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Julie Harper

Julie Harper is the sister of David and June Harper. She appeared from July 2015 and July 2017.

## Storylines

Julie first appears in July 2015, when she comes to see her brother David and sister June. She is upset in July 2017, when June dies in the helicopter crash. She leaves two weeks later.

## Background Info

In May 2015, it was announced that Balamory actress Julie Wilson Nimmo would be joining as Julie Harper, the sister of established characters David Harper (Shaun Williamson) and June Harper (Gaynor Faye). In June 2017, it was announced that Julie had been axed in a large cast clearout due to lack of storylines. She left in July 2017.
Josephine Golding

Josephine Golding is the wife of Bill Golding & the mother of Sarah Golding. She has made four guest appearances, the first in July 2012, then in January 2013, June 2019, September 2019 and most recently March 2021. She was initially played by Kasia Haddad from 2012-13, but for her 2019 appearances was played by Diane Parish. Despite her minor appearance in N&F, she was a major character in J&C, N&F's predecessor.

## Storylines

Josephine first appears in July 2012, when she visits Ginny & Sarah. She reappears in January 2013, for Ginny's funeral. Six years later, she appears in June 2019 for Tom Golding's funeral, along with her other daughter Eva. She is shocked to find out about his cruel and sadistic past. She returns in September 2019 for Rosemary's funeral. She returns in March 2021 for Ginny's funeral.

## Background Info

Josephine was one of the original J&C characters, these being Jamie Williams, Ginny, Tom, Bill, Josephine, Sally, Lucy & Rosemary. She was known as Josie during her original stint. She returned for a guest appearance in July 2012, and again in January 2013. In these appearances, she was played by Kasia Haddad. In May 2019 it was announced that Josephine would be returning for two episodes, played by EastEnders star Diane Parish. She returned in June 2019.
Lee Andrews

Lee Andrews is the brother of Joseph Andrews. He appeared from January 2021. He will leave in January 2022.

## Storylines

Lee first appears in January 2021, when Alex and Joseph invite him round for a New Year party, along with Alex's sister Amanda. Joseph however forgets that Lee is there, and questions who Amanda is, due to his mental problems. Lee decides to move in with them.

## Background Info

In October 2020, it was announced that Alex Carter (who has appeared in Emmerdale, Hollyoaks and So Awkward) would be joining N&F as Lee Andrews, the younger brother of Joseph Andrews (Andrew Scarborough). He appeared from January 2021. In October 2021, Alex Carter confirmed that he had filmed his final scenes as Lee, and would be leaving in January 2022.
Paul Flappa

Rachel Ginger Eye

Paul Flappa is the airheaded and unscrupulous half-brother of Nikki Tuppen He has appeared on four occasions, the first being in May 2010, the second in February 2012, the third in November 2017, and will appear again in June 2021.

## Storylines

Paul first appears in May 2010 at Nikki and Viki's party, alongside his wife Jane and son Bob. Delilah, Laura and Nick are attending. It is clear they have all met before, as none of them like the Flappas. Paul winds Delilah up by spilling wine on her top, causing her to slap him across the face. Jane winds up Laura, causing them to have a blazing row, and Bob winds up Nick by mocking their house, causing them to slap him. The Flappas appear again in February 2012, when Nick attends the party. Bob continues winding up Nick, causing them to once again slap him. Paul and Jane defend Bob, but Nick calls him a brat. In November 2017, Paul phones Delilah, and tells her that Nikki is dying. When Delilah asks to see her, Paul refuses. Delilah and Tracy however manage to go in the day before she dies. Paul also tells Delilah that they aren't invited to her funeral. Delilah is cross at this, so makes a plan. Delilah, Tracy, Laura, Nick and Jenny gatecrash Nikki's funeral. Paul starts to protest, along with half sister Rachel, but is stopped by Angela. In June 2021, Shive Evans gives Nick (now known as Jade) Nikki's house in Poshnob Place. Jade is pleased, however Shive later reveals that someone else has bought the house, who is revealed to be Paul and Rachel. Jade meets up with them, and the three try to be amicable, but end up arguing. Shive decides to auction the house, and decide that way. Jade and Emma win the auction, infuriating Paul and Rachel.

## Background Info

Paul briefly appeared in 2005 in J&C. He first appeared In N&F in May 2010 and then in February 2012 at Nikki's party. In 2017, he returned, now played by Cerith Flinn. In May 2021, it was announced that Paul and Rachel Ginger Eye (Juliet Cowan) would be appearing again, in a storyline where they attempt to sabotage Jade's attempts to buy Nikki's house.
Joe McElderry

Joe McElderry is an actor and singer who has played Joe Celery in N&F since 2015.

He is better known as a singer, he won the X Factor 2009 (future N&F star Olly Murs was coincidentally the runner-up, and released an album *Ambitions* in 2010. His winner's single "The Climb" topped the UK chart for one week in January 2010, after being denied the Christmas no.1 after a Facebook campaign. Songs from *Ambitions* were also used in the NJE written film, My Miracle Life, most notably *Superman* and *Wide* *Awake*. He also won Popstar to Operastar in 2011. He also won the 2009 series of The X Factor (otherworld), as Geal and Joe. He had also played Joseph in the musical Joseph.
Josie Lawrence

Josie Lawrence is an actress who played Avril Williams between 2013-14, and for two episodes in 2018.

Her other notable credits include:

Campaign - Linda Prentice (1988)

Get fresh - presenter: get the joke! (1988)

Not with a bang - Janet Wilkins (1990)

Jackson pace: the great years - Ryveeta Tusk (1990)

Downwardly mobile - Sophie (1994)

Outside edge - Maggie Costello (1994-96)

The adventures of Dawdle the Donkey - Dawdle (1996-97)

A many splintered thing - Camilla (2000)

Fat friends - Julia freshman (2000-02)

The complete guide to parenting - phoebe Huntley (2006)

Eastenders - Manda Best (2009-10)

Her other credits include: the green man (1990), arena (1993), gogs (1995-96), skins (2007-08), Doctors (2010, 2012, 2014 (3 roles)), wizards vs aliens (2013), humans (2016), & good omens (2019)
Jennifer Hennessey

Jennifer Hennessey is an actress who played Amanda Mason between February 2013 & April 2014.

Her other notable credits include:

The Bill - barmaid (1994), Julie Houghton (1998), Becky foster (2002) Marion Clarke (2005)

Coronation Street - DC Kay (1997), Bernie Sayers (2009)

Undercover heart - Saffron (1998)

World of pub - various (2001)

Doctors - Gemma Stillman (2003), Miriam Allen (2007), DS Diane Peterson (2010), Alice Morrison (2013), Sonia Gilroy (2016)

Drop dead gorgeous - Kerry Willis (2006-07)

Lilies - Mrs brazendale (2007)

The cup - Janice McConnell (2008)

Marchlands - Liz Runcie (2011)

Wizards vs Aliens - Helen Clarke (2012-13)

The passing bells - Susan (2014)

Dickensian - Emily Cratchit (2015-16)

Her other credits include: casualty (1998, 2009 (2 Roles)), swallow (2001), the office (2002), emmerdale (2003), fat friends (2004), conviction (2004), holby city (2005, 2012 (2 Roles)), doctor who (2007, 2017 (2 Roles)), moving on (2009, 2013 (2 Roles)), South riding (2011), psychoville (2011), & death comes to pemberley (2013)
Rebeckya Valen

Rebeckya Valen is a friend of Mrs Celery, & the fiance of Chip Chucker. She first appeared for four episodes in September 2010, then for one episode in February 2011, and then on a full time basis in December 2017. She will leave again in  Spring 2020. She was played by Montanna Thompson from 2010-11, and by Emily Head from 2017.

## Storylines

### 2010-11

Rebeckya first appears in September 2010 at a party held by Mrs Celery, along with Emma Cenzi, Sally Richards & Chip Chucker. She made another appearance in February 2011, when she visits Nick, along with another friend, Ruby Red. Nita arrives and gets the wrong impression, and the three start fighting. Nick throws the three out.

### 2017-

Rebeckya returns in December 2017 with Chip, and turns up at Mrs Celery's house and announes that the pair are getting married. The pair send Christmas with Mrs Celery.

## Background Info

In September 2010, it was announced that four new characters were joining on a guest appearance for four episodes: Emma Cenzi (unknown actress), Rebeckya Valen (Montanna Thompson), Sally Richards (Elize Du Toit), & Chip Chucker Craig Gazey. Rebeckya made another guest appearance in February 2011. In September 2017, it was announced that Rebeckya (now played by Emily Head) & Chip were returning full time. NJE commented: "Two reasons for bringing these two back. One, we need more comedy characters, and Two, we need more people from Poshnob Place. There's only Mrs Celery, Ilf & Robert left." It was also announced that they were going to be getting married. "The combination of wacky Chip and posh Rebeckya will be a laugh!" The pair returned Christmas Day 2017. In January 2020, it was announced that Rebeckya & Chip would be leaving in Spring 2020.
Jill Tomlinson

Jason Tomlinson

Daniel Howells

Jill Tomlinson is the mother of Ed and Mary Tomlinson. She appeared for 10 episodes in August 2021, and for one episode in July 2022.

## Storylines

Jill first appears in August 2021, when she comes to stay for three weeks with Ed & Sue at their shop. During her stay, Ed and Sue fall out over a comment Sue makes about wishing her son Andrew, who has just died, hadnt been born. Jill manages to talk Sue round, and at Andrew's funeral, Sue breaks down and apologises to Ed, and Andrew's grave. Jill then sets up a fortune telling business outside the shop, telling Jade that she's going to have a lot of happy times to come, Hayli Squinteye that a new arrival will be coming into her life, and Alex Mason that she's going through an unhappy phase, and to meet up with her the following day. Then she tells Wallace Squinteye that a devastating disaster is going to happen in 11 months, people will die, and that Wallace will be involved in it, but cause it. The crystal ball then shows to the viewers Rebecca, Maria, Gemma and Jade dressed up at a wedding, people screaming, a loud crash, and Luke Lloyd looking worried. In July 2022, Jill returns, and is horrified to find thst her prediction came true.

## Background Info

In May 2021, it was confirmed that Doc Martin actress Eileen Atkins would be joining N&F on a ten episode stint, as the mother of Ed (Ted Robbins) and Mary Tomlinson (Patti Clare). NJE commented that Jill's storyline would also tie in with Alex Mason (Tanya Franks)'s coercive control storyline. She returned for one episode in July 2022.
Louisa Lytton

Louisa Lytton is an actress who is due to play Louise Johnson for two episodes in July 2019. The character may return later in the year/next year if popular. Her return was announced in September 2019. Lytton was given a two-month suspension in October 2020, and will depart in November 2020, and return in January, meaning she will be off screen from February to April 2021.

Her other notable credits include:

The Bill - Natalie shepherd (1997)/PC Bern Green (2007-09)

Eastenders - Ruby Allen (2005-06, 2018-)

Edge of Heaven - Michelle (2014)
Marie Apple

Marie Apple (nee Plegs) is the wife of Harry Apple She appeared from August 2009 until July 2012, and for one episode in October 2015.

## Storylines

Marie first appears in August 2009, as the girlfriend of Harry Apple. However, Harry's ex-wife Katye turns up. However she doesn't cause much problems. Harry and Marie marry in late 2009. She moves into 6 Hole Street. In February 2011, Marie is devastated when Harry dies in an explosion at The Corner Shop. In July 2012, Marie moves away. In September 2015, Barry, Harry and Marie attend Nick's wedding to Natalie Murphy.

## Background Info

Marie first appeared from August 2009, and was the same type as Barry and Harry Apple. After Barry and Harry were killed off in February 2011, Marie and Katye remained until July 2012, although they made very rare appearances.
Joe Absolom

Joe Absolom is an actor who will play Matthew Miller from 2022.

His other notable credits include:

* The Bill - Kevin Parsons (1992), Mark Crane (1993), Mick (1994), Justin Edward's (1995), Tommy Benning (1996), Mark Lawrence (2008)
* Eastenders - Matthew Rose (1997-2000)
* P.O.W - Drew Pritchard (2003)
* Servants - George Cosmo (2003)
* Trevor's World of Sport - Scott (2003)
* Doc Martin - Al Large (2004-)
* Vincent - PI Robert (2005-06)
* Personal Affairs - Bob Baxter (2009)
* The Level - Shay Nash (2016)
* A Confession - Christopher Halliwell (2019)
* The Bay - Andy Warren (2021)

His other credits include: casualty (1995, 2008 (2 roles)), The tenant of wildfell hall (1996), silent witness (1997), touching evil (1997), new tricks (2006, 2009 (2 roles)), & Hatfield and mccoys (2012)
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Jessie Shell

Jessie Shell is the sister of Emerald Shell, and the wife of Sharon Cole. She is one half of N&F's first lesbian couple. She made her first appearance in November 2015. She left in September 2023.

## Storylines

### 2015-

Jessie first appears in November 2015, when she applies for a job at Mrs Celery's cafe. Sharon, who works there, recognizes her as an old friend, and the two become close friends. In May 2016, Jessie is caught in a fire at The Tumpetty.  Later Sharon, who is relieved that Jessie is ok, kisses her. The pair continue this is secret until it is found out in March 2015, by Sharon's brother Harry, and his then girlfriend Jodie Slater. Fred is however accepting of the relationship. In 2018, Sharon proposes to Jessie, and in June 2019, the pair get married. In September 2023, Sharon and Jessie leave.

## Background Info

Jessie Shell was first announced in August 2015, apparently after NJE had a dream about Jessica Forrest. She made her debut in November that year. In May 2016, the previously unannounced kiss gained both praise and controversy, as the issue had never been dealt with in N&F, with the only regular gay characters introduced prior to this were Jedlis Conka (Hacker T. Dog) and Joe Celery (Joe McElderry). When asked, NJE responded: "well I was pairing characters together, such as Harry and Amy, and Denzil and Jasmiine, and I thought "Why The hell not? It's perfectly acceptable and normal nowadays!" The pair marrying in 2019 gained a lot of praise from the LGBTQ+ community, as this was the first same-sex marriage ever in N&F. In July 2023, Sharon and Jessie were axed due to lack of storylines. They left in September 2023.
Johnny Vegas

Johnny Vegas is an actor and comedian who played OneBungo in 2019.

His other notable credits include:

Attention scum - 24 hour news man (2001)

Happiness - Charlie Doyle (2001-03)

Dead man weds - Lewis Donat (2005)

Bleak House - Krook (2005)

Ideal - Moz (2005)

Benidorm - Geoff Maltby/The Oracle (2007-17)

Massive - Tony (2008)

Moone Boy - Crunchy Haystacks (2012-15)

Still open all hours - wet Eric (2013-)

Home from Home - Neil Hackett (2016-18)

His other credits include: rude tube (2012), & drunk history UK (2015-16 (2 roles))
Letitia Dean

Letitia Dean is an actress who played Sharon Richards between March 2012 & May 2013

Her other notable credits include:

Eastenders - Sharon Watts (1985-95, 2001-06, 2012-)

The hello girls - Chris cross (1996-98)

Lucy Sullivan is getting married - Charlotte (1999-2000)

Her other credits include: brookside (1984)
Nikki Tuppen

Nikki Tuppen is the sister of Viki Tuppen, & the friend of Delilah Wood. She first appeared in November 2007, & departed in November 2017, when the character was killed off.

## Storylines

Nikki first appears in November 2007, when she is shown living with her friends Delilah Moonsbury & Tracy Catmint. She supports Delilah when her husband Jamie dies. She moves in with her sister Viki in January 2008. In July 2008, Nikki & Viki find themselves looking after Jane, their niece. In May 2010, Nikki hosts a party, inviting Delilah & Nick to a party at their house. They clash with Nikki's half brother Paul Flappa, his snobby wife Jane, & his bratty son Bob. They end up arguing & punching the three before leaving. In October 2010, Nikki falls off a bicycle & breaks her leg. In February 2011, Nikki is not pleased when her half sister Rachel moves in. In November 2017, Nikki is diagnosed with heart coldness, & given weeks maximum to live. Paul & Rachel won't let Delilah or Tracy see her, however they get in when they know they aren't there. Nikki dies 6 days later. Paul & Rachel tell Delilah, that the funeral is "family only". However Delilah, Tracy, Nick, Laura & Jenny arrive at the funeral at the last moment.

## Background Info

Nikki was a late J&C character, who had appeared from December 2006. The character was one of only three J&C characters who crossed over from J&C to N&F. The others were Delilah Moonsbury & Tracy Catmint. However the character had few storylines, and Hayden Panettiere was reportedly offended when she was demoted to a recurring character in 2013. In Summer 2017, it was announced that Nikki would be killed off. She departed in November 2017, after 10 years in the role.
Joan Cooke

Joan Cooke is the grandmother of Hayli Squinteye. She has appeared since August 2020.

## Storylines

In August 2020, Hayli phones up her grandmother Joan, after she is diagnosed with cancer. Joan comes to stay with her during treatment. In October 2021, Joan strikes up a friendship with Victor Johnson.

## Background Info

In August 2020, four new cast members were introduced, including Joan, played by well-known actress Stephanie Cole. She appeared later that month.
Katherine Kelly

Katherine Kelly is an actress who played Rebecca Evans/McNally between 2008-18. She returned for one episode in 2019, and will return in 2020 full time.

Her other notable credits include:

* Coronation Street - Becky McDonald (2006-12)
* Mr Selfridge - lady Mae Moxley (2013-16)
* Happy valley - Jodie Shackleton (2016)
* Class - miss Andrea quill (2016)
* Strike back - Jane Lowry (2017-18)
* Cheat - Leah (2019)
* Criminal:UK - Natalie Hobbs (2019-20)
* Liar - DI Karen Renton (2020)
* Innocent - Sally Wright (2021)
* Bloods - George (2022)

Her other credits include: silent witness (2003), the field of blood (2013), the guilty (2013), the secret river (2015), the night manager (2016), him (2016) & gentleman Jack (2019)
Larry Lamb

Larry Lamb is an actor who played Tom Golding from 2017-18.

His other notable credits include:

Armchair thriller - CPO chalky white (1980)

Fox - Joey fox (1980)

Triangle - Matt Taylor (1981-83)

Christopher Columbus - Don Castillo (1985)

Get back - Albert sweet (1992-93)

Annie's bar - Terry Dunning (1996)

Supply and demand - Simon Hughes (1998)

The Bill - Jonathan Fox (2004-05)

Murphy's law - George Garvey (2005)

Cathedral - Thomas a' Beckett (2005)

Gavin and Stacey - Mick Shipman (2007-10, 2019)

Eastenders - Archie Mitchell (2008-09)

Love and marriage - Tommy Sutherland (2013)

New tricks - Ted case (2015)

Pitching in - Frank (2019)

His other credits include: Due Fratelli (1988), pursuit (1989), Lovejoy (1992), the Wimbledon poisoner (1994), our friends in the North (1996), the blonde bombshell (1999), & silent witness (2006)
Jennifer Lloyd

Matthew Alderton (half)

Ryan Alderton (half)

Jennifer Lloyd (nee Barlow) is a policewoman who appeared from May 2021. She is also the sister of John Barlow. She left in January 2023, when she was killed off. She returned in November 2023 as a hallucination.

## Storylines

Jennifer and her husband Jamie are first seen at the police station in May 2021, as new police officers. They have replaced WPC Flyheart, who had recently left. Jennifer is later revealed to be the sister of John Barlow. It is also hinted that she knows Matthew Alderton. She meets up with someone, who is revealed to be her mother Amanda Alderton-Barlow. It is revealed that she is the mother of Matthew, and wants revenge on John for being gay and Ryan's killer. In November 2021, Jennifer becomes a suspect when Matthew is killed. In a flashback, Jennifer spots Matthew antagonizing John and Damian, and arranges to meet up with Matthew. She then phones Amanda, and tells her she won't be following her orders anymore. She tells Matthew to leave John alone, to which he refuses. Jennifer shoved Matthew up against the cafe door, and tells him that she always hated him and Ryan and if he ever comes near her again she'll taser him. Later, she hears Matthew being run over. Therefore, she is ruled out. In May 2022, Jennifer is devastated when John commits suicide. In August 2022, Jennifer finds out that Jamie has kissed Lola Richards. This causes the pair to split. She is comforted by Rain Maki, and the pair later kiss. In January 2023, Jennifer is shot and killed by an unknown assailant outside her house. This is later revealed to be Lulu Spider. In November 2023, Jennifer appears in a hallucination by Rain, where she is shot by Lulu.

## Background Info

In March 2021, it was announced that a new couple, both police officers, would be joining N&F in the Spring. These were Jamie and Jennifer Lloyd (Played by Royce Pierreson and Jessica Raine respectively). NJE commented that they would be familiar with a recent character, which would be part of a storyline. This was revealed to be John Barlow (Mathew Bose), who is her brother. A connection with Matthew AldertonMatthew (Max Bowden) was also hinted. Jennifer made an unnanounced departure in January 2023, when the character was killed off. In November 2023, Jennifer returned for a one-off appearance as a hallucination by Rain Maki (Ned Porteous).
Poshnob Place

Poshnob Place (real name Small Valley Street) is a street of 9 large, expensive houses with large gardens, built around the 1950s. It's nickname comes from Delilah Wood and Jade Evans, who mean it in a lighthearted way.

It's residents over the years have included Nikki Tuppen, Mrs Celery, Ilfracwm McAlddon, Robert McAlddon, Rosemary Carpenter, and Alice Carpenter.

## Houses

### 2 Poshnob Place

#### Past Residents

 Alfie Weekday | February 2012-September 2012

### 7 Poshnob Place

#### Past Residents

 Rebeckya Valen | December 2017-April 2020
Pam Harris

Dave Evans (half)

Shive Evans (half)

Karren Grant (half)

Pam Harris (nee Evans) is the sister of Anne Evans, the half-sister of Julia Evans, Karren Evans, Damian Evans, Dave Evans & Shive Evans, the step-sister of Adrian Johnson, and the mother of Lucy, Alexis & Sam. She made her debut in June 2012, and left in October 2012, and made a one-off return in June 2019. She also made a one-off appearance in September 2020.

## Storylines

Pam first appears in June 2012 when she suddenly appears on the doorstep of No.1 with her children Lucy, Alexis, Sam & his wife Samantha. The five are all eccentric and Nick & Alex view them as weird. Nick also doesn't have a clue how she is related to them. The family move away in October 2012. Nick & Dave meet up with her in June 2019.

## Background Info

In January 2012, it was announced that "a new family" would be joining N&F, consisting of Pam, played by Emma Cooke, and her children Lucy (Charlene Tilton), Alexis (Samantha Giles), Sam (Sam Nixon), & his wife Samantha (Danniella Westbrook). The family joined in June 2012, and were instantly seen as "a pointless addition to the cast" and were badly received. The family left in October 2012. Pam was referred to again in 2019 when Nick found out that she was their father's stepsister, therefore Nick's aunt. She appeared on a guest appearance in June 2019 for one episode. She returned in September 2020, along with Karren Grant (Hannah Jane Fox) & **Pam Harris** (Emma Cooke) for the Evans Family reunion.
Katye Apple

Katye Apple is the ex-wife of Harry Apple. She appeared from August 2009 to July 2012.

## Storylines

Katye first appears in August 2009, when she confronts her ex-husband Harry Apple, who is cheating on her with Marie Plegs. She later forgives him, and they move in together in 6 Hole Street. In February 2011, Harry dies. In July 2012, Katye & Marie move away.

## Background Info

Katye appeared in J&C as two different characters. Firstly, a character named Fat Katie in 2005, and a character named Kate in 2006-07. Katye was later revealed to be the same character. She appeared first in August 2009. She appeared until July 2012, although made very rare appearances after 2010.
Julie McAlddon

Julie McAlddon is the sister of Richard McAlddon & Robert McAlddon. She made her debut in July 2011. She is also the longest running worker at The Tumpetty. She left in April 2022.

## Storylines

### 2011-

Julie first appears in July 2011, when Mrs Celery phones her trying to stop Ilfracwm Squinteye marrying her brother Robert. Julie however is pleased with Robert and Ilfracwm, and gets a job in The Tumpetty, working for Liz Dart. She makes very close friends with Diane Jenkins. Liz is killed in July 2012, and Rosemarie Weekday takes over from 2012-14, and then Claire Murphy from 2014-19, and currently Nick Evans & Emma Murphy. In May 2013, Julie finds an assaulted Delilah Worthington, who has just been attacked by Ryan Barker. In 2014, Julie, along with Diane and Delilah Worthingtonfriend and workmate Diane leaves in December 2018. In June 2019, Julie is cross when Emma throws Claire and Megan out of the Tumpetty. She tries to talk sense into Emma, but Emma refers to her as an "old bat". Julie resigns, but later returns when Nick talks to her and makes Emma apologize. Julie also admits that she never liked working for Claire. In April 2022, Julie announces she's retiring, moving to a run a small hotel by the sea with Diane. Jade, Emma, Hayli, Katherine, Shive, Tammie and Dave hold a leaving party for her, and Diane makes a surprise return. Julie and Diane then drive off together.

## Background Info

In May 2011, it was announced that Coronation Street actress Julie Goodyear was joining N&F as Robert McAlddon's sister Julie McAlddon. The character arrived in July 2011. The character was originally cast as a villain, however turned into more of a comedy character. She is the longest running worker at The Tumpetty, having been working there since two weeks after her arrival. There were rumours in late 2013 that Julie was leaving, however, these turned out to be false. In November 2021, it was confirmed that 6 characters has been axed, including Julie. Goodyear also revealed she was retiring in spring 2022. She left in April 2022, on Good Friday. Fans praised Julie's departure as "the best departure for ages".
Lizzy Stewart

## Relationships

Lizzy Stewart is a new character who will appear from January 2023.

## Storylines

Lizzy first appears in January 2023, when she begins to make mocking remarks to Jade on the day of Elle's trial. She continues to taunt Jade, and invites herself and her boyfriend Marcus to Elle Evans's party, where she mocks Jade, her house and family and plots to stab her. Jade however overhears, and hits both Lizzy and Marcus with a paperweight, knocking them both out. Jade and Emma phone an ambulance, and they are taken to hospital.

## Background Info

In October 2022, it was announced that Eastenders actress Milly Zero would join the cast of N&F as new character Lizzy Stewart. She arrived in January 2023.
Kameela Lopez

Kameela Lopez is a woman who meets up with several Hole Street residents, and is a friend of Natalie Evans. She appeared from July to September 2018.

## Storylines

In July 2018, several Hole Street residents go on holiday to Spain, including Nick Evans & Leigh Dawn. Kameela is shown spending time with them. However as they are departing, Kameela is shown on the phone to someone, who turns out to be Natalie Evans who wants revenge on Nick for cheating on her. Kameela flies to the UK, and is shown stalking Nick. However, Nick and Natalie accidentally meet, and the pair talk and make up, and Natalie & Kameela leave for Spain on good terms. However, just hours later, Megan gets a phone call from Tina, saying that Natalie & Kameela have both been killed in a car crash on Oyster Bridge. It turns out that this was done by Tom Golding.

## Background Info

In February 2018, it was announced the Coronation Street actress Bhavna Limbachia would be joining N&F that summer for a storyline. The characters name was announced as Kameela Lopez in May, and the character appeared in July. It turned out that she was working with Natalie Evans (Natalie J). The character was killed off offscreen, in a previously unannounced twist, along with Natalie. Limbachia criticised being killed off, and has said that she would have liked to return for a longer stint.
Peter Mills

Peter Mills is the husband of Daisy Mills, and the father of Jody Mills & Tom Mills. He appeared from August 2013 to May 2016, when the character died.

## Storylines

Peter first appears in August 2013, when he moves in with his wife Daisy, and his children Jody & Tom. He gets the job as the local vicar. In May 2016, Peter is killed in a fire at The Tumpetty.

## 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. Peter left in May 2016, when his character died.
Michael Jayston

Michael Jayston is an actor who played Bill Golding in November 2009.

His other notable credits include:

The power game - Lincoln dowling (1969)

Macbeth - Macbeth (1970)

Jane Eyre - Edward Rochester (1973)

Quiller - Quiller (1975)

Tinker tailor soldier spy - Peter guillam (1979)

Flesh and blood - Ross brassington (1980)

Doctor who - The valeyard (1986)

A bit of a do - Neville badger (1989)

Cluedo - colonel mustard (1991)

The darling buds of May - Ernest Bristow (1993)

Outside edge - bob Willis (1995-96)

Holby City - judge (2001), Lawrence bremmen (2006), sid Harvey (2010)

Eastenders - Alastair (2002)

Doctors - vern coren (2003), Bill marston (2011), alf Sidney (2013), Brian Maxwell (2015)

Emmerdale - Donald de souza (2007-08)

His other credits include: thriller (1973, 1974 (2 Roles)), BBC play of the month (1974, 1975 (2 Roles)), crown court (1977, 1984), big deal (1985), the ruth Rendell mysteries (1988), haggard (1990), casualty (1992, 2011, 2017 (3 roles)), Paul Merton in Galton & Simpson's (1996 (2 Roles)), heartbeat (1996, 2006 (2 Roles)), a dinner of herbs (2000), the bill (2000, 2006 (2 Roles)), the royal (2003-04, 2007), foyle's war (2007-08)
Leondre DeVries

Leondre Devries is an actor and singer who played Jamie Gale between 2016-18. He quit to focus on music. The character was replaced by Toby Murray in late 2018.

He is also a singer, best known as one half of Bars and Melody, alongside Charlie Lenehan (who played Jack Varley from 2015-17), who came third on Britain's got Talent 2014. Their song "Hopeful" topped the Big Top 20 for three weeks in August 2014.
Luke Weekday

Luke Weekday is the son of Rosemarie Weekday, the husband of Sian Weekday, and the father of Alfie Weekday. He appeared from January 2012 to February 2015.

## Storylines

Luke first appears in January 2012, alongside his mother Rosemarie, his wife Sian, and his son Alfie, when they meet up with Rosemarie's friend Ilfracwm McAlddon. They are looking for a house, so Ilfracwm suggests they move in with her and her husband Robert. In August 2012, The Weekdays move into No.5. Weeks later, the house is set on fire by Victor Rotten-Disco. They family temporarily move back in with Ilfracwm & Robert. In October 2012, Rosemarie & Luke rescue their neighbours Nick & Alex when Victor drives into a pond. In 2014, the Weekdays move into Swanlake Road. In February 2015, the family move away.

## Background Info

In August 2011, it was announced that a new family, The Weekdays, were joining N&F. This consisted of Rosemarie (Sue Nicholls), Luke (Tommy Knight), Sian (Zoe Lister) and Alfie Weekday (Alex Bain). The family appeared from January 2012. In September 2014, it was announced that the Weekdays were leaving, apart from Alfie, who was popular with viewers. They left in February 2015.
Lily Jackson

Adam Jackson

Wallace Squinteye

Lily Jackson is the daughter of Kellie Jackson and Jon Squinteye. She first appeared in August 2023.

## Storylines

Lily is born offscreen in January 2023. In August 2023, Kellie goes to her brother Simon's funeral. Whilst there, she gets into a fight with Hayli Squinteye, and it is revealed that she has a daughter, Lily, who is then introduced to Hayli.

## Background Info

Lily made an unannounced arrival in August 2023.
Mitchell/Thomas family

The Mitchell/Thomas family are a family that have appeared since August 2015.

* Ricky Thomas, married Jayne Mitchell (1990-2005) & Cheryl Thomas (1993-2000)
	+ Jamie Mitchell†, son of Ricky & Jayne
	+ Paul Thomas, son of Ricky & Cheryl
	+ Sam Thomas, daughter of Ricky & Cheryl
	+ Amy Mitchell, daughter of Ricky & Jayne
	+ Holly Thomas, daughter of Ricky & Cheryl
	+ Robbie Mitchell, son of Ricky & Jayne
		- Ariana Mitchell-Evans, daughter of Robbie & Lucy Evans
Jessica Barden

Jessica Barden is an actress who played Katie Catmint between June & July 2012

Her other notable credits include:

Coronation Street - Kayleigh Morton (2007-08)

Chickens - barmaid (2011-13)

Penny dreadful - Justine (2016)

The end of the f\*\*\*ing world - Alyssa (2017-)

Lambs of God - sister Carla (2019)

Her other credits include: the outcast (2015)
Katherine Dow Blyton

Katherine Dow Blyton is an actress who will play Jayne Owen from 2023.

Her other notable credits include:

* Coronation Street - Nicola Owens (1996), Dr. Groves (1998), Doctor (1999), Liz Morrisey (2001), Niamh McQuillan (2007)
* Emmerdale - Doctor (1996), Harriet Finch (2013-22)
* Hollyoaks - Sally Hunter (2001-05)
* Casualty - Maya Joseph (2006), Mary Jarvis (2009), Brenda Timms (2011), Sally Hobson (2013)
* This is England '86 - Chrissy (2010)
* The Syndicate - Annie (2012)
* This is England '90 - Chrissy (2015)

Her other credits include: sirens (2011), this is England '88 (2011), silent witness (2012), & the village (2013)
Julia Jackson

Dave Evans

Shive Evans

Karren Grant

Adam Jackson

Julia Jackson (nee Evans) is the mother of Kellie Jackson, and the sister of Karren Grant, Damian Evans, Dave Evans & Shive Evans. She made a one off appearance in September 2020, another in June 2022, another in July 2022, another in January 2013 and another in August 2023.

## Storylines

In September 2020, Julia attends the Evans Family Reunion in Mrs C's Cafe, along with her son Adam and her daughter Kellie. She is interested to meet Shive's youngest children, Jade & Gemma. Adam spills a drink on Kellie's white top, and then tries to clean it, making it worse. Kellie loses it and slaps him. Julia sides with Adam over it. Kellie moves out. Julia reappears in June 2022, when she attends Shive and Tammie's wedding party. Hayli Squinteye gatecrashes the party and begins arguing with Kellie. Julia tries to intervene, and Hayli pushes her into a table. In July 2022, Julia returns for Shive's wedding. She later supports Kellie at Jon's funeral, and helps when Kellie moves back in with her. She returns for Shive's funeral in January 2023, alongside Karren & Anne. In August 2023, Julia returns for Simon's funeral, alongside Adam and Kellie.

## Background Info

In July 2020, it was announced that the two unseen Evans sisters, Julia & Anne, would be appearing for a one-off episode in September 2020, for the Evans Family reunion episode. The actresses were revealed as Eastenders actress Lorraine Stanley playing Julia, and Hollyoaks actress Moya Brady playing Anne. Julia reappeared in June 2022 for one episode, again in July 2022 for six episodes, and again in January 2023 for one episode, and another in August 2023.
June Brown

June Brown is an actress who played Sweetie James between September 2012 & September 2014, and made guest appearances in April 2017 & September 2019.

Her other notable credits include:

ITV Television Playhouse - Policewoman (1960), Freda (1960), Alice (1960), Nellie (1962)

Z Cars - Jill Bolton (1964), Josie West (1971), Mrs Jenkins (1972)

Dixon of Dock Green - Miss Clark (1965), Waitress (1965), Mrs Crouch (1966), Ruth (1968), Brenda Walker (1969)

ITV Sunday Night Theatre - Dorothy (1969), Nora (1969), Betty (1970), Mrs Lowe (1973)

Play for Today - Clara (1971), Hilda (1973), Melanie (1980), Brenda (1980), June (1981)

Doctor Who - Eleanor (1973-74)

South Riding - Lily Sawden (1974)

The Prince and the Pauper - Mother Canty (1976)

The Duchess of Duke Street - Violet Leyton (1976-77)

Now and Then - Aunt Sadie (1983-84)

Eastenders - Dot Cotton/Branning (1985-93, 1997-2020)

Her other credits include: ITV Play of the Week (1963, 1964 (2 Roles)), The Wednesday Play (1965, 1966 (2 Roles)), Coronation Street (1970-71), Owen MD (1971), marked Personal (1974), Couples (1976), God's Wonderful Railway (1980), Lace (1984), Relative Strangers (1985), Ain't Misbehavin' (1997), & Gormenghast (2000)

Sadly, June Brown passed away on 4th April 2022, aged 95
Kerry Gale

Kerry Gale is the adopted daughter of Cheryl Gale & Tom Gale, and the adopted sister of Katy Gale & Edito Gale. She appeared from Febuary 2012 & October 2012.

## Storylines

Kerry first appears in February 2012, when she appears alongside her adopted parents Cheryl & Tom and her adopted sisters Katy & Edito. In October 2012, the family move into No.6, however Kerry soon moves out after a week. Tom & Edito later leave in February 2013.

## Background Info

In September 2011, it was announced that a new family, the Gale family, would appear from 2012, consisting of Cheryl (Holly Quin Ankrah), Tom (Gary Damer), Katy (Georgia May Foote), **Kerry** (Kerry Ann Thoo) & Edito (Erato Anagnostou). The family appeared from February 2012. Kerry left in October 2012.
Lisa Hammond

Lisa Hammond is an actress who played Donna Slater from 2016-

Her other notable credits include:

Grange hill - Denny (1994-96)

Bleak house - Harriet (2005)

Psychoville - Kerry (2009-11)

Eastenders - Donna Yates (2014-18)

Vera - Helen Milton (2015-17)

Her other credits include: max and paddy's road to nowhere (2004), & lowdown blap (2017)
Lisa Faulkner

Lisa Faulkner is an actress who was set to play Fiona James, however due to behaviour in EastEnders was removed and replaced by Vicky Hall, who looks completely different.

Her other notable credits include:

Dangerfield - Alison Dangerfield (1995)

And the best goes on - Christine Spencer (1996)

Holby City - Victoria merrick (1999-2001)

Burn it - Emma wainwright (2003)

Murder in suburbia - DS Emma Scribbins (2005-06)

New street law - Laura scammell (2006-07)

Murdoch mysteries - Anna fulford (2010-12)

EastEnders - Fi Browning (2017)

Her other credits include: brookside (1997-98), spooks (2002), & a confession (2019)
Lesley Mills

Lesley Mills is the mother of Daisy & Lucy Mills. She appeared from December 2014 to May 2016.

## Storylines

Lesley first appears in December 2014, when she moves in with her daughter Daisy and her family at 11 Spencer Street. Lesley suffers from agoraphobia and anxiety, and is walking home from the shop when she suffers an anxiety attack. She is helped by Nick, who helps her home. Daisy is grateful. In May 2016, Daisy's husband Peter dies. Lesley takes Daisy's children, Jody & Tom away for a break.

## Background Info

In October 2014, it was announced that Welsh actress Siwan Morris was joining N&F as Lesley Mills, the mother of Daisy Mills (Katy Wix). Morris is actually only a few years older than Wix, so she had to be made to look older for the part. She arrived in December 2014. However, in January 2016, it was announced that most of the Mills family, apart from Daisy & Lucy (Sally Bretton) were leaving. They left in May 2016.
Luisa Bradshaw White

Luisa Bradshaw White is an actress who played Luisa Cole for four episodes in August 2018, when her son Harry died. She is going to make a two episode return in August 2019, for Harry's departure.

Her other notable credits include:

Grange Hill - Maria Watts (1991-94)

This Life - Kira (1996-97)

Bad Girls - Lorna Rose (1999)

Holby City - Lisa Fox (2001-05)

Eastenders - Tina Carter (2013-)

Her other credits include: the bill (1995, 1996, 1997 (3 roles)), birds of a feather (1997-98), big bad world (1999), in defence (2000), London's burning (2001), & homefront (2012).
Martin Trenaman

Martin Trenaman is an actor who will play Ken Overview from July 2020.

His other notable credits include:

Barking - Various (1998)

Microsoap - Various (1998-2000)

Hope and Glory - Mike Walters (2000)

tlc - The Wheelchair Man (2002)

The Inbetweeners - Alan Cooper (2008-10)

PhoneShop - Lance (2009-13)

All at Sea - Mr. Leith (2013-14)

Babylon - Miles (2014)

So awkward - Ken (2018)

His other credits include: world of pub (2001 (3 roles)), I was a rat (2001), moving wallpaper (2008, 2009 (2 Roles)), the impressions show with culshaw and Stephenson (2009), it's Kevin (2013), moonfleet (2013), uncle (2015), queens of mystery (2019), & quiz (2020)
Oliver Squinteye

Oliver Squintye is the son of Jon & Hayli Squinteye, and the brother of Jade Squinteye. He made his debut in May 2018.

## Storylines

In May 2018, Jon & Hayli Squinteye, the brother and sister-in-law of Wallace, come to see the Squinteyes for a family gathering, along with their children, Jade and Oliver. They later move into 7 Hole Street.

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Lacey Turner

Lacey Turner is an actress who played Tiffany Varlena for one episode in 2012, before returning in 2018 as Hayli Squinteye

Her other notable credits include:

Eastenders - Stacey Slater (2004-10, 2014-)

Bedlam - Ellie flint (2012)

Switch - Stella (2012)

The one about a social worker - Tamsin Geraghty (2013)

Our girl - Molly dawes (2013-14)

Her other credits include: true love (2012)
Richard David-Caine

Richard David Caine is an actor who currently plays Chris Taylor since January 2022.

His other notable credits include:

* Swashbuckle - Line (2013-??)
* Class Dismissed - Various (2016-20)
* Horrible Histories - Various (2017-)
* People just do Nothing - Sam (2017-18)
* Diddy TV - Various (2018)
* Big Fat Lie - Various (2020-21)

His other credits include: Justin's house (2016-17), Avenue 5 (2020)
Lewys Wood

Maria Evans (half)

Gemma Evans (half)

Jodie Evans (half)

Lucy Evans (half)

Chloe Evans (half)

Ruby Wood

Lewys Wood is the son of Delilah & Oliver Wood, the brother of Ruby Wood, & the half-brother of Mareon, Rebecca, Maria, Gemma, Jade, Jodie, Lucy & Chloe. He made is debut in October 2018. He made an unannounced departure in March 2020, when the character unexpectedly died. He returned in December 2020.

## Storylines

In April 2018, Delilah finds out she is pregnant with her tenth child. In October, her daughters, Maria & Jodie are run over by Tom Golding. Jodie is severely injured, and Maria later dies. When Delilah is told this, Delilah collapses in pain, and Lewys is born prematurely, 7 months. Lewys stays in hospital until December, when Lewys is brought home. In February 2020, Lewys becomes unwell, worrying Delilah, although she acts as if everything is fine. In March 2020, Delilah returns to find that Lewys had died. Oliver believes that Delilah killed him deliberately to get at him. In December 2020, on Christmas day, a young boy turns up on the doorstep of No.1. He says his name is Lewys, and is Delilah's son.

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The character made a shock departure in March 2020, when the character died. This caused a lot of controversy within a short space of time due to it being the first instance where a child character had died.

In April 2020, it was announced that Harley Harrison, who NJE had been impressed with on CBBC show The 4 O'Clock Club, would be joining N&F. Initial reports showed that he would be playing Johnny Murphy, however this idea was scrapped. However NJE said that Harrison would still be joining as a mystery character. On Christmas Day 2020, Harrison joined as Lewys. This had been previously unannounced.
Lucy Black

## Relationships

Lucy Black was a friend of Barry Apple. She appeared from August 2009 to August 2011.

## Storylines

Lucy first appears in August 2009, when she moves into No.6 with her friend Barry Apple. They are later joined by Barry's brother Harry, his wife Marie, and his ex-wife Katye. In August 2011, some evil men break into No.6, and shoot and kill Lucy.

## Background Info

Lucy first appeared in August 2009. She had very few storylines during her time on N&F. In June 2011, it was announced that Lucy was leaving, and she left in August 2011, when the character was killed off.
Katy Joray

## Relationships

Katy Joray is the cousin of Dumplianne Joray. She was first seen in June 2010 for two episodes, before returning as a regular from October 2010 to August 2011.

## Storylines

Katy first appears in June 2010 as a friend of Jules Golding's, who is hired as a chef for her birthday. She is also revealed as the cousin of Dumplianne Joray. Unfortunately, Katy is a terrible chef, and causes Jules to leave. Four months later, in October 2010, Katy returns, and moves in with Mrs Celery. In February 2011, Katy is caught up when a van crashes into The Corner Shop, and is injured. In August 2011, some evil men break into Mrs Celery's house, and chase Katy up to the roof of 5 Poshnob Place and push Katy to her death.

## Background Info

Katy first appears in June 2010 for two episodes. She returned as a regular in October 2010. In June 2011, it was announced that Katy would be leaving. She left in August 2011, when the character was killed off.
Nick Wilton

Nick Wilton is an actor who played Councillor James in 2019.

His other notable credits include:

Carrotts Lib (1982-83)

No.73 - various (1982-86)

The satellite show - various (1989)

Jackanory - storyteller (1990-93)

WYSIWYG - Wysiwig (1992)

Big meg little meg - Mr seagrove (2000-01)

Eastenders - Mr lister (2008-18)

His other credits include: Hardwicke house (1987), the bill (1995, 1999, 2004 (3 roles)), scoop (2009, 2010 (2 Roles)), & doctors (2010, 2012 (2 roles))