Dick Strawbridge shares true feelings about new home It's a pain', EastEnders spoilers: Sharon Mitchell feel for toyboy Keanu Taylor, EastEnders shake-up: BBC soap makes history due to schedule changes. The next episode started with Martin Fowler standing in the darkness, until ex-wife Sonia walked in, turned on the light, and said: Happy New Year handsome.. The cougar of Walford already has two children, of which one of them - Denny Rickman (Bleu Landau) - was tragically killed in the soaps 35th-anniversary episodes. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. The 44-year-old actress is expecting her third child with her husband Paul Stocker, having previously welcomed son Freddie in 2011 and son Gene in 2016. EastEnders: Shock reason why Ross Kemp feared 'Sharongate' return, EastEnders: Sharon star's plan for Queen Vic gay bar unearthed. All the speculation is not remotely offensive to Letitia I'm sure. Letitia Jane Dean (born 14 November 1967) is an English actress. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [28], Growing up in the public eye was hard for Dean, and the constant media attention on her appearance was especially tough. 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. A late miscarriage is defined as a miscarriage which occurs between the 14th and 24th week of pregnancy. lives in the Bedford village of Wootton. 5. But it's all a front. 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. Letitia's ex-mother in law, Joan told the Mirror: "They both wanted children, but Jason wanted to wait until he could afford it. It was no dramatic thing - they haven't found someone else. "Unfortunately, many of us fork off in different directions. Will Sharon be forced to come clean that she's also expecting? Unable to share it with anyone, she later breaks down when alone after the counselling. 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. So, what youre saying is if this remains a thing [between us], were going to have to sneak around in the shadows? Sharon asked. Just two years later she became a professional performer, landing roles on hit shows like Grange Hill and Brookside in her early teens. 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. DON'T MISSEastEnders: Sharon star's plan for Queen Vic gay bar unearthed [INSIGHT]Eastenders: Was song Something Outa Nothing released as a single? The rumours are true - EastEnders ' Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) discovers she is pregnant on Monday 10th June, leaving her in the perilous position of potentially expecting a child with. EastEnders spoilers: Walford resident tricked into arranged marriage? By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! On stage, she starred in the West End production of High School Musical in 2008, and in the UK touring production of Calendar Girls in 2010. READ MORE:Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford absence sparks uproar from ITV fans. EastEnders spoilers: Sharon to exit as Phil sparks Dennis trauma? Something went wrong, please try again later. Top 5 dramas from writer Chris Lang if you love Unforgotten, Channel 5 releases trailer for Danny Dyers first role after EastEnders in Heat, Gogglebox confirms big shake-up for 10-year anniversary special, Sophie Rundle apologises to the entire nation for THAT Happy Valley scene. Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! Denny tragically died in the explosive EastEnders episode. In 2006, Dean appeared as the wicked witch in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Deco, Northampton, taking over the role from her former EastEnders co-star, Gillian Taylforth, who pulled out due to ill health. At the moment, only Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal). 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. Known as "Queen Sharon," EastEnders star Letitia Dean has cemented her status as an icon of Albert Square over the past 35 years. Smacks myself on the forehead in disbelief. Now 48, falling pregnant later in life may also throw up dramatic fodder for Sharon. Did it to get Ben's attention after Abi discovered he is gay. "Separating was horrible and devastating, but now we're in a good place. Something went wrong, please try again later. EastEnders: Why Ross Kemp and Phil Mitchell star avoid each other. December 2008 saw Letitia Dean appear as the Wicked Queen in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, At the Grove Theatre, in Dunstable and she played the role again at the Ashcroft Theatre in Croydon in 2009. Letitia Dean husband: Is Letitia Dean married? But ahead of the secret being revealed, and the father not yet confirmed, here's all you need to know Sharon Mitchell is 49 years old on the soap, with her birthday being in October. Also listed are pregnancies involving characters who had left the series by the time of the birth. [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. In upcoming scenes, Kheerats focus will shift from Sharon to thinking about the love of his life, Chantelle Atkins (Jessica Plummer). 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. According to OK! I think, like any man, he wanted to look after his wife. It was no dramatic thing they haven't found someone else. As well as television and theatre work, Dean regularly appears in seasonal pantomimesshe and other EastEnders stars such as Steve McFadden are rumoured to have a special clause in their contracts that permits them time off from filming to star in a pantomime each year. Has Keanu really got Louise AND her stepmum knocked up? Aside from stirring drama on EastEnders, Letitia has appeared in a number of hit TV series, including medical shows Casualty and Doctors, and police drama The Bill. EastEnders spoilers: Sharon Mitchell's fate sealed as affair begins. But just how old is she and who is the father of her baby? You can unsubscribe at any time. The song, "Something Outa Nothing", reached number 12 in the UK Singles Chart in November 1986.[14]. "The baby is due late Feb time, so very likely will arrive during the 35th anniversary episodes . Express. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. Letitia and Jason tied the knot in 2002 but after six years the couple were reported to have split in. FANS are convinced they've spotted a huge pregnancy twist in a flashforward to Christmas 2023. 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But will she be forced to rethink her seductive ways when she discovers she is expecting her third child with Kheerat? As always you can unsubscribe at any time. I guess they just fell out of love for the time being.". A fan explained: She said only a couple of episodes ago that she was seven months pregnant. Letitia's big break came when she landed a role on a new BBC soap opera, named EastEnders, alongside the likes of Adam Woodyatt and Gillian Taylforth. Viewers discovered the truth last month, at long last. It will be during one of his rendezvous with his mistress that the businessman will talk about the death of his former lover. Not everyone has an ulterior motive where they want to be cruel or vindictive. It's been wonderful. 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. She's too fat, the other actors complain they can't fit on the same set with her'. Keanu Taylor is 20 years old, with his birthday in April. . Did it so that he wouldn't leave her for ex-wife. [3] She acquired a penchant for performing at an early age; both she and her older brother Stephen attended a local dance school, The Sylvia Mitchell School of Dance in, and they also performed a dance act together on stage. She also played a prostitute in the revival of Charles Dyer's 1960s play Rattle of a Simple Man at the Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham. Some women suit curves. EastEnders spoilers: Sharon Mitchell to silence Lisa Fowler? It's about being respectful to real people who have feelings. Letitia Dean. And theres me thinking I would get it for free, the businessman told her, but she reminded him he was sleeping with the owner., Yes, about that, Kheerat replied ominously, asking his older lover: You havent told anyone about us, have you?, Sharon tried to lighten the mood as she joked: Oh, dont tell me youre married and your wife and kids are coming into town?. 6. Speaking about their relationship ahead of the wedding, she told Hello! Dean's exit was announced in August 2005 and an official EastEnders press report stated that she was merely taking a scheduled break and was due back on set later in 2006;[18] however, this did not happen, and in June 2006 the BBC denied press speculation that there were any immediate plans for her to return to the series.[19]. Playing the character of Sharon Watts, the show's creators revealed they were looking for a "bouncy, attractive, oddly vulnerable young woman" and 17-year-old Letitia fit the bill. MORE : EastEnders spoilers: Gray Atkins dark side to be exposed? Edwards' syndrome is looked for in the scan pregnant women are offered on the NHS at 10-to-14 weeks. Away from EastEnders Dean has had various theatre and television roles. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. The stalwart quickly added: Im not having a dig, Im just establishing the ground rules. More info. [15] A desire to pursue other acting roles prompted Dean to leave the soap in 1995. You can unsubscribe at any time. Registered in England. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Letitia is not currently married, but she was previously married to ex-husband Jason Pethers. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Sharon is one of EastEnders ' original characters conceptualised by creators Tony Holland and Julia Smith. EastEnders spoilers: Phil Mitchell to RETURN after secret outed? Could Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters) be on double dad duties with both the women in his life? I hate people who "fat shame" or slag off an actor for their appearance but I think a lot of the time the cast are wearing the costumes for a character who doesn't have the same fashion sense/awareness as the actor! She said: "They both wanted children, but Jason wanted to wait until he could afford it. One reader will win a pair of premium tickets to see Aspects of Love at the Lyric Theatre Shaftesbury Avenue and overnight stay in one twin or double room at the Clermont Hotel, London with a 3-course meal from the table dhote menu and breakfast. You don't need to play all those games. 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. EastEnders spoilers: Sharon Mitchell makes offer Mel Owen cant refuse. At the time of their break up, Letitia was participating in the fifth series of Strictly Come Dancing. Leave us a comment onour Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFixand let us know what you think! [17] Dean's character left the serial again in January 2006. Does she have children? ", While someone else posted: "I hope #Eastenders dont make sharon reject this baby She has been through so much but this baby is another miracle too.". Who is Linda Carter in EastEnders? I think, like any man, he wanted to look after his wife. The character played by actress Kellie Bright, who is pregnant in real life, will be rushed . All characters are introduced by the show's senior executive producer, Kate Oates, and executive producer, Jon Sen. Speaking to Hello magazine in 2001, she explained: "Backache had a lot to do with that decision too. Statistics state that only 4% of women fall pregnant over the age of 45, and less than 1% at 49 . Its been forever!, Another joked: Feels like she been up the duff forever and he/she will pop out older than Denny.. The first character to be introduced in 2021 is Caleb Malone (Ben Freeman), who joined as part of a storyline involving Chelsea Fox (Zaraah . Many of Dean's fellow castmates from EastEnders (past and present) attended the wedding. One watcher said: "My biggest concern right now is sharon and my 2nd biggest is that baby. However, 2005 saw her scoop up the coveted award for outstanding achievement at the Inside Soap awards, paying tribute to her legacy on Albert Square. Keanu and Sharon are back on in EastEnders - Ben to catch them together; . [20] Dean and Bennett were voted out in the quarter-finals (week 10), one week before the semi-final. Born and raised in Watford, Linda Carter is no stranger to life as a landlady. The plot, nicknamed 'Sharongate', gave the soap one of its highest episode ratings in October 1994, watched by over 25.3 million viewers. "[11], Dean's character Sharon, the troubled and spoilt adopted daughter of landlords "Dirty" Den (Leslie Grantham) and Angie Watts (Anita Dobson), from the show's inception in 1985 until 1995 Sharon becoming one of the most popular and long-running characters in the serial. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. I could be tempted, he replied, before telling his mistress her new establishment was looking good as a euphemism in order to compliment her. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Some women choose to terminate their pregnancy if Edwards' syndrome is diagnosed. She is best known for her portrayal of Sharon Watts in the BBC soap opera, EastEnders. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Sharon declares her love to an ex in . I wasnt expecting you here, Sharon said as she clocked her toyboy walking down the stairs, to which she added: Come in for a quick session, have you?. [34], In June 2022, when accepting an award at The British Soap Awards, Dean revealed that her father had died and she dedicated the award to him. 2022 Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. She competed against former EastEnders stars, Louisa Lytton (Ruby Allen, 20052006, 2018), and Matt Di Angelo (Deano Wicks, 20062008, 20142016). 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. Linda's mum, Elaine, owns a pub in which Linda grew up in. MORE : Do Ben Mitchell and Halfway get together in EastEnders? Commenting on her experience, Dean said "It's been incredible. There is no cure. Fellow EastEnders actresses Jessie Wallace and Kacey Ainsworth were also nominated. ", Speaking on Secrets from the Square earlier this year, he co-star Adam added: "It was just vile, and it wouldn't be accepted now.". The character had already thought of Dennis, who was her son with the late Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) as her miracle baby, discovering she was pregnant on Christmas Day 2005 after years of thinking she was unable to conceive. 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