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On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Contents 1 Main characters 2 Doof-Doof Count 3 Episodes 4 Promotional photos Main characters Doof-Doof Count Episodes Doug Allen is a pretty good actor, im not sure if it was always his arc to turn into a villain and leave as on wkipedia it says he got axed because he couldnt remember his lines (not sure how true that is). She was adopted by the Medeemey family. Classic Eastenders (27th May 1996) MDTVS. Watch fullscreen. Subsequently, the plot never came to fruition. "[34], Following Grant's third departure in September 2016, Kemp revealed that he did not think he would ever go back to EastEnders again but even so, he refused to rule out a return. MDTVS. Browse more videos . Labour MP Anne Clywd suggested that the BBC should "reconsider" and Michelle Elliott, director of the children's charity Kidscape, said: "This is an appalling, outrageous, utterly nauseous example of rape for ratings." It soon transpires a week later that Grant has survived, and he leaves the country with both Courtney and the stolen money to Rio de Janeiro. He was introduced by producer Michael Ferguson to revamp the show, and originally served as one of the show's leading protagonists throughout the 1990s; with the character first appearing in 22 February 1990 and then departing on 25 October 1999 after Kemp had opted to leave the show. [5] Steve McFadden was given the role of Phil. [16], The following year EastEnders topped the ratings at Christmas 1998 when Grant was accused of the attempted murder of Tiffany, and the following Monday 15.7 million viewers tuned in to see Grant make a first court appearance. After hearing Phil explain his reasons for wanting to bring Johnny to justice for killing Dennis, specifically as a promise he made to Sharon before she left Walford, Grant reluctantly accompanies his brother in settling their score with Johnny once and for all. [5] He became restless easily and actively sought the thrill of danger in order to regain excitement in his life, which led to his participation in numerous crimes, fights and affairs. [4], As a consequence of these changes, a large number of characters, including Marge Green (Pat Coombs), Julie Cooper (Louise Plowright), Trevor Short (Phil McDermott) and Paul Priestly (Mark Thrippleton), were axed in early 1990 as the new production machine cleared way for a new direction and new characters. 10 days ago. It selected an unrepresentative range of stereotypes. She is sent to collect Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard) and her family and takes them to meet Maggie. The character has also become a prime suspect in the murder of Sharon's hated boss Eddie Royle (Michael Melia); sparked a longstanding feud with her best-friend Michelle Fowler (Susan Tully); clashed with Peggy's campaign rival George Palmer (Paul Moriarty); developed a close friendship with local shopkeeper Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley); formed a conflict with Sam's former boyfriend David Wicks (Michael French); slept with David's wife Lorraine Wicks (Jacqueline Leonard) they secretly harbored feelings for each other; cheated on Tiffany by having an affair with her mother Louise (Carol Harrison); triggered a rivalry with his archenemy Beppe di Marco (Michael Greco); disputed with Beppe's younger brother Gianni (Marc Bannerman); worked with Palmer's daughter Annie (Nadia Sawalha) on a jointed business venture at the local gym; established an antagonistic business partnership with Phil's would-be sworn nemesis, Steve Owen (Martin Kemp); had a one-night stand with Phil's estranged wife Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth); exonerated Sam for the murder of Sharon's adopted father, Den (Leslie Grantham), by proving to his ex-wife that her stepmother Chrissie (Tracy-Ann Oberman) was responsible for the crime; teamed up with Phil to confront their mother's gangland enemy, Johnny Allen (Billy Murray), and get justice for the death of Sharon's adopted brother-turned-second husband Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) in the Get Johnny Week scenario; infuriated Kathy's son Ian (Adam Woodyatt) after sleeping with his eventual lover Jane (Laurie Brett) prior to their wedding; ended his third ill-fated marriage to Carla (Christianne Oliveira) upon learning that she turned him against Courtney; and discovered that he is the father of Michelle's secret son, Mark (Ned Porteous), in light of coping with losing his mother Peggy to cancer. In response, Grant batters Phil leaving him with a ruptured spleen and is abusive towards Sharon until she flees to the United States, signalling the end of their marriage after just three years. In 1998, press reports claimed that Kemp had asked producers to tone down Grant's violent behaviour because "it was insulting the viewers' intelligence. He admits that he has lost his home and business in Portugal and is in debt. This resulted in Dennis beating up Johnny, who then ordered Jake's brother Danny (Jake Maskall) his henchman to kill Dennis. In the latter part of 1989 EastEnders executive producer Michael Ferguson, had taken over from Mike Gibbon. Furthermore, they suggested that the episodes "presented a prejudiced and stereotyped view of Ireland that [was] utterly unrecognisable. Of the two brothers Grant was the more volatile, but both had a sense of physical danger about them, and both displayed stereotypical masculinity, thuggish behaviour and a tendency to resolve problems through violence. The plot, which was slated to be aired on Christmas Day 1997, evoked high criticism from female MPs and children's groups, TV clean-up campaigners and church officials, who were all expressive in unanimous condemnation about the BBC's "cynical ploy to win the seasonal ratings war over arch-rival Coronation Street." In April 2019, Martin Fowler (James Bye) goes to Ireland to attend her funeral. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. 18th March - Sarah Hills and Robbie Jackson sleep together. I was pretty starstruck [] Wendy Richard who plays Pauline Fowler was great she is the most wonderful woman and she quietly gave me advice on how to cope with the sudden fame and attention. 22 million viewers tuned in to see Grant and Tiffany's final clash on New Year's Eve 1998. Both actors worked well and convincingly together and both shared similar physical characteristics, such as short cropped hair and a "round, open face" facial characteristics also shared by Danniella Westbrook, who was chosen to play their sister Samantha partly because of this (Westbrook was later recast, with Kim Medcalf taking over).[5]. It was a real baptism of fire and quite unnerving. A year later, in 1998, BBC chairman Christopher Bland admitted that as result of the Irish-set EastEnders episodes, the station failed in its pledge to represent all groups accurately and avoid reinforcing prejudice.[13]. They are then divorced and do not see each other for more than 10 years after this. However, their marriage ended in tragedy when Grantss stepfather Frank Butcher accidentally runs her down. He does not check to see whether Sharon is out of the way, and she and her dog Roly nearly die in the blaze. One of the most despisable characters of all time . [11] The Irish actors, who were employed specifically for the storyline, were also criticised by Kelly for not speaking out against the scenes they were enacting. For other inquiries, Contact Us. All trademarks are property of their respective owners in the US and other countries. [19] Shot in London's Docklands, the scenes required stunt doubles, divers and crash test dummies and it has been hailed as "one of the soap's most dramatic storylines ever. Follow. Grant Mitchell first arrived in Albert Square in February 1990 with his older brother Phil (Steve McFadden), and the pair become co-owners of the local garage, The Arches. He initially has very few storylines, but he is chosen to be the best man at Terry Raymond (Gavin Richards)'s wedding (which is later called off).He has a crush on April Branning (Debbie Arnold) but no relationship ever develops between them.Then there is the arrival of his teenage son Matthew (Joe . Drama channel has caused confusion among fans of more vintage episodes of EastEnders. Info Grant tries to persuade Sharon to go to Portugal with him but she declares her love for Phil. The episode featured the faces of well-known characters when they were a little fresher. Mary is the granddaughter of Maggie Flaherty (Olivia Shanley), Pauline Fowler 's ( Wendy Richard) long-lost sister. [5] He always strived to live up to the family name and enjoyed the reputation he inherited and maintained. 27:12. Guest Characters Pedro Pascal. Digital Spy Soap Scoop video - hit play below for all the latest EastEnders spoilers, as Ruby faces a difficult decision and Dot pays a visit to Doctor Legg. He begins a relationship with Lorraine Wicks (Jacqueline Leonard), until a paternity test reveals that Grant is the father of his baby, Courtney (Carissa and Josephine O'Meara), who is born in March 1997. Back to work on the @bbceastenders set today #EastEnders", EastEnders The Mitchells Naked Truths, The diary: EastEnding for Tiff as Grant kills her off, "Ross Kemp admits his days in Albert Square could be numbered", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Grant_Mitchell_(EastEnders)&oldid=1133812607, Articles with dead external links from June 2021, Articles with permanently dead external links, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 15 January 2023, at 17:06. Ferguson had previously been a producer on ITV's The Bill a hard-hitting and successful police drama, which seemed to be challenging EastEnders in providing a realistic vision of modern life in London. He then returned to the show on 24 October 2005 for a few weeks and returned again between March and June 2006. Grant returns to the square soon after and walks in on Phil and Peggy. Deaths Drama channel has caused confusion among fans of more vintage episodes of EastEnders. 30 December 1997 When Pauline and her family leave, taking Mary with them, she begs Maggie to leave Sean and return to Walford with her, but Maggie decides to stay and look after her vast family. "[14] Sharongate has also proven a popular storyline with viewers and it was voted the sixth top soap opera moment of the decade in a poll of 17,000 people for What's On TV magazine. Hours to Watch Mary Flaherty is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Melanie Clark Pullen, from 22 September 1997 to 23 February 1999. Phil MitchellGrant Mitchell She returns briefly to enact revenge making Grant realise that he is still in love with her, he chooses to be with Sharon over his family. When Sam returns to Walford for Peggy's funeral, she reveals that Grant is unable to attend the funeral, although Grant secretly attends, laying a flower and watching from a distance. Episodes of Classic EastEnders which are shown weekdays on the Drama TV Channel in the UK. As they attempt to flee from the oncoming police, Phil pulls out a gun and shoots the steering wheel in their getaway car causing Grant to plunge the car into the River Thames. Known as the "Mitchell brothers", Grant and Phil have become household names in the United Kingdom due to their association with the stereotypical black leather jacket wearing bald and brutal thug. Of the Mitchell brothers' highly publicised return, one reporter commented "Soapville must confess that we did get goosebumps and feel properly excited when we first saw the Mitchell Brothers back on the Square After all, you associate them with the golden days of Enders". "[25] Kemp returned to filming on 6 April 2016. Patrick comments, "you don't break the commandments, not in Sean's house". Eamonn is witness to the first kiss between his sister Colette and Martin Fowler (James Alexandrou), when they go to collect him from choir practice. The UKTV-owned channel airs old episodes every week day at 1pm and 1.40pm. Former jockey and TV presenter Declan Murphy said, "It's wrong and disgraceful when writers portray everyone from Ireland as backward drunks. Grant showed impulsive behaviour, a disregard for social rules and an indifference to the feelings of others, particularly the women in his life. Barbara is a very close friend so when I learned of the storyline, it felt right that the Mitchell brothers are reunited with their mother for the last time. Their volatile relationship made headlines in July 1997 amid reports that EastEnders bosses were considering airing a highly controversial storyline that saw Tiffany brutally raped by Grant. Despite the fact that Sharon married Grant initially, EastEnders writer Tony Jordan has revealed in The Mitchells The Full Story that the love-triangle storyline had been planned since Phil and Grant's introduction, after the writers came to the realisation that Sharon was perfect for them both. If you want to check out memorable scenes rather than episodes, theres a load over at EastEnders YouTube channel. Contents 1 Neelam Kapoor 2 Courtney Mitchell 3 Polly Becker 4 Alex Healy 5 Annie Palmer 6 Vanessa Carlton 7 Lorna Cartwright 8 Irene Raymond Gerry is a married man, but is secretly having an affair with Mary Flaherty (Melanie Clark Pullen). The EastEnders production team haven't got a clue about modern Irish society; they are living in the Dark Ages. "[7][12], Complaints were upheld by the British Broadcasting Standards Commission, who said "the intention was positive rather than negative but the result was clumsy and irritating". She is lazy and smelly; Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen) says she needs a bath. Whilst in Ireland, Maggie's lecherous husband Sean (Pat Laffin) flirts with Pauline, and is abusive to his granddaughter, Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen). Phil finds a letter in Sharon's bag that Michelle sent Peggy, revealing that Grant fathered Michelle's child, Mark Fowler Jnr (Ned Porteous) 21 years previously. EastEnders have confirmed that one major character is set to die in this week's special episodes. Grant telephones Courtney to ask to stay with her but she refuses. Executive producer, Kate Harwood, commented: "We are so pleased that Ross will be back on the show. Pauline initially likes Mary, often remarking that she is like a younger version of her mother, but they cannot live in the same house and Mary often has to find new accommodations. 25th March - Ted Hills attacks Robbie. The BBC have a good track record and this would seem to be a dodgy storyline that has somehow crept through. Classic Eastenders (28th April 1997) Report. Old-school fans were excited when UKTV revealed that the early shenanigans from Albert . Grant took great pride in being a Mitchell, his late father had a local reputation as a boxer. [33], Grant's long-awaited return eventually happened in 2005, during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. Much too unsuitable for daytime viewing surely. Follow. Just watched today's episode where Nathan leaves and the Drama Channel CUT OUT THE BEST LINE! The online home of EastEnders discussion since 1997. BBC contributor Mike Philpott described the show as "the worst case of stage 'Oirish' seen for a long time" and "one of the most shameful half-hour episodes in the history of British television". Both characters remained in the serial as regulars, moving back to the soap's setting in Albert Square to be with the new-found family. 14 Oct 2018. Sign up. 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