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Maisie Williams

Maisie Williams is an actress who played Kayla Hayes from May to June 2019.

Her other notable credits include:

Game of Thrones - Arya Stark (2011-19)

Doctor Who - Ashildr/Me (2015)

Gen:Lock - Cameron "Cammie" McCloud (2019)

Her other credits include: the secret of crickley hall (2012), robot chicken (2014), & the music video for You Mean the World to Me by Freya Ridings.
Maureen Lipman

Maureen Lipman is an actress who will play Lillian Cooke from 2022.

Her other notable credits include:

* Don't ask us - we're new here! - Various (1970)
* Crown Court - Sarah Lewis (1973-75)
* Couples - Marian Steinberg (1975-76)
* A Soft Touch - Alison Holmes (1978)
* Agony - Jane Lucas (1979-81)
* Jackanory - Storyteller (1981)
* All at No.20 - Sheila Haddon (1986-87)
* A Little Princess - Miss Minchin (1987)
* About Face - Various (1989-91)
* Coronation Street- Lilian Spencer (2002), Evelyn Plummer (2018-)
* The Fugitives - Maggie Wych (2005)
* Ladies of Letters - Irene Spencer (2009-10)
* Plebs - Landlady (2016-19)

Her other credits include: ITV Playhouse (1969, 1970, 1981 (3 Roles)), ITV Sunday night theatre (1969, 1970, 1973 (3 roles)), the sweeney (1974, 1976 (2 roles)), smiley's people (1982), sensitive skin (2007), & bull (2015)
Rose Carpenter

Rose Carpenter is the great niece of Rosemary Carpenter. She originally appeared for one episode in February 2010, before returning full time in February 2011. She departed in September 2013. She returned for one episode in July 2017, and for two episodes in May 2018. She returned for two weeks in September 2019.

## Storylines

### 2010-13

Rose first appears in February 2010, when she visits Rosemary, her great aunt. She also helps to rescue Ilfracwm when she falls into a tower. Rose returns in February 2011, and moves into 5 Poshnob Place. within her first week gets stuck in The Corner Shop when a van crashes into the side of it. However, she is ok. In July 2011, Rose's sister Rebecca comes to stay with Rosemary & Rose. In August 2011, Rose is threatened by a member of a gang, however Nick & Mrs Celery hit him over the head. In August 2013, Rose & Rebecca move away, leaving Mrs Celery alone.

### 2017-19

Rose returns with Rosemary in July 2017,and They visit Nick. In May 2018, Rosemary organises a family get together, consisting of her, Richard, Valerie, Katie, Rebecca, Rose & Avril. In September 2019, Rose arrives with Valerie during Rosemary's welcome home party, and tells, Alice, June, Richard & the other guests that Rosemary passed away that afternoon.

## Background Info

Rose was a guest character for one episode in Febuary 2010, played by Helen Flanagan, who had previously played Tara Clapper in 2007 & Gemma Evans in 2008. In February 2011, Rose returned full time. In 2013, it was announced that Rebecca (Georgina Hagen) & Rose would both be leaving. They departed in August 2013. In July 2017, Rose returned with Rosemary (Julia McKenzie) to see Nick, to mark 15 years of N&F. Rose, along with the rest of her family, made a further guest appearance in May 2018, during a family get together. In July 2019, it was announced that Rose, along with her grandmother Valerie Anne Reid would be returning for another guest stint, following the passing of Rosemary Carpenter. She returned in September 2019.

Rose was voted one of the most popular characters at that point in December 2011, losing to Rebecca Evans (Katherine Kelly), Maria Evans (Samia Ghadie) & Alex Evans (Karen David).
Morgan Murphy

Diane Jenkins

Macken Murphy

Morgan Murphy is the son of Lauren Murphy & James Johnson, & the brother of Bethan Murphy, George Murphy & Maisie Murphy. He made his debut in July 2013, & left in November 2018. He was played by Reece Buttery until May 2018, and by Archie Lyndhurst from May to November 2018. The character died offscreen in January 2021.

## Storylines

Morgan first appears in July 2014, when he moves in with his mother Lauren & sister Maisie. They move into 6 Hole Street in August 2014, and are joined later in the month by their sister Bethan. Their brother George moves in in December 2014, completing the family. In May 2016, Morgan goes missing after a fire at The Tumpetty. He is presumed dead, however he is found in October 2016. In December 2017, Morgan is upset when Bethan dies. In May 2018, it is revealed that Morgan had a role in Bethan's death, when he moved her to the side of the Sunny Railway. He leaves for university in November 2018. In January 2021, on new years day, George gets a phone call saying that Morgan had died after being poisoned. He goes round and tells Lauren, Maisie, Claire and Megan. It is three years to the date Bethan died. This badly affects George, who searches for answers. He contacts Charlie, a friend of Morgan's and asks to meet up with him. Charlie tells George that Morgan kissed him, (although revealed to be as a joke) which was seen by a boy named Ryan Alderton, who poisoned his drink at the new year party, killing him. George meets up with Ryan, and pushes him into the river, leaving him to drown.

## Background Info

In April 2014, it was announced that former Office Workers actress Charlotte Bellamy was joining N&F as upcoming character Claire Murphy (Nigella Lawson)'s sister, Lauren Murphy, along with her two children, Morgan (Reece Buttery) & Maisie (Maisie Smith). They appeared in July, and were joined by their older brother & sister, George & Bethan. In May 2016, it was presumed that Morgan had died in a fire. This caused controversy due to killing a child off. However, it was announced that he was returning, and hadn't been killed off. In May 2018, Morgan was recast to Archie Lyndhurst, for the Who Killed Bethan? storyline. In October, it was announced that Morgan would soon be leaving, and he left in November, Lyndhurst only played the character for 6 months. Lyndhurst died in October 2020, aged just 19. The character died in January 2021, in respect of Lyndhurst.
Jess Varley

Jasmine Armfield (2017-19)

Luthina Varley

Tara Varley

Jess Varley is the sister of Tamara Varley, Tess Varley, Luthina Varley, & Tara Varley. She appeared from October to December 2008 on her initial stint, but didn't appear after this for unknown reasons. She made a guest appearance in July 2012, and returned full time in June 2017. She departed in April 2019. She was played by an unknown actress in 2008, Jackie Evancho in 2012 & Jasmine Armfield from 2017-19.

## Storylines

Jess Varley was first seen in October 2008, when Nick talks to her. She moves into 5 Hole Street in November 2008, along with her family, mother Ruth, father Ian, and sisters Luthina & Tara. They are later joined by Tamara & Tess, two older sisters. Jess seemingly disappears after this. However in January 2010, it is revealed that Jess has moved out, with Ruth. Ruth & Jess return in July 2012 to visit Tamara after Luthina & Tess die in the house collapse. In May 2017, Jess returns to live with the Varley sisters. In November 2017, Jess decides to stay when her sisters move away. She stays as a paying guest when George & Holly move in. In April 2019, Jess decides to go to university, and departs after saying goodbye to everyone.

## Background Info

Jess Varley (then known as Jessica) was first seen in October 2008, and was the first member of the Varley family. The rest of her family was introduced a month later. For unknown reasons, Jess stopped appearing after December 2008. This wasn't explained until January 2010, when Ruth (Mina Anwar) left, when Tamara said that Jess had gone with her. This probably means that Jess was in the house somewhere, but not onscreen (in the style the Tracy Barlow on Coronation Street). Jess & Ruth returned in July 2012, to see Tamara after Luthina & Tess died. She was played by Jackie Evancho for this stint. In Spring 2017, it was announced that Jess would be returning, played by EastEnders actress Jasmine Armfield. She returned in May 2017. However, just two months after her return, Tamara, Tess, Luthina & Tara, the rest of the Varley family, were axed, however Armfield decided to stay. However in March 2019, Armfield quit, saying her character felt "pointless". She left in April 2019.
Paloma Faith

Paloma Faith is an actress and singer who played Qemune Geovj in 2010, she has since made guest returns in 2011 (1 episode), 2015 (2 episodes) and 2017 on a recurring basis.

Her other notable credits include:

101 Dalmatian Street - Portia (2019)

Pennyworth - Bet Sykes (2019)

She is better known as a singer, and her singles have included new york, Picking up the pieces, only love can hurt like this, crybaby, & make your own kind of music, as well as featuring on Sigma's Changing and Sigala's Lullaby
Mike Heannau

Mike Heannau is a man who Frank and Liam Sweeney owe money to. He made his debut in October 2020.

## Storylines

In October 2020, The Sweeneys get a knock on the door. When Frank answers it, it is Mike, who forces himself into the house. He demands money from the family, saying that Frank and his son Liam Sweeney had loaned money off him six months ago and still hasn't payed. He threatens that if he doesn't get his money soon, he will kill the family. It is soon revealed that he was the person the family initally ran away from, and that Big Rick, who had also threatened the family, was his henchman. On Christmas Day, Mike went into the Sweeney's house, and threatens them with a gun. Demi-Leigh hits Mike over the head, knocking him out, and the family escape to the Tumpetty. Mike regains consciousness and threatens them in The Tumpetty. Mike shoots Liam dead, and then goes after the rest of the family. Mike chases Frank up a helter-skelter. Mike spots Demi-Leigh taunting him and shoots, missing her and shooting a giant parcel, which Natalie Evans and Holly Murphy are hiding in, injuring Natalie. Mike then accidentally drops the gun. Frank pushes Mike off the side of the helter skelter, and he falls to his death.

## Background Info

In october 2020, it was announced that X Factor contestant Stevi Ritchie would be joining the cast of N&F on a two month basis as a villainous character named Mike. Ritchie's casting caused confusion, as fans couldn't imagine him playing a villain. NJE explained that a minor villain on Coronation Street, who had played a major part in the Christmas storyline, according to YouTube comments, looked slightly like Ritchie. Two days before his arrival, his full name was revealed as Mike Heannau. This is a reference to Ben Haenow, who won the X Factor the year Ritchie was on it. The character is set to be a major part in the Christmas storyline, according to NJE. He was killed of unannounced on Christmas day 2020 when he was pushed off a helter skelter by Frank Sweeney (Steve Huison)
Paul Usher

Paul Usher is an actor who will play Adrian Johnson for two episodes in July 2019. It is his first "nice role" as the actor usually plays villains.

In September 2020, NJE announced that Usher had been quietly axed from N&F, due to a scene from another of his tv shows, dated about early 1990s, where he killed a woman and a baby.

His other notable credits include:

Brookside - Barry Grant (1982-97, 2003)

Liverpool 1  - John Sullivan (1998-99)

The Bill - PC Des Taviner (2001-04)

Eastenders - Danny Hardcastle (2019)
Kai Aziz

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Kai Aziz is the friend of Nicky, Karen & Luke. He appeared from May 2023.

## Storylines

Kai first appears in May 2023, when he arrives on Hole Street alongside Nicky, Karen & Luke. The four go to the Tumpetty, and instantly wind up Anne by playing loud music. The four then move to Hole Street. Nicky and Kai are later revealed to be in a relationship, and the pair kiss. During the Pride Event, Nicky comes out as gay to Jade, who is supportive.

## Background Info

In April 2023, it was revealed that Nicky & Karen were returning to N&F after a year's abscence, joined by two new characters, Luke, played by Coronation Street actor James Craven, and Kai played by Waterloo Road actor Adam Ali. The four returnd and arrived in May 2023.
Rachel Bright

Rachel Bright is an actress who played Katie Lacey for two episodes in January 2013, before returning full time from 2015-16, and then again from May 2016-19. She also played Karen Jetts between 2013-14. Her style and appearance as the characters later inspired NJE's style

Her other notable credits include:

Eastenders - poppy meadow (2011-14)

Her other credits include: Doctors (2012, 2015 (2 Roles))
Lisa Riley

Lisa Riley is an actress who played Ginny Golding from 2008-09. The character was later aged, and played by Barbara Windsor.

Her other notable credits include:

Emmerdale - Mandy Dingle (1995-2000, 2019-)

Fat friends - Rebecca Patterson (2002-05)

Waterloo road - Tina Allen (2011-13)

Age before beauty - Tina (2018)

Her other credits include: Doctors (2003, 2012 (2 Roles)), Scott and Bailey (2012), & Three girls (2017)

She was also the host on You've been framed between 1998-2002
Mya Lecia Naylor

Mya Lecia Naylor was an actress who was lined up to play Jodie Evans in early 2019, taking over from Ella Grace Gregoire. Sadly, she passed away in April 2019, aged just 16.

Her other notable credits include:

* Tati's Hotel - Tati (2011)
* Millie Inbetween - Fran (2014-18)
* Almost Never - Mya (2019)

Her other credits include: the last weekend (2012)
Richard Wilson

Richard Wilson is an actor who played Victor Johnson in 2018.

His other notable credits include:

ITV Playhouse - various (1969-70)

Crown court - Jeremy Parsons QC (1973-78)

A sharp intake of breath - various (1977-80)

Only when I laugh - Dr Gordon Thorpe (1979-82)

High and dry - Richard Talbot (1985-87)

Room at the bottom - chaplain Toby Duckworth (1986-88)

Tutti Frutti - Eddie Clockerty (1987)

Hot metal - Dicky Lipton (1988)

One foot in the grave - Victor Meldrew (1990-2000)

Cluedo - reverend green (1991)

Selling Hitler - Henry Nannen (1991)

Under the hammer - Ben glazier (1994)

Duck patrol - PC Roland 'prof ' rose (1998)

Life support - John doone (1999)

High stakes - Bruce Morton (2001)

Life as we know it - Alex Cameron (2001)

Born and bred - Dr Donald Newman (2004-05)

Merlin - Gaius (2008-12)

His other credits include: the revenue man (1967, 1968 (2 Roles)), my good woman (1972-73), soldier and me (1974), yanks go home (1977), play for today (1975, 1976, 1980 (3 roles)), bbc2 playhouse (1980-81 (2 Roles)), in loving memory (1979, 1982 (2 roles), Andy Robson (1982-83), the last place on earth (1985), emmerdale (1986), screen two (1985, 1990 (3 roles)), unnatural pursuits (1992), the world of Peter rabbit and friends (1992-93), in the red (1998), doctor who (2005), kingdom (2007-08), & demons (2009
Johnny Goulding

Tyger Drew Honey (2011-13)

Joe Maw (2016-19)

Johnny Goulding is the son of UriahMaria Goulding & Claire Goulding, and the brother of Sophie Goulding. He made his debut in April 2011, & departed in April 2013. He returned in October 2016 & left again in July 2017. He returned for two episodes in April 2019. He was initially played by Abe Buckoke from March to June 2011, then George Sampson from June to October 2011, then Tyger Drew Honey from October 2011 to April 2013, and most recently by Joe Maw from 2016 to 2017, and in 2019.

## Storylines

### 2011-13

Johnny first appears in April 2011, when his family move into 1B Hole Street. Johnny is initially withdrawn, and spends a long time sitting in his bedroom. By June, he has improved, and made friends with Nick Evans. In August 2011, his sister Sophie got shot, jolting him back to life. In December 2011, Johnny makes a naughty comment to Maria. In October 2012, Johnny, UriahMaria, & Luke rescue the Evans family, when Victor Rotten Disco drives them into a lake. In April 2013, Johnny is upset when his father dies in the house collapse. Claire, Johnny & Sophie move away.

### 2016-19

Johnny appears in October 2016 and sees Nick, who is pleased to see him. Claire & Sophie also return, and announce that they're staying in the area for a while. Whilst he is staying, Johnny starts a relationship with Tia. In July 2017, Johnny asks Tia to move away with him. Tia tells an upset Nick this, just as their father, two sisters & daughter have died. Nick is however understanding, and allows her to go. In April 2019, Nick & Nita both get invites to Johnny & Tia's wedding. The pair get married in Easter Sunday 2019.

## Storylines

In March 2011, it was announced that a new family, the Gouldings, would be joining N&F. This consisted of UriahMaria (Joe Swash), Claire (Julia Haworth), Johnny (Abe Buckoke) & Sophie (Sophie Lowe). They arrived in April 2011. Abe Buckoke was a minor actor, who had been spotted in The Sparticle Mystery. He quit after just two months. George Sampson was the second actor to play Johnny, however he quit after four months. Outnumbered actor Tyger Drew Honey was picked, and he played Johnny for 18 months. In January 2013, it was announced that the Goulding family would be leaving aarter 2 years. UriahMaria was killed off in the house collapse, whereas the others departed alive. In October 2016 Johnny made an unannounced return, played by Tracy Beaker Returns actor Joe Maw. Claire & Sophie (now played by Tilly Keeper) both returned one episode later. It was revealed that they would be returning for the 15 years celebration. They departed in July 2017. Johnny appeared again in April 2019, when he married Tia Evans (Mia McKenna Bruce).
Karen Gillan

Karen Gillan is an actress who played Karen Berry between June 2012 & May 2014

Her other notable credits include:

The Kevin bishop show - various (2008-09)

Doctor who - soothsayer (2008)/Amy Pond (2010-13)

The well - coll (2009)

Pond life - Amy pond (2012)

NTSF:SD:SUV - Daisy (2013)

Selfie - Eliza Dooley (2014)

Emo dad - Jessica (2016)

Her other credits include: night and the doctor (2011), a touch of cloth (2014)
Karen Jetts

Karen Jetts was a young woman who had feelings for Nick Evans. She appeared from May 2013 to February 2014.

## Storylines

Karen first appears in May 2013, when she comes into The Corner Shop. She is shown to have feelings for Nick, however this doesn't lead to anything. In February 2014, Karen is killed in a fire at The Corner Shop, started by Gail Collins.

## Background Info

Karen Jetts was a rather unsuccesful, unprogressive character. She was introduced as NJE was impressed with Rachel Bright, who had played Katie Lacey for two episodes earlier that year. Karen Jetts appeared from May 2013, and was considered "a complete flop". The character was killed off in February 2014, in a fire storyline.

Bright returned in March 2015, as her original character, Katie Lacey, and remained until 2019.
Leah Morris

Leah Morris is the mother of Alfie Morris. She appeared from October 2023.

## Storylines

Leah first appears in October 2023 when she picks up her son Alfie from school. She later arrived in The Tumpetty and talks to Julian Evans, who noticed a bruise on her arm.

## Background Info

In August 2023, it was announced that former EastEnders & Office Workers star Michelle Ryan would be joining N&F as Leah Morris, alongside her son Alfie, played by Almost Never star Harry Still. She appeared from October 2023.
Robbie Mitchell

Aedan Duckworth as Robbie (2018-21)

Holly Thomas (half)

Jamie Flatters as Robbie (2015-17)

Robbie Mitchell is the younger brother of Jamie Mitchell and Amy Mitchell. He was played by Jamie Flatters between August 2015 & July 2017, before returning full time in August 2018, now played by Aedan Duckworth. He made his debut in August 2016. He will leave in 2021.

## Storylines

### 2015-17

Robbie first appears alongside his older sister Amy. They are revealed as friends of Jassi Wesmiy & Soothy Mobb. The pair move into 5 Hole Street. Robbie departs in July 2017, to stay with his brother Jamie.

### 2018-

Robbie returns in August 2018, along with Jamie. Two months later, they move into 8 Hole Street, along with Amy. Robbie begins a relationship with Lucy Evans. It is revealed in March 2019 that Lucy's baby is actually Robbie's. Lucy gives birth in October 2019, to a baby girl named Ariana. In July 2021, he moves away to live with his mother, Jane Mitchell.

## Background Info

Jamie Flatters casting was announced in June 2015, just a couple of weeks after Amy James Kelly was cast as Amy. Flatters decided to leave in 2017, and was one of the large number of cast members to depart in July 2017. In July 2018, it was announced that the character would return, now played by Hollyoaks actor Aedan Duckworth, alongside Olly Alexander as the Mitchell siblings older brother, Jamie. Duckworth made his debut in August 2018. In January 2021, it was announced that Robbie would be leaving.
Nicola Stephenson

Nicola Stephenson is an actress who played Sarah Williams for a few episodes in 2010, then full time from 2014-18.

Her other notable credits include:

Children's Ward - Amanda (1990)

Brookside - Margaret Clemence (1990-93)

Nice day at the office - Lizzie Kershaw (1994)

My wonderful life - Gail (1998-99)

Out of the blue - Lucy Shaw (1996)

Wokenwell - Fran Rainford (1997)

Casualty - Julie Fitzjohn (1998-2001)

Holby CIty - Julie Fitzjohn (1999-2001)

Clocking off - Suzie Davidson (2002-03)

Dead Man Weds - Donna Havercroft (2005)

Northern lights - Jackie (2006)

The chase - Sarah Williams (2006-07)

City lights - Jackie (2007)

Homefront - Louise Mancetta (2012)

All at sea - mum (2013-15)

Waterloo road - Allie Westbrook (2014)

Safe house - Ali (2015)

Emmerdale - Tess Harris (2015-16)

The worst witch - Julie Hubble (2017-)

Her other credits include: coronation street (1988), the bill (1997), waking the dead (2005), superstorm (2007), strike back (2010), & the alienist (2018)
Luke Cross

Luke Cross is the boyfriend of Karen Evans. He appeared from May 2023.

## Storylines

Luke makes his first appearance in May 2023, when he arrives in Hole Street, alongside Nicky, Karen & Kai. The four teens go to The Tumpetty, and instantly wind up Anne Evans by playing loud music. The four later move to Hole Street.

## Background Info

In April 2023, it was revealed that Nicky & Karen were returning to N&F after a year's abscence, joined by two new characters, Luke, played by Coronation Street actor James Craven, and Kai played by Waterloo Road actor Adam Ali. The four returned and arrived in May 2023.

Craven's casting caused controversy due to an ongoing consent storyline in Coronation Street involving his character and Elle Mulvaney's character. This later resulted in Mulvaney quitting N&F after 13 years.
Rebecca Carpenter

Rebecca Carpenter is the sister of Rose Carpenter. She appeared in the first three episodes between November 2007 & January 2008, then made a brief return between January & February 2009, before returning full time in June 2011, and leaving in August 2013. She returned for two episodes in May 2018, and returned for one episode in September 2019.

## Storylines

Rebecca, along with Valerie & Katie, are shown waving goodbye to the Evans family when they move out in January 2008. Rebecca reappears in January 2009, where she is shown with her rival Elektra Baker, who tries to poison her. In July 2011, Rebecca returns to live with her sister Rose. She also gets a job at The Tumpetty. In August 2013, Rebecca & Rose move out, leaving Mrs Celery alone. In May 2018, Rebecca returns, with the rest of her family, for a family get together. Rebecca returns in September 2019 for Rosemary's funeral.

## Background Info

Valerie, Katie & Rebecca were characters that had appeared in J&C since January 2007, however the characters were written out to make way for new characters. The only J&C characters that transitioned from J&C to N&F were Delilah Moonsbury (Renee Zellweger), Tracy Catmint (Kate Ford) & Nikki Tuppen (Hayden Panettierre). Rebecca reappeared from January to February 2009. In June 2011, it was announced that Rebecca would be returning. She returned in July 2011. In May 2013 it was announced that Rebecca & Rose would be leaving. They departed in August that year. Rebecca returned for one episode in May 2018. In August 2019, it was confirmed that Rebecca, along with Katie (Debbie Arnold), would be returning for one episode in September 2019, when they attend the funeral of Rosemary Carpenter (Rosemary Carpenter/Julia McKenzie).
Ricky Champ

Ricky Champ is an actor who will play Callum in August 2021.

His other notable credits include:

* Eastenders - Photographer (2009), Stuart Highway (2018-)
* Him & Her - Paul (2010-13)
* Dead Boss - Frank (2012)
* Youngers - Clint (2013-14)
* Crims - Creg (2015)

His other credits include: Family affairs (2005), Jekyll and Hyde (2015), game of thrones (2016), absentia (2017) & Tracey ullman's show (2017)
Jody Mills

Jody Mills is the daughter of Daisy & Peter Mills. She appeared from August 2013 to May 2016.

## Storylines

Jody first appears in August 2013, when she moves into 11 Spencer Street, along with her parents Daisy & Peter, and her younger brother Tom. They are later joined by Daisy's sister Lucy and their mother Lesley. Jody is devastated in May 2016 when Peter dies in a fire at The Tumpetty. Lesley takes Jody & Tom away on a break.

## Background Info

In April 2013, it was announced that a new family would be joining N&F. NJE was going through an extreme anxiety phase, and decided to cast a normal family into N&F. The final cast were Not Going Out's Katy Wix as mother Daisy, Doctor Who's Arthur Darvill as father Peter, Emmerdale's Eden Taylor Draper as 11 year old daughter **Jody**, and Eastenders Harry Hickles (later The Dumping Ground star Philip Graham Scott as 6 year old son Tom. The family appeared from August 2013. They were very popular with viewers. In January 2016, it was announced that most of the Mills family, apart from Daisy & Lucy had been axed. This went down badly with fans. Jody left in May 2016.
Richard Wisker

Richard Wisker is an actor who played Jack McNally between 2011-18.

His other notable credits include:

Tracy Beaker Returns - Liam o'Donovan (2010-12)

Dani's Castle - rich (2013-15)

Millie Inbetween - Declan (2017-18)

His other credits include: the bill (2008), the Sarah Jane adventures (2010), & the dumping ground (2014, 2018)
Katy Gale

Katy Gale is the daughter of Cheryl Gale & Tom Gale, the mother of Jamie Gale, & the ex-girlfriend of Nick Evans. She made her debut in February 2012, and left in September 2014. She returned in December 2017, & left in February 2018. She returned for two weeks in September 2020.

## Storylines

Katy first appears in February 2012, when she arrives with her parents Cheryl & Tom & adopted sisters Kerry & Edito. Britt Cenzi & Amy Soffmi recognize her as an old schoolfriend, and invite her to her to Emma C's birthday party. During the party, Britt is left alone with Wallace Bumf. Wallace makes a move on her, and Britt retaliates by pushing him into a glass table, killing him. Katy comes in In time to see this, and when everyone else comes in, Britt puts the blame onto Katy. Amy is upset, and asks Katy to leave. Katy and Nick leave. Katy tells Nick that she didn't do anything, and the pair start a relationship. Katy is arrested, and is nearly locked up, however Britt tells the truth, and is arrested for three months. Then, Liam Worth begins bothering her, and is abused by him. Katy tells Nick, and Nick goes and hits Liam over the head with a sledgehammer. In October 2012, Katy gives birth to a boy, James. Her sister Kerry also leaves. In December 2012, Amy & Katy taunt Britt, pushing her into mud. Britt then goes onto the roof of her house, persuades by Emma C, Nick & Emma P. Britt jumps off the roof, and dies. Emma C also commits suicide in January. In February 2013, Tom & Edito leave. In August 2014, Katy starts a brief relationship with Rain Maki, however he attacks her,and Katy, Cheryl & James leave. In March 2016, James, now called Jamie, returns to live with Nick. In December 2017, Katy turns up on Christmas Day, and tells Nick she wants Jamie to live with her. In February 2018, Jamie & Katy leave. In June 2019, Jamie returns again. Katy appears in The Tumpetty to see Jade after they call her after Jamie dies in a car crash. Katy then goes to Jamie's funeral. Later, at The Tumpetty, Katy's parents, Cheryl & Tom, blame Jade for everything. [[Emma Murphy|Emma] throws them out.

## Background Info

In August 2011, it was announced that two new families were joining the following year, the Weekday family, & the Gale family. This consisted of Cheryl (Holly Quin Ankrah), Tom (Gary Damer), Katy (Georgia May Foote), Kerry (Kerry Ann Thoo) & Edito (Erato Anagnostou). They arrived in February 2012, however Kerry left in October 2012. Tom & Edito left in February 2013, leaving just Cheryl & Katy, and als Katy's son James left. In May 2014, it was announced that the Gale family were leaving, & they departed in September 2014. Katy returned unannounced in December 2017, & left unannounced in February 2018. In August 2020, it was confirmed that Katy would be returning briefly to see Jade and for Jamie's funeral. She returned in September 2020, for two weeks.
Pam st. Clement

Pam st Clement is an actress who the Pat Slater for a handful of episodes in 2016, before returning full time in 2018.

Her other notable credits include:

A horseman riding by - Meg Potter (1978)

Emmerdale - Mrs Eckersley (1980)

Eastenders - Pat Butcher (1986-2012)

Her other roles include: within these walls (1974, 1976 (2 roles)), Matilda's England (1979), enemy at the door (1978, 1980), Leonardo (2012), & casualty (2016-17)
Lillian Cooke

Lillian Cooke is the sister of Joan Cooke and Barbara Cooke. She appeared from September 2022 to June 2023.

## Storylines

Lillian first appears in September 2022, along with Lillian, when they move in with their sister Joan Cooke. The pair instantly have an effect on the household, as they complain about everything. They left in June 2023.

## Background Info

In July 2022, it was announced that 5 new arrivals were joining N&F. These included Gwen Taylor and Maureen Lipman as Barbara and Lillian Cooke, the sisters of established character Joan Cooke (Stephanie Cole). NJE described them as "caustic and outspoken, with not a nice word to say about anyone, however they're likeable people and will be sure to inject some humour into N&F!" They arrived in September 2022. Lillian was axed in a cast clearout in March 2023. She left in June 2023.
Rayna Ardege

Rayna Ardege is the sister of Ueane Ardege. She first appeared in January 2010 for one episode, before returning full time in May 2010. She departed in November 2018. She returned for one episode in March 2021.

## Storylines

In January 2010, Nick & Amii went to stay the night with Rayna, due to being too far away from home and also too late. However, Nick overheard a suspicious conversation, and left, staying with Alice Sandwich. Nick is shocked when Rayna turns up in The Corner Shop four months later, and is revealed to be Ueane Ardege's sister, who has started work at the corner shop. Nick and Rayna become friends soon after, and helps her when someone stalks her a couple of months later. In December 2010, Rayna spends Christmas with Nick, who in turn is spending Christmas with Mrs Celery & the others. In June 2011, Rayna enters a singIng competition, and comes 5th. Alex Rotten Disco wins the competition. In December 2014, Rayna is upset when Ueane dies. In March 2015, her sister Alison arrives, however leaves the year after. In September 2017, Rayna is sacked by Tom Golding due to (one sided) staff cuts, along with David Harper. In November 2018, Rayna leaves, due to everyone departed. In March 2021, Rayna appears at Ginny's funeral.

## Storylines

Rayna first appeared in January 2010, for one episode, however was popular with viewers, so was brought back in May 2010. For the first couple years, she became a popular character, but storylines were few for several years. In 2017, it was announced that Rayna was leaving, however this didn't happen until November 2018. She made an unannounced return in March 2021. In December 2022, NJE announced that Rayna would return in 2023 after seeing Anjli Mohindra (who playes Rayna) in The Lazarus Project and The Suspect. In February 2023 however, Jade Carpenter announced that Raynawould not be returning.
Maisie Murphy

Diane Jenkins

Macken Murphy

Maisie Murphy is the daughter of Lauren Murphy & James Johnson, and the younger sister of Bethan Murphy, George Murphy & Morgan Murphy. She made her debut in July 2014. She was also the culprit in the Who Killed Bethan? storyline in 2018.

## Storylines

### 2014-

Maisie first appears in July 2014, when she visits Claire Murphy, along with mother Lauren & brother Morgan. In October, the three, along with older sister Bethan move into 6 Hole Street. In December, Maisie's other brother George moves in. In May 2016, Morgan goes missing after the fire at The Tumpetty, however turns up safe five months later. In January 2018, after a three month long and upsetting battle with drugs, Bethan is suspiciously killed and left at the side of the Sunny Railway, and is found by Wallace Squinteye. The suspects include Harry Cole, Denzil Spider, James Johnson, Lauren, George, Amy Mitchell & Jodie Slater. In May 2018, a desperate Harry jumps off a multi storey car park, and ends up in a coma. When told the news, Maisie admits to Lauren and George that it was her who killed Bethan, albeit accidentally. Maisie apparently told Bethan to sort herself out, but she told her to go away. Maisie then shoved her, Bethan lost her balance and hit her head on the kerb of the fireplace. Along with Morgan, she moved Bethan to the side of the nearby Sunny Railway, hoping to make it look as if something had happened there. Lauren tells the police it was her who did it, to save Maisie, as she knew she wouldn't cope in prison. However, Lauren is released in August, due to lack of evidence, and the case is dropped. Maisie then makes friends with her cousin Megan James, Jodie Evans, & Alison Maki, and volunteers at the Sunny Railway, seemingly helping herself. In September, her father James is killed by her uncle, Rick. In August 2019, after Megan accidentally killed Charlie Roberts, she goes to Maisie for help, knowing about what happened. In march 2022, Maisie goes out with Danny Cole.

## Kill Count

Bethan Murphy - Maisie pushed Bethan onto a fireplace kerb, hitting her head, killing her.
= 1

## Background Info

In April 2014, it was announced that Claire Murphy's sister Lauren would be joining, played by ex Office Workers actress Charlotte Bellamy, along with her two children Morgan (Reece Buttery/Archie Lyndhurst) and Maisie (Maisie Smith). Up until May 2018, Maisie was a recurring character with very few storylines. However, in a shock twist during the Who Killed Bethan? storyline, Maisie was revealed as the culprit, previously kept hidden by online sources etc. NJE commented: "I wanted to have a whodunit storyline, similar to the Lucy Beale storyline on EastEnders, only told in a better and more realistic way, with nothing getting blown up out of all proportion." NJE also said that the original idea was Who Killed Denzil? with Harry Cole being the killer, and a new villain, however this was dropped for the final storyline. The character has since been a regular character. NJE has hinted that the effects of the aforementioned Who Killed Bethan? storyline would perhaps show in Maisie in the future.
June Williams

Meg Johnson as June

Polly Perkins as June

June Williams is the sister of Rosemary Carpenter. She made her debut in March 2012, and left in August 2014. She returned in May 2018. She left again in September 2019. She made a guest appearance for two episodes in July 2022 She was originally played by Polly Perkins from 2012-14, and then by Meg Johnson from 2018-19.

## Storylines

### 2012-14

June first appears in The Tumpetty in March 2012. Rosemary is shocked but happy to see her, believing her to have died six years ago. Ginny slaps June in June 2012, after she was diagnosed with cancer. Rosemary confronts her about it, and Ginny apologizes. In July 2014, when Rosemary and June's cousin Rita, asks Rosemary, June and Rosrmary's husband Richard McAlddon to live with her, to which they accept. They depart in August.

### 2018-19

In February 2018, Rosemary and Richard return, without June, who is trying to sell the house. June returns in May, having sold the house. In September 2019, June is sad to learn that Rosemary has died. She moves away to live with Sweetie James. In July 2022, June returns to tell Rosemary's daughter Alice that Sweetie had died, asking if she's coming to her funeral. Alice is suffering from health anxiety and isn't sure, however June & Ilfracwm offer her support. While in Essex, Alice sees June's doctor, and is told she is perfectly healthy, putting her mind at rest.

## Background Info

In December 2011, it was announced that four new characters would be arriving in 2012, one of which was June. She was played by EastEnders actress Polly Perkins in this stint. In May 2014 it was announced that Rosemary and June would be departing on August. They departed in August. Fans were surprised when Rosemary and Richard returned in February 2018, without June, however she returned three months later, now played by Emmerdale actress Meg Johnson. In June 2019, 16 months after Rosemary's return, Rosemary Carpenter passed away. This meant that Rosemary, Richard and June were written out. They will depart in Autumn 2019. June made an unannounced return in July 2022 for two episodes, when she told Alice that Sweetie had died.

June was based on the real life sister of Rosemary Carpenter, who passed away in 2006.

Sadly, Meg Johnson, who played June, passed away in July 2023.
Natalie Anderson

Natalie Anderson is an actress who played Francesca Davis for three episodes in June 2022, taking over from Frankee.

Her other notable credits include:

* The Biz - Francesca (1996-97)
* Pop Idol - Herself (contestant) (2001-02)
* The Royal - Nurse Stella Davenport (2005-08)
* Emmerdale - Alicia Gallagher (2010-15)
* Hollyoaks - Lexi Calder (2021-)

Her other credits include: dalziel and pascoe (2005)
Miss White

Miss White was a young woman who moved into 1 1/2 Hole Street. She appeared from August 2009 to August 2011.

## Storylines

In 2009, a small house was built into the wall running along Hole Street. This was named 1 1/2 Hole Street. When it was finished, a young artist named Miss White moved in. In August 2011, Miss White is cornered in her house, shot, and killed by some horrible men. She is not found until 2013, when she is discovered by Wallace Squinteye.

## Background Info

Miss White first appeared in August 2009. She had very few storylines during her time on N&F. In June 2011, it was announced Miss White was leaving, and she left in August 2011, when the character was killed off. Her first name was never revealed.
Lucy Golding

Anne Golding

Lucy Golding is the daughter of Sally Golding & the niece of Ginny Golding. She made her debut in January 2013, when she appeared for two episodes at Ginny's funeral, and returned as a regular character in November 2016. The character departed in October 2020. She returned for two weeks in March 2021.

## Storylines

### 2013-

Lucy first appears in January 2013, along with her mother, Sally, at the funeral of Ginny Golding, her aunt, who recently died. However Ginny is resurrected 11 months later. Lucy returns in November 2016, and announces that Sally has just died. She moves in with Ginny at The Corner Shop. In early 2017, she gets a job at Mrs Celery's cafe. In July 2017, during the helicopter crash, part of the helicopter crashes into the shop. Lucy is alarmed when she returns home to find the shop on fire. Ginny had been rescued by Tom Golding. In November 2017, Lucy, along with the rest of the Evans/Golding family, disowns Tom after it turns out he abused her cousin Lilly. In November 2018, Lucy decides to stay at the Corner Shop when Ginny moves away with Victor Johnson, so stays with her aunt Jackie. In September/October 2020, local drug dealer Evie Smith orders Jodie Evans and Maisie Murphy to steal money from the Corner Shop. Lucy wakes up and hears them downstairs and goes to see what's happening. Evie threatens her with a knife, luckily Jackie hears what's going on and phones the police, arresting Evie. Lucy, shaken by the while incident, decides to go and stay with Ginny. In March 2021, Lucy returns with Victor and tells Jade, Delilah, Laura, Jackie, Joyzz and Sarah that Ginny had died that morning.

## Background Info

Lucy was one of the original eight characters created by a then 3 year old NJE, along with Jamie Williams (NJE's original character), Ginny Golding, Tom Golding, Bill Golding, Josephine Golding, Sally Golding, Lucy & Rosemary Carpenter. Lucy was only 4 at the time. It was announced that Sally Nina Wadia and Lucy would be making her debuts in January 2013, at Ginny's funeral, when she died of cancer. This was only a two episode stint. In July 2016, it was announced that Lucy would be returning as a regular. Lorna Fitzgerald was cast as the character. in June 2020, Fitzgerald anniunced she would be leaving in Summer 2020. The character left in October 2020. She returned for two weeks in March 2021.
Natalie Gumede

Natalie Gumede is an actress who played Natalie Barker in February 2012, and then from October to December 2012, until the actress was sacked due to behaviour on Coronation street. However the actress returned as Alison Ardege from 2015-16.

Her other notable credits include:

Ideal - China (2005-07, 2010)

Coronation Street - Kirsty Soames (2011-13)

Sally the life coach - Sally (2014)

Jekyll & Hyde - Bella (2015)

Free rein - Maggie (2017-18)

Rig 45 - Emma (2018)

titans - Mercy Graves (2019)

Her other credits include: emmerdale (2005), doctors (2006, 2009 (2 Roles)), & the persuasionists (2010),
Linda Henry

Linda Henry is an actress who will play Jenny Hayes in 2022.

Her other notable credits include:

* Eastenders - Lorraine Stevens (1991-92), Shirley Carter (2006-)
* An Independent Man - Julie Read/Reed (1995)
* Bad Girls - Yvonne Atkins (1999-2003)

Her other credits include: eurocops (1988-90), the bill (1992, 1993 and 1995 (3 roles)), and trial and retribution (1998)
Oliver Wood

Oliver Wood is the brother of Simon Wood & Michael Wood, and the husband of Delilah Wood. He made his debut in August 2016. He left in April 2020.

## Storylines

Oliver was first seen in August 2016, when Delilah Moonsbury, Alex Evans & Katherine Slater went to The Tumpetty. There they met three brothers Simon, Oliver and Michael. The three women instantly pick one, and luckily they all like each other. In Oliver's case, he picks Delilah. The brothers start up a series of stalls at the end of Hole Street, near The Tumpetty. In Spring 2017, Oliver proposes to Delilah. In July 2017, Oliver is caught up in the helicopter crash at The Tumpetty. Delilah, already aware that Shive & Mareon are both dead, and Nick already missing, Delilah goes into labour, giving birth to Ruby. Oliver later turns up alive. The pair marry in October 2017. In 2018, Simon and Oliver lose the stalls after lack of trade. Delilah gives birth to Lewys in October 2018. In August 2019, Oliver goes to start a business in Scotland. He returns in October. In November 2019, Delilah confesses to him that she kissed Dave Evans. She is upset when Oliver loses it and makes nasty remarks about her ex-husbands and children, especially Mareon (ugly freak who she gave away), Rebecca (lives in america and doesn't want to know), Nick (a cross dresser who has been married endless times), & Lucy (had a baby at 14). Delilah slaps him across the face and throws him out. Oliver moves into Simon & Katherine's house. He sees Dave the following day and punches him, however he is stopped from doing more harm by Nick & Delilah. Oliver is shocked in March 2020, when Lewys suddenly dies. He thinks that Delilah killed him, and reports her to the police, however she is released. Oliver loses it as a result, and threatens to get revenge. However, Simon and Katherine hear, and he explains, however they are cross, and force him to tell Delilah that he phoned the police. Everyone tells him to leave, so he does, and goes to Scotland to stay with Michael.

## Background Info

In May 2016, it was announced that three new brothers were joining N&F: Simon (Simon Lowe), Oliver (Olly Murs) and Michael (Ben Champniss). Oliver was announced a few days after the other two brothers, played by pop singer Olly Murs. The characters made their debut in August 2016. The pairing of Oliver & Delilah was popular with viewers. Murs temporarily departed the program in August 2019, and returned in October 2019. Fans were disgusted at Oliver's comments in December 2019 & demanded that Murs quit the show. Three days later, Murs announced that, due to huge criticism about his comments to Delilah, he had decided to quit N&F, and will depart in Spring 2020. NJE also commented that in the months leading up to his departure, viewers would see more of his "dark side". He left in April 2020.
Reece Dinsdale

Reece Dinsdale is an actor who will play Joe Barlow for 2 episodes in May 2022.

His other notable credits include:

* Partners in Crime - Albert (1983-84)
* Home to Roost - Matthew Willows (1985-90)
* Haggard - Roderick Haggard (1990-92)
* Full Stretch - Tarquin Woods (1993)
* Thief Takers - DI Charlie Scott (1996)
* Conviction - Robert Seymour (2004)
* The Chase - Rick Johnson (2006-07)
* Coronation Street - Joe McIntyre (2008-10)
* Emmerdale - Paul Ashdale (2020-21)

His other credits include: take me home (1989), in deep (2001), born and bred (2003), dalziel and pascoe (2006), midnight man (2008), & silent witness (2008),
Jessica Plummer

Jessica Plummer is an actress who is set to play Chloe Edwards from February 2020.

Her other notable credits include:

Eastenders - Chantelle Atkins (2019-)

Her other credits include: wizards vs aliens (2013)

She is also a singer, and was a member of girl band Neon Jungle from 2013-15, and again from 2019-20 for the X factor otherside, and are known for their songs Trouble, Braveheart & Welcome to the jungle, and also a member of Sexipop, who were also on the x factor otherside in 2014.
Tyger Drew Honey

Tyger Drew Honey is an actor who played Johnny Goulding from 2011-13. When the character was reintroduced, the character was played by Joe Maw.

His other notable credits include:

The Armstrong and Miller show - various (2007-10)

Outnumbered - Jake Brockman (2007-14, 2016)

The large family - Lester large (2010)

Cuckoo - Dylan Thompson (2012-)

The ministry of curious stuff - Mr Lovett (2012)

Scream street - Luke Watson (2015-17)

His other credits include: citizen Khan (2015-16)

He was also a presenter on CBBC's  Friday Download between 2011-12
Joe Barlow

Joe Barlow is the father of John Barlow, Jennifer Lloyd, Richard Barlow, and Victoria Barlow. He will appear for two episodes in May 2022. He appeared for one episode in February 2023.

## Storylines

Joe first appears in May 2022, along with his daughter Victoria, when they arrive for the funeral of his son, John. After the funeral, Joe spots Damian, & punches him after saying he is responsible for John's death. Damian tells Joe that he is pleased that John had a decent parent, and leaves. He returned again in February 2023 for Jennifer's funeral.

## Background Info

In April 2022, it was announced that former Coronation Street and Emmerdale actor Reece Dinsdale would be joining N&F for two episodes as Joe Barlow, the father of departing character John Barlow (Mathew Bose), along with Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure as John's sister Victoria. He appeared for two episodes in May 2022. He returned for one episode in February 2023.