Danny Pennant

[LostVoodoo]

Every time I see this I read it as 'Danny Pregnant'...

[alan45]

EastEnders bosses have announced that Gary Lucy is returning to the soap as a regular cast member.

The actor's charming alter ego Danny Pennant will reappear on screen in June, when he is lured back to Albert Square on business.

Danny was originally introduced to EastEnders as a guest character last year, and his storyline saw him stir up trouble in Walford as he was involved in a love triangle with popular couple Syed Masood and Christian Clarke.

Speaking of his EastEnders return, Lucy commented: "I'm extremely excited to be joining such a fantastic show - one which my family are huge fans of and I grew up watching.

"I enjoyed the little taster last September and am looking forward to exploring my character further, seeing what's in store for him and which characters it will involve."

EastEnders' executive producer Lorraine Newman added: "We are absolutely delighted to reveal that Gary Lucy will be returning to EastEnders. Gary clearly felt at home on the show and his wonderful portrayal of Danny Pennant left us with an intriguing character to explore - it really was only a matter of time before he returned.

"Danny's stories will see him crossing paths with some of our best loved characters, and I am sure the audience will relish in the fact that the complex nature of this character means that nothing is ever simple."

Lucy has previously had roles in Hollyoaks, The Bill and Footballers' Wives

[alan45]

EastEnders bosses have announced that Gary Lucy is returning to the soap as a regular cast member.

The actor's charming alter ego Danny Pennant will reappear on screen in June, when he is lured back to Albert Square on business.

Danny was originally introduced to EastEnders as a guest character last year, and his storyline saw him stir up trouble in Walford as he was involved in a love triangle with popular couple Syed Masood and Christian Clarke.

Speaking of his EastEnders return, Lucy commented: "I'm extremely excited to be joining such a fantastic show - one which my family are huge fans of and I grew up watching.

"I enjoyed the little taster last September and am looking forward to exploring my character further, seeing what's in store for him and which characters it will involve."

EastEnders' executive producer Lorraine Newman added: "We are absolutely delighted to reveal that Gary Lucy will be returning to EastEnders. Gary clearly felt at home on the show and his wonderful portrayal of Danny Pennant left us with an intriguing character to explore - it really was only a matter of time before he returned.

"Danny's stories will see him crossing paths with some of our best loved characters, and I am sure the audience will relish in the fact that the complex nature of this character means that nothing is ever simple."

Lucy has previously had roles in Hollyoaks, The Bill and Footballers' Wives

[tammyy2j]

Fill the void left by Jack's exit

[owenlee4me]

blimey talk about "interview"speak, such a not hard to tell he did lots of research and is bang up to date with whats happening in Enders NOT!!!

[lizann]

EastEnders' executive producer Lorraine Newman added: "We are absolutely delighted to reveal that Gary Lucy will be returning to EastEnders. Gary clearly felt at home on the show and his wonderful portrayal of Danny Pennant left us with an intriguing character to explore - it really was only a matter of time before he returned.

what is she on about? me thinks she fancies him and that why she wants him back on the show

[lizann]

EastEnders' executive producer Lorraine Newman added: "We are absolutely delighted to reveal that Gary Lucy will be returning to EastEnders. Gary clearly felt at home on the show and his wonderful portrayal of Danny Pennant left us with an intriguing character to explore - it really was only a matter of time before he returned.

what is she on about? me thinks she fancies him and that why she wants him back on the show

[LostVoodoo]

I know what you mean, he was a plot device for Syed, I can't think of any reason for him to come back to the show!

[Perdita]

EastEnders fans will see Danny Pennant pay another visit to Walford next week as he attends the grand opening of Ian Beale's new restaurant.

Ian (Adam Woodyatt) is eager to impress city banker Danny, hoping that he might agree to invest in the business.


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Ian is introduced to Danny.


When everyone heads outside for the grand unveiling of the restaurant's sign, Ian is stunned to see that the name has been changed from 'Ian Beale @ Le Square' to 'Scarlett's'.

With Ian's scheming investor Janine Butcher responsible for the last-minute change, she advises him to buy her out if he doesn't like it. However, Ian knows that he can only afford to get rid of Janine if Danny agrees to offer up some cash in her place.


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Ian is shocked to see the name of the restaurant.


Later, things get even worse for Ian as restaurant waitress Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) accidentally spills drinks all over Danny, having secretly consumed one too many herself.

Ian apologises to Danny and hopes that this hasn't scuppered his chances of an investment. However, Ian is left disappointed when Danny informs him that his job is to find people to invest - and he certainly won't be asking anyone to invest in this restaurant!


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Lauren messes up with Danny.



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Danny after being drenched by Lauren.


Danny, played by Gary Lucy, first joined EastEnders last autumn for a love triangle storyline with Christian Clarke and Syed Masood. He is now re-joining as a regular character.

EastEnders airs Danny's return visit on Friday, June 7 at 9pm on BBC One. He appears as a regular from July.

[tammyy2j]

EastEnders star Gary Lucy has revealed more hints of Danny Pennant's future in Walford, promising a "softer side" to the character and a new romance.

Show bosses recently confirmed that Danny is heading back to Albert Square as a regular, having originally appeared on screen for a love triangle plot with Christian Clarke and Syed Masood last year.

Lucy added that he was delighted when he heard that the soap's bosses wanted him back.

He explained: "When I left last year, nothing was confirmed regarding a return. It had been talked about, so I was really hoping it would happen. Personally, I thought there was still loads to explore with Danny's character, and it would have been a shame if we hadn't been able to - so now I'm quite looking forward to that.

"Everything I've done so far has been really interesting, and based on the discussions we've had, I reckon we're in for good stuff!"

EastEnders fans see Danny pay another visit to Walford on Friday, June 7. He appears as a regular from July.