List of EastEnders characters (2005)
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the UK BBC soap opera EastEnders in 2005, by order of first appearance.
Johnny Allen
Johnny Allen, played by
Reverend Stevens
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Portrayed by | Michael Keating | ||||||
Duration | 2005–2013, 2015–2017 | ||||||
First appearance | Episode 2869 10 January 2005 | ||||||
Last appearance | Episode 5571 28 September 2017 | ||||||
Classification | Former; recurring | ||||||
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The Reverend George Stevens,[1] played by Michael Keating, is a recurring character who is the vicar in Walford. His first appearance was in the episode originally broadcast on 10 January 2005, being introduced by executive producer Kathleen Hutchison, and he has appeared in at least one episode every year until 2014, when he does not appear at all throughout the year. He returns in April 2015 until his exit on 28 September 2017 when he retires.
He first appears to discuss
In March 2009, he arranges plans for
In October 2011, he conducts a funeral of a local man, but Dot's half-sister,
He, Dot and Rose later attend a Mayoral banquet, and on their return to Walford, they announce that the Olympic torch for the
In April 2013, Stevens visits Dot to ask why she has not attended Mass on Easter Sunday. Her friend Fatboy (Ricky Norwood) tells Stevens that Dot is about to lose her home, so Stevens convinces her that she has not sinned in the eyes of God.[2] He conducts Michael's funeral in November 2013.[3] He appoints Dot as Church Warden and gets her to raise funds to fix the church roof. He appears on Christmas Eve to conduct a carol service.
Stevens conducts the funeral of
In September 2017, he retires and moves to Australia to live with his daughter and is replaced by Irene Mills (Melanie Kilburn).
Amanda Parry
Amanda Parry | |||||
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EastEnders character | |||||
Portrayed by | Sarah Preston | ||||
First appearance | Episode 2885 7 February 2005 | ||||
Last appearance | Episode 2998 23 August 2005 | ||||
Classification | Former; recurring | ||||
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Amanda Parry, played by
A few months later, after Den's death, Chrissie is desperate to get full control of the pub (to sell it) and asks Amanda for help. Amanda returns to Walford, at which time Chrissie tells her that Den has run off with another woman and is in hiding again. Amanda wants to track him down, but Chrissie convinces her that it will take a long time to find him, and that she cannot stand to live in The Queen Victoria any longer, as Den's children Sharon (Letitia Dean) and Dennis (Nigel Harman) have returned. Amanda is aware of the way Den placed Sharon above all others, including Chrissie, and is resentful of her presence. Chrissie forges Den's signature on papers that give her full control of the pub, getting Amanda, after much hesitancy, to sign as a witness. Amanda then leaves Walford, taking the papers to lodge at court and Chrissie puts the pub up for sale.
Tina Stewart
Tina Stewart | |
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EastEnders character | |
Portrayed by | Charlotte Avery |
First appearance | Episode 2906 15 March 2005 |
Last appearance | Episode 3038 1 November 2005 |
Classification | Former; regular |
Tina Stewart is played by Charlotte Avery.
Tina is the girlfriend of
Ruby Allen
Ruby Allen, played by
Margaret Wilson
Margaret Wilson | |
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EastEnders character | |
Portrayed by | Rebecca Miller (adoptive) |
Margaret Wilson, played by
Margaret is first seen when Sonia visits her (under the name "Pamela") to see Rebecca. Margaret discovers that Sonia is Rebecca's biological mother, but after initially being hostile, she allows Sonia, along with Martin and Martin's mother Pauline (Wendy Richard) to continue to visit Rebecca. On 15 December 2005, Margaret admits that she is getting tired so she lets Pauline, Martin and Sonia look after Rebecca for Christmas 2005. On 1 May 2006, Margaret visits Sonia to tell her she wants her and Martin to be Rebecca's legal guardians. Just days later, she is disgusted with Sonia, as she discovers that Sonia has left Martin and lied about being together. Sonia later visits Margaret, who is almost convinced to allow Sonia back into Rebecca's life, until Sonia tells Margaret she is in a relationship with another woman, Naomi Julien (Petra Letang). The next day, Martin visits Margaret and convinces her that Rebecca would be more secure with him and Pauline. On 1 June 2006, Martin receives a phone call to say Margaret has died. Margaret's funeral is on Monday 12 June 2006.
Michael Rawlins
Michael Rawlins | |||||
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Portrayed by | Melvyn Hayes | ||||
First appearance | Episode 2938 10 May 2005 | ||||
Last appearance | Episode 2960 17 June 2005 | ||||
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Michael Rawlins, played by
Trisha Taylor
Trisha Taylor | |
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EastEnders character | |
Portrayed by | Aleesha Miller |
Trisha Taylor, played by
Murphy previously appeared in EastEnders in 1991 playing the character of
Naomi Julien
Naomi Julien, played by
Joe Macer
Joe Macer, played by
Dawn Swann
Dawn Swann, played by
Mike Swann
Mike Swann | |
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EastEnders character | |
Portrayed by | Summer Swann |
Mike Swann is played by Mark Wingett.
Mike is the ex-husband of Rosie Miller (Gerry Cowper), and father of Mickey Miller (Joe Swash) and Dawn Swann (Kara Tointon). Mike deserted his family when Dawn was six and Mickey was three.
Dawn tracked her father down and went to live with him in France years later. She invites Mickey to visit, not telling him about Mike. Mickey takes
He arrives in Walford on Christmas Day 2005, following the illness of his mother Nora Swann (Pamela Cundell). He is then persuaded to stay at the Millers' house by Dawn after he reveals he is penniless and has nowhere to stay. Keith Miller (David Spinx) doesn't like that Mike is staying and constantly tries to get him out. Mike stays on the Millers' sofa, where Darren Miller (Charlie G. Hawkins) has hidden a large sum of money he has found. Mike discovers the money and steals it, suggesting to Keith that he buys a new sofa as the old one is in poor condition. The old sofa is then burnt on a bonfire and the family believe the money has been destroyed.
Mike eventually finds a job as a manager of
Amy
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Portrayed by | Nina Fry | ||||
Duration | 2005–2006 | ||||
First appearance | Episode 3029 17 October 2005 | ||||
Last appearance | Episode 3089 24 January 2006 | ||||
Classification | Former; recurring | ||||
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Amy, played by
Ritchie Scott
Ritchie Scott | |||||||
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Portrayed by | Sian Webber | ||||||
Duration | 2005–2012, 2014–2016, 2018–2020, 2022–present | ||||||
First appearance | Episode 3032 21 October 2005 | ||||||
Classification | Present; recurring | ||||||
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Ritchie Scott, played by
Ritchie is first seen when she visits Phil's mother Peggy Mitchell (Barbara Windsor) and gives her information and advice about Phil's upcoming trial for armed robbery. In November 2005, Ritchie gives Phil advice about his sister Sam's (Kim Medcalf) arrest for the murder of Den Watts (Leslie Grantham), and in April 2006 advises him on his custody battle for his son, Ben (Charlie Jones), with Ben's older half brother Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt), following their mother Kathy's (Gillian Taylforth) supposed death. In 2006, she works alongside Stella Crawford (Sophie Thompson), who meets with Phil when Ritchie isn't available.
Phil re-hires Ritchie in January 2007 to represent
In September 2009, upon the return of Sam (now played by
In December 2011, Phil re-hires Ritchie when he is arrested for Kevin's murder after Denise Fox (Diane Parish) hands in a copy of Jack's recording. She returns soon after to warn Phil to flee the country as the police are coming to arrest him. Although she does not know why, it is for Stella's murder. In March 2012, Phil's partner Shirley Carter (Linda Henry) confronts Ritchie because Phil is going to plead guilty to the manslaughter of Stella. Ritchie informs Shirley that Phil was attacked in prison. After Ian reveals to the police that Ben had lied about Stella's murder, Ritchie informs Shirley of Phil's release from prison.
In April 2012, Ritchie represents Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) when he is arrested on suspicion of the murder of Heather Trott (Cheryl Fergison) after he is found in possession of a large amount of money, which the police suspect he stole from her before she died, though this is not true. Ritchie convinces Phil to tell the police that he loaned the money to Billy and he is later released on bail. In August 2012, Ben (now Joshua Pascoe) confesses to Heather's murder. Ben refuses to let Ritchie represent him, which angers Phil. She is present when Phil's family are interviewed, and later informs Phil that Ben could face a minimum of 10 years in prison.
Ritchie returns, in March 2014, when she sorts out the contract for Phil and
In May 2014, Phil asks Ritchie to contact Ben in prison to convince him to see Phil and grant him a visiting order, but Ritchie tells Phil that Ben had been released from prison the previous month. In July, Ritchie gives Billy legal advice when he is accused of involvement in the murder of
In January 2015, Ritchie appears when Phil is charged with attempting to murder his cousin Ronnie Mitchell (Samantha Womack) by cutting the breaks on her car. Ritchie informs Phil's family of the charges against him and tells Sharon that Phil wants her to visit him in prison. The following day, Ritchie refuses to help the Mitchells further as she hasn't been paid and offers to pass Phil's case files to another solicitor, which angers Sharon who accuses Ritchie of being disloyal. Two weeks later, Sharon contacts Ritchie and convinces her to take on Phil's case again after promising to come up with the money Ritchie is owed.
In April, Phil meets up with Ritchie after stealing her client book from her office. He threatens to reveal her criminal clients if she does not clear the Mitchell's debt with her. Ritchie reluctantly agrees to Phil's demands and he gives her the client book back. Phil then hires her to represent
In July 2015, Ritchie represents Ben (now
In March 2016, Ben and Ronnie contact Ritchie when they attempt to seize control of Phil's businesses as he continues to behave erratically, and Phil throws them out of his house when he discovers what they are planning. Ritchie tells Ronnie that there is nothing she can do and Phil shouts at her as she gets in her car to leave. After Phil destroys the car lot with a digger and is arrested, Ritchie brings him home from the police station the following day. In April, Ritche reappears when Jay is arrested for having a relationship with an underage girl. Ritchie refuses to represent him, but advises him to speak to the duty solicitor and informs the Mitchells that Jay is being charged with possession of indecent images of a child. In May, Sharon hires Ritchie to represent
Ritchie returns in September 2018 to help the Carters free
Ritchie appears in January 2022 to defend Phil against Keeble's investigation into his involvement in the death of
Ritchie gives her full name as "Richmal" when confirming her presence at one of Phil's recorded police interviews. Although no further details are given about her personal life, Ritchie references "the missus" in one episode, suggesting she is either a lesbian or bisexual.
Sid
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Portrayed by | Trevor Peacock Zac McGuire (flashback) | ||||
Appears in | Episode 3044 11 November 2005 | ||||
Classification | Former; guest | ||||
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Sid appears in the 11 November 2005 Normandy/Remembrance Day episode, both in the flashbacks, played by Zac McGuire, and in the present day action, played by Trevor Peacock.
In the flashbacks, Sid joins the army aged 16, lying about his age (he pretended to be 18) to become a "hero". He is consoled by
Honey Mitchell
Honey Mitchell, played by
Corky
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Portrayed by | Uncredited | ||||
Duration | 2005, 2008 | ||||
First appearance | Episode 3069/3070 25 December 2005 | ||||
Last appearance | Episode 3621 29 July 2008 | ||||
Classification | Former; recurring | ||||
Breed | Galah | ||||
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Corky is a Galah parrot that is bought by Mo Harris (Laila Morse) on 25 December 2005, after she mistakenly believed she was buying a cheap turkey for Christmas dinner. Mo subsequently keeps Corky as a pet. On 29 July 2008, Corky escapes from his cage and out the window whilst Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons) is trying on her wedding dress after her dog Albert opens Corky's cage. Roxy unsuccessfully chases after Corky, climbing up on to the roof to catch him but gets stuck up there when the ladder falls to the ground. A furious Mo creates "Missing Parrot" posters with a £200 reward and tells Roxy that she will be paying the reward money. Corky is not seen again.[8]
Nora Swann
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EastEnders character | |
Portrayed by | Mike Swann |
Grandsons | Mickey Miller |
Granddaughters | Dawn Swann |
Nora Swann, played by Pamela Cundell, appears in five episodes between December 2005 and February 2006. She is introduced as the ill mother of Mike Swann (Mark Wingett).
She first appears when Mike's former wife and daughter, Rosie Miller (Gerry Cowper) and Dawn Swann (Kara Tointon), visit her in hospital. She gets on well with Rosie and Dawn but doesn't appear to get on well with Mike. Her illness is the reason Mike comes to Walford and stays with the Millers. She dies on 16 February 2006 of pneumonia with Rosie at her side.[9]
Others
Character | Date(s) | Actor | Circumstances |
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DC Mitch Cowen | 21–25 February (2 episodes) |
Tristan Gemmill | A police officer who investigates the suspicious death of Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs), who was pushed from a flyover by Johnny Allen (Billy Murray). He interviews Johnny and his associate Jake Moon (Joel Beckett), but the eventual outcome of the investigation is that Andy committed suicide. |
Mr Bremner | 3 March 2005 | Colin Gourley | ), respectively. Sam is further enraged when Andy leaves her with nothing but his wedding ring along with an insulting final message. |
DC Bull | 19 September 2005-2 January 2006 (2 episodes) |
Adam Astill | A Detective Constable who speaks to Den Watts' (Leslie Grantham) widow, Chrissie (Tracy-Ann Oberman) to inform her that Den's body is ready for release. On New Year's Day, Bull and DS Maggie Wilson (Heather Bleasdale) ask Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and his mother, Peggy (Barbara Windsor) for information about Dennis Rickman's (Nigel Harman) murder at midnight. |
William Moon | 11 November | Dickon Tolson[10] | Alfie Moon's (Shane Richie) late grandfather who is seen in flashbacks of 1944. William married Victoria Montgomery (Hilda Braid) in 1943 and left to fight in World War II when she was two months pregnant. Two months after Victoria gave birth to their son, Alfred Moon in 1944, William was killed in Normandy. |
Alfred Moon | 11 November | Uncredited[10] | Alfie Moon's (Shane Richie) late father who is seen in flashbacks of his birth on 18 April 1944. His father William (Dickon Tolson) was killed in World War II and his mother Victoria (Hilda Braid) raised him alone. Alfred later married a woman named Cherry and they had two sons, Alfie (born 1964) and Spencer (Christopher Parker) (born 1983). Alfred and Cherry were killed in a car accident on Shrove Tuesday 1988, leaving their sons orphaned. |
Dr Isla McCulloch | 29 November– 1 December (2 episodes) |
Danielle Lydon | A doctor who is called by Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) who is worried about his Nana's (Hilda Braid) deteriorating health. She offers him help, but he declines, telling her he can look after Nana by himself.[11] In December, Isla visits Nana again, only to be seen by Alfie's estranged wife Kat (Jessie Wallace), who presumes that the doctor is Alfie's new lover. Kat later sees her in The Queen Victoria pub with another man, and confronts her. Isla reveals that she is Nana's doctor, and that the other man is her husband, Callum (Julian Harries).[12] |
Callum McCulloch | 1 December | Julian Harries | The husband of Victoria Moon's (Hilda Braid) doctor. When Victoria's grandson Alfie's (Shane Richie) estranged wife Kat (Jessie Wallace) sees Alfie and Isla together, she presumes that they are a couple. She sees Isla and Callum together and confronts them. Isla then reveals that she is Nana's doctor, not Alfie's lover.[12]
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Abby Bryant | 8 December | Charlotte McDonagh | The best friend of Vicky Pollard ", which Abby responds to by making fun of Jean, calling her "retarded" and "a sket". Stacey severs ties with Abby after this and doesn't see her again.
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Dominic Morton | 9 December | William Neenan | The prosecution lawyer at Pam St. Clement ), who Janine was with when Laura died, tells him that she can give Janine an alibi after previously lying and saying she hadn't seen Janine.
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- ^ Sara Wallis; Ian Hyland (12 June 2020). "100 Best EastEnders characters ever". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 20 October 2023.
- ^ Lindsay, Duncan (30 March 2020). "EastEnders spoilers: Lawyer Ritchie Scott returns to save arrested Phil Mitchell". Metro. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^ "Sean disappears before his wedding". Digital Spy. 22 July 2008. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
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- ^ a b Director: Paul Wroblewski; Executive Producer: Kate Harwood; Writer: Sarah Phelps (11 November 2005). "Episode dated 11/11/2005". EastEnders. BBC. BBC One.
- ^ "Naomi's heart breaks", BBC. Retrieved 28 March 2007.
- ^ a b "Sonia spills the beans", BBC. Retrieved 28 March 2007.