Has the EastEnders timeline confused you? Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Over the years, Letitia has been nominated for a number of awards for her dazzling performance on the soap, but has lost out to fellow soap actors. Letitia Jane Dean (born 14 November 1967) is an English actress. But it's all a front. Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! In upcoming scenes, Kheerats focus will shift from Sharon to thinking about the love of his life, Chantelle Atkins (Jessica Plummer). [31], Her older brother, Stephen J. You don't need to play all those games. EastEnders will air baby fears for pregnant Linda Carter next week, as spoilers confirm she collapses. Although, I really doubt it. Letitia Dean. She is best known for her portrayal of Sharon Watts in the BBC soap opera, EastEnders. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 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A fan explained: She said only a couple of episodes ago that she was seven months pregnant. Letitia and Jason tied the knot in 2002 but after six years the couple were reported to have split in. [35], In 1997, Dean along with Susan Tully, were involved with the Third World charity, Plan International, and were sent to a remote village in Senegal to help highlight one of the organisation's aid projects designed to bring running water to drought hit areas.[36]. Since their separation, Letitia has yet to go public with another romance. It's also not known if Phil or Keanu is the baby's dad just yet, while it's been hinted her fling will be the father. [32] As well as acting, Dean is a keen singer (with a mezzo-soprano voice) and tap dancer. [10], In 1984, Dean auditioned to play one of the original characters in BBC One's brand new soap opera, EastEndersshe was selected for an interview on the strength of a photograph alone. Denny tragically died in the explosive EastEnders episode. Dean, is also a performer; they have appeared together on stage in several pantomimes. However, sneaking around was exactly how Sharon became pregnant with Keanus child, so will history repeat itself once more? Danny Walters, the actor who plays Keanu, turned 26 earlier this month. By her 30s she considered herself to be a lot more comfortable in her own skin, and far more relaxed about public interest than she used to be as a teenager, commenting: "I have stopped pleasing people and I'm calmer and more self assured than I've ever been. [17] Dean's character left the serial again in January 2006. She was born in England under the sign of Scorpio. READ MORE:Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford absence sparks uproar from ITV fans. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page - we'd love to hear from you. Shes already mother to son Dennis, who was born in 2006 but recently told Louise (Tilly Keeper) that she had struggled with fertility issues after falling pregnant with ex-husband Grant Mitchells baby and having it aborted. People have been banging on about Letitia's weight and looks for years (to me, there's nothing odd, wrong or mysterious about it). This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Sharon Mitchell, wife of Phil Mitchell, had ended the affair months ago, only for her and Keanu to sleep together again recently. [28], Growing up in the public eye was hard for Dean, and the constant media attention on her appearance was especially tough. Sharon declares her love to an ex in . Exposure at such a young age came with its downfalls, as Letitia confessed to undergoing a breast reduction in her teens as she grew self-conscious about her figure. In a double baby twist, Keanu also learned this week his girlfriend Louise is also pregnant Louise being Sharon's stepdaughter. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. Sharon is 48 years old so while she might be on the old side to have a baby, its certainly possible for her to have one. "I guess they just fell out of love for the time being.". So, what youre saying is if this remains a thing [between us], were going to have to sneak around in the shadows? Sharon asked. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Viewers discovered the truth last month, at long last. A song penned for the pair as part of a plotline in EastEnders (known as The Banned) prompted the BBC to release the song as a single. You can unsubscribe at any time. Sharon and Grant's relationship started back in 1990, and by the following year, the couple were the owners of The Queen Vic, Sharon's former childhood home. EastEnders spoilers: Sharon and Keanus blackmailer revealed? The Mitchells take a long overdue family therapy session on Tuesday 11th June, partly to address the violent behaviour of delinquent Dennis (Bleu Landau), but Sharon struggles to keep her emotions in check as she privately digests her baby bombshell. She starred in two series of the BBC drama The Hello Girls, set in a Derby telephone exchange in the 1960s; medical dramas Casualty and Doctors; the ITV police drama The Bill; romantic comedy Lucy Sullivan Is Getting Married, and the Channel 4 sitcom Drop the Dead Donkey as a weathergirl. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Born in Hertfordshire, Letitia got a taste of show-business early on in life, when she joined The Sylvia Mitchell School of Dance with her brother Stephen. Unfortunately, the duo was knocked out of the competition in week 10, but not before Letitia impressed the nation with her dancing skills. The first character to be introduced in 2021 is Caleb Malone (Ben Freeman), who joined as part of a storyline involving Chelsea Fox (Zaraah . All the speculation is not remotely offensive to Letitia I'm sure. Letitia Dean, 52 is best known for her role on the long-running BBC soap, Eastenders where she played Sharon Watts. These were: NOTE: Please do not add content from the BBC iPlayer's early episodes until it has been aired on television, as it is intrusive to our readers who may not have seen the episode on iPlayer. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. [INSIGHT]. Also listed are pregnancies involving characters who had left the series by the time of the birth. She is also the mother of Dennis Rickman and Albie Watts and the grandmother of Alyssa Lennox. Is Sam Mitchell Pregnant: Sam Mitchell in EastEnders announces pregnancy after proposal. Many of Dean's fellow castmates from EastEnders (past and present) attended the wedding. Sharon will begin to understand just how much her lover is hurting, but might hold off from calling things off when she starts to show the signs of being pregnant. knows about her sons dalliance with the EastEnders stalwart, so most of Walford is still unaware that the former landlady of the Queen Vic has a new man on her arm. he's come in to the world the day his brother left it and he will always be tainted to sharon. An original cast member from 1985 to 1995, she reprised the role from 2001 to 2006, and again from 2012 onwards. EastEnders has entertained viewers for decades since it first broadcast on the BBC back in 1985, and since then the characters have been involved in many romances.. Youre going to have to try harder than that if you want a discount on your membership, the gym owner remarked. All characters are introduced by the show's senior executive producer, Kate Oates, and executive producer, Jon Sen. But what about the soap stars' relationships in real life? But with Martin and Sonia celebrating New Years Day 24 hours later than the rest of the country, some fans took to Twitter to express their confusion. The insider went on to say: "She tries to make a lot of jokes to try and cover up how vulnerable she is feeling. Linda's mum, Elaine, owns a pub in which Linda grew up in. Letitia Dean husband: Letitia has said while the split was horrible at first but they are now on good terms. Published: Thursday, 13th June 2019 at 6:32 pm. Secretly researching abortion clinics on Thursday 13th June, Sharon is stopped in her tracks when hubby Phil catches her. Letitia started acting as a child, eventually appearing on TV shows from the age of 12, Letitia is one of the longest-running cast members on EastEnders, Letitia partnered with Darren Bennett on the 2007 series of Strictly Come Dancing, Letitia's impressive EastEnders salary is a rumoured 150,000 per year, Letitia appeared on Strictly around the same time as her split from husband Jason. I'm bored, fed up and totally peeved with these threads. Fans will have to wait and see what happens next when EastEnders returns next week. After five years of marriage, the former flames announced their split in 2007, shortly before Letitia appeared on Strictly. The stalwart quickly added: Im not having a dig, Im just establishing the ground rules. Sharon is Pregnant with Keanu's Baby! Leave us a comment onour Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFixand let us know what you think! At the same time the youngster died, the stalwart gave birth to her second son, Albie, who she conceived with Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters). A fan explained: "She said only a couple of episodes ago that she was seven months pregnant. "If you pay attention to the papers, I've been engaged and married more times than Elizabeth Taylor, but the truth is I've wanted this before and I've never felt this way about anyone before.". We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. And he made it very clear to me he and I cant do business if you and I [are sleeping together], he continued to explain. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. The Ruby Allen actress, who is expecting her first child with fianc Ben Bhanvra, announced on Instagram on. Read more: EastEnders fans furious Phil and Keanu didnt have a showdown. Mirroring the actress' real-life pregnancy, it was recently revealed in the BBC One soap opera that her character Linda is also pregnant. At the moment, only Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal). One asked: Why are they acting like its New Years Day? Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! EastEnders spoilers: Sharon Mitchell's fate sealed as affair begins. You're also being incredibly. [17] In 2001 she starred as Snow White at the Orchard in Dartford; and in 2004 she starred in Jack and the Beanstalk at the Birmingham Hippodrome, alongside British comedians Joe Pasquale and Don Maclean. In the context of the programme, a late miscarriage is separated from other miscarriages when the baby is given a full name and is otherwise treated in the same way as a stillborn. If youd like to join in, please sign in or register. MORE : Do Ben Mitchell and Halfway get together in EastEnders? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Sharon's new son appeared to be delivered already cleaned up and not looking much like a newborn, as fans took to social media to comment and also speculated on the future of Sharon's relationship with the tot following older brother Dennis's death. Many EastEnders viewers are sharing their theories about Denise Fox on a Digital Spy forum. The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the British soap opera EastEnders in 2021, by order of first appearance. "She had a lot more money than him. It will be during one of his rendezvous with his mistress that the businessman will talk about the death of his former lover. She is one of three remaining original cast members, along with Gillian Taylforth and Jane Slaughter. Privacy Policy, EastEnders pulled from BBC One tonight and tomorrow, EastEnders spoilers: TonyClayreveals significant changes for Callum Highways character in new story, EastEnders spoilers: Zack and Whitneys tragic final goodbye to lost baby Peach, EastEnders spoilers: Ravi Gulati involved in major organised crime case as Jack Branning investigates, EastEnders spoilers: Lola and Jay secretly beg Ben for help with money crisis. Believing this means Lou has changed her mind about progressing with her own pregnancy, despite getting back with Keanu, the Mitchell patriarch demands answers from his anxious wife. Sealing their romantic reunion with a kiss and the hope of a happy ever after, at that very moment Sharon is staring at a positive pregnancy and panicking. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Smacks myself on the forehead in disbelief. She made her first appearance on 19 December 2013. It's about being respectful to real people who have feelings. Her character has seen it all, from scandalous affairs with the Mitchell brothers fondly known as Sharongate to having a baby with her step-daughter's boyfriend earlier this year. Sharon (played by Letitia Dean) has been enjoying a secret affair with Kheerat (Jaz Deol) for several weeks after the unlikely duo sought comfort in one another over their hardships. Letitia spoke of how she and Jason's lives were going in different directions. EastEnders: Shock reason why Ross Kemp feared 'Sharongate' return, EastEnders: Sharon star's plan for Queen Vic gay bar unearthed. By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Did it to get Ben's attention after Abi discovered he is gay. Its an even bigger shock for Sharon given her age, and the fact she believed she was unable to get pregnant due to fertility issues. She first appeared in the first episode broadcast on 19 February 1985 as the teenage adopted daughter of pub landlords Den ( Leslie Grantham) and Angie Watts ( Anita Dobson ). Letitia Dean/Sharon looks just fine to me.. Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "Unfortunately, many of us fork off in different directions. EastEnders Louises exit storyline revealed? [13], While appearing on EastEnders, Dean forayed into singing with her fellow EastEnders castmate, Paul Medford (who played Kelvin Carpenter). unexpectedly discovers that shes pregnant. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Jason's mum Joan told Daily Mirror the couple decided to split because Letitia wanted children, while her husband preferred to wait before watching their family grow. Magazine, Letitia's salary is a rumoured 150,000 per year, thanks to her starring role on the soap. Will Sharon be forced to come clean that she's also expecting? "Separating was horrible and devastating, but now we're in a good place. Sharon and Kheerat, no, just no. [15] A desire to pursue other acting roles prompted Dean to leave the soap in 1995. "By the time you reach your thirties you know what you want and what you don't want, and you're lucky if you find someone who is looking for the same thing who doesn't have baggage. Its been forever!, Another joked: Feels like she been up the duff forever and he/she will pop out older than Denny.. Six . "She needs constant reassurance, and because of this, she is sometimes hard work to be around. She says her self-confidence was damaged during this time, and this, as well as back pain, contributed to her decision to get a breast reduction in her teens. Not everyone has an ulterior motive where they want to be cruel or vindictive. Sharon fell pregnant with Keanu Taylors baby early last summer, after their final one night stand months after their affair ended. Lol.". No, its Ben [Mitchell - Max Bowden], the businessman told Sharon, adding: Weve got a few work things going [on]. [3] A trained singer, she played the lead female, Sandy, in the stage musical Grease, and she also sang with a rock group called "The Young Uns", which toured the country supporting stage acts such as Bobby Davro and Tom O'Connor. Her other television roles include Grange Hill (19831984), Brookside (1984), The Hello Girls (19961998), and Lucy Sullivan Is Getting Married (19992000). We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "The baby is due late Feb time, so very likely will arrive during the 35th anniversary episodes . EastEnders spoilers: Linda's reaction to Sharon confession angers fans. She's starting to wear a lot of dark clothing and the camera doesn's show her entire body and she is either sitting down or covers it with some. How very grown-up of him, the stalwart hit back, with her lover saying: Im not going to let him dictate who I spend time with., DON'T MISSEastEnders' Jessie Wallace baffles fans with comment on co-star's post[COMMENT]Ex-EastEnders' star Rita Simons 'lost a stone' amid split from husband[COMMENT]Adam Woodyatt says EastEnders co-star apologised for bathroom scene[COMMENT]. Letitia does not currently have any children, although in the past Letitia has spoken of her want for children. Dean was born in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire to parents Leslie (a tailor) and Ellie Dean, in a cottage rented on the estate of English romantic novelist Barbara Cartland, known as Camfield Place. EastEnders star Louisa Lytton has been speaking about the difficulty of filming Ruby Allen's miscarriage storyline during her real-life pregnancy. Hearing Keanu plans to leave town, Louise dashes after her ex and confirms she never went through with her abortion and is still having their baby. ", Another fan of the show tweeted: "Thinking about how denny died thinking sharon lied to him about going away and how he's never going to his little brother and how painful it'll be for sharon knowing her baby's birthday will always be the day her other baby died. 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