Max was the love of her life, but his affair with Stacey destroyed their marriage, and nearly destroyed her. The recovering drug addict - who is played by actress Tanya. It was at this stage that the producers made a decision to write the majority of the Jackson family out. Billy continually apologises but she tells him that all she wants is honesty presents are immaterial. . Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. On her 36th birthday, Sonia meets Tom "Rocky" Cotton (Brian Conley) who is masquerading as her father, Terry but is actually working in cahoots with Dotty Cotton (Milly Zero) to con Sonia who is in control of Dotty inheritance since Sonia has power of attorney. Martin is frantic, but days later Sonia returns and she is arrested on a murder charge; however, that same night Dot uncovers the identity of Pauline's real murderer Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks), who had argued with Pauline on Christmas Day and struck her over the head, causing her death. Cora is shocked when Ava says her name, and is angry at Tanya, disowning her. Winter Love Island fans have been left 'confused' after realising that Shaq Muhammad and Tanya Manhenga are "not boyfriend and girlfriend". [39], "EXCLUSIVE: NO ANGEL JO OFF TO ALBERT SQ", "Producer's Perspective 2009: Diederick Santer", "First Pic: Jo Joyner returns to 'EastEnders', "Walford's Jo Joyner reveals burial script shock", "Jo Joyner set for EastEnders return - Inside Media Track", "EastEnders: Tanya Branning returns in shock twist", "EastEnders star was "nervous" about surprise Christmas Day return", "Digital Spy Soap Awards 2008: Jo Joyner", "2012 All About Soap Awards full nominations list", "All About Soap Awards 2012: Full winners list", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tanya_Branning&oldid=1132636964, This page was last edited on 9 January 2023, at 20:38. Patsy Palmer, who returned to EastEnders as Sonia's sister Bianca, publicly called for the actress's return: "I would love her to come back. After Ricky and Bianca's wedding, Sonia decides she must make a fresh start with Martin and leaves again. Rainie and Stuart are overcome with emotion upon setting their sights on the little. Everyone's so pleased to have them back. Sonia has been featured in storylines including affairs, feuds, bereavements, family problems, teenage pregnancy and a cancer scare. Her daughter survives and is named Cindy by Ian, in her mother's honour. Meanwhile, Jack's incredulous when he missed the final shot of the pool game. During the conversation, she reveals that she is taking part in a fashion course in Manchester and asks Max if Oscar can move in with him for a while, as he would be stuck with a nanny most of the time if he went with her, due to Tanya's commitment to the course. "[3] The family returned for Bianca's second wedding to Ricky Butcher as part of the show's 25th anniversary. Max agrees to come down but Lauren and Abi slip and fall off the roof. Doctors had just revealed to them that their daughter's existence is not legally recognised as Whitney's pregnancy did not reach past 24 weeks. Julia Smith said it would change my life. The episodes were shown live, and Joyner accidentally referred to Ian by his actor's name.[29]. Sahid Nagar, Bhubaneswar, 754206 The 31-year-old, who plays Tanya Branning in the soap, delivered a boy and a girl late last month. Joyner admitted she was so thrilled to finally be pregnant, she didn't even complain about her severe morning sickness. I've been wanting to be pregnant for so long you can't really complain.'. Bookmark EastEnders star Jo Joyner, who played Tanya Branning on the BBC soap, has teased her potential return after nearly three years. on and off since 2007, but returned most recently in 2015, but will apparently leave the show in a story where her character leaves Albert Square with her baby Roland. [5] Cassidy made two guest stints during her maternity leave, on 25 December 2016 via webcam and for a three episode arc from 14 to 18 April 2017. Sonia blames Dot's new lodger Stuart Highway (Ricky Champ) for the attack and threatens to report him to the police if she comes anywhere near No. Joyner said that it is a privilege to be given any sort of serious storyline and a real responsibility. "Sonia Jackson" redirects here. Inside EastEnders star Kellie Bright's family life as she gives birth to her third child Kellie Bright is best known as Linda Carter on BBC's EastEnders and has had a rocky road on the soap. Sonia and Robbie, who has also returned, move in with Dot to help care for her. Their slow introduction was a deliberate attempt by the programme makers to introduce the whole family over a long period. Devastated, Sonia announces this in the Queen Victoria pub and although she puts on a brave face, she breaks down in private. Later, when Tanya and baby are safely in hospital, Stacey and Bradley visit and Stacey and Max agree to move on. The 31-year-old, who plays Tanya Branning in the soap, delivered a boy and a girl late last month. She's also appeared in a number of other big TV shows over the years including starring roles in Family Affairs, The Bill , Broadchurch , and teen drama Skins . It's full on but it's just been a whirlwind. [16], On 26 June 2011, it was announced by EastEnders that Tanya will feature in a cervical cancer storyline. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, Zoe Ball and Norman Cook are the 'happiest parents' as they welcome baby Nelly May Lois, Reality TV star Kourtney Kardashian proudly shows off her newborn son Mason, I'm pregnant! Jo, who was last on the show in February 2018, said she. Cora tells Max that Tanya does not want him present. There's no way she wants to give Abi up in any . She later reprised the role again in 2017 for four episodes, appearing between 25 December 2017 and 16 February 2018. ", In a July 2008 interview with the Sunday People, Joyner revealed that she was disappointed that Tanya's wild child past had not been explored more in the aftermath of her character burying Max alive, saying "I didn't think Tanya would be as mumsy at first. After realising Cindy is guilty, Nick leaves her without any money for a lawyer. EastEnders fans are begging soap producers to let Whitney Dean "be happy for once", following heartbreaking news about her and Zack Hudson's baby.. Zack and Whitney recently learnt that their unborn baby had Edwards Syndrome, with the couple making the difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy after doctors advised that their child would die before or shortly after birth. EastEnders actress Jo Joyner is celebrating after giving birth to twins. Phil says he considers Jamie to be one of his own children and tells Sonia to go upstairs to sober up. Sonia and Martin face further upset when they discover that their daughter's adoptive parents have died in a car crash. iPhone users claim Apple is trying to TRICK them into Health ministers knew there was no evidence to justify making kids abide by rule of 6 - but No10 'didn't Britain's first child Covid death, 13, may have been contributed to by doctors as senior medic admits Rishi Sunak is urgently reviewing his private exchanges with Matt Hancock after bombshell leak of ex-Health Sunak bustled like a wide-eyed labrador, his tail waggier than a windscreen wiper in a downpour: HENRY 'Drinks cold in fridge at DH!' "[9], Early on in the character's narrative, Sonia was given a trumpet to play, which she did badly, infuriating her family and neighbours. When the affair is revealed on Christmas Day on a video recording recorded by Tanya and Max's daughter, Lauren Branning (Madeline Duggan/Jacqueline Jossa), Tanya asks for a divorce and starts a relationship with Stacey's brother Sean Slater (Robert Kazinsky). Get the latest on EastEnders with all the latest news, gossip and spoilers about soaps, including EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and top TV. Jack had come to. Due July 2022.". When she returns, she tries to confess to her class but collapses before she can do so. Max returns to Walford with his brother Derek Branning (Jamie Foreman). Sonia also repairs her relationship with Tina. Ricky, 41, and his wife already have a four-year-old daughter called Beatrix, who takes pride of place on Sammy's social media. [6] She departed on 8 January and returned on 16 April. However, the subsequent COVID-19 lockdown means that she is busier than ever at the hospital, which leaves Sonia stressed and exhausted. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Cindy Beale (also Williams) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Michelle Collins. Tanya returned in February 2015 for two episodes as part of the show's 30th anniversary celebrations. Later, Peggy sees Honey laden with Christmas presents and, little realising that she is returning them, insists on helping her carry them back to hide them but she sees the broken charity box hidden at the back of the wardrobe Jack and Phil square up to each other over the pool table as Jack takes the last shot. On 1 December 2022, Sonia receives a phone call from Ireland with the news that Dot has died. Greg and Tanya marry, and Tanya soon starts an affair with Max. Ronnie is surprised to find Jack packing and she's furious when Phil admits that he was behind it. [22] She added: "I go home and laugh even more hysterically than I would normally because of what's happening to Tanya. Sonia kisses Tina Carter (Luisa Bradshaw-White), which Tina's girlfriend, Fiona "Tosh" Mackintosh (Rebecca Scroggs), finds out about, so Tina end her friendship with Sonia to protect her relationship. Suspecting Cindy is cheating, Ian hires a private investigator, who records Cindy and David in a clinch. Later, Lauren gets drunk on a night out and leaves with a stranger; she does not return the next morning. "[12] More recently, in 2009, press reports suggested that the actress was keen to reprise the role. [8], Cassidy was 10 years old when she joined the soap as Sonia. Lauren continues to drink but Tanya refuses to believe she is addicted until she keeps Lauren in the house and she reveals that she has been sipping vodka from a water bottle. Cassidy commented, "I thought I was out of a job [on EastEnders] forever!". Joyner left the show temporarily on 25 December 2009 for maternity leave. She marches back around to The Vic and is surprised when Phil tells her that he was behind it all. Ricky Champ, who plays Stuart Highway in EastEnders, has become a dad for the second time as his wife Sammy announces she has given birth to a little boy. Of her experiences as a mother, she added: "It's fantastic. Sharing a pic of the drugs she needed after her Caesarian, she wrote: "My waters broke 2 weeks early (the night I got my date which was supposed to be July 6! [17], Sonia returned permanently on 14 January 2014. Phil's relieved, especially because the stakes were so high. Though she's had . By What's on TV published 28 November 07 (opens in new tab) Fans of the show were upset that anyone (let alone a lesbian) had come between Sonia and Martin. Max insists he thought they were divorced (Derek had lied to him) and Tanya and Max continue their relationship, but when Tanya finds Kirsty's keys in Max's pocket (given to Lauren by Kirsty), Tanya assumes Kirsty and Max are still involved. Desperate to get her daughter back, Cindy goes along with him but grows suspicious and calls the police, but it is too late. Tanya and Max plan to reveal their affair but Tanya finds out that she may have cervical cancer. Tanya admits to the police that she tried to kill Max; however, Lauren was the real culprit. When Tanya discovers that cars at the car lot are being repossessed, she and Max argue, which leads to passion and they have sex for the first time since Tanya's all-clear from cancer. Months later, Cora reveals that Tanya has been admitted to a psychiatric hospital because of the increasing trauma of losing Abi. Max shows Tanya this by saying Kirsty is leaving. EastEnders was full of drama on Monday as Linda Carter gave birth to a baby girl with Jack Branning having to help her. EastEnders (1985- ) Full Cast & Crew. She made her first appearance on 27 June 2006. Sonia is originally arrested for her murder, however, it transpires that Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks) is her killer. [3] Collins had previously auditioned for the role of original character Mary Smith, but at the time Julia Smith had decided they did not want that character to be from London, so that role went to Linda Davidson. She reveals to Ricky and Carol that Bianca has been hiding out with her at a B&B and is not in a good way. However, both regret getting divorced and they reconcile. However Stuart is innocent and the perpetrators behind the attack are young youths. 25 with her and Bex. [4] She said "It was a massive decision. Lauren tells Tanya that Derek stole from Lucy Beale (Hetti Bywater) and she confronts him about it. At the hospital, Abi's asking everyone if they want to hear the name she's come up with but Max keeps putting her off. The actor first announced his wife was expecting again with an ultrasound pic, bunch of blooms and a wooden sign reading: "Baby Champ. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Sonia's niece Tiffany Butcher (Maisie Smith) is involved in a drug ring and Sonia discovers this when Bernadette Taylor (Clair Norris) informs her. Tanya arrives at the church with Cora, but is unable to get out and tells Lauren that she feels like she has failed as a mother. [22], Referencing Sonia's foray into lesbianism in 2005, TV critic Grace Dent branded the character "the worst lesbian ever", adding, "The only lesbians with less lesbian tendencies than you are the women on the front cover of the Horny Triple-X Lesbian Specials which they keep at eye level by the sweets in my corner shop. In January 2014, Tanya's best friend, Jane Beale (Laurie Brett), reveals to Max that Tanya is now in a relationship, with a man named Tim and that they are planning on getting engaged. [10] A BBC spokesperson added, "Natalie is a valued member of the EastEnders cast and we wish her all the very best during her break from the show". However, while working together late one night at The Queen Victoria public house, Cindy and Simon have sex and Cindy becomes pregnant. She suggests leaving Ian for Simon but he refuses, not wanting to be tied down or upset his family so Cindy marries Ian, letting him think he is the baby's father, giving birth to Steven in December 1989. Are Sonia and Martin still together? On-screen mother: Joyner's EastEnders character Tanya Branning has three children, including baby Oscar, with on/off husband Max Branning (Jake Wood), She said: 'I was very sick for the first four months. In the show, Tanya is mother to daughters Abi and Lauren and son Oscar. Almost one in eight men in Britain will develop prostate cancer . Last year doctors told her she had run out of options. She also reluctantly allows her childhood friend Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooksj to live with her in Dots house for a few months and supports her when Janine falls pregnant. EastEnders airs these scenes on Wednesday March 30 at 7:30pm on BBC One. At the last minute, however, Tanya requests Max to be there when the life support is withdrawn. It was then down to the pair to decide what to do. Lauren also discovers that Tanya has not attended a hospital appointment, when Tanya said she was given the all-clear from cancer. Cindy soon follows Ian back to Walford with her new boyfriend, Nick Holland (Dominic Taylor). . Christmas Day 2007 saw Tanya discover husband Max and stepdaughter-in-law Stacey's affair and was watched by 14.3million viewers, making it the highest rated EastEnders episode in three years and the highest rated television broadcast of 2007. Sonia receives a lucrative job offer at a private hospital in Kettering and, having realised she no longer loves Tina, ends their relationship. He tells everyone in The Vic about Sonia and Tina, but Sonia ends their relationship. I didn't believe her - how wrong I was. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). The Weekly EastEnders Game: Season 6 Tanya leaves- new pics released Kierston "Kirsty should move on from Max Jacqueline 'Brannings will go in a new direction' Jo 'Tanya was a terrible mum' . The comments below have been moderated in advance. The couple are overjoyed when Tanya gives birth to a baby boy. She returned briefly[2] in 2010 along with other members of the Jackson family,[3] and re-appeared in the soap from 8 to 18 February 2010 and again in January 2011. Tanya's doctor, Yusef Khan (Ace Bhatti), later confronts Tanya and asks why she has stopped her treatment. Of drama on Monday as Linda Carter gave birth to a baby boy group leading. 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