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Rachel Ginger Eye

Rachel Ginger Eye is the half sister of Nikki Tuppen. She first appeared in March 2011, and left in February 2013. She made brief appearances in November 2017 and June 2021.

## Storylines

Rachel first appears in March 2011, when she is shown at Nikki's house. It is clear that no-one likes her very much. She is also the mother of Jane, her daughter who She left with Nikki in 2008. She is trying to get Jane back, but fails. Rachel also gets kidnapped in February 2013, however is rescued by Nick. Rachel reappears in November 2017, when she and Paul try to prevent Delilah visiting a dying Nikki, and later attending the funeral. Both are unsuccessful, as the funeral is gatecrashed by Delilah, Tracy, Laura, Nick and Jenny. In June 2021, Shive Evans gives Nick (now known as Jade) Nikki's house in Poshnob Place. Jade is pleased, however Shive later reveals that someone else has bought the house, who is revealed to be Paul and Rachel. Jade meets up with them, and the three try to be amicable, but end up arguing. Shive decides to auction the house, and decide that way. Jade and Emma win the auction, infuriating Paul and Rachel.

## Background Info

Rachel appeared as a recurring character between March 2011 and February 2013, with minimal storylines. She reappeared in November 2017. In May 2021, it was announced that Rachel would be returning, alongside Paul Flappa, in a storyline where they attempt to sabotage Jade buying Nikki's house.
Lynda Baron

Lynda Baron is an actress who played Carol Beans between 2012 & 2018.

Her other notable credits include:

* Doctor Who - singer (1966), captain wrack (1983)
* Open All Hours - Nurse Gladys Emanuel (1976-85)
* A roof over my head - Sheila (1977)
* Oh no, it's Selwyn Froggett! - Vera (1977)
* Grundy - Beryl Loomis (1980)
* The Upper Hand - Patricia "Auntie Pat" Roberts (1992-93)
* Come Outside - Auntie Mabel (1993-97)
* Doctors - Nancy Green (2000), Barbara Cross (2006), Agatha "Auntie Ag" Penrose (2010-11)
* Fat Friends - Norma Patterson (2002-05)

* Fimbles - Grandma (2002-03)
* Eastenders - Linda Clarke (2006-09, 2016)
* Still Open All Hours - Nurse Gladys Emanuel (2013-16)
* Chasing Shadows - Maggie Hattersley (2014)

Her other credits include: breaking point (1966), crossroads: kings oak (1977), minder (1979, 1980 (2 roles)), coronation street (1997), nancherrow (1999), holby city (2002, 2006 (2 roles)), & down to earth (2005)

Sadly, Lynda Baron passed away in March 2022, aged 81.
Julie Hesmondhalgh

Julie Hesmondhalgh is an actress who played Mad Hayley between May & August 2010

Her other notable credits include:

Coronation Street - Hayley Cropper (1998-2014)

Cucumber - Cleo Whittaker (2015)

The office workers - Anita Jennings (2015-16)

Happy Valley - Amanda Wadsworth (2016)

Broadchurch - Trish Winterman (2017)

The trouble with Maggie Cole - Jill (TBA)

Her other credits include: the dwelling place (1994), & the bill (1994, 1997 (2 Roles))
Moira Brooker

Moira Brooker is an actress who played Leah Dawn in 2017.

Her other notable credits include:

County Hall - Stephanie Langham (1982)

Made in Heaven - Carol Atkins (1990)

The Bill - Dr. Jane Andrews (1990-91), Scarlett Creswell (2008)

As Time goes by - Judith Hanson (1992-2002, 2005)

Out of Sight - Mrs Lucas (1996-98)

Her other credits include: Doctors (2005, 2008, 2011 (3 roles))
Robert Pearle

Robert Pearle is the brother of Hollie Pearle. He appeared from August to October 2011.

## Storylines

Robert first appears in August 2011, when he and his sister Hollie Pearle get jobs in a bakery, alongside Emma Pastry and her brother Jake, Mollie Robinson, Natalie Green & Tom Raspberry. He is not seen after November 2011.

## Background Info

Robert and his sister Hollie (Antonia Clarke) first appear in August 2011, when they are employed at a short lived bakery, along with several other characters. In November 2011, it was announced that Hollie, Robert, Jake Pastry & Tom Raspberry had quietly left the show due to lack of storylines. Hollie and Jake would later return.
Emma Cenzi

Emma Cenzi, played by an unknown actress in 2010

Emma Cenzi is a friend of Mrs Celery, and the mother of Britt Cenzi. She appeared for one episode in August 2010, before returning from February 2011 to January 2013. She was played by an unknown actress in 2010, and by Kelly Adams from 2011-13.

## Storylines

Emma first appears in August 2010, when she attends a party held by Mrs Celery, along with Sally Richards, Rebeckya Valen and Chip Chucker. She later returns in February 2011, along with her teenage daughter, Britt. She also says she's moved into Poshnob Place. In February 2012, Britt pushes Wallace Bumf off the couch, and through a glass table, killing him. Britt blames Katy Gale, causing Amy Soffmi to hate her. In May 2012, as Katy is being sentenced to prison, Britt owns up, saying it was her. Katy is released, and Britt is arrested, however is later released due to lack of evidence. Britt is hated by Amy and Katy, later causing Britt to commit suicide by jumping off the roof of her house. Emma is distraught. On New year's day, Nick Evans and Emma Pastry come to check on Emma, and find her dead, having committed suicide herself.

## Background Info

Emma first appeared in August 2010, played by an Unknown, walk on actress. She later returned in February 2011, played by Hustle actress Kelly Adams. In October 2012, it was announced that Emma would be leaving, alongside a lot of other characters. She left in January 2013, when the character was killed off.
Nicola Stapleton

Nicola Stapleton is an actress who played Nicole Slater for one episode in 2012, then as a recurring character from 2013-14, then returning as a regular in 2015.

Her other notable credits include:

Simon and the witch - Sally (1987-88)

The Bill - teenage prostitute (1991), Anne Ross (1998), Tina pope (2002), Julie Barnes (2006), Louise gates (2010)

Eastenders - Mandy Salter (1992-94, 2011-12)

Casualty - Kay Larcombe (1999), Shirley Smith (2004), dawn chambers (2017)

Bad girls - Janine Nebinski (2005-06)

Emmerdale - Danielle hutch (2008-09)

Hollyoaks later - Savannah Madeiros (2009)

Thomas and friends - Rosie (voice) (2017-)

Her other credits include: the last enemy (2008)
Richard McAlddon

Richard McAlddon is the older brother of Robert McAlddon & Julie McAlddon, and the husband of Rosemary Carpenter. He made his debut in May 2013, however left after three months due to legal issues offscreen, but returned in November. He left with Rosemary in August 2014. He returned in February 2018 with Rosemary. He will depart in late 2019.

## Storylines

### 2013-14

Richard makes his debut in May 2013, when he arrives with Rosemary Carpenter, who he met on holiday. Robert & Julie recognise him, and it turns out he's their brother. Rosemary also tells everyone that the pair are due to get married. Rosemary's niece Avril then arrives looking for revenge due to something that happened in the 1980s, and tells Rosemary that she's been seeing Richard. Despite Richard trying to explain, Rosemary tells him to leave. He returns in November, telling her what happened, Rosemary and June send Avril away. Rosemary and Richard get married in July. Rosemary's cousin Rita comes to visit, and suggests that she comes to live with her. Rosemary, Richard and June leave in August and live with her.

### 2018-19

Richard returns in February 2018, along with Rosemary, after Rita dies. June returns in July, having sold the house.

## Background Info

In February 2013, it was announced that Rosemary Carpenter (Gwen Taylor/Annette Badland) would be departing for three months, and returning with a recast (Badland) and a new partner, who was also the brother of established characters Robert (Nigel Havers) & Julie McAlddon (Julie Goodyear). The actor was announced as Coronation Street's William Roache. However, just before his arrival was shown, Roache was arrested. This meant that the character had to leave suddenly. However he returned in November that year. In May, due to the departure of Rosemary Carpenter, this also meant that June Williams (Polly Perkins) & Richard would also leave, which also impacted on Sweetie James (June Brown). The three departed in August. However, due to Rosemary's return, it was announced in January 2018, that Rosemary and Richard would be returning in February. They returned in February. Just over a year later, in June 2019 Rosemary Carpenter, the original actress who played Rosemary, died, aged 87. This meant that, out of respect, the character would sadly pass away too, and also the departures of June (now played by Meg Johnson) & Richard would also depart. He is due to depart in Autumn 2019.
Peter Little

Peter Little is a man who made good friends with Alex Mason. He debuted in May 2018, and left in December 2018.

## Storylines

Peter is first seen in May 2018, when he appears in The Tumpetty. He is taken with Alex Mason, and explains to her that he is an actor who is currently filming nearby. The pair grow closer throughout 2018. However, in December 2018, the filming finishes, and Peter moves on, however he promises to keep in touch with Alex.

## Background Info

In February 2018, it was announced that comedian Peter Kay would be joining the cast of N&F as Peter Little, a new love interest for Alex Mason (Tanya Franks). He first appeared in May 2018, and was an instant hit with viewers. However, Peter said that the role wasn't permanent, and in October 2018, it was announced that Peter would be leaving. He left in December 2018.
Moya Brady

Moya Brady is an actress who is set to play Anne Evans for one episode in September 2020.

Her other notable credits include:

Making Out - Klepto (1989-91)

Inside Victor Lewis Smith - Wife (1993-95)

Mr. Wroe's Virgins - Dinah (1993)

The Bill - Stacey McNab (1995), FDO Roberta "Robbie" Cryer (2002-03)

My hero - Avril (2000)

Shameless - Cassie Western (2005), Remona (2013)

Hollyoaks - Breda McQueen (2018-20)

Her other credits include: casualty (1997, 2006 (2 roles)), doctors (2000, 2006 (2 roles)), nature boy (2000), TV Burp (2002), my life as a popat (2004), & dalziel & pascoe (2007),
Mia Edwards

Mia Evans is the daughter of Chloe Edwards & Luke Edwards. She made her debut in February 2020. She left in April 2023.

## Storylines

Mia first appears in February 2020, alongside her parents Chloe & Luke. She left in April 2023.

## Background Info

In September 2019, it was announced that Jessica Plummer would be joining N&F as Chloe, the cousin of Nick Evans (NJE), along with her husband Luke & her daughter **Mia**. Initially, there were to be two children, the other being a son called Jake, but NJE couldn't find a suitable actor. Kara Leah Fernandez was picked as Mia in December 2019. She made her debut in February 2020. In November 2022, it was announced that Mia had been axed in a cast clearout. She left in April 2023.
Christian Patterson

Christian Patterson is an actor who will play Dan Owen from 2023.

His other notable credits include:

* Mr. Selfridge - Alf (2013)
* The Accident - Rhys Griffiths (2019)
* The Pact - Joe (2022)

His other credits include: krod mandoon and the flaming sword of fire (2009), in my skin (2021), & why didn't they ask Evans? (2022)
Kim Williams

Kim Williams is the best friend of Danielle Hayes. She appeared from February 2022 to June 2023, when the character was killed off.

## Storylines

Kim first appears in February 2022, when she arrives to see her best friend, Danielle Hayes. In April 2022, Kim and Danielle get jobs in The Tumpetty. In August 2022, Kim is kidnapped by Rob Anderson and Big Rick, but survives. In June 2023, Kim goes on a girls night out with Jade, Emma, Louise, Katie, & Danielle. Whilst there, Emma notices bar owner Harvey Pullman taking photos of Jade & Katie, and slips him. Harvey slips something into what he believes to be Emma's drink. Later, Kim collapses outside the bar. She is later revealed to have died.

## Background Info

In December 2021, NJE announced that Coronation Street actress Charlotte Jordan would be joining as Kim Williams, the best friend of Danielle Hayes (Grace Hogg Robinson). NJE described her as "a good friend, and a lot of fun, however has a scheming, manipulative side". She will appear in 2022. Kim is based on a real life friend of NJE's. She arrived in February 2022. Kim was axed in a cast clearout in March 2023. She left in June 2023, when the character died.
Jessica Ransom

Jessica Ransom is an actress who will play Jess Miller from 2022.

Her other notable credits include:

* Doc Martin - Wedding Reception Dancer (2004), Morwenna Newcross (2011-)
* The Armstrong and Miller Show - Various (2009-10)
* Our Zoo - Mrs Polly Ford (2014)
* Horrible Histories - Various (2015-)
* Zapped - Jess (2016-18)

Her other credits include: the escape artist (2013)
Robert McAlddon

Robert McAlddon is the brother of Richard McAlddon & Julie McAlddon, & the husband of Ilfracwm McAlddon. He made his debut in January 2011. He left in January 2024.

## Storylines

### 2011-

Robert first appears in January 2011, when Ilfracwm meets him at a party. The two instantly start a relationship, and in March 2011 the pair announce they're getting married. Everyone is pleased, except Mrs Celery. She tries everything she can to stop them, including putting signs up and locating Julie, Robert's sister, to try and tell him, however she likes Ilf, and does nothing. Mrs Celery realizes that Robert is ok after all, and the pair get married in September. The pair move into 3 Poshnob Place. In January 2012, Rosemarie Weekday & her family Luke,Sian & Alfie move in with them. After Victor Rotten Disco sets Rosemarie's house (5 Hole Street) on fire in August 2012, the Weekdays move back in with Ilfracwm and Robert. Two weeks later, Victor comes knocking on the door, asking to see Rosemarie, a traumatized Rosemarie goes hysterical, telling Ilfracwm that he's come to kill her off. Robert answers the door and tells Victor that Rosemarie isn't in. However he looks through the window and sees Rosemarie and picks up a sledgehammer. Robert runs out and tells him to go away. He does. In early 2013, Robert secretly starts seeing Sarah Golding. This ends in a temporary split with Ilfracwm, until he breaks it off with Sarah. Sarah later dies after driving into the back of a lorry. She is resurrected a year later. In 2013, Robert and Julie are surprised when Rosemary Carpenter starts seeing Richard McAlddon, who is their older brother. In 2019, Robert gets a job in a bank, working alongside Lewis Roberts. In January 2024, Ilf and Robert leave Hole Street, and move away.

## Background Info

Robert was first announced in early January 2011, and he first appeared two weeks later. Nigel Havers was picked, due to his relationships with other N&F stars, Sue Nicholls (Ilfracwm) & Elisabeth Sladen (Sarah) in Coronation Street & The Sarah Jane adventures respectively. In November 2023, it was announced that Ilfracwm and Robert would be leaving after 15 and 13 years in the show. They left in January 2024.
Katie Lacey

Betsy Lacey

Holly Murphy

Katie Lacey is the daughter of Joanne Lacey, and the sister of Millie Lacey, Betty Lacey, Betsy Lacey, Eddie Lacey & Holly Lacey. She debuted in June 2009, for a few episodes. She appeared for two episodes in January 2013, along with the rest of her family, and returned full time in March 2015, but left in February 2016. She returned in June 2016, and left in May 2019.

## Storylines

Katie first appears in June 2009 along with the rest of the family. In January 2013, she returns for the funeral of Ginny Golding. She returns in March 2015, when the Lacey family return, and move into 10 Spencer Street. She leaves in February 2016, along with Millie & Eddie. She returns in June 2016. In April 2019, Katie, along with Betty & Betsy, start up a salon. One month in, Katie gets a phone call saying that Millie has been involved in an accident in Portugal, and Joanne & Katie fly out to be with her. Joanne returns in June, alone, as Katie is staying with her.

## Background Info

Katie was originally In N&F's predecessor, J&C from 2004-06, some sources show her name as Katelin. She made a guest appearance in 2009, along with the rest of her family. In August 2012, it was announced that the Lacey family would be returning for the funeral of Ginny Golding (Barbara Windsor). She returned for two episodes in January 2013. Rachel Bright was chosen as Betsy. In late 2014, it was announced that the Lacey family would be returning full time in the spring. She returned in March 2015. In late 2015, it was announced that Katie, Millie (Danielle Harold) & Eddie (Harry Reid) had all quit. They left in February 2016. However, in May 2016, Bright suddenly announced that she was returning permanently, due to applying for the job of Jazmine Birmingham in the Office Workers being unsuccesful. She returned in July 2016. However in March 2019, Bright announced that she would be leaving once again, due to lack of storyline, and similarity in appearance to NJE. She departed in May 2019.
Lisa Coleman

Lisa Coleman is an actress who played Lisa in June 2019.

Her other notable credits include:

Travellers by Night - Belle (1985)

Casualty - Sharon Dobbs (1990), Jude Kocarnik (1994-97)

Undercover Heart - Sarah May (1998)

The Story of Tracy Beaker - Cam Lawson (2002-06)

Tracy Beaker Returns - Cam Lawson (2010-12)

Hollyoaks - Morag (2011)

Her other credits include: BBC2 Playhouse (1981), French and Saunders (1993, 1996 (2 Roles)), & The Bill (1993, 2000 (2 Roles))
Poppy Lee Friar

Poppy Lee Friar is an actress who played Eve Saddington between May 2015 & January 2016

Her other notable credits include:

Little einsteins - June (2005-09)

Dustbin baby - Hannah (2008)

dead gorgeous - Sophie (2010)

Mr selfridge - Rosalie Selfridge (2013-14)

In the club - Katie (2014-16)

Eve - Eve (2015-16)

Ackley Bridge - Missy Booth (2017-)

Torvill & Dean - Jayne Torvill (2018)

Her other credits include: desperate romantic (2009), a touch of frost (2010), & the syndicate (2015)
Nathan Spider

Jude Riordan as Nathan

Jude Riordan (2022-)

Emma Murphy (2020-)

Robbie Evans (half)

Bobby Evans Dawn (half)

Ocean Star Murphy-Evans (half)

Elle Evans (half)

Christina Dawn (half)

Ginny Rose Murphy-Evans (half)

Kate Spider (adoptive)

Damian Evans (adoptive)

Maria Evans

Jodie Evans

Lucy Evans

Chloe Evans

Ruby Wood

Louisa Spider (adoptive)

Lulu Spider (adoptive)

Toby Spider (adoptive)

William Talbot as Nathan

Nathan Spider is the son of Nick Evans & Sallie Collins, & the adoptive son of Denzil Spider. He made his debut in September 2016, and left in September 2018. He is due to return in December 2019. He was played by Alexander Aze from 2016-18, by William Talbot from 2019-22, and by Jude Riordan from 2022.

## Storylines

Nathan is born in September 2016, and Denzil thinks he's the father, when it was actually Nick. Sallie is disgusted and wants to kill Nathan, throwing him in front of a train, driven by Wallace Squinteye, however is stopped by Tia Evans. Sallie then tries to smother him with a pillow, however is caught by Denzil, who throws her out. She then leaves, leaving Denzil to bring up Nathan, along with Jasmiine Wang. In September 2018, Jasmiine is killed by Qemune Geovj. Denzil & Nathan are then forced to leave after Tom threatens them. Nathan returns in December 2019, along with Denzil, Louisa & Damian.

## Storylines

Nathan was born in September 2016. He made an unannounced departure in September 2018, along with Denzil. In August 2018, it was announced that Nathan would be returning, along with Denzil (David Witts) & Louisa (Tara Lee) & their father Damian later in 2019. It was also announced that Nathan would be recast, now played by William Talbot, previously played by Alexander Aze. In February 2022, NJE announced that Nathan had been recast, with Coronation Street actor Jude Riordan taking the role.
Juliet Cowan

Juliet Cowan is an actress who played Rachel Ginger Eye from 2011-13, & for another episode in 2017

Her other notable credits include:

The Bill - Lynn Barry (1992), Sue Nadin (1994), Gail (1996), Vikki Short (1996), Lucy Hall (1998), Julie Saunders (2002)

This Life - Nicki (1997)

Family Affairs - Polly Arnold (2000-01)

Bounty Hamster - Cassie (2003)

The Queen's Nose - Carla (2003)

Pulling - Tanya (2006-09)

The Sarah Jane adventures - Chrissie Jackson (2007-08)

Cuckoo - Nina (2012-)

The revolting world of Stanley Brown - Amanda (2012)

Hank Zipzer - Rosa Zipzer (2014-16)

Her other credits include: The Passion (1999), touching evil (1999), real women (1999), casualty (2000, 2013 (2 Roles)), shameless (2009), skins (2009-10), phoneshop (2010-11), sugartown (2011), silent witness (2012), eastenders (2012), & marley's ghosts (2016),
Janice Taylor

Janice Taylor was a woman who was employed at The Corner Shop. She appeared from December 2012 to May 2013.

## Storylines

Janice first appears in December 2012, when she is seen with her daughter, Janice when she takes over The Corner Shop when Joyzz OdellCastleHat moves to Italy with David Harper. Janice is instantly disliked by the staff. In April 2013, Viv Squinteye is found dead. Teg Squinteye is arrested, but reveals there was one more. In May 2013, Janice is revealed to be the Viv's killer. Janet fires her.

## Background Info

Janice's arrival was announced in October 2012, alongside her mother Janine Taylor (Julia Mallam). The characters arrived in December 2012. The characters were unpopular with viewers. Janice left in May 2012, after being revealed as the killer of Viv Squinteye (Deena Payne).
Natasha Parker

Chardonnay Golding (half)

Bianca Richards (half)

Natasha Parker is the long lost sister of Delilah, Laura & Chardonnay. She appeared from March 2023.

## Storylines

Natasha first appears in March 2023, when she arrives in Hole Street looking for Delilah and Laura. She finds Laura, and introduces herself as the ex girlfriend of Chardonnay. Laura initially doesn't believe her, however Natasha shows her a photo of her, Chardonnay and a baby. Natasha later reveals she had a baby named Henry who died aged 4. She also says that Tom came to visit Chardonnay in 2005, and was appalled to see her, and told her to leave and never come back. Natasha initially thought this was homophobia, however she is then shown with a DNA test. The DNA comes back, and Natasha tells Laura that she is her sister, which is why Tom didn't want Chardonnay to have anything to do with her. Natasha later gets a job as the local GP. In July 2023, Delilah, Laura and Bianca go on a day trip to London. In September 2023, Natasha goes on a date with Kate Spider.

## Background Info

In February 2023, it was announced that Eastenders actress Natalie Cassidy would be joining N&F, later revealed as a character called Natasha Parker. Jade Carpenter revealed that she would have connections to the Golding family, most prominently Delilah & Laura. She will appear from March 2023. Cassidy's casting was praised by N&F fans, who said that she was one of several good castings for 2023. She arrived in March 2023. A week after arrival, it was revealed that she was the sister of Delilah, Laura & Chardonnay.
Karen Evans

The Tumpetty (2019-21)

1 Poshnob Place (2021-)

Bobby Evans Dawn

Nathan Spider

Ocean Star Murphy-Evans (half)

Christina Dawn (half)

Ginny Rose Murphy-Evans (half)

Maria Evans

Gemma Evans

Jodie Evans

Lucy Evans

Chloe Evans

Ruby Wood

Fuchsia Squinteye

Karen Evans is the son of Nick & Nita, & the brother of Nicky & Bobby, and the half brother of Danielle, Jamie, Robbie & Elle. She made her debut in November 2014. She left in January 2022. She made a guest appearance for five episodes in July 2022. She returned in May 2023. She was played by Ramona Marquez from December 2014-March 2019, and by Polly Allen from April 2019.

## Storylines

Karen is born in November 2014. In August 2015, Nita leaves, and takes Karen with her. In December, Nita is killed, and Karen is returned to live with Nick. In May 2016, Sallie Collins sets the house 4 Hole Street on fire. Everyone gets out, however Karen is trapped in her bedroom, and collapses. She is rescued by Nick, however remains unconscious for four months. She wakes up ok, but has suffered from breathing difficulties ever since. In December 2019, Swibber Squinteye drugs Nicky & Karen and puts them in the back of a van. However they wake up and manage to escape. In May 2021, Jade, Emma and the children go on a day out. Nicky, Karen and Robbie wander off, and Nicky and Robbie enter an abandoned mine shaft, despite being stopped by Karen. The mine shaft collapses on top of them. Karen suffers an asthma attack as a result, and passes out. They are found by Jade and Emma. The three all survive. In December 2021, Nicky tells Jade that he and Karen are moving to Scotland. This causes some resentment when Jade is unsupportive, however the three make up, with Nicky and Karen promising to keep in touch. They leave in January 2021. They returned for Shive's wedding in July 2022, and Jon's funeral. She and Nicky return in May 2023, alongside their new friends Kai Aziz & Luke Cross, Karen's boyfriend. They also move into Hole Street. In October 2023, Karen is held at gunpoint by Ryan Barker. Karen gets loose and is shot by Ryan. Ryan is later killed by Kales, and Karen surprised.

## Background Info

Karen was born in November 2014, and appeared as a baby until December 2014, when she was aged, and played by Ramona Marquez. In early 2019, it was announced that Nicky and Karen were going to be recast. They temporarily departed, when Nita went to stay in Scotland in March 2019. The replacement actor was originally Emmerdale actress Daisy Campbell, however was replaced by Hetty Feather actress Polly Allen. She returned in April 2019. In November 2021, it was confirmed that 6 characters has been axed, including Karen. She left in January 2022. She returned for five episodes in July 2022. In April 2023, it was confirmed that Karen would return in 2023. They returned in May 2023.
Angeline Ball

Angeline Ball is an actress who is set to play Mrs Thomas in Spring 2020.

Her other notable credits include:

Over the Rainbow - Finnoula (1993)

Any time now - Maura Moggin (2002)

Doc Martin - Julie Mitchell (2005-06)

EastEnders - Maggie (2008)

Shameless - Gloria Meek (2012-13)

Acceptable Risk - det. Sgt. Emer byrne (2017)

Keeping Faith - Gael Reardon (2017)

Redwater - Eileen Harrington (2017)

Her other credits include: peak practice (1999), & trouble in paradise (2007)
Leon Perry

## Relationships

Leon Perry is a footballer who will make a guest appearance for five episodes in April 2022.

## Storylines

In April 2022, Leon arrives in Clive Cole's cafe. He instantly takes a shine to Eva Golding. He later asks her to move away with him. They move away a week later.

## Background Info

In December 2021, it was announced that singer and Coronation Street actor Shayne Ward was joining N&F, with no details revealed on his name or arrival date. His name was later given as Leon, and was revealed to be joining on a guest appearance in Spring 2021. He made his debut in April 2022.
Andrew Scarborough

Andrew Scarborough is an actor who is set to play Joseph Andrews from 2020.

His other notable credits include:

Casualty - Gavin Turner (1993), PC (1994-95), Daniel (2000)

The Bill - Warren Judd (1994), Barry shackford (1996), Roy packham (1997), wilf Harris (1999)

Y Palmant Aur - Marcus (1996-97)

Coronation Street - Harvey Reuben (2000-01)

Hearts and Bones - Michael Owen (2000-01)

Bad Girls - Kevin Spiers (2005)

Suburban Shootout - Stuart Diamond (2006-07)

Holby City - Danny Berg (2007), Tim Campbell (2010), Marcus Dunn (2016)

The royal today - dr. Jonathan Ormerod (2008)

Downton Abbey - Tim Drewe (2013-15)

Emmerdale - Graham Foster (2017-20)

Wolfblood - Joshua Hartington (2017)

His other credits include: silent witness (1998), touching evil (1999), Jason and the argonauts (2000), Roman mysteries (2007), doctors (2008, 2010 (2 Roles)), hidden (2011), the bible (2013 (2 Roles)), & Jamaica inn (2014)
Montanna Thompson

Montanna Thompson is an actress who played Elektra Baker in 2009, and Rebeckya Valen in 2010 & 2011. On the latter character's return, the role was recast to Emily Head

Her other notable credits include:

The queens nose - Emily (2000)

The story of Tracy Beaker - Justine Littlewood (2002-06)

Her other credits include: casualty (2005), sugar rush (2006), & the trials of Jimmy rose (2015)
Jake Pastry

Jake Pastry is the younger brother of Emma Pastry. He made his debut in April 2011, but left unannounced in October 2011, though his departure was announced in December. He returned full time in June 2018. He was initially played by an unknown actor in 2011, but has been replaced by Lewys Ball in 2018. He was killed off unannounced in September 2019.

## Storylines

### 2011

Jake first appears alongside his sister Emma, when he is helping out in a bakery. Frustrated at his attitude, she hits him in the face with a pastry case. In August 2011, the bakery staff come under a siege. They nearly shoot Natalie Green, however is stopped by Nick Evans.

### 2018-19

Jake returns in June 2018, when Emma moves back in. In May 2018, during a siege at The Tumpetty caused by Swibber Squinteye, Jake and Jamie Mitchell try to tackle Swibber, and he turns round and shoots Jamie, however he survives. In August 2019, it is revealed that Swibber is stalking Jake. Later that month, Jake receives a text, saying to meet someone at the side of The Tumpetty, which turns out to be Swibber, who stabs him in the stomach. He is found by Robbie Evans, and is helped by Alice Carpenter, and he tells her Swibber did it. He then dies as a result of his injuries, with Alice & Emma present.

## Background Info

In April 2011, it was announced that Emma and Jake Pastry were set to join N&F. They arrived later that month. The scene where Emma (Jayma Mays) hits him with a pastry case was a hit online. Jake vanished from screens in October 2011, with his departure being announced in December 2011, along with Hollie & Robert Pearle & Tom Raspberry. In 2018, when Jazmine Franks was confirmed to be joining N&F, a fan theory, due to unlicensed images of her with Lucy Dixon, who was playing Emma since 2018, was that Franks would be playing a transgender Jake. However, it was announced in May 2018 that Jake would be returning with vlogger and tv presenter Lewys Ball taking the role. He returned in June 2018. In September 2019, Jake made an unannounced departure, when the character was killed off after being stabbed by Swibber Squinteye (Michael Parr). The stabbing scenes caused a lot of controversy due to being shown before the watershed.

It has been suggested that Jake is genderfluid, due to the fact that he wears makeup, however this is unconfirmed.
Julie Wilson Nimmo

Julie Wilson Nimmo is an actress who played Julie Harper between 2015-17

Her other notable credits include:

Chewin' the fat - Various (1999)

Balamory - miss hoolie (2002-05)

Scot Squad - DC Megan Squire (2017-19), & DC Andrea McGill (2019)

Her other credits include: Rab C Nesbitt (1996, 1998, 2011 (3 roles))
Kellie Bright

Kellie Bright is an actress who is set to play Lynda Roberts for a few episodes in September 2019.

Her other notable credits include:

Maid Marian and her Merry Men - Little Girl (1989)

T-Bag & the revenge of the T-Set - Sally (1989)

T-Bag and the pearls of wisdom - Sally (1990)

The upper hand - Joanna Burrows (1990-96)

Bad Girls - Cassie Tyler (2002)

The house that Jack built - Lisa squire (2002)

Jericho - WPC Penny Collins (2005)

Horne and Corden - ? (2009)

Eastenders - Linda Carter (2013-)

Her other credits include: The Bill (1989, 1998 (2 Roles)), the thing about Vince (2000), outriders (2001), silent witness (2002), the Catherine Tate show (2007, 2009), Holby city (2009), rock and chips (2010-11), & one night (2012)
Lucy Evans

Oliver Wood 2017-20

Rebecca McNally (half)

Maria Evans (half)

Gemma Evans (half)

Jade Evans (half)

Chloe Evans (half)

Ruby Wood (half)

Violet Moon

Bianca Richards

Lucy Evans (previously Moonsbury) is the daughter of Delilah & Shive Evans & the sister of Mareon, Rebecca, Maria, Gemma, Jade, Jodie, Chloe, Ruby & Lewys. She made her debut in January 2008, however disappeared in May 2009. She returned in November 2016. She was played by Lucy Jenkins from 2008-09, and by Rosie Bentham from 2016-.

## Storylines

### 2008-09

3 year old Lucy moves into 1B Hole Street in January 2008, along with her sisters Nick & Jodie, mother Delilah, aunt Laura, & friend of Delilah Tracy. The family move next door into 1 Hole Street a few days later. In May 2009, her and Jodie go to live with Shive Evans.

### 2016-

Lucy returns in November 2016, now aged 11. She moves into 1B Hole Street, where her sisters Rebecca, Maria, Gemma, Jodie, Chloe & Mareon are now living. In May 2017, it was revealed that Jodie and Lucy had been staying in a friend's house for two years and Gemma had been secretly looking after them, after Shive faked his death. In July 2017 Lucy is caught in the helicopter crash, but survives. In February 2019, Lucy finds out that she is pregnant, with Robbie Mitchell being the father. In October 2019, she goes into labour walking home from The Tumpetty, and she phones Robbie, who phones Nick & Delilah, who are shocked but accepting. Lucy gives birth to a baby girl, Ariana.

## Storylines

Lucy had previously appeared between 2005-06 as a baby in N&F's predecessor, J&C. She was reintroduced as one of the original characters in N&F, appearing from January 2008. The character stopped appearing in May 2009, along with Jodie for unknown reasons. In July 2016, it was announced that Lucy was returning, now aged 11, played by Emmerdale actress Rosie Bentham. Bentham was originally considered as Sophie Goulding, however NJE preferred the idea of her playing Lucy Evans. She returned in November 2016. The 2019 storyline with Lucy becoming pregnant at 14 caused controversy.
Megan James

Megan James is the daughter of Rick and Fiona James, and the younger sister of Johnny James. She made her first appearance in February 2018.

## Storylines

### 2018-

Megan first appears in February 2018, when she moves into 11 Spencer Street, along with her father Rick, mother Fiona and older brother Johnny. It transpires that she, along with Fiona and Johnny, are being manipulated by their manipulative father, Rick. In April 2018, when her friend Alison Maki comes round, Rick asks why they aren't doing more "girly" hobbies. In May, when Johnny comes out as genderfluid, she accepts him, along with Fiona, and disowns her father when he refuses to accept and beats him up. Megan later makes friends with Jodie Evans and Maisie Murphy. In October 2018, Megan is shocked to discover that her father is in a group of criminals, along with Tom Golding, Ryan Barker, and Qemune Geovj. When Rick is sentenced to 10 years in prison, he tells apologizes to her, to which she forgivrs, and she tells him she'll be waiting for him when he comes out. In February 2019, Megan is upset to discover that Fiona is seing Lewis Roberts. She is also creeped out by his son, Charlie. In August 2019, Megan and Charlie were walking, when he tried to put his arm around her, and she pushed him away. He lost her balancd, and fell down a drop, hitting his head on a rock at the bottom, killing him instantly. Megan becomes wracked with guilt, & confesses to Angela at the church, & subsequently turns to religion to deal with her emotions. In November 2019, Johnny follows her to church, where he waits outside to confront her. Megan then tells him about killing Charlie. He is shocked, but promises not to tell anyone. However Fiona hears Johnny & Megan talking. On Christmas Day, Lewis, Fiona, Johnny & Megan are sitting down to Christmas dinner, when Angela arrives with a card and present (a cross on a chain) for Megan. The card says "thank you for confessing". Lewis is suspicious, and reads the card. He asks what this means, and the truth comes out. Lewis is devastated and walks out. However, he privately asks her what happened, and she explains that it was a tragic accident, not deliberate. Lewis then decides to move on. However Megan is walking home, when Lynda, Charlie's mother, runs her over in her car.

## Kill Count

Charlie Roberts - pushed him down a bank, where he hit his head on a rock.
= 1

## Background info

In October 2017, it was announced that a new family, The James Family, were going to arrive in early 2018. Eastenders actress Alice Nokes was originally considered as Megan, however Cleo Demetriou was later chosen, due to her lead part in CBBC show So Awkward.
Katherine Parkinson

Katherine Parkinson is an actress who will play Kathy Tomlinson from early 2021.

His other notable credits include:

Doc Martin - Pauline Lamb (2005-09)

The IT crowd - Jen Barber (2006-13)

Fear, stress and anger - Gemma (2007)

Katy Brand's big ass show - Various (2007-09)

The old guys - Amber (2009-10)

Whites - Caroline (2010)

The bleak old shop of stuff - Conceptiva (2011-12)

In the club - Kim (2014-16)

The honourable woman - Rachel stein (2014)

Humans - Laura Hawkins (2015-18)

The Kennedys - Brenda Kennedy (2015)

Defending the guilty - Caroline (2017-18)

Hang ups - Karen Muller (2018)

Her other credits include: the great outdoors (2010)
Nigel Havers

Nigel Havers is an actor who played Robert McAlddon from 2011-.

His other notable credits include:

Crown court - Bernard Crittenden/Patrick mills (1973, 1975)

The black arrow - Roger (1974)

Nicholas Nickelby - Nicholas Nickleby (1977)

A horseman riding by - Paul Craddock (1978)

A question of guilt - Dr leach (1980)

Winston Churchill: the wilderness years - Randolph Churchill (1981)

Nancy Astor - Bobby Shaw (1982)

Don't wait up - Dr. Tom Larimer (1983-90)

Strangers and brothers - Roy Calvert (1984)

A little princess - Carrisford (1987)

The charmer - Ralph Ernest Gore (1987)

Sleepers - Jeremy coward/Sergei Rublev (1991)

A perfect hero - Hugh Fleming (1991)

The good guys - guy McFadyean (1992-93)

Dangerfield - Dr Jonathan Paige (1997-99)

Manchild - Terry (2002-03)

Brothers and sisters - Roger Grant (2009-10)

Coronation street - Lewis archer (2009-10, 2012-13, 2018-19)

Lunch monkeys - Mike (2009-11)

The life of rock with Brian Pern - Tony pebble (2014-17)

His other credits include: the lives of Benjamin Franklin (1974-75), Edward the seventh (1975), rooms (1975), the glittering prizes (1976), the cedar tree (1976), an Englishman's castle (1978), the glass virgin (1995), born and bred (2005), little Britain (2004-05), the Sarah Jane adventures (2009), Benidorm (2017-18) & the cockfields (2019)
Karren Grant

*Not to be confused with Karen Evans*

Shive Evans

Adrian Johnson (half)

Anne Evans (half)

Chloe Edwards

Karren Grant (nee Evans) is the sister of Julia Evans, Damian Evans, Dave Evans & Shive Evans, the half-sister of Adrian Johnson, Pam Harris & Anne Evans, and the mother of Candice, Caitlyn & Chloe Edwards. She appeared on five guest appearances in June 2020, September 2020, March 2022, July 2022 & January 2023.

## Storylines

Karren comes to see her daughter Chloe, along with her other daughter Caitlyn, after she is involved in a house fire caused by her husbandm Luke. She attends the Evans Family Reunion in September 2020, along with her husband Daniel. She returns in March 2022, when she visits Shive Evans when he is diagnosed with a heart problem, and finds out she has the same problem. She returns in July 2022, for Shive's wedding. She returns for Shive's funeral in January 2023, along with Julia & Anne.

## Background Info

In April 2020, it was announced that Karren Evans would be appearing on a guest appearance in June 2020. A few days later, Hannah Jane Fox was announced as the actress portraying her. She appeared for one episode in June 2020. She returned in September 2020, along with Adrian Johnson (Paul Usher) & Pam Harris (Emma Cooke) for the Evans Family reunion. She also returned in March 2022 for two episodes. She returned in July 2022 for four episodes. She returned for one episode in January 2023.
Lewis Roberts

Lewis Roberts is an upper-class bank manager who is currently Fiona James' partner. He appeared from January 2019 to June 2021.

## Storylines

### 2019-21

Lewis is first seen in January 2019 when Robert applies for a job as a bank manager, and his workmate is Lewis. Fiona goes to the bank and is instantly taken with the bank manager, who later asks her out. Fiona later invites him to meet her family, her son Johnny J and Megan J. Both are dubious to start with. Johnny later goes to see his father Rick in prison, to see his opinion, of which he's fine with. Johnny agrees to give Lewis a chance, however Megan is more dubious. Lewis arrives at the James house, along with his son Charlie. Megan accepts Lewis, but takes an instant dislike to Charlie, who seems to like her. In June 2019, Lewis proposes to Fiona. In August Lewis is devastated when Charlie dies, after being pushed into a drop by Megan. He hears it on the news, and rushes to find him. Lewis is shocked when his ex-wife Lynda returns, demanding answers. She vows to get revenge on whoever did it. Megan is wracked with guilt, and starts attending church. Johnny & Fiona later find out that Megan killed Charlie. On Christmas Day, Lewis, Fiona, Johnny & Megan are sitting down to Christmas dinner, when Angela arrives with a card and present for Megan. The card says "thank you for confessing". Lewis demands answers and the truth comes out, leaving him devastated. He contacts Lynda and tells her he knows who killed Charlie. Lynda returns, and she vows to kill Megan. In January 2020, Lewis corners Megan and asks her to tell him what happened. Megan tells him that it was a tragic accident, but not deliberate. Lewis is left not knowing what to do. However, he makes a decision. He goes round to see Fiona, and tells her that he forgives Megan, realising it wasn't deliberate. Fiona is pleased, and the pair agree to move on. They wait outside the house for Megan to come home, however as soon as she is walking up the road, Lynda runs her over in her car. However, she recovers. In March 2020, Lewis and Fiona get married, however the service is interrupted by Lynda, holding a gun. She tries to shoot Megan, but accidentally shoots Lewis. In June 2021, Matthew Alderton tries to run over John Barlow, however misses and accidentally runs over Lewis, killing him.

## Background Info

In late 2018, it was announced that Lewis actor Laurence Fox was to join N&F as a bank manager and new love interest for Fiona James. Fox was chosen as he was briefly mentioned by NJE's parents, regarding someone NJE's mother worked with. In December 2020, it was announced that Fox would be leaving in Spring 2021. Lewis left in June 2021, when the character died.

In June 2022, Fox posted a swastika made of pride flags on Twitter, accompanied by hateful comments on pride. Despite being killed off, NJE confirmed that they had cut all connections with Fox, and that Lewis would never return to N&F. NJE also referred to him as a "Stupid posh prat" on Twitter, and added him to a list of celebs they didn't like.
Jess Miller

Marie Palmer

Jess Miller (nee Palmer) is the sister of Stella Squinteye, Katherine Palmer & Marie Palmer, and the wife of Matthew Miller. She appeared from September 2022. She left in May 2023.

## Storylines

Jess first appears in September 2022, when she arrives on Hole Street, alongside her husband Matthew. It is revealed on arrival that Jess is the sister of Stella Squinteye. Jacqueline, Matthew & Jess left in May 2023.

## Background Info

In July 2022, it was announced that five new characters were joining N&F. These included Doc Martin actors Joe Absolom and Jessica Ransom as Matthew & Jess Miller. They appeared from September 2022. Jess was axed in a cast clearout in March 2023. She left in May 2023.
Alex Richards

Michelle Murphy (2015)

Alex Richards is the son of Sally Richards and the ex-boyfriend of Natalie Murphy. He appeared from October 2014 to December 2015.

## Storylines

Alex first appears in October 2014, when he confronts Nick, who is having an affair with Natalie Murphy. Alex reveals himself as Natalie's ex boyfriend, and causes severe trouble for Nick & Natalie throughout 2014. Nick even tries to set him up with Natalie's sisters Michelle & Megan, however they reject him. Nick pushes him down a flight of stone stairs in Summer 2015. In August 2015, their affair is exposed, and Nita leaves, and the pair get together and get married in October 2015. In December 2015, Nick and Natalie are walking home, when a taxi pulls up, and Nita gets out. Nick is pleased to see her, and Nita tells them to take her back. Nick says yes, however Nita drops to the ground. Alex is behind her, and has stabbed her in the back with a knife. The neighbours come out, including Wallace & Fuchsia. They all punch Alex. Nita dies, surrounded by Nick, Wallace, Fuchsia, Kales, Alex, & Tara. The neighbours ask Nick to kill him, so they grab a brick and hit him over the head, killing him instantly. In 2017, nearly 3 years after his death, Nick goes to see Sally Richards, who tells them that their son was killed by a jealous ex-girlfriend. Nick realizes this is Alex, and tells a shocked Sally the truth about her son.

## Background Info

In August 2014, it was announced that an ex-boyfriend of Natalie Murphy (Natalie J.) was joining. Michael Parr (who later played Swibber Squinteye) was the original choice, however NJE wanted someone "nicer looking". Oliver Farnworth was chosen for the part. He debuted in October 2014. In Autumn 2015, it was announced that Alex would be leaving over Christmas 2015. It was also announced that someone would die, showing Nick, Natalie & Alex. In a shock twist, Alex killed Nita. Alex was killed when Nick hit him over the head with a brick. The death of Nita caused extreme hate for the character.
Kathy Berry

Nadine Rose Mulkerrin as Kathy (2022)

Dani Harmer as Kathy (2012)

Kathy Berry is the daughter of Janet Berry. She appeared from February 2012 to September 2017. She returned from February to December 2022. She was played by Dani Harmer from 2012-17 and Nadine Rose Mulkerrin from 2022.

## Storylines

Kathy first appears in February 2012, when she joins her mother Janet on her first day in The Corner Shop. Janet knocks over a pile of boxes, making everyone except Joyzz laugh. In July 2012, Nick starts a brief relationship with Kathy, lasting just two months. In September 2017, Janet is sacked by Tom Golding, and her and Kathy move away.

In February 2022, Kathy comes into the Corner Shop, asking for her job back. She is rude to Anne Golding instantly. It is later revealed that she is working with Anne, who wants to steal the shop and kick out Jackie, Joyzz and David. Kathy helps because of Tom kicking Janet out. Kathy continues to help Anne, however when Anne pushes her too far, Anne phones the police, letting Kathy get arrested.

## Background Info

In July 2011, it was announced that Dani Harmer was joining N&F, 7 months before her debut. Harmer was 9 years older than her character, and had a completely different appearance, openly modelled on Katy Perry in the Last Friday Night video. She appeared from February 2012. Kathy is notable for having a brief relationship with Nick, though this only lasted two months. Nick and Kathy were rumoured to start another relationship in 2016, however this never went ahead. In July 2017, Kathy was axed in a large cast cull. She left in September 2017. In November 2021, it was announced that Kathy would be returning in 2022, with the role recast to Hollyoaks and The Office Workers actress. Nadine Rose Mulkerrin. She returned in February 2022. It was later revealed that she was working with Anne Golding (Gillian Taylforth) in an attempt to steal the shop. This twist was heavily criticized by fans for ruining a previously likeable character. In July 2022, the character was axed in a cast clearout. She left in December 2022.
Mollie Robinson

## Relationships

Mollie Robinson is a young girl who worked at the bakery. She appeared from July 2011 to November 2017.

## Storylines

Mollie first appears in July 2011, when she is given a job at the short lived bakery. She was frequently shown with **Mollie Robinson**.

## Background Info

Mollie first appeared in July 2011. Despite her comparatively long tenure, the character did very little. She was axed in August 2017, and left in November. The character wasn't written out, but she stopped appearing.