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Alex Henley

**Alex Henley** is a character apart of the third generation set of students that appeared in british seasonal based soap opera, **Skins**.

## About

The character of Alex was brought in very late out of the third generation of characters, the character was brought in in the sixth season of Skins with the third episode of that season being his debut titled after the character.

The purpose of the character seemed to be bring the energy and unpredictability to the group of grieving friends.

## Legacy

Alex lived by his own set of rule living by a dice and doing what the numbers tell him to do the very first one we see him perform was to punch the next guy who was to walk into the room and unlucky for Alo Creevey he was that guy. Alex made quick friends with Liv Malone.

Alex found himself in a group of grieving friends who are mourning the death of their friend, Grace Blood but Alex cemented himself when his nan died and he had the friends to help him bury her at sea then stating they need each other from now on.

Throughout the series Alex is seen more of supporting character especially to Liv and Nick. He end up meeting a guy who he enters into a relationship with. Alex is said to be moving away from Bristol by the end of the sixth season, which is the final end of the third generation. He along with the rest of the friends have a big party before they all part their ways.

## Similar Characters

* This is a section of similar characters.

###### In show characters

* Chris Miles
* James "Cook"

Alex was said to be the equivalent of said above characters due to bringing in the unpredictability to tge group of the third generation cast.

## Trivia

* Alex was the last regular character introduced in Skins. As he was the last character to be introduced in the third generation.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://skins.fandom.com/wiki/Alex\_Henley
D.S. Duffield

**D.S. Duffield** was a minor character that appeared in british soap like drama **The Bill** in October 1998. The character had a history with the villainous Don Beech but only appeared for one episode.

## Trivia

* Christopher Timothy also appeared as a minor character on The Bill in 2009 as Jeff Phelps.

## See Also

D.S. Duffield isn't the only role that Christopher Timothy played in the SoapVerse.

He had also played the roles of:

* Chris Collins in Holby City.
* Brendan "Mac" McGuire in Doctors.
* Jeff Phelps in The Bill.
* Richard Lynd and Karl Ackerman in Casualty.
* Ted Murray in EastEnders.
Haley James Scott

**Hayley James Scott** is a character from season american based soap opera, **One Tree Hill**.

## About

The character was one of the original cast members that appeared from the first episode that aired for the first time in September 2003.

The character then went onto appear in all nine seasons of One Tree Hill which finished airing in April 2012 after nine years.

## Legacy

Hayley is one of those characters that it's hard to find a resson to dislike her, as she often sees the good in everyone and has a kind diemina towards those around her. To top it of she is loyal to those she considers friends as well ad her family. In return all Hayley seems to ask for (although not directly) is people being honest with her.

During her time on the show the character has been involved in the shows story lines - hardly a surprise! - Her storylines have included the usual teenage drama such as relationships with both Chris Keller and Nathan Scott - the later Hayley goes onto marry and is one of Tree Hill's most famous couples!

The character has had her fair share of lost like most having lost both her parents during her years in Tree Hill. But Hayley goes onto make a family of her own having children with Nathan a boy, Jamie and a girl, Lydia. She makes a career singing and opts to stay in Tree Hill with her husband and children by the season finale which leaves long term fans happy at the pair having a realistic happy ending once the show ended.

## Trivia

* Bethany Joy Lenz who portrayed Hayley appeared in 184 episodes for One Tree Hill.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://onetreehill.fandom.com/wiki/Haley\_James\_Scott#Season\_9
Daisha Anderson

**Daisha Anderson** is a nurse who appeared in british based soap opera, **Holby City**.

## About

The character was created on early 2008 with actress Rebecca Grant being cast in the role of Daisha. Rebecca decided to leave her role in 2010 were the character would be giving a dramatic exit although she wasn't killed off.

The BBC described the character of Daisha as "Daisha's a forthright and assertive Filipina with a highly tuned sense of right and wrong. She doesn't understand hierarchy or tact but is straightforward and honest and has a natural antenna when it comes to flirting".

## Legacy

Daisha made her debut in the episode titled "The Twelve Hour Nightmare". She is from the Philippines and this is shown in the character throughout her duration on the show as Daisha was seen to have very strong Fillopino values.

During her time on the show, Daisha was very close with her colleague, Mark Williams who would later develop feelings for Daisha. Her other storyline includes having a baby and later putting the baby up for adoption.

After two years, Daisha decided to leave and a dramatic storyline was created for the character's exit were viewer's saw Daisha be shot but would be saved by the very colleagues she has worked with for the past two years. Diasha then moves back to the Philippines to attempted to rekindle with her son.

## Similar Characters

* This section is for similar characters.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://holby.fandom.com/wiki/Daisha\_Anderson?so=search
* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daisha\_Anderson
Earl Kelly

**Earl Kelly** was a villainous character from season british based soap opera, **Waterloo Road**.

## About

Earl Kelly was created in the fourth series of Waterloo Road which began airing in January 2009. It was evident that Earl was going to be a villain, giving the character's persona from his very first appearance.

## Legacy

Earl is regarded as easily the most evil villainous Waterloo Road has ever had no one from the show comes close to how evil and messed up Earl really was! although Earl had a mean streak he showed firece loyalty towards his family.

Earl had many clashes with many of the male students such as: Donte Charles, Bolton Smilie and Paul Langley. Earl also clashed with extremely likable teacher, Tom Clarkson.

Viewers saw Earl charm student, Maxine Barlow and the pair entered into a relationship which came to an end due to Earl's pass miss deeds and others warning Maxine of Earl's psychotic ways. Earl couldn't accept that his relationship with Maxine was over and threaten her with a gun. Earl eventually shot Maxine after she told him some home truths, Earl fled as Maxine bled out and died - Which is regarded as one of the shows saddest scenes and deaths. Earl is arrest and isn't seen again.

## Archive Information

#### Crimes

1. Assault
2. Bullying
3. Endangering Lives
4. Intimidation
5. Murder
6. Possession of Firearms
7. Possession of Firearms with Intent

## Trivia

* Reece Noi who portrayed Earl also appeared in Waterloo Road before being cast in the role of Earl Kelly. Noi portrayed the role of Noel Parkin for one episode Noel was a drug dealing student who coincidentally had a storyline with Maxine Barlow.
* Earl is regarded as Waterloo Road's most evil character.
* Earl is the shows second murderer and is one of three on murderers on the show along with, Jed Sheddon who stabbed former teacher, Izzie Redpath and Myles Massey who set fire to the school which ended up killing Danny Lewis.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://waterloord.fandom.com/wiki/Earl\_Kelly#:~:text=Earl%20Kelly%20is%20the%20second,was%20portrayed%20by%20Reece%20Noi.
* https://bbc-waterloo-road.fandom.com/wiki/Earl\_Kelly
Amy Barlow

**Amy Barlow** is a character from british based soap opera, **Coronation Street**.

## About

The character of Amy was introduced as a newborn child to Tracey Barlow and Steve McDonald in February 2004 with a total of eight actresses playing the role from the character's birth but its fair to say when Elle Mulvaney took over the role in 2010, she has made Amy Barlow her own role.

## Legacy

It's fair to say Amy had to do a lot of growing up from a young age, she was brought up by both her parents however separately at first. Amy would have to be without her mother for a whole three years after her mother, Tracey was sentenced to a prison sentence for the murder of Charlie Stubbs however Amy was delighted when her mother came back into her life after some years away from her.

Viewers have seen Amy grow throughout the years since February 2004, with Amy showing the typical growing qualities that a young girl has and its fair to say with a mother like Tarcey, Amy learned from a young age to have her own voice and be able to stand up for herself - Amy's uncle, Peter Barlow often feared that Amy would turn out like Tracey at one point - We don't blame him!

Amy however seems to be a way more mature of any version of her mother and has so far developed into a young woman and currently seems a integral part of the show, Amy has been giving some heavy storylines by some of the shows current writers, the first being having a young relationship with Jacob Hay and the second being her major one where Amy would be raped by Aaron Sandford in a storyline where the show tells that of drunken sex and being able to give consent.

The character of Amy has a bright future due to the actress that plays her. What ever the writers do with the character as she grows its often a pleasure for many viewers to see character grow from a rather young age into adults and being giving some big and major storylines.

## Similar Characters

* This is a section of similar characters.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy\_Barlow

* https://coronationstreet.fandom.com/wiki/Amy\_Barlow
* https://coronation-street-past-and-present.fandom.com/wiki/Amy\_Barlow
Gabriel Brodie

**Gabriel Brodie** is a character from Scottish based soap opera, **River City**.

## About

Gary was cast in the role of Gabriel in 2011, making his on-screen debut in July of that year. He appeared on the show for a number of years until 2020, where the character was written out of the show, although the character was included in the 20th anniversary special episode.

## Legacy

Gabriel is described by the show and fans alike as a charmer, a chancer and has a larger than life personality. Gabriel often spots whenever there is a chance to make money however this could often land him in trouble.

Gabriel is only seen targeting people who he deems deserves to be double crossed. This hunger is what driven Gabriel to attempt con the one man you shouldn't cross in Sheildinch - Lenny Murdoch!

That's right Gabriel had the backbone yo stand up to Lenny even punching the gangster on one occasion and lived tontell the tale however you can only cross Lenny a certain number of times before he calls for your head. Gabriel found this out when he was forced to flee not just Shieldinch but the whole United Kingdom. Gabriel then fled to Australia. Probably for the best!

## Trivia

* No trivial facts at this moment in time.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/3X86hpHJHMY1XkRK26mQc9s/gabriel-brodie#:~:text=Gabriel%20Brodie%20is%20a%20charming,opportunities%20%E2%80%93%20in%20business%20and%20pleasure.
Lani Price

**Lani Price** is a character from American soap opera, **Days Of Our Lives**.

## About

The character was infact created a year in advance due to how American soaps work. The character was originally called Maya however it soon chaged to Lani. Soon it was annouced that actress, Sal Stowers was given the role to portray Lani. Finally making her debut in September 2015. Stowers was seen in and out of the role for the next 8 years until her character (so far) as of July 2023 has veen written out of the show.

## Legacy

Very driven by her career, Lani takes her job as a police officer and later detective very seriously so its fair to say don't risk breaking the law around Lani other wise you'd end up in cuffs and later see yourself as a convict.

Lani had a serect motive however when arriving in Salem. She was tge daughter of none other than the local mayor, Abe Carver! However not all as it seems with Lani's birth giving she had sereval adoptive parents.

During her time on the show Lani was involved in many storylines. Perhaps her biggest one and most rewarding was when she managed to capture serial killer, Ben Weston also known as the infamous "Necktie Killer". Lani had a relationship with, J.J. Deveraux which saw them have many problems like many well all soap opera relationships do!

Lani left Salem after she was charged killing her abusive father, Ray who she thought was her uncle (you see what we meant by it being a mess!) as Lani was protecting her 'aunt' who was infact her biological mother, Pauline from harm. As of July 2023, Lani has not been seen but as always she could easily make an appearance.

## Similar Characters

This is a list of similar character's

* Zoe Anderson - Hollyoaks.

## Trivia

* Sal Stowers has appeared in a total of 464 episodes as Lani Price that spanned across nearly 8 years between September 2015 and July 2023.
* Lani shares similarities to Hollyoaks character, Zoe Anderson as they are both detectives who often put their work before friends and family especially if they are working on a case and it often can prove difficult for their personal lives and relationships.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lani\_Price
* https://daysofourlives.fandom.com/wiki/Lani\_Price
Karen Grant

**Karen Grant** was a character from british based soap opera, **Brookside**.

## About

At the very start of Brookside, The Grant family were one of the first family's introduced and Shelagh O'Hara was given the role of Karen Grant. The character remained on the show in its first four years before departing in 1986 but O'Hara twice reprised the role of Karen once in 1988 and again in 1990.

## Legacy

Karen was your typical 16 year old girl at the time of the programs start. She was into rebellious boys one of which was abusive towards her however with Barry Grant being your older brother its safe to say you will do alright. Most of Karen's scenes just saw her as your typical teenager. In 1986 Karen left Brookside to join University but returned after her younger brother, Damon Grant was murdered and again for her mothers wedding to Billy Corkhill.

Sadly it seems not many fans of Brookside remember the character of Karen as barely any mention her however mostly the acknowledgement is there despite many stating they can't remember her having huge and impactful storylines. Whose to say though had the show not have been axed, Karen could possibly have returned and made her mark by having a huge storyline. Who knows.

## Trivia

* Karen did not appear physically in the first episode of Brookside. However her acknowledgement was there when her on-screen father, Bobby Grant was seen shouting outside her bedroom door. Therefore this character will go in the "Original Characters" category.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karen\_Grant
* https://brookside.fandom.com/wiki/Karen\_Grant
Dallas – 1978

**Dallas** was a American seasonal soap like drama series that aired on American channel **CBS**, between April 1978 and May 1991.

The show is known for some prime time storylines such as "Who Shot J.R. ?". The storyline is arguably the most rememerable Whodunit is American Soap history and could be for die hard Soap opera fans the start of the famous Whodunit trend in soaps/soap like drama's around the world.

The show won many awards such as 4 Emmys and in 2007, the show was voted in the top 100 TV shows of all time.

In 2012 the series was remade more than revived and it lasted another 3 seasons. It aired between, June 2012 and September 2014.

## See Also

* Dallas

* Soap List
Ken Barlow

**Ken Barlow** is a **Coronation Street** character that has appeared from the very first episode.

## About

Ken is a original and the longest serving character from Coronation Street having appeared from the very first episode and has remained on the show since. The character was born in October 1939 and is played by British actor, William Roach.

Ken took a break from the show in 2013 but would return the following year. A documentary on Bill Roach was made by ITV in celebration of his 90th birthday and his tribute to play Ken.

## Legacy

First seen in 1960 from the very get go. Ken has been a prolific figure for Coronation Street having spent his whole adult life in the street. Ken has been involved in many storylines which include some marriages, a feud with Mike Baldwin. Having a son whom he names, Peter Barlow and dealing with many of Peter's issues as well as other members of his family throughout the years. Ken also had another son in Daniel Osborne.

His had many marriages throughout his time having married, Valerie Barlow, Janet Barlow, Deirdre Barlow - talk about keeping the name going!

Ken is always at the heart of Coronation Street as said previously his the longest serving character and Bill Roach has captured the character well for well over 60 years! and Ken has his fair of drama that's fair to say. Away from his family man routine, Ken has been a postman and most notably a teacher one of Ken's stand outs was his on going feud with ongoing dodge businessman, Mike Baldwin.

Many fans will definitely say that Coronation Street wouldn't be Coronation Street without good old Ken.

## Similar Characters

* This section lists Characters that are considered similar.

1. Jack Sugden
2. Ian Beale
3. Tony Hutchinson

## Trivia

* Ken is the longest serving Coronation Street to this day.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://coronationstreet.fandom.com/wiki/Ken\_Barlow
* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken\_Barlow
Ian Beale

**Ian Beale** is the longstanding businessman from British soap opera, **EastEnders**.

## About

Ian is arguably the most well known EastEnders character along with, Den, Sharon, Phil, Grant, Peggy, Frank and Pat to name a few to be honest we could be here all day listing as many characters the point being Ian is very well up there in EastEnders' history.

His been there from the very first episode although, Adam Woodyatt nearly quit the show for good in 2020 due to the way his character was being written. However Ian made returns the following year.

## Legacy

From the start it was obvious Ian was a slimy chancer. During the first few years on the show Ian grew into a businessmen and brought many business' in the area and being a chef these all where food related. Over the years Ian has had many but failed marriages with a total of five wives, two of which attempted to have Ian killed! Ian is also a father to a total of four children one of which was adopted by Ian.

Ian is arguably classed as a villain giving his done several villainous deeds throughout the years such as conning people, lying that his daughter, Lucy had cancer just so he could keep a marriage, help send Max Branning down for his daughter's murder as he was helping Bobby escape prison justice, cheating on his partners and who can forget the time he told Lucy she was his favourite child in front of his son Peter. However most fans see Ian as a sneaky git rather than a full on villain however there is no denying that Ian has show cased villainous traits throughout the last 30 plus years.

Ian due to his bratty ways has accumulated serval feuds with many of Walford residents most notably his longstanding feud with hardman, Phil Mitchell which has been an ongoing feud since the early 1990s but Ian has had several feuds with, David Wicks, Cindy Williams, Grant Mitchell, Janine Butcher, Max Branning, Archie Mitchell, Carl White, Tina Carter to name a few! It's hard to imagine that Ian once did boxing!

Bar his marriages, Ian has had more serious storylines such as, having a hit put out on him, struggles with mental health and homelessness, losing two children and being partly responsible for a teenagers death and being attacked and left for dead - All these storylines show cased Adam Woodyatt's acting abilities and how much hard work he puts in for Ian's character.

## Similar Characters

This is a list of similar characters.

* Tony Hutchinson - (Hollyoaks).

## Trivia

* As of 2023 Ian has the third highest amount of "doof-doofs" with a total of with a total of 221 only behind characters, Phil Mitchell with 356 and Sharon Watts with double 244.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian\_Beale
* https://eastenders.fandom.com/wiki/Ian\_Beale
Iain Dean

**Iain Dean** is a paramedic from british based soap opera, **Casualty** and **Holby City**.

## About

The character was introduced in the 26th season of Casualty and later appeared in Holby City for the 18th, 19th, 21st and the 23rd seasons. Iain is still a serving character on Casualty after 11 years.

## Legacy

Iain has seen two type of fields. The battle field when he was a soilder in the british army and the medical field when he joined the local hostpital. During his time the character has obviously been involved in storylines such as having relationships with: Sam Nicholls and Rita Freeman. He is also not alone having family of his own. His mother, Kim Harrison and younger sister, Gem Dean.

Iain's millatry background has made him in tge eyes of some Casualty and Holby fans an interesting character. The character has also had brushes with death having been involved in an helicopter crash and having a battle with depression which led to a suicide attempt.

## Trivia

* No trivial facts at this moment in time.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://casualtyworld.fandom.com/wiki/Iain\_Dean#:~:text=Iain%20Dean%20(born%201983%2F84,medicine%20and%20on%20a%20battlefield.
* https://holby.fandom.com/wiki/Iain\_Dean
Karen Ellis

**Karen Ellis** was a character that appeared in british based soap opera, **Family Affairs**.

## About

The character is portrayed by actress Tanya Franks who is no stranger to soap opera. Tge character was brought into the show three years into its production. In 2003 the character was written out by the producers.

## Legacy

Karen was married to Matt Ellis when arriving on the show despite this. Karen would enter into a lesbain affair with Kelly Hurst however she would eventually get back with Matt and leave for good old sunny Spain to start a fresh in their marriage.

The character's other storylines include having a cancer scare, being a surrogate.

## Trivia

* Tanya Franks who portrayed Karen Ellis was nominated for best actress at the 2002 British Soap Awards.

## See Also

Karen Ellis isn't the only role that Tanya Franks has protryed in The SoapVerse.

She has also portrayed the characters of:

* Rowanne Morell in The Bill.
* Tina Papworth in Holby City.
* Rainie Cross in EastEnders.
* Ruth Byatt in Skins.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karen\_Ellis
J.T. Yorke

**J.T. Yorke** is a character from seasonal soap like drama series, **Degrassi**, appearing in sub series, **Degrassi: The Next Generation**.

## About

The character of J.T. was created as apart of the first set of characters for the very first sub series, Degrassi: The Next Generation.

In April 2006 the character of J.T. was written out of the show with the character's tragic ending airing in late January 2007.

## Legacy

J.T. was a huge fan favourite for Degrassi fans instantly making an impact from his very first episode. J.T. often brought laughter to the screens as he was often seen as the "class clown" a saying thats often referred to those who fool around in the classroom often landing themselves or others in trouble.

J.T.'s confidence often wowed the females and his embarked on many fan favourite relationships with characters like Paige Michalchuk, Mia Jones, Manny Santos and of course the one everyone remembers and routed for, J.T.'s relationship with his closest bond in Liberty Van Zandt.

It's such a shame how J.T.'s character ended. In April 2006 actor, Ryan Cooley learnt that his character would be not only written out buy would infact be killed off. Leaving him rather surprised. The producers knew how much J.T. was loved as a character and knew it would stick with fans. And they were right!

So in the sixth season and eleventh episode saw the demise of J.T. when he was stabbed in the back by one time villainous character, Drake Lempkey. J.T. was sadly found and died in the arms of Liberty in ine of the shows most heartbreaking scenes. Fans watch J.T. go from child to late teen. Watching the character grow. So the sense of sadness for the character was strongly felt. And to this day its regarded of Degrassi's all time saddest death.

## Trivia

* Even though J.T.'s actually death aired on 9th January 2007. His character storyline wise is said to have been killed in the November of 2006. Due to this J.T. will go in both "Died in" 2006 and 2007 categories.
* Actor Ryan Cooley appeared in a total of 83 episodes as the character of J.T. Yorke that spanned across six seasons between the year 2001 and 2007.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/J.T.\_Yorke
* https://degrassi.fandom.com/wiki/J.T.\_Yorke
* https://aminoapps.com/c/degrassi/page/item/j-t-yorke/DQRK\_ErfNIpZw8BWE3XDPGgRlnVV1V2l5
Rachel Baptiste

**Rachel Baptise** is a former nurse who appeared in british medical based soap opera, **Holby City**.

## About

The character was created for the 11th season of Holby City in 2008 with the character making her debut in November of that year. The character departed after 7 months on-screen in May 2009.

## Legacy

Unfortunately due to lack of web research I'm currently unable to do a write up on the character however calling Holby City fans your more than welcome to come and write for the said character!

## See Also

Rachel Baptise is not the only role that Ayesha Antoine has played in The SoapVerse.

She has also played the characters of:

* Poppy Silver in Grange Hill.
* Trixie Burroughs and Jasmine Bedford in The Bill.
* Mel Allen in Holby City.
* Police Officer in Skins.
* Janet Poulson and Kayley Rose in Doctors.
* Billie Lawrence in Casualty.

## Trivia

* Ayesha Antoine who portrayed Rachel Baptise. appeared in total of 21 episodes of Holby City as Rachel Baptise.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://holby.fandom.com/wiki/Rachel\_Baptiste
Imogen Hollins

**Imogen Hollins** is a character from british based soap opera, **Doctors**.

## About

Charlie Clemmow was cast in the role of Imogen in 2009 with the character making her debut in early August of that year. The character has left and returned several times since her debut. As of now though the character has left the show and was last seeh in May 2023.

Interestingly though Charlie often wrote to the show asking for an opportunity to do an audition. Eventually the producers agreed and the character of Imogen was born!

## Legacy

Imogen is a virbrant character. She is a devoted artist despite having battling thoughts over her career chocies.

The character is also seen to be apart of the LGBT community having emabarked on a same sex relationship with Elise Stone and also a relationship with Sid Vere.

Imogen quickly become a fan favourite and when her storyline which saw the character get bullied at the hands of Lauren Porter, many fans were rooting for Lauren to get her comeuppance.

As of May 2023, Imogen has left the show.

## Trivia

* Actress Charlie Clemmow has appeared in a total of 315 episodes as the character of Imogen Hollins. Episodes that span across four different stints on the show.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imogen\_Hollins
* https://doctors.fandom.com/wiki/Imogen\_Hollins
Oisin Brennan

**Oisin Brennan** is a character from Irish based soap opera, **Fair City**.

## About

The character is apart of the famous Brennan family and has resided in the soap since atleast 2003 (although the research in these unknown soap opera's are hard to tell) - So this information may be inaccurate.

## Legacy

The character is a bit of a rebel often scheming against others however he is extremely clever, as Oisin has a very IQ. The character has also been seen to be stalking and internet trolling. He often clashes with his father, Paul Brennan who is equally just as buissness minded. Like most villains, Oisin's life was nearly taken at the expense of a shooting. Dean Dowling was the culprit however he missed Oisin entirely.

Oisin still resides in Fair City often scheming and causing trouble - although his father often scols him whenever Oisin seems to mess up especially when its the local residents.

## Trivia

* Oisin was said to be a very talented Fencer and missed out on the 2016 Summer Olympics.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://faircity.shoutwiki.com/wiki/Oisin\_Brennan
Phil Mitchell

**Phil Mitchell** is the iconic and long standing local hardman as well as gangster of the british soap opera, **EastEnders**.

## About

Phil was brought into the show in February 1990 alongside his brother Grant Mitchell, the two are arguably the shows first out and out hardmen. It was made clear early days that Phil was also a criminal but was always a small time crook, however in recent years Phil has been written as a dangerous gangster which has been controversial for sections of the EastEnders fandom. Due to Phil not being ruthless and also because the show hasn't done anything to warrant Phil having the gangster reputation, it has only been written through dialogue.

Despite being labled as a "bottle-job" when it comes to killing Phil still has some what of a kill count, Phil has never directly murdered anyone however he has been responsible for the deaths of five people. Although Phil is also connected to a futher 10 deaths.

Phil has many many romances over the years. He has been married to four women, Nadia Borovac (1993-1994), Kathy Beale (1995-1999), Kate Morton (2003-2005) and Sharon Watts (2014-2020). Phil has also been engaged to Stella Crawford, Suzy Branning, Shirley Carter and currently to Kat Slater. Phil has three children his first born being Ben (1996), second born Louise (2001) and his last born Raymond (2017).
J. R. Ewing

**J.R. Ewing** whose real name is **John Ross** was a character from seasonal american based soap opera, **Dallas**.

## About

The character is original having appeared from the first season of the show. J.R. was at firet more of a "supporting character" rather than a main character. However due to the character becoming very popular both by native and gloable fans, J.R. become one of the main focuses for Dallas. Infact the character was so popular, to this day many media outlets pip J.R. as ine of the best television characters ever created.

Despite the character's popularity. It did not stop the new show producers to kill off tge character in the second season of the revival series. Which aired in early 2013. The was likely done due to the actor, Larry Hagman who portrayed J.R. sadly passing away in November 2012.

## Legacy

It's fair to say that J.R. has a massive legacy. His name is generally always put forward whenever fans or general public speak of soap opera's. Especially those who watch world wide.

Of course we cannot talk or create any content about J.R. Ewing without talking about the "Who Shot J.R. ?", a storyline which could and perhaps definitely be tge reason soap opera's all around the globe do the "whodunit" trope. The storyline was created dur to J.R.'s villainous ways and building enemies. It had the whole nation griped on wanting to know who pulled the trigger - It went onto become America's most watched scene. It was revealed to be Kristin Shepard.

The character's storylines more or less centered around his villainous deeds often wringing anyone in his path - this has regarded J.R. as one of soap opera's biggests villains.

In 2012 the character would be written back in the revival series but would be killed off due to the sad real life passing of the actor who portrayed J.R. Ewing.

There is no denying that the storylines tge character was involved in has impacted soap opera as a whole. J.R. Ewing is a very important figure in soap whether people know it or not - the character has helped change soap opera for the past four decades.

## Trivia

* The character has been ranked by many media outlets as one of the biggest soap opera and Television villains of all time.
* In 2001, British soap opera, EastEnders paid homage to Dallas and J.R. Ewing when they did a successful storyline of their own titled "Who Shot Phil?" which show the equally villainous Phil Mitchell Shot by an unknown person.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/J.\_R.\_Ewing
* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who\_shot\_J.R.%3F
* https://dallas.fandom.com/wiki/J.R.\_Ewing
* https://villains.fandom.com/wiki/J.R.\_Ewing
Oliver Sterling

**Oliver Sterling** is a character from british and radio based soap opera, **The Archers**.

## About

In 2007 actor Michael Cochrane was cast in the role of Oliver, a role he has remained in since.

## Legacy

Oliver is a former soilder that moves into the local farm for a quieter life. Oliver loves new challanges so when the opportunity for him to become a farmer arose, he took it graciously!

He had a famous relationship with his wife, Caroline Sterling however sadly fans would discover that Caroline died not long after the 2015 floods while Oliver and she where on holiday.

Since then Oliver has been a lone wolf having put his feet up by retiring.

## See Also

Oliver Sterling isn't the only role that Michael Cochrane has portrayed in The SoapVerse.

His also played the roles of:

* A Coroner in EastEnders.
* Bob Fay in Coronation Street.
* Anothy Kenworthy in Night And Day.
* John Dune in Holby City.
* Howard Walsh, Nigel Boscombe and Cammander Whiteside in The Bill.
* Reverand Travis in Downton Abbey.
* Rowland Bryant, Tom Barclay, Charles Honeychurch, Tom O'Docherty and David Tennyson in Doctors.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/5j04jSPWCs3Yd5frYsR70fr/oliver-sterling
Rachel Branning

**Rachel Branning** was a character from british based soap opera, **EastEnders**.

## About

In 2006 after the introduction of the character of Bradley Branning in January of that year, actress Sukie Smith was originally cast as tge role to play the character's mother and appeared in a total of four episodes before leaving.

In 2007 the character would be recast to a other actress, Pooky Quesnel a role the actress was in and out of between October 2007 and March 2010. The character has not been seen since then.

## Legacy

Rachel was just yet another woman that was played by womaniser, Max Branning whom she had a child with in Bradley. Rachel had no time for Max's wife, Tanya as Max had an affair with Tanya. When Rachel discovered Max cheated on Stacey behind Tanya's back its fair to say that Rachel felt karma got Tanya but was heartbroken for her son Bradley who married Stacey.

The character if Rachel didn't have many moments as she often only appeared in a hand full of episodes a year from her debut, meaning she has no real major storylines other than being a supportive character for her on-screen son, Bradley.

in 2009 though. The character was involved in a classic soap car accident alongside Masood Ahmed. The character left soon after but return months later for poor Bradley's funeral as he died in February 2010. She's not been seen since - Well since Bradley is dead there is no real reason to comeback to Walford!

## Trivia

* The character of Rachel Branning has appeared in a total of 23 episodes of EastEnders with 4 appearances being that of Sukie Smith and 19 appearances being that of Pooky Quesnel.

## See Also

Rachel Branning isn't the only role that Pooky Quesnel has played in the SoapVerse.

She has also played the roles of:

* Diane Short in Family Affairs.
* Jill Pearce and Melanie Knox in Holby City.
* Claire in Skins.
* Maria Walmsley, Jo Fox and Elaine Curtis in The Bill.
* Emma Davies and Pennie Ashton in Casualty.
* Angela Crowther, Rebecca Dobson, Diana Flaxman and Wanda Aleksandrov in Doctors.
* Olga Fitzgerald in Waterloo Road.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://eastenders.fandom.com/wiki/Rachel\_Branning
P. Morphett

**P. Morphet** (also known as **Mrs. Morphet**) was a minor character that appeared in british based soap opera, **Emmerdale**.

The character only appears in three episodes of Emmerdale. Emmerdale Farm as it was known back then. Her character was put to the task of learning, Amos Brearly on how to drive.

The character was played by the late actress, Hilda Braid.

## Trivia

* Her firet name was never mentioned but we what we do know is that it starts with the letter "P".
* She had a husband who apparently went by the name. Mr. Morphet.

## See Also

Mr. P. Morphet isn't the only role that Hilda Braid has portrayed in The SoapVerse.

She has also portrayed the roles of:

* Willie Plumtree in Crossroads.
* Molly Patridge in Brookside.
* Sylvie Connors in Doctors.
* Mrs. Flowers, Mrs. Bourne and Mrs. Adler in The Bill.
* Winnie Howard and Anges Hartley in Holby City.
* Nana Moon in EastEnders.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://emmerdale.fandom.com/wiki/Mrs\_Morphet
* https://emmerdale.fandom.com/wiki/P.\_Morphett
Quinn James

**Quinn James** is a character from american seasonal based soap opere, **One Tree Hill**.

## About

The character was created ahead of the 7th season of One Tree Hill. As the 7th season arrived, the character of Quinn mad her debut.

In 2012, following the One Tree Hill's axing, the character remained as one of the final cast members until the shows final episode.

## Legacy

One thing that was noticed right away as soon as Quinn arrived on the scene was how free spirited she was. The character was also seen to be very artistic. When arriving it was clear that she was unhappy in marriage to her then current husband, David Fletcher. Which thankfully she eventually got her divorce.

Quinn struck a popular relationship with a fellow character, Clayton Evans and would do a heart warming thing when Quinn adopts Clayton's son, Logan Evans. Quinn would also eventually marry Clayton.

The characters storylines more or less like most if not all One Tree Hill characters revolve around her relationship with the person she loved which was Clayton however their relationship again like most if not all relationships had some rocky patches especially when they were both stalked and even shot by the deranged, Katie Ryan - thankfully they both surrived the shooting and fans were even more delighted when Quinn eventually got the better of Katie during a showdown during a storm.

## Similar Characters

* This is a list of similar characters only.

## Trivia

* Actress, Shantel VanSanten who portrayed Quinn James, appeared in 55 episodes as Quinn James, spanning three season of One Tree Hill, from the 7th to the 9th season.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://onetreehill.fandom.com/wiki/Quinn\_James#:~:text=She%20was%20portrayed%20by%20Shantel,adoptive%20mother%20of%20Logan%20Evans.
Faith Dingle

**Faith Dingle** is a character that appeared in british based soap opera, **Emmerdale**.

## About

The character was created in 2000 as the mother of the shows current trouble maker in Cain Dingle and the former wife of the alcoholic, Shadrach. Originally the character was played by actress, Gillian Jephcott in 2000 and 2004 appearing in five episodes in total.

In 2017 the character was revealed to be making a return to the Dales with one of Britain's most well known actresses in Sally Dexter taking over the role. The character left again in 2019 but Sally agreed to reprise the role in 2021.

In 2022 it was annouced Faith would be leaving again and would this time be killed during the 50th anniversary month in October of that year. The character of Faith bwfore hand was diagnosed with Cancer for the second time which saw her character die in heart breaking scenes.

## Legacy

Faith had it hard. She was a victim of domestic violence to Shadrach and brought up two children in Cain and Chas Dingle - Or so we thought! Faith seemed to care little about her children at first but as time went on her selfishness would be explained making viewers perhaps seeing a different side to her character.

It was clear Faith liked a drink and was always described as "The life and soul" of a party but jer drinking perhaps lead her down some paths such as sleeping with Shadrach's brother, Zak Dingle and during a massive recton by the show, Faith was revealed to have slept with Frank Tate in the 1970s to which she had a child, Caleb. Who she kept serect for the rest of her life.

Faith's storylines include her rocky relationships with her children, Cain and Chas, causing a stir for Zak when its revealed his Cain's biological father. Having a relationship with both Eric Pollard and Bear Wolf, pushing the villainous Kim Tate from a height and having cancer twice which eventually killed the character off.

## Trivia

* Faith has appeared in a total of 572 episodes during the character's duration. 5 episodes done by Gillian Jephcott, 568 episodes done by Sally Dexter and 1 flashback episode done Fleur Keith.
* Faith is said to have made several sex tapes - Good job there was no internet back then!
* Faith was one of three characters killed off during Emmerdale's 50th anniversary month. Faith was the first killed off with the two following being her great distant relative, Liv Livesly and dodge buissnessman, Al Chapman who was shot and killed by Faith's 10 year old grandson, Kyle Winchester.

## See Also

Faith Dingle isn't the only role Sally Dexter has played in The SoapVerse.

She has also played the roles of:

* Janet Campion and Detective Inspector Shipton in The Bill.
* Natalie Harper in Night And Day.
* Caroline Naokes in Doctors.
* Briggitte Nye in Holby City.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://emmerdale.fandom.com/wiki/Faith\_Dingle
* https://emmerdalepastpresent.fandom.com/wiki/Faith\_Dingle
Paddy Kirk

**Paddy Kirk** is a character from british based soap opera, **Emmerdale**.

## About

The character of Paddy was created very late 1996 with the character making his debut in February 1997. Since then Paddy has become one of the most famous faces on Emmerdale.

The character is known by fans striking a double act and friendship with fellow character, Marlon Dingle. Which fans and cast members admire since the actors become great friends off-camera too!

## Legacy

Paddy is seen as somewhat of a comedic character although his definitely had his fair share of serious drama. As previously mentioned Paddy is one half of the classic double act of Paddy and Marlon which many fans love so much show the pair have won the best partnership at a few award ceremonys.

Paddy is the local vet and has had many relationships throughout his time in the famous Dales with characters like: Mandy Dingle, Emily Wylie, Rhona Goskirk and Chas Dingle.

Throughout the years, Paddy's storylines always involved his relationships with those around him. Although Paddy has shown he can be of support of others mainly with Marlon but a good example of this is when Paddy helped his stepson, Aaron Dingle come to terms with the fact his gay.

Dominic Brunt also has proved some performances he gives his all especially when the character of Paddy lost his baby daughter Grace Dingle and when he battled depression more recently.

## Similar Characters

This is a list of similar characters

* Marlon Dingle - Emmerdale.

## Trivia

* Paddy is currently on of the longest serving characters on Emmerdale currently. The character has been around for nearly 30 years.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddy\_Kirk
* https://emmerdale.fandom.com/wiki/Paddy\_Dingle
* https://emmerdalepastpresent.fandom.com/wiki/Paddy\_Kirk
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## Australian Soaps

 2 | Home And Away | 18th January 1988–Present | Ongoing

## Welsh Soaps

 2 | Rownd a Rownd | 11th September 1995–Present | Ongoing

## Final Table

This table is listing almost the international soap opera's from, America, Australia, England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, in order of the release dates.

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## Trivia

* The Archers is the oldest ever soap opera having aired for the first time in January 1951. The Archers is a radio based soap therefore people likely pass this fact.
* Coronation Street is the oldest and longest televised soap opera, having been airing on british channel ITV 1 since December 1960.
* Brookside and Hollyoaks which were both created by Phil Redmond are the only soaps that are known to exist within the same written universe that are not a direct spin-off. Therefore this fact excludes Casualty and Holby City due to Holby City being a direct spin-off from Casualty.
* Neighbours is the only soap opera (excluding seasonal soaps) that was brought back after is original cancellation. The show was axed in 2022 but was brought by a streaming services in February 2023. The she reaired in Autumn of 2023.

## Wiki And Web Links

### American Soaps

* General Hostpital (Wikipedia).
* General Hostpital (Wiki Fandom).
* Days Of Our Lives (Wikipedia).
* Day Of Our Lives (Wiki Fandom).
* Dallas – 1978 (Wikipedia).
* Dallas – 1978 (Wiki Fandom).
Michelle Richardson

**Michelle Richardson** is a former Roundview collage stundent whom attended between 2007 and 2008 in the first generation of characters in british seasonal soap, **Skins**.

## About

Michelle was introduced as part of the first generation of Skins characters her chara was seen to be a popular girl being attracted to and going out with the popular boy, Tony Stonem.

## Legacy

Michelle is seen as the girlfriend of Tony who often gets roped into doing whatever Tony wants too. She attempts to and somewhat succeeds in her friends Cassie Ainsworth and Sid Jenkins in becoming a couple. Michelle eventually finished with Tony as she felt he often treat her poorly - and she was right!

Despite her being fobbed off by Tony most if the time, Michelle is often seen very confident in herself and especially in her dress sense.

Michelle would even begin a relationship with Sid however knowing how much Sid loves Cassie she does the right thing and let the two sort they're feelings out. On her final appearance she and Tony have a heart felt reminisce on their relationship however they're conversation was left for the fans to wonder wherther they left together or not.

Michelle is popular with many of the female viewers due to her confident and relatable to most females persona.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://skins.fandom.com/wiki/Michelle\_Richardson
Quinn Jackson

**Quinn James** is a character from Australian based soap opera, **Home And Away**.

## About

The character was created in 1995 as the estranged daughter of Alf Stewart in 1995 the role was given to actress, Danielle Spencer but when producers decided to bring the character back in 2017 the recast the role and cast actress, Lara Cox to play the role during the character's brief return.

## Legacy

Poor Quinn had no idea who her father was growing up - a big soap trope!, therefore she decided enough is enough and went to search for him and as always she was mistaken for a stalker. However she got to onow her father briefly before for some reason leaving.

The character was not brought back by producers for 22 years at least even given that her father Alf had a 60th birthday and since his marriages.

But producers did infact acknowledge the character still exists when they created the character of Ryder Jackson who is revealed to be the son of Quinn. Quinn eventually showed up again in 2017 but not long left again.

## Trivia

* Quinn's birth year is unknown but fans speculate its around 1970.

## Wiki And Web Links

* https://www.backtothebay.net/characters/quinn-jackson/
* https://homeandaway.fandom.com/wiki/Quinn\_Jackson
* https://home-and-away-soap-opera.fandom.com/wiki/Quinn\_Jackson