WHEN the BBC launched its first soap on February 19, 1985, the original cast members had no idea that it would become such a hit. In just eight months EastEnders reached No1 in the TV ratings and ...

The people behind the soap, both past and present, spoke with Radio Times magazine to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

who played Lou Beale, was the original formidable mother and head of the Beale family, keeping Pauline and Pete in check. After three years on the soap, Anna, who was 70 when EastEnders began ...

She departed EastEnders in 2016 and was made a Dame ... Anna Wing became best known for playing Lou Beale, the matriarch of the Beale family. She appeared on the show from its debut in 1985 ...

EastEnders ' Ian Beale is set to gain a surprising new ally on the soap. In new scenes airing on the BBC show next week, ...

EastEnders ' Cindy Beale thinks she has finally discovered who attacked her after uncovering another clue. Viewers will know ...

In Wednesday's episode of EastEnders (January 29), a twist was revealed as Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) plotted a deadly move. Earlier in the week, it was confirmed that Gina Knight (Francesca ...

In a shocking twist in Wednesday's EastEnders episode (January 29), Cindy Beale's (Michelle Collins) dark intentions came to light. Earlier in the week, it transpired that Gina Knight (Francesca ...