the one that the murderer used to kill Heather. She wants to make sure she isn't imagining it. She demands to know where Denise got it from."
"I think her first reaction will be to go to the police, but they've not been very helpful so far and have even criticised her for getting involved in the investigation," she added. "So I think she could change her mind and decide that she wants to catch the killer herself."
EastEnders will air seven episodes in the week commencing August 13, as Sharon makes her return and Shirley finally discovers the truth about how Ben Mitchell killed Heather.
EastEnders actress Jo Joyner has revealed that her character Tanya Branning will become friends with Sharon Watts.
Speaking to MSN, she also praised returning Albert Square co-star Letitia Dean, having only recently met her for the first time.
"I was grateful to have another fantastic woman to work with," Joyner said. "We've been doing quite a lot of stuff, so it's lovely. They start off a bit feisty, but they're going to get on quite well.
"Sharon's such a beautiful, iconic character and she puts everyone's heckles up. You can see Kat's not impressed and Tanya's not too sure. It's a powerful week and it's going to be interesting."
She further divulged: "She makes a new friendship with Sharon and there's going to be more involving Cora. And, of course, Tanya is engaged so will there be a wedding?
"She's been in Albert Square forever hasn't she? I've never met Letitia before and I've only just started working with her, so I just assumed that she'd know far more than me about everything."
Letitia Dean makes her highly-anticipated Walford return on Monday, August 13 in a dramatic episode which sees Sharon visit Phil as her son is abducted on her wedding day.
EastEnders star Letitia Dean has spoken about her return to the soap.
It was announced earlier this year that the actress would reprise her role as Sharon Watts, after previously playing the fan favourite from 1985 to 1995 and 2001 to 2006.
Sharon re-appears in Albert Square on August 13, when she turns up on old flame Phil Mitchell's (Steve McFadden) doorstep wearing a wedding dress after jilting her fiancé at the altar.
Dean said that she felt at home on the set as soon as she put on one of Sharon's famous outfits, despite suffering from initial nerves.
"Going back to the Square on my first day I literally almost cacked myself. It was like, 'Oh God'. I felt like a newbie going back," she told The Sun.
"Sharon's style hasn't changed much. The skirts have got longer, the hair is slightly bigger but there is still that '80s theme. Shoulder pads, eyelashes, a bit of sugar-plum lustre - and she's back! Soon it was like I hadn't been away.
"Sharon's a mess and so confused. She never got over her grief since her husband Dennis died and she knocks on Phil's door and says, 'Help me'."
Sharon's presence causes problems between Phil and Shirley (Linda Henry). She also seduces Jack Branning (Scott Maslen).
Dean added that she would like to be reunited with on-screen ex-husband Grant Mitchell, saying: "I love Ross [Kemp]. I'd love him to come back. It would be fantastic. It would be great. Can you imagine? Sharongate was one of my fave storylines."
She concluded by commenting that she would love to become a soap matriarch like her friend and former co-star Wendy Richard, who passed away in 2009.
"When you've been in the show a long time and then you come back, it's good to have a bit of longevity," she said.
EastEnders star Letitia Dean has spoken about her return to the soap.
It was announced earlier this year that the actress would reprise her role as Sharon Watts, after previously playing the fan favourite from 1985 to 1995 and 2001 to 2006.
Sharon re-appears in Albert Square on August 13, when she turns up on old flame Phil Mitchell's (Steve McFadden) doorstep wearing a wedding dress after jilting her fiancé at the altar.
Dean said that she felt at home on the set as soon as she put on one of Sharon's famous outfits, despite suffering from initial nerves.
"Going back to the Square on my first day I literally almost cacked myself. It was like, 'Oh God'. I felt like a newbie going back," she told The Sun.
"Sharon's style hasn't changed much. The skirts have got longer, the hair is slightly bigger but there is still that '80s theme. Shoulder pads, eyelashes, a bit of sugar-plum lustre - and she's back! Soon it was like I hadn't been away.
"Sharon's a mess and so confused. She never got over her grief since her husband Dennis died and she knocks on Phil's door and says, 'Help me'."
Sharon's presence causes problems between Phil and Shirley (Linda Henry). She also seduces Jack Branning (Scott Maslen).
Dean added that she would like to be reunited with on-screen ex-husband Grant Mitchell, saying: "I love Ross [Kemp]. I'd love him to come back. It would be fantastic. It would be great. Can you imagine? Sharongate was one of my fave storylines."
She concluded by commenting that she would love to become a soap matriarch like her friend and former co-star Wendy Richard, who passed away in 2009.
"When you've been in the show a long time and then you come back, it's good to have a bit of longevity," she said.
aye Ross Kemp back, bit of muscle eh? and there was always fireworks with that relationship, he could come back when some big headed male thinks he's wooed her, ohhhh
Letitia Dean's return to EastEnders took a year to be finalised, executive producer Lorraine Newman has revealed.
The actress will reprise her role as Sharon Rickman (previously Watts) on August 13.
Newman explained that she had first started discussing a possible return to Walford for Dean this time last year.
She stated that Dean's return, along with the comebacks of Bianca (Patsy Palmer) and Carol (Lindsey Coulson), will provide great storylines for EastEnders over the next 12 months.
"It took a year of negotiations and talks to get Letitia back on the show," Newman told the Daily Star.
"In the end we convinced her and it's great having her back. She's got some big things coming up and we're all very excited.
"Obviously we've got the return of Bianca and Carol and their brood to look forward to this autumn and with Sharon now in the mix we're very happy."
She added: "There are no plans to bring anyone else back at the moment."
Letitia Dean has stated that she originally felt "nervous" about returning to the BBC soap.
Letitia Dean's return to EastEnders took a year to be finalised, executive producer Lorraine Newman has revealed.
The actress will reprise her role as Sharon Rickman (previously Watts) on August 13.
Newman explained that she had first started discussing a possible return to Walford for Dean this time last year.
She stated that Dean's return, along with the comebacks of Bianca (Patsy Palmer) and Carol (Lindsey Coulson), will provide great storylines for EastEnders over the next 12 months.
"It took a year of negotiations and talks to get Letitia back on the show," Newman told the Daily Star.
"In the end we convinced her and it's great having her back. She's got some big things coming up and we're all very excited.
"Obviously we've got the return of Bianca and Carol and their brood to look forward to this autumn and with Sharon now in the mix we're very happy."
She added: "There are no plans to bring anyone else back at the moment."
Letitia Dean has stated that she originally felt "nervous" about returning to the BBC soap.
EastEnders returnee Letitia Dean has insisted that her character Sharon Rickman has no hidden agenda as she settles back into Albert Square.
Sharon descends on Walford next week as she needs Phil Mitchell's help after walking out of her own wedding, leaving her young son Dennis behind. Viewers will later see her decide to stick around in the area for good.
Speaking in a pre-recorded Daybreak interview broadcast today (August 10), Dean explained that Sharon will be at rock bottom in her return episodes.
Asked whether the show favourite has an ulterior motive, Dean replied: "No, she's totally lost. She doesn't know who she is, where she's going. There's something that comes out later, that's happened to her in the States and stuff like that.
"But she's a lost soul, and this is home again. There's no place like home, so she finds herself back there again."
Speaking of reprising the role of Sharon, she continued: "It's just wonderful to be back. It is that old cliché - there is no place like home, and it's always felt like that to me. It's joyous to come back as a mother - a little more mature."
Dean added that she is looking forward to seeing what the future could hold for Sharon and Phil (Steve McFadden).
She said: "I've always loved working with Steve - I think he's fantastic. I think there's always going to be that frisson between Phil and Sharon. I don't know where it's going to go - I'm not quite sure yet. But I'm sure it'll be fantastic."
The 44-year-old also reiterated her desire to stick around on EastEnders for a long while.
Asked whether Sharon is staying for the foreseeable future, she replied: "Well, I hope so - it depends if they want to keep me, really. But it's really lovely for me to come back, and quite an honour to be asked again for the third time."
EastEnders airs Sharon's return episodes on Monday, August 13 at 8pm and 9pm on BBC One.
double threads have returned :-(