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Lynda Roberts

Lynda Roberts is the ex-wife of Lewis Roberts & the mother of Charlie Roberts. She made her debut in September 2019 & left in October 2019. She will return in late December until January, at the climax of the current storyline. She returned for two episodes in March. She returned in January 2022 for one episode, before returning as a regular in April 2022. She left in January 2023.

## Storylines

Lynda first appears in September 2019, when Lewis, contacts him when Charlie dies. Lynda is devastated and vows to get her revenge on who did it to him. In December 2019, Lewis contacts Lynda and tells her he knows who killed Charlie. Lynda returns, and Lewis tells her it was Megan. Lynda vows to kill her. Lynda runs over Megan in her car. Lynda reappears at Lewis' wedding to Fiona James, wielding a gun, and tries to shoot Megan. In an attempt to stop her, George & Holly jump on her, accidentally setting the gun off and shooting Lewis. In January 2022, Lynda returns, having been released from prison. She goes to see Fiona, and says she wants to see Lewis, however Fiona reveals that Lewis died. Lynda is shocked, and says that she's glad Lewis's killer is dead. She also says she was suffering mental health problems after Charlie died. Lynda returns in April 2022, when she is revealed as the girlfriend of Rick James. She left in January 2023, alongside Rick.

## Background Info

In June 2019, it was announced that EastEnders star Kellie Bright would be joining N&F later in the year as Lynda, the ex-wife of Lewis Roberts (Laurence Fox). She appeared from September to October 2019, and returned in late December 2019 for another guest stint until January 2020. She will return again in March 2020 for another short stint. She returned for two episodes. She made an unannounced return in January 2022, before returning full time in April 2022. In July 2022, the character was axed in a cast clearout. She left in January 2023.
Shaun Williamson

Shaun Williamson is an actor who played David Harper from 2012-.

His other notable credits include:

Eastenders - Barry Evans (1994-2004)

Extras - Barry from eastenders (2005-07)

Scoop - Digby Digworth (2009-11)

Life's too short - himself (2011-13)

Sexy murder - Brian Jessop (2016)

His other credits include: the bill (1994, 2008 (2 roles)), doctors (2008, 2011, 2014 (3 roles)), Houdini (2014)
Tia Evans

London (2017-)

Nita Evans (adoptive)

Emma Murphy (2020-)

Amii Evans

Tia Goulding (previously Evans & Allen) is the sister of Kales Evans, Amii Evans & Bianca Richards, the daughter of Lilly Allen, & the adoptive daughter of Nick Evans & Nita Evans. She made her debut in January 2010, and left in January 2011. She returned briefly in April 2011, and returned full time in Decembef 2011. She departed in July 2017. She made a guest appearance in April 2019. She returned in December 2021.

## Storylines

Tia first appears in January 2010, when she, along with her sisters Amii & Kales, turns up in the garden of 4 Hole Street, where Nick & Nita had just moved into. They are looked after by the two, however Kales moves out in July. In May 2010, Tia sets her bedroom on fire, frightening her. In January 2011, Lilly Allen appears and takes Amii & Tia back. Tia briefly stays with Nick in April 2011, though doesn't get along with their new partner Alex. Tia goes to stay with Sally Richards. In December 2011, Sally returns with Tia, and drops her off with Nick & Alex. In February 2012, Alex trashes the front room of 1 Hole Street, and when Nick comes home blames Tia. In March 2012, Kales returns. In October 2012, Tia is pleased when Nick & Nita get back together. In November 2012, Nick is killed by a speeding Kim Beerden, but is resurrected in December 2012. In August 2013, Kales is attacked by Ryan Barker with Tia & Amii witnessing. In September 2016, Tia saves Nathan Spider when Sallie Collins throws him In front of a train. In October 2016, Tia & Amii start bullying Robbie Evans, resulting in him falling down the stairs on Christmas Day. In 2017, Tia starts a relationship with Johnny Goulding. In July 2017, Johnny asks Tia to move away with her. Tia announces that she's leaving to Nick, who is upset, but supportive. Tia leaves the next day. In April 2019, Nick & Nita get invites to Tia & Johnny's wedding, and the pair get married. In December 2021, Tia comes back to Hole Street for Christmas, however is reluctant to return. In April 2022, Tia tells Amii and Kales that she and Johnny have split due to him wanting children and she didn't. In October 2023, Tia is shot by Ryan Barker. He refuses for her to have help, but is later saved by Amii, Nicky and Kai.

## Background Info

In January 2010, it was announced that three young girls would live with Nick and Nita: 12yr old Kales Jessie Williams, 10yr old Tia (Mia McKenna Bruce), & 5yr old Amii (Amber Chadwick), later Elle Mulvaney). In January 2011, Amii & Tia departed. However Tia briefly returned in April 2011. In October 2011, it was announced that Tia would be returning, she returned in December 2011. In July 2017, it was announced that Tia would be departing after 7 years. She left just two days later, along with the Goulding family. She returned briefly in April 2019, when she married Johnny Goulding (Joe Maw). In September 2021, it was announced that Tia would be returning in late 2021. She returned in December 2021.
Sarah Lancashire

Sarah Lancashire is an actress who played Traquelle Davis between December 2011 & July 2012

Her other notable credits include:

Coronation Street - Wendy Farmer (1987)/Raquel Watts (1991-96, 2000)

Bloomin' Marvellous - Liz Deakin (1997)

Where the Heart is - Ruth Goddard (1997-99)

Chambers - Ruth Quirke (2000)

Clocking off - Yvonne Kolakowski (2000)

The glass - Carol Parker (2001)

Rose and Maloney - Rose Linden (2002-05)

Oliver Twist - Mrs Corney (2007)

Lark rise to candleford - Adult Laura (2008-11)

All the small things - Esther Caddick (2009)

Last tango in Halifax - Polly Bevan (2012-16, 2020)

The paradise - Miss Audrey (2012-13)

Happy Valley - Catherine Cawood (2014-16)

School of roars - Mrs Grayson (2017-18)

Kiri - Miriam Grayson (2018)

MotherFatherSon - Angela Howard (2019)

The accident - Polly Bevan (2019)

His other credits include: the rotters club (2005), wuthering heights (2009), five daughters (2010), upstairs downstairs (2012)
Mad Mary

Mary Tomlinson (usually known as "Mad Mary" is an eccentric woman who is good friends with Nick. She is known for her eccentric comments and cheerful personality. She made her debut in May 2010 & departed three months later in August. She returned in March 2012, and left February 2013. She returned full time in December 2018.

## Storylines

### 2010-13

Mary first appears in May 2010 when she asks Nick Evans about Swanlake Road. She also claims to love flowers and bananas. Mary then appears in June when an old woman attacks Nick, and she helps them. Nick goes back to Mary's house where they meet her sister, Hayley. Nick is both fascinated and confused by their eccentric conversations. In August, Mary and Hayley are on a bus, which it later reveals has crashed. In March 2012, Mary turns up in The Tumpetty. She reveals that Asha Parrotfield & Hayley along with The Grand Oompah died in the bus crash. Mary makes her last appearance in February 2013.

### 2018-

Mary reappears in December 2018. Nick is pleased to see her. In April 2019, Mary gets a job at Ilfracwm's new business in Stall Street. In February 2021, Mary sees Ed Tomlinson and Sue Tomlinson moving into the shop next door and comes running over to see them. It is revealed that she is Ed's sister. In April 2021, Mary tells Ed and Sue, plus her friend Fiona, that she had a son, which she had given up for adoption, which she wants to track down. Ed, Sue and Fiona look into it. They manage to track down her son, Daniel Howells, who is working on a farm in Wales, and wants to meet up. The pair meet two days later. In September 2021, Mary is pleased when Hayley returns. In October 2021, Mary finds out that Daniel found out about his father, Alan Jones, and he asks him why she didn't tell him. She tells him that she wanted to protect him, but he moves out as a result.

## Background Info

Mary was announced in May 2010, arriving only a week later. Fans were taken with her cheerful and eccentric personality. However, along with many others, Mary was axed after only three months. In late 2011, it was announced that Mary was returning in early 2012. She returned in March 2012. However, fans were disappointed by her return, along with other reintroductions, such as Kerry Orange & Natasha Wood. In a large cast clearance, Mary was axed once again in February 2013, only 11 months after her return. In October 2018, it was announced that Mary would be returning permanently in December 2018. She returned, and instantly fans were happier This time. In 2021, it was revealed that she was a member of the new Tomlinson family, as she is the sister of Ed Tomlinson (Ted Robbins). In 2021, it was announced that Mary would be in a storyline in which she was looking for her long lost son.

Mary's cheerful personality and eccentric tales and comments, sometimes slightly risque, have made the character well liked by most fans.
PC Leonard Greene

## Relationships

PC Leonard Greene is a retired police officer who will be involved in a storyline with Delilah Evans. He will appear from January 2023.

## Background Info

On New Year's Eve 2022, it was announced that well known Welsh actor Owen Teale would be joining N&F as retired police officer PC Leonard Greene. Jade Carpenter announced that he is a face from Delilah Evans (Samantha Womack)'s past, and that viewers "won't like him". He will appear from late January 2023.
Sam Nixon

Sam Nixon is an actor, tv presenter & singer, who played Sam Harris between June & October 2012.

His is better known as a tv presenter, along with Mark Rhodes, in the double act Sam & Mark

Together they appeared on:

Pop Idol (2003)

Top of the pops reloaded (2005-06)

TMi (2006-10)

Do something different (2007)

Sam and Mark's guide to dodging disaster (2008-09)

Copycats (2010-12, 2016)

Comic relief does glee club (2011-14)

Sam and Mark's big Friday windup (2011-19)

dancing on ice (2012)

Junior bake off (2014-18)

Crackerjack (2020-)

They also topped the UK singles chart in 2004 with "With a little help from my friends"
Louise Johnson

Pam Harris (step)

Anne Evans (step)

Shive Evans

Louise Johnson is the daughter of Adrian Johnson, & the cousin of Nick Evans. She made a one off appearance in August 2019, and made a full time in January 2020. She left in November 2020, after the actress was axed. She returned in October 2021.

## Storylines

Louise first appears in August 2019, when she and her father Adrian arrive in The Tumpetty to see Dave & Nick. In December 2019, Adrian tells Nick that Louise & Katie are looking for a job. The two sisters arrive in early 2020, and get a job at The Tumpetty. In November 2020, Louisa suddenly leaves as Adrian needs help in Liverpool. Louisa leaves hurriedly after saying goodbye to Jade and Katie. In December 2021, Louise returns, and reveals she is in a long distance relationship with someone from Swanshire, who turns out to be [[Jason Tomlinson]]. In December 2022, Jason is arrested for the murder of Daniel Howells. In May 2023, Louise is selling the cloud, when Julie Peacock offers to go into partnership with her. In June 2023, Louise and Katie go on a girls night out. Louise goes home before everyone else, and decides to walk home from the station. Louise is followed and beaten up by a gang of thugs.

## Background Info

Louise was first announced in June 2019, along with Adrian Johnson (Paul Usher), to appear on a guest stint. Louisa Lytton was chosen, due to her role on EastEnders. She appeared for one episode in August 2019. Lytton was told that it the character was popular, she could return later on. In September 2019, it was announced that Lytton would be returning full time in Early 2020. She returned in January 2020, alongside her sister Katie (Katie McGlynn). The two arrivals were instantly popular with viewers. Louise and Katie were heavily rumoured to be taking over as lead characters from early 2021, however these plans were scrapped when Louisa Lytton was axed from N&F in October 2020 due to behaviour on EastEnders. NJE said that scenes had to be quickly filmed, as the other scenes for November were filmed in August. She will leave in November 2020. Within hours of her axing, 2,000 complaints had been made online, as well as a petition to save Lytton's character. One fan said "So let me get this straight, Katie Jarvis (who plays Emma Murphy) causes a fight, gets arrested and racially abuses a black woman, and gets no more than a two month suspension. A character played by Louisa, not Louise (Johnson), not Louisa (Lytton) herself, Ruby Allen (her Eastenders character), fictionally plots a revenge scheme and she gets instant dismissal. Where's the logic in that!?" One day later, NJE announced that Lytton would be given a two month suspension, starting in November, but would return to filming in January 2021. This would have meanf that she will be offscreen from February to April 2021. NJE later changed their mind, and the chracter was axed. She left on 18th November 2020. In September 2021, 10 months after Lytton's axing, NJE announced they were giving Lytton another chance, and that Louise would be returning in late 2021. She returned in October 2021.
Rosemary Carpenter (actress)

Rosemary Carpenter was an actress and singer who played Rosemary Carpenter between 2009-11. She was also the grandmother of co-star and creator NJE, who plays Nick Evans. She quit in autumn 2011 due to health, and was replaced by Gwen Taylor.

Her other notable credits include:

The office workers - Rosemary Williams (1966-92)

She was also a singer, and went to no.1 in July 2010 with "I hear the band far away"

Sadly, Rosemary was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2012, and sadly passed away in June 2019. Her character will subsequently be written out.
Kasza Wang

Kasza (pronounced Kasha) Wang is the brother of Jasmiine Wang. He made his first appearance in May 2018, & left in November 2018.

## Storylines

Kasza first appears in May 2018 at Jasmiine's birthday party, where he is introduced to Denzil. He is wearing very minimal clothing, and announces that he's genderfluid. He moves in with Denzil & Jasmiine. He is upset in September when Jasmiine is killed. He leaves in November 2018.

## Background Info

In May 2018, Kasza was seen at Jasmiine Wang (Elizabeth Tan)'s birthday party. It was announced he was a new regular, who was previously unannounced. He was popular with viewers. However, in October 2018, it was announced that he was leaving. He left in November 2018, after just 6 months.
Kelly Adams

Kelly Adams is an actress who played Emma Cenzi between April 2011 & January 2013

Her other notable credits include:

Holby City - Mickie Hendrie (2004-06)

Hustle - Emma Kennedy (2009-12)

Bluestone 42 - Mary (2013-14)

Ronja, the robbers daughter - birk (2014-15)

Mr selfridge - Nancy Webb (2015)

Her other credits include: this town (2012)
Tracy Ann Oberman

Tracy Ann Oberman is an actress who played Sally Richards in March 2011, December 2011 & May 2017. The character was previously played by Elize du Toit

Her other notable credits include:

Bob Martin - Beverley (2000-01)

Slightly Filthy Show - Various (2001)

Big Train - Various (2002)

EastEnders - Chrissie Watts (2004-05)

Bromwell High - Various (2005)

Sorted - Amy (2006)

Chop Socky Chooks (2007-08)

Friday Night Dinner - Aunty Val (2011-18)

Jewish Mum of the Year - Host & Judge (2012)

Monroe - Lizzie Clapham (2012)

Toast of London - Mrs Purchase (2012-15)

Give Out girls - Debbie (2014)

New Tricks - Fiona Kennedy (2014-15)

Thomas and Friends - Daisy (2016-18)

Tracey Ullman's Show - Various (2016-18)

Her other credits include: loved by you (1997 (2 Roles)), casualty (1997-98), the bill (2000), doctors (2004, 2009 (2 Roles)), doctor who (2006), MI High (2010-11), crims (2015), & Tracey breaks the news (2017)
Valerie Carpenter

Valerie Carpenter is the cousin of Rosemary Carpenter. She appeared in the first three episodes of N&F from November 2007-January 2008. She returned for two episodes in May 2018, and returned for two weeks in September 2019. She was initially played by Valerie Scope, however on her 2018 & 2019 appearances was played by Anne Reid.

## Storylines

Valerie, along with Katie & Rebecca, say goodbye to the Evans family, when they move out.

In May 2018, Valerie reappears after 10 years, when Rosemary holds a family get together, considering of her, Richard McAlddon, Valerie, Katie, Rebecca, Rose, & Avril. In July 2019, Rosemary goes to stay with Valerie for th summer. In September 2019, Valerie & Rose turn up when Alice, June & Richard hold a welcome home party, when Rosemary is due home. Valerie tells everyone that Rosemary passed away that afternoon.

## 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). In May 2018, Valerie returned for two episodes, played by veteran actress Anne Reid. This appearance, along with Katie (Debbie Arnold), Rebecca (Georgina Hagen), Rose (Helen Flanagan) & Avril (Josie Lawrence), was for a get together of The carpenter family. In July 2019, it was announced that Valerie would return, along with Rose, to tell everyone about Rosemary's passing. She returned in September. Reid's casting was popular with fans, who said they'd like Valerie to become a regular.
Soothy Mobb

## Relationships

Soothy Mobb is the best friend of Jassi Wesmiy. She appeared from May 2010 to July 2012, then again from May 2015 to July 2017.

## Storylines

Soothy first appears in May 2010, when she is shown visibly upset about a train crash. She makes close friends with Jassi Wesmiy. In August 2010, Soothy is involved in the bus crash, but turns up alive two months later. In February 2011, Soothy is badly injured when a van drives into the side of The Corner Shop. In July 2012, Jassi and Soothy are both killed when No.3 and No.5 collapse. In May 2015, the pair are resurrected. Soothy also becomes friends with Amy Mitchell. In July 2017, Jassi and Soothy leave.

## Background Info

Soothy first appears in May 2010. She and Jassi Wesmiy (Sacha Parkinson) become inseparable friends. Jassi and Soothy were both killed during N&F's five year anniversary house collapse. However, in January 2015, it was announced that the pair were returning. They returned in May 2015. The pair were axed in June 2017, during a large cast cull, and they left in July 2017.
Sharon Cole (Shannon Flynn) and Jessie Shell (Jessica Forrest) have been referred to as "The new Jassi and Soothy".
Toby Murray

Toby Murray is an actor who played Jamie Gale for a guest appearance in December 2018, and full time since June 2019. He was previously played by Leondre Devries between 2016-18.

His other notable credits include:

Casualty - Connor Reaney (2011), Connor Christie (2016)

Dani's Castle - Dylan (2013-15)

Millie Inbetween - Ollie (2016-18)
Vicky Hall

Vicky Hall is an actress who has by Fiona James since February 2018.

Her other notable credits include:

Byker Grove - Lesley (1992)

Casualty - Sally (2002), Carmen Little (2011), Hazel Leyton (2015-16)

Doctors - Claudia Holmes (2002), Suze Roper (2008), Trudy Wilson (2009-10)

Teachers - Lindsay Pearce (2003-04)

Bodies - Chrissy Farrell (2005-06)

Tracy Beaker Returns - Christie Perry (2010-12)

So Awkward - Mrs Hampton (2015-18)

Her other credits include: The Secret (2000), The Revenge Files of Alistair Fury (2008), & Bonekickers (2008)
Siwan Morris

Siwan Morris is an actress who played Lesley Mills between December 2014 & May 2016

Her other notable credits include:

Mine all mine - Maria Vivaldi (2004)

Caerdydd - Ceri Price (2006, 2009)

skins - Angie (2007-08)

Wolfblood - Ceri (2012-14)

Gwaith/Cartref - Dr. Stephanie Murphy (2016-18)

Her other credits include: scariest places on earth (2001), casualty (2002, 2007 (2 Roles)), doctors (2009, 2015 (2 Roles)), our girl (2014), & eastenders (2019)
Violet Moon

Violet Moon is a girl who is part of a storyline with Jodie Evans. She will appear from late June 2020.

## Storylines

Jodie meets Violet and arranges to meet up with her. They meet a few times. In July 2020, Violet is shown phoning someone, who turns out to be Darwin Moonsbury, revealing herself as Darwin's secret daughter, therefore Jodie's half-sister. Violet lures Jodie to Darwin's house, where he arranges to take her away, however she is rescued by Gemma.

## Background Info

In Spring 2020, it was announced that Chloe Lea, who has appeared on The Dumping Ground, will join the cast of N&F as a mystery character associated with Jodie Evans (Kyanne Carthy). She will join in June 2020. In July 2020, she was revealed to be the secret daughter of Darwin Moonsbury (Gary Beadle), and the half sister of Jodie. She left in AugusAufust .
Sophie Porley

Sophie Porley is an actress who played Leigh Dawn in N&F when she was reintroduced in December 2016. The role has previously been played by Leah Morris. She was axed in March 2019 due to rumours she was lying about her age. These rumours turned out to be true in March 2020, which means that the character will be recast should the character return.

Her other known role is

Hollyoaks - Ellie Nightingale (2015-18)
Leila Hoffman

Leila Hoffman is an actress who played Ivy Butterworth from December 2019. At 85, she was the joint oldest (along with June Brown) actor at the time of casting.

Her other notable credits include:

How not to live your life - Mrs Treacher (2008-11)

Bad Education - Mrs Mollison (2012)

Flowers - Isadora "Nan" (2016-18)

Her other credits include: the bill (1994, 2004 (2 Roles)), grass (2003), doctors (2013, 2016, 2017 (3 roles)), it's Kevin (2013), & eastenders (2017-19)
Skylar Squinteye

Skylar Jade Squinteye is the daughter of Nita Evans and Rob Anderson. She appeared from October 2022.

## Storylines

In July 2022, it was revealed that Nita was 6 months pregnant. Skylar is born in October 2022, in 5 Poshnob Place, with Jade, Jamie, Danielle, Wallace and Stella present. Her middle name is Jade because Jade helped her.
Sally Banberry

Sally Banberry is the daughter of Teg Banberry, and one of the original residents of Hole Street. She appeared from January to August 2008.

## Storylines

Sally first appears in January 2008, alongside her mother Teg. In July 2008, Sally gives birth to a daughter, Katie. In August 2008, Sally finds out that Teg is in a relationship with Wallace Squinteye, which is also found out by Nick & Fuchsia. In September 2008, Wallace's ex-wife, also named Teg, returns, and Teg B leaves. It is later revelaed that Teg, Sally and Katie had moved away.

## Background Info

Sally & Teg were some of Hole Street's original residents. They appeared from January to September 2008.
Suzette Llewellyn

Suzette Llewellyn is an actress who will play Suzanne Cole on a guest stint in July 2022.

Her other notable credits include:

* Black Silk - Jasmine Scott (1985)
* Surgical Spirit - Sister Cheryl Patching (1989-95)
* Doctors - Ellie Williams (2001), Janet Marshall (2004), Mavis Blaketon (2013), Mari Beckford (2015), Sarah Barnett (2017), Estelle Vere (2019)
* Oscar Charlie - Hilary Canning (2002)
* Eastenders - PC Cady (2003-04), PC Sanderson (2003), Clerk of the Court (2015-16), Sheree Trueman (2019-21)
* Holby City - Abina Da Silva (2006), Nanette Duval (2018-19)
* Coronation Street- Nina Morrison (2013-17)
* Rocket's Island - Wendy Sparks (2014-15)
* Hollyoaks - Margaret Smith (2016)

Her other credits include: menace unseen (1988), casualty (1992, 2003 (2 roles), brookside (2000-01), thirteen (2016), Scott and bailey (2016), & fearless (2017)
Teg Banberry

Teg Banberry was one of the original Hole Street residents, and the mother of Sally Banberry. She appeared from January to September 2008.

## Storylines

Teg first appears in January 2008, alongside her daughter Sally. In July 2008, Sally gives birth to a daughter, Katie. In August 2008, Teg is revealed to be in a relationship with Wallace Squinteye, which is found out by Sally, Nick & Fuchsia. In September 2008, Wallace's ex-wife, also named Teg, returns, and Teg B leaves. It is later revelaed that Teg, Sally and Katie had moved away.

## Background Info

Sally & Teg were some of Hole Street's original residents. They appeared from January to September 2008. Rosemary Carpenter had a friend named Teg, which had no relation to the character.
Fari Al-boomboom

Fari Al-boomboom est un terroriste et un client de la 7805j Corporation.

Il croit au "Dieu de la Lumière", ainsi qu'en son prophète Abrahmiammiam. Ce dernier lui a ordonné de mener les Croisades du Feu pour rétablir le Royaume de la Vraie Flamme.

Il a étudié à l'université de Burningham.

Ses pires ennemis sont la "Coalition du Gel", qui vénèrent le "Maître de la Glace".

Après avoir fait croire à sa mort, il revient lors du duel entre Sacha et le professeur Zwili pour fournir des explosifs. Un hommage lui sera rendu après sa (véritable) mort.
Sharon Cole

Sharon Cole is the daughter of Fred & Luisa Cole, sister of Harry Cole and wife of Jessie Shell. She made her debut in March 2015. She left in September 2023.

## Storylines

### 2015-

Sharon and Harry Cole first appear on the doorstep of 1 Hole Street, where recently married Fred and Laura are living. They reveal that they've had an argument with their mother. They then move in, crashing Fred and Laura's new life. In May that year, Sharon gets a job at Mrs Celery's cafe. In November 2015, her old friend. Jessie Shell gets a job in the cafe and the two become close friends. In May 2016, both Fred and 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. In September 2018, Sharon is devastated when Harry dies (he is later resurrected). In June 2019, Sharon and Jessie get married. In 2023 Sharon and Jessie leave.

## Background Info

In November 2014, it was announced that then-Friday Download presenters (and also former Waterloo Road actors) Ceallach "Cel" Spellman  and Shannon Flynn would be joining N&F as Fred Cole (Gary Carr)'s teenage children. The characters made their debut in March 2015. 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.
Warwick Davis

Warwick Davis is an actor who played Herbert Sherbet in 2008, 2009, 2012 & 2017.

His other notable credits include:

Prince Caspian & the voyage of the dawn treader - Reepicheep (1989)

The 10th Kingdom - Acorn (2000)

Harry Potter films - Filius Flitwick (& others) (2001-11)

Life's too short - Warwick Davis (2011-13)

Dwarves assemble - Oberon the Ufgood (2013)

Star Wars rebels - Rukh (2017-18)

Moominvalley - sniff (2019)

His other credits include: the silver chair (1990), the tonight show with Conan O'Brian (2009), & the day they came to suck our brains out! (2013)
Sallie Collins

Sallie Collins is the daughter of Gail Collins She appeared for two episodes in February 2012, before returning in February 2013 and leaving again in January 2014. She returned from March to October 2016.

## Storylines

Sallie first appears in February 2012, when she arrives in The Tumpetty, and asks to speak to Nick. She thinks that they might be her other parent. Nick is horrified, and says they want nothing to do with her. However, they get back into contact in Early 2013. Sallie leaves again in January 2014. In March 2016, Sallie turns up, she'd only just found about her mother's death. She moves in with Nick, and tells the, that she's going to make the person who killed her mother pay. Nick decides to tell her the truth. They tell her that it was them who caused her death. Sallie is upset, and leaves. She is talking to reformed villain Denzil Spider, and asks him about revenge. Denzil jokingly tells her to tell Nick's house on fire, however Sallie takes him seriously. Sallie sets the house on fire, however it causes very little damage, but a lot of smoke. Nick, Natalie, Alex, Amii, Tia, Jamie and Nicky manage to escape out of the bedroom window, however Karen is overwhelmed and passes out, and ends up in a coma for 6 months. Sallie comes to see Nick, and tells them that she set the house on fire. A furious Nick attacks her. Sallie then starts a relationship with Denzil, pushing her way past Jasmiine Wang. Sallie then realises she's pregnant. Denzil is pleased, as he sees it as a new start for him. However the baby is Nick's, not Denzils. The baby is born in September 2016. Denzil is happy, but Sallie is not. She goes to the Sunny Railway, and tries to throw her baby in front of an oncoming train, however he is rescued by Tia. Later, Sallie tries to suffocate the baby with a pillow, however is stopped by Denzil. Sallie explains that the baby is not Denzil's, it is Nick's. Then Sallie gets a phone call that changes things. She then goes around to Nick's house, and tells them that the baby is theirs, and that Nick is not her other parent. The other parent comes in: Chris Bury. Sallie announces she's moving away with him.

## Background Info

Sallie first appears in February 2012, initially on a two episode stint. The character returned on a recurring basis from February 2013 to January 2014. However, in late 2015, it was announced that Sallie was returning as a regular. She returned in March 2016. Several scenes involving the character were controversial, such as the scene where she tried to throw baby Nathan under an oncoming train. She character left in October 2016.
Wood Family

The Wood Family are a family who have appeared since August 2016.

* Unknown Wood
	+ Simon Wood, married Katherine Slater (2017-)
	+ Oliver Wood, married Delilah Moonsbury (2017-20)
		- Ruby Wood, daughter of Delilah & Oliver
		- Lewys Wood, son of Delilah & Oliver
	+ Michael Wood, married Alex Evans (2019-)
Julia McKenzie

Julia McKenzie is an actress who played Rosemary Carpenter for a few guest appearances in 2016-17, before returning full time from 2018-19. She was the fourth, and last actress to play the character.

Her other notable credits include:

Frosts weekly - various (1973-74)

The two ronnies - various (1973-79)

Battle of the sexes (1976)

Maggie and her - poppy/Maggie (1976-79)

That Beryl Marston...! - Georgie Bodley (1981)

Fame is the spur - pen muff (1982)

Fresh fields - Hester fields (1984-86)

Blott on the landscape - Mrs forthby (1985)

French fields - Hester fields (1989-91)

Cranford - Mrs Forrester (2007-09)

Agatha Christie's Marple - Miss marple (2008-13)

Gold digger - hazel (2019)

her other credits include: Jack and the beanstalk: the real story (2001), death in holy orders (2003), the mystery of Edwin Drood (2012), the town (2012), gangsta granny (2013), the casual vacancy (2015), & the queen and I (2018)
Vicky Oneva

Stephanie Dale as Vicky (2015)

Stephanie Dale (2015-19)

Jane Cameron as Vicky (2012)

Vicky Oneva is a friend of Nick Evans & Mrs Celery, and the sister of Fiona Oneva. She made her first appearance in May 2009 & departed in August 2010. She returned in October 2011, and departed again in April 2013. She returned in August 2015. She departed again in Novembrr 2019. She was originally played by Chloe Newsome from 2009-10, then Jane Cameron from 2011-13, and by Stephanie Dale from 2015-19.

## Storylines

Vicky first appears in May 2009 when she helps Nick after they drop something in a river. Vicky introduces Nick to her friend Mrs Celery, who she's just moved in with. In June 2009, Vicky is surprised when her sister Fiona comes round, demanding she comes home with her. Vicky tells her no. Fiona returns a month later and moved into 5 Poshnob Place, where Mrs Celery & Vicky are staying. Vicky and Fiona argue frequently, one occasion Vicky lost it and slapped Fiona. The sisters are surprised when Nick & Rain Maki move in in August 2009. This is followed by Rosemary, Rebecca, Maria, Nita & Ilfracwm. In January 2010, when Nick, Nita & Amii get locked into a shed, Vicky Fiona & Rain go looking for them. In August 2010, Vicky and Fiona are involved in a bus crash, however it turns out they both survived, but are on long term recovery. Vicky returns in October 2011. In April 2013, a house at the end of Hole Street is for sale, and several residents go to look at it. Donna Harper opens a cupboard, which causes a gas explosion, killing her instantly. Alex tries to help, but gets surrounded by the flames, and also perishes. Vicky tries to help the two of them, but another blast knocks her over the bannisters. It later turns out that she also died. However, she is resurrected in August 2015, and starts working in Mrs Celery's cafe. In November 2019, Vicky leaves suddenly when her mother, Susan, has a fall.

## Background Info

In May 2009, it was announced that Vicky Oneva would be joining N&F, played by former Coronation street actress, Chloe Newsome. Newsome has played a character named Vicky on Coronation Street, which the character was named after. In August 2010, it was announced that, along with many others, Vicky would be leaving in a bus crash storyline. Vicky was presumed to be dead, however returned in October 2011, now played by Emmerdale & MI High actress Jane Cameron. In April 2013, Vicky was killed off during the house collapse. However, 2 years later, it was announced that Vicky would be returning, now played by The Sparticle Mystery actress, Stephanie Dale. Vicky's age was also made younger for the role, having previously been in her late 20s, was now around 18/19. Vicky returned in August 2015. In August 2019, it was announced that Vicky would once again be leaving in late 2009.
Steve Huison

Steve Huison is an actor who is set to play Frank Sweeney from spring 2020.

His other notable credits include:

Emmerdale - PC Ray Wilson (1994-95)

Coronation Street - Michael Pearce (1997), Andy Morgan (2003), Eddie Windass (2008-11)

The full Monty - lomper (1997)

The last train - Colin Wallis (1999)

The royal today - Norman dunstan (2008)

The 4 O'Clock Club - Mr. Byron (2012)

His other credits include: heartbeat (1994, 2007 (2 Roles)), city central (1998), dinnerladies (1998-99 (2 Roles)), casualty (2000, 2006 (2 Roles)), wire in the blood (2002), doctors (2014, 2016, 2017 (3 roles)), & Scott and Bailey (2014)
Suzy Moonsbury

Suzy Moonsbury is the half-sister of Darwin Moonsbury. She appeared from March 2013 to February 2014.

## Storylines

Suzy first appears in March 2013, when she comes to visit Delilah. Delilah is close friends with her, despite bad feelings between her and Darwin, her ex-husband. Suzy dies in February 2014, when she tries to help rescue people from The Corner Shop when it is set on fire by Gail Collins.

## Background Info

Suzy Moonsbury was a character who had previously appeared in J&C from January to December 2006. In December 2012, it was announced that Suzy was joining N&F, played by Maggie O'Neill. She appeared from March 2013. In February 2014, Suzy was killed of, along with several unimpressive cast members, in a fire storyline.
Zoe Lister

Zoe hospital is an actress who played Sian Weekday between January 2012 & January 2015

Her other notable credits include:

Hollyoaks/Hollyoaks Later - Zoe Carpenter (2006-10, 2017)

Staff room - Lucy Lucas (2014)

She is also a singer, and is a member of the girl group Sexipop, along with Hollie Jay Bowes, Leah Hackett, Loui Batley & Jessica Plummer. The group competed on The X factor (otherworld) in 2014, and finished second.
Stephen Houghton

Stephen Houghton is an actor and singer who played Dave Evans from 2019-. Originally former Coronation Street actor Adam Rickitt was going to take the role, but was rejected as the public felt that he wasn't suitable for the role. Houghton was cast at short notice. He was required to wear a wig for the role.

His other notable credits include:

London's burning - Gregg Blake (1997-98)

Bugs - ed Russell (1998-99)

Bernard's watch - Ken (2004)

Coronation street - Jeff Cullen (2011)

His other credits include: Doctors (2003, 2011, 2017 (3 Roles))

He is also a singer, and had a top 10 hit in the late 90s with a cover of Wind Beneath My Wings.
UriahMaria Goulding

UriahMaria Goulding is the husband of Claire Goulding and the father of Johnny Goulding and Sophie Goulding. He appeared from April 2011 to April 2013.

## Storylines

UriahMaria Goulding first appears in April 2013, when he moves into 1B Hole Street, along with his wife Claire, and children Johnny and Sophie. UriahMaria and Claire try to get Johnny down from upstairs, however he spends his time locked in his room. In August 2011, Sophie is shot by an evil man, however she survives. In October 2012, UriahMaria and Johnny rescue the Evans and Berry families when Victor Rotten-Disco drives them into the river. In April 2013, UriahMaria becomes trapped when a ceiling of a collapsing house falls on him, as he tries to escape with Diane Jenkins. He is thought to be OK, however he later dies of internal injuries. The rest of the Goulding family move away a week later.

## Background Info

In April 2011, it was announced that a new family, The Goulding family, would join N&F, consisting of UriahMaria (Joe Swash), Claire (Julia Haworth), Johnny (Abe Buckoke, later replaced by George Sampson and Tyger Drew Honey), and Sophie (Sophie Lowe). The family were popular, however in October 2012 it was announced that the family had been axed, along with a group of other characters. He left in April 2013, when the character was killed off.

The unusual name UriahMaria came from a misunderstanding said between NJE and Rosemary Carpenter, NJE had actually said Mariah Maria!
Vincenzo Nicoli

Vincenzo Nicoli is an actor who will Franco from Spring 2022.

His other notable credits include:

* Wish Me Luck - Maurice Granier (1988)
* Boyz Unlimited - Mick McNamara (1999)
* Suburban Shootout - Emile Lesoux (2006)
* Hank Zipzer - Papa Pete (2014-16)
* Thomas and Friends - Various (2019)
* Housebound - Giuseppe (2020)

His other credits include: eastenders (1987, 2011 (2 roles)), truckers (1987), making out (1989), Joseph (1995), shine on Harvey moon (1995), the odyssey (1997), Grange hill (1999), the queens nose (2002), nathan barley (2005), and Mr selfridge (2014)
Tanya Franks

Tanya Franks is an actress who played Alex Mason from 2011-, taking over from Alexandra Boyd, who played her from 2009-11.

Her other notable credits include:

Family affairs - Karen Webb/Ellis (2000-03)

The Bill - DCI Morrell (2004-05)

Pulling - Karen (2006-09)

Eastenders - Rainie Cross (2007-08, 2010-11, 2014, 2018-)

The cup - Sandra Farrell (2008)

Hotel Trubble - dolly (2010-11)

Broadchurch - Lucy Stevens (2013-15)

Chewing gum - Mandy (2015-17)

Porters - Jane bison (2017-19)

Her other credits include: mum (2016-18), silent witness (2018)
Tammie Slater

Kayleigh Slater

Donna Slater

Kellie Slater

Tammie Slater is the oldest daughter of Pat Slater, & the oldest sister of Katherine Wood, Kayleigh Slater, Nicole Slater, Donna Slater, Kellie Slater & Jodie Slater. She made her first appearance in September 2016, & left in December 2017. She returned in January 2020. She left in January 2023.

## Storylines

Tammie first appears in September 2016, along with Donna & Kellie. They turn up in The Corner Shop where Katherine & Nicole are working. In November 2016, their other sister, Kayleigh turns up, badly beaten, & she says that her mother had done it, and that she had also locked Jodie in the basement. Tammie & Katherine go to their mother, Pat's house, and rescue Jodie. Pat turns up in the corner shop, and verbally abuses all her daughters. In December 2017, Tammie moves away, wanting a fresh start. She returned in January 2020, engaged to Shive Evans. In December 2021, Shive proposes to Tammie, to which she accepts. In July 2022, on Tammie and Shive's wedding day, Shive is involved in a train crash. In August 2022, Shive and Tammie attempt to marry again, but this time the ceremony is interrupted by a woman named Samantha Evans, who is Shive's ex-wife, whom he never divorced. In December 2022, Tammie is devastated when Shive dies after jumping off the roof of The Tumpetty, after being blackmailed by Samantha. After Shive's funeral, Tammie decides to leave the area for good and stay with her sisters.

## Background Info

In June 2016, it was announced that three new members of the Slater family were to be introduced later in the year, Tammie (Tamzin Outhwaite), Donna (Lisa Hammond), & Kellie (Maddy Hill). She made her first appearance in August 2016. However, in October 2017, Outhwaite got asked to return to EastEnders & decided to quit N&F. She departed in December 2017. However, she said that if she left EastEnders, she would consider returning. Outhwaite quit in 2019, causing speculation that the character would be returning, however this is unconfirmed. In a poll on who was the best Slater sister in 2019, Tammie was the lowest rated, said to be because "no one remembered her". (Katherine (Jessie Wallace) got the most votes). In November 2019, on the day her character Mel Owen was killed off on EastEnders, Outhwaite confirmed on Twitter she would be returning to N&F full time in early 2020. She returned in January 2020. Tammie made an unannounced departure in January 2023.
Stevi Ritchie

Stevi Ritchie is a singer, reality tv star and occasional actor who will play Mike for two months between October and December 2020.

He is better known as a singer, who participated in The X Factor series 11 in 2014, finishing in 6th place. He also starred on the 16th series of Celebrity Big Brother, finishing 5th, along with another X Factor contestant, Chloe Jasmine Whichello, who is also his fiancee.
Sherrie Hewson

Sherrie Hewson is an actress & tv presenter who played Janet Berry from February 2012 to September 2017

Her other notable credits include:

Z Cars - Tina Williams (1971), Susan Rawlings (1973), Thelma Roberts (1978)

Carry On Laughing - Various (1975)

Love for Lydia - Nancy Holland (1977)

In Loving Memory - Doreen Nesbitt (1979-80), Mary Braithwaite (1984), Mary Henshaw (1986)

Flickers - Letty (1980)

Jackanory - Storyteller (1981)

Winston Churchill, the wilderness years - Mrs. pearman (1981)

Russ Abbot's Saturday madhouse - Various (1982-84)

Home James! - Paula (1987-88)

The Russ Abbot Show - Various (1989-91)

Coronation Street - Maureen Webster (1993-97, 2006)

Barbara - Jean (1999-2003)

Crossroads - Virginia Raven (2001-03)

Emmerdale - Lesley Meredith (2004-06)

Benidorm - Joyce Temple Savage (2012-18)

Her other credits include: Play for Today (1978, 1980 (2 Roles)), My Son, My Son (1979), The Little & Large Show (1987-88), & The Les Dennis Laughter Show (1991)

She is also known as a presenter on Loose Women (2003-17)
Squinteye Family

* Unknown Squinteye
	+ Godbert Squinteye†, married Gliggle (-2018)
		- Wallace Squinteye, son of Godbert & Gliggle, married Teg (-2008), Viv Richards† (2013) & Stella Palmer (2016-)
			* Fuchsia Squinteye, daughter of Wallace & Teg
			* Nita Squitneye, daughter of Wallace & Teg, married Nick Evans (2009-11, 2012-15, 2018-19)
				+ Nicky Evans, son of Nick & Nita
				+ Karen Evans, daughter of Nick & Nita
				+ Bobby Evans-Dawn, son of Nick & Nita
				+ Skylar Squinteye, son of Rob Anderson & Nita
		- Jon Squinteye†, son of Godbert & Gliggle, married Hayli (2016-)
			* Jade Squinteye, daughter of Jon & Hayli
			* Oliver Squinteye, son of Jon & Hayli
	+ Ilfracwm Squinteye, married Robert McAlddon (2011-)

It is unknown where Brwnch Squinteye fits in with the Squinteye family, though is Fuchsia & Nita's cousin. Swibber Squinteye† is also classed as part of the family, despite not being related to any of the main members.
Simon Wood

Simon Wood is the brother of Oliver Wood and Michael Wood, and the husband of Katherine Wood. He is also the local teacher and a local businessman. He made his debut in August 2016.

## Storylines

### 2016-

Simon 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 Simon's case, he picks Katherine. The brothers start up a series of stalls at the end of Hole Street, near The Tumpetty. I'm April 2017, Simon proposes to Katherine. In July 2017, during the helicopter crash, Simon and Katherine go to Spain to get married. They send a photo to Delilah, who is in hospital having Baby Ruby. In 2018, Simon and Oliver lose the stalls after lack of trade, and Simon becomes a teacher at the local school. In September, he meets up with Ryan Barker, who assaults him, leaving him very shaken, refusing to leave the house. Katherine leaves him temporarily as a result, though returns when he explains what happened. In January 2018, he teams up with Wallace Squinteye in saving some shops in Stall Street. The two men battle with slimy counciller, Mr. James, all ending with various people, including Nick, Stella and Fuchsia along with Simon and Wallace staging a protest in front of a bulldozer, ending when Mr. James hits Wallace with a digger shovel, knocking him out. Simon later blackmails Mr. James that he won't go to the police unless he hands over the buildings, to which he agrees. Wallace and Simon, along with volunteers, then renovate the buildings, until their grand opening in April. Meanwhile, Simon helps Evan/Elle Evans when she turns transgender in February.

## 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). The characters made their debut in August 2016. The scenes where Simon was assaulted in September 2018 caused a lot of controversy due to upsetting scenes.
Traquelle Davis

Louise Harrison as Traquelle

Sarah Lancashire as Traquelle

Traquelle Davis is the sister of Liz Dart. She appeared from December 2011 to July 2012. She then appeared from 2013 to May 2014. She was played by Sarah Lancashire from 2011 to 2012, and Louise Harrison from 2013 to 2014.

## Storylines

Traquelle Davis first appears in December 2011, when she meets up with her sister Liz Dart. In July 2012, Liz dies when 5 Hole Street collapses. Jade has a very brief relationship with Traquelle, however she then moves away. Traquelle returns in 2013 and stays until May 2014.

## Background Info

Traquelle first appears in December 2011, played by Sarah Lancashire. She left in December 2012. Traquelle returned in 2013, now played by Louise Harrison. She left in May 2014.
Thomas Saddington

Alana Saddington

Thomas Saddington is the brother of Donna, Eve and Alana Saddington. He appeared from May 2015 to August 2016.

## Storylines

Thomas first appears in May 2015, alongside his siblings, Donna, Eve and Alana. They all get jobs at Mrs Celery's new Cafe. Alana leaves in December 2015, and Eve leaves in February 2016. Donna & Thomas leave in August 2016.

## Background Info

In March 2015, it was announced that a new family would be joining N&F, the Saddington family. This consisted of siblings Donna (Jessica Bell), Thomas (Kit Garner), Eve (Poppy Lee Friar) & Alana (Jade Alleyne]]. Lucy Fallon was initally considered as another Saddington family member, Lucy Saddington, however this was scrapped in favour of recasting Holly Lacey. The family were notoriously unpopular with fans, and by February 2016 only Donna & Thomas remained. However in May, it was announced that they were leaving, and they left in August.