Patsy Palmer [Eastenders] | FEMALE CELEBRITY Patsy Palmer [Eastenders] Kirsty Gallacher (Presenter) Patsy Palmer [Eastenders] Famous for her shoutings and ravings at “Rickeeee”, Patsy Palmer has changed her style from Ginger Chav to one of the most desired women actresses in British Television. As these photo shots show, the change has been not before time. Enjoy. Patsy Palmer 26 May 1972, Bethnal Green, London, England, UK 5′ 6½” (1.69 m) Mini Biography Born Julie Anne Harris, the youngest child of Albert and Pat Harris, Patsy Palmer was born for stardom. Palmer spent her childhood in Bethnal Green, London with all of her family close by. She was, in particular close to her maternal grandparents that were affectionately called Farvey and Nor. Despite having a close family, however, Palmer’s parents separated when she was 8-years-old and her father, whom she had never felt close to, remarried and moved to America.

Palmer was bitten by the acting bug at the tender age of six when her older brother Albert auditioned for a part in the West End production of “Joseph and the Amazing Techni-Colored Dreamcoat”. Accompanying him to the audition along with her mother, Patsy demanded to be allowed to audition despite being too young and, to the amazement of her family and herself, she was given a chorus role – and was the youngest member of the entire show! This prompted a young Julie Harris to audition for the free-paying Anna Scher Theatre School and, due to there already being an accomplished film and theatre actress by the name of Julie Harris, she was given the stage name Patsy Palmer, her mother’s maiden name. Whilst there Palmer extended her talents to writing plays, resulting in her winning an award at the London Festival of Plays at the age of just 12 for writing her own play about prostitution. Patsy began her career on television by starring as an extra in an episode of “The Bill” (1984) in 1988 at 16. That same year she had a prominent part as an acne-ridden teenager in a TV commercial for Clearasil.

Further small roles in TV series’ such as “Tricky Business” (1989), “Making News” (1990), “Clarissa” (1991/I), “Love Hurts” (1992) and “Drop the Dead Donkey” (1990) followed before Patsy Palmer became an iconic household name with her famous portrayal of feisty red-head Bianca Jackson in the BBC One soap opera “EastEnders” (1985), making her first appearance in November 1993 at 21. During her time on the soap opera Palmer tackled various demanding storylines, such as her turbulent romance with Ricky Butcher, played by real-life best friend Sid Owen, the discovery of her father David Wicks, premature death of her disabled daughter Natasha, for which she became the first ever soap actress to be nominated for Best Actress at the Royal Television Society Awards, death of her best friend Tiffany Mitchell and the revelation of her affair with Dan Sullivan, the fiancé of her mother Carol Jackson.

In April 1997 she commanded the soap’s biggest ever audience draw with more than 22 million people tuning in to watch Ricky and Bianca’s wedding, and her turn in the show also prompted a meeting between her and Queen Elizabeth II, which Palmer declared was one of the biggest highlights of her life. After six years in the soap opera, however, Palmer bowed out in order to try new things and made her last appearance in September 1999. Following her departure Palmer got involved in various projects, such as the detective series “McCready and Daughter” (2001), “Do or Die” (2001) and the period drama “He Knew He Was Right” (2004), as well as cameo appearances in short films Another Green World (2005) and Trapped (2008/II).

Patsy also reprised her role as fiery Bianca Jackson in a special spin-off show EastEnders: Ricky & Bianca (2002) (TV), reuniting her with Sid Owen for the first time in three years, which detailed Bianca’s life away from Walford, where she struggled to raise her son Liam and attend fashion college in Manchester as well as working in a seedy club in order to make ends meet. The show was extremely popular with Palmer’s fans and resulted in her being invited to return to the show, but Palmer declined in order to spend time with her family. Later on in October 2007 it was announced that Patsy Palmer would be returning to “EastEnders” (1985) after 8 years away and, along with Sid Owen, her returning scenes were aired in April 2008. Palmer’s second stint in the soap opera as Bianca portrayed her still as a struggling single mother, this time being thrown out of her residence for failing to pay rent and being made homeless along with her children. Palmer has also tackled the difficult storyline of sexual abuse, with her stepdaughter Whitney being groomed by Bianca’s jailbird boyfriend Tony King.

Outside her career, Palmer is a mother to three children: Charley (born in February 1992, fathered by an ex-boyfriend), Fenton (born in June 2000), Emilia (born in July 2001) and Bertie (born in December 2010), the latter three fathered by her husband taxi driver Richard Merkell. She was married to director Nick Love, who directed her in her role as a pregnant drug-addicted prostitute in Love Story (1999) (TV), but they separated after just five months of marriage. She currently lives in Brighton with her husband, whom she has been married to since August 2000, and her four children. Palmer is the active patron of Children’s Cancer Charity CLIC Sargent. Patsy Palmer is an incredible talent and a British icon from humble beginnings and a shining example for those across Britain that, depending on what the background, there is hope for everyone that their dreams will come true. Hers did.

Richard Merkell (1 August 2000 – present) 3 children Nick Love (August 1998 – May 2000) (divorced) Her red hair and freckles Her famous “EastEnders” (1985) catchphrase “Rickaaaayyyy!” Trivia Gave birth to her son Fenton on 13 June 2000 via Caesarean section. He was delivered prematurely as Palmer was suffering from Vassa Praevia. Best known as fiery Bianca Jackson from “EastEnders” (1985). Gave birth to her daughter Emilia on 7 July 2001, via Caesarean section. Her brother, psychotherapist Harry Harris, is married to actress Lindsey Coulson who played her mother in “EastEnders” (1985). She has another brother named Albert. Her stage name, Patsy Palmer, is actually her real-life mother’s name. Won an award at the London Festival of Plays for a play she had written about prostitution in 1984 at the age of 12.

Made her West End stage debut in the production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” in 1978 at the age of 6. Attended the Anna Scher Stage School, where other future “EastEnders” (1985) actors such as Gillian Taylforth, Susan Tully, Sid Owen, James Alexandrou, Natalie Cassidy, Brooke Kinsella and Joe Swash attended. Her parents separated when she was 8-years-old. Is the youngest of three siblings. She has two older brothers called Harry (born 1964) and Albert (born 1966). Her famous red hair was passed down to her from her great-grandfather, whilst the rest of her family members have either brown or auburn hair. Is best friends with her “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Sid Owen. Was named “Julie Anne” in honour of her mother’s friend Julie and her mother’s middle name Ann. Left school with four GCSEs: English, English Literature, Drama and Art. Attended Haggerston School for Girls in Hackney (1983-1988).

Her paternal grandfather Albert Harris died before she was born. Her maternal grandmother Norah Palmer died in 1986 when she was fourteen. Her paternal grandmother May Harris died in 1987 when she was fifteen, and her maternal grandfather Harry Palmer died in 1996 when she was 24. Her life-long friend Nicole was bridesmaid at her wedding to Nick Love, whilst her “EastEnders” (1985) co-stars Sid Owen, Martine McCutcheon and Richard Driscoll were also in attendance. Gave birth to her son Charley Palmer Rothwell in February 1992 at Homerton Hospital, fathered by her ex-boyfriend Alfie Rothwell, a boxer. Had her appendix removed (1996). Is a close friend of “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Barbara Windsor, referring to her as her “second mother”. Her favourite actress is Julie Walters. Named her daughter Emilia in honour of her father-in-law Emilio, who died just months before his granddaughter’s birth.

Was in attendance at the funeral of her former “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Wendy Richard (9 March 2009). Is dyslexic. Named her son Fenton in honour of her close paternal cousin Fenton. Has an intense fear of flying. Was replaced by Tamzin Outhwaite in the lead role of Sgt. Jo McDonagh in “Red Cap” (2003) before production began. as pregnant with her son Charley during the filming of “Clarissa” (1991/I). Her son Charley played her character’s baby in a 1993 episode of “The Bill” (1984). Returned to work 3 months after giving birth to her son Fenton in order to begin filming “Do or Die” (2001). Released her autobiography, All Of Me (April 2007). Launched tanning products from her new business Palmer-Cutler (Autumn 2003). Appeared in the third series of “Strictly Come Dancing” (2004) with Anton du Beke as her dance partner. She finished fifth out of twelve contestants (2005).

Was in attendance at the wedding of her “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Samantha Womack to Mark Womack (17 May 2009). Was in attendance at the wedding of her “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Scott Maslen to Estelle Rubio (6 September 2008). Returned to work 6 months after giving birth to her daughter Emilia in order to begin filming EastEnders: Ricky & Bianca (2002) (TV). Is one of 16 “EastEnders” (1985) actors to compete in “Strictly Come Dancing” (2004).

The others, in chronological order, are Christopher Parker (Spencer Moon), Jill Halfpenny (Kate Mitchell), Louisa Lytton (Ruby Allen), Letitia Dean (Sharon Rickman), Matt Di Angelo (Deano Wicks), Phil Daniels (Kevin Wicks), Gillian Taylforth (Kathy Mitchell), Jessie Wallace (Kat Moon), Zoe Lucker (Vanessa Gold), Ricky Groves (Garry Hobbs), Natalie Cassidy (Sonia Fowler), Jimi Mistry (Fred Fonseca), Scott Maslen (Jack Branning), Kara Tointon (Dawn Swann) and Anita Dobson (Angie Watts). Her “EastEnders” (1985) character Bianca Jackson became the 9th woman on the soap opera to give birth. Bianca had a son Liam (played by Nathaniel Gleed and then James Forde), born on 25 December 1998. Her father was born in Limerick, Ireland. Returned to work 15 months after giving birth to her son Charley in order to film an episode of “The Bill” (1984).

Announced that she is pregnant with her 4th child (1 August 2010). Is the godmother of her former “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Natalie Cassidy’s daughter Eliza Beatrice Cotrell. Gave birth to her son Bertie, with husband Richie Merkell, 7 weeks prematurely via Caesarean section in a Brighton hospital, weighing in at 4lbs 11oz (8 December 2010). Was 7 months pregnant with her son Bertie when she took maternity leave from filming “EastEnders” (1985). Returned to work 10 months after giving birth to her son Bertie to resume filming “EastEnders” (1985). Revealed that she had suffered a miscarriage at 9 weeks pregnant in October 2011 (4 December 2011). Like this: Patsy Palmer quits EastEnders for Hollywood Patsy Palmer has confirmed that she is leaving EastEnders .

The 41-year-old star, who has played Bianca Butcher for more than 20 years, announced her decision to leave the BBC soap this week, amid reports she is heading to Hollywood with her family. Patsy is said to be quitting Eastenders for Hollywood "Patsy is really sad to be leaving the show as she loves playing Bianca and working with executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins but she knows it's the right decision at this time in her life," a spokesman for the mum-of-four said. A friend told the Mirror that the actress will be heading to LA this summer to take up a "once in a lifetime opportunity". Patsy is said to be moving to America with her whole family "Not only is Patsy excited about future work in Hollywood, she is making the move for the sake of the whole family. It's a lifestyle choice for them," the insider confirmed. "She has lots of exciting offers lined up and feels the time is right to say goodbye. Her children are at the age where they can be moved across to the States relatively easily.

And it has always been her big ambition to crack Hollywood." Patsy plays Bianca Butcher on the popular BBC soap Patsy, whose real name is Julie Ann Harris, became an overnight hit with fans when she first appeared in EastEnders in 1993 as loudmouth Bianca. Her on-off romance with boyfriend Ricky Butcher proved particularly popular, and the couple's wedding in 1997 pulled in one of the biggest ever soap audiences — over 22 million. Patsy has played the character of Bianca on and off for over 20 years Patsy originally exited the show in 1999 before returning for a one-off episode in 2002. She reprised the part of Bianca full-time again in 2008. EastEnders executive producer Dominic has confirmed he won't be killing off the character. "We are so sad that Patsy has decided to leave us but completely understand the time is right for her. "Bianca won't be leaving Albert Square until the autumn, so there's still a lot more to come from her on screen this year — and the door will be left wide open for her return.

We won't be getting rid of Bianca's puffa jacket just yet." Patsy Palmer - Biography - IMDb Patsy Palmer Jump to: Overview (3) | Mini Bio (1) | Spouse (2) | Trade Mark (2) | Trivia (49) Overview (3) 5' 6½" (1.69 m) Mini Bio (1) Born Julie Anne Harris, the youngest child of Albert and Pat Harris, Patsy Palmer was born for stardom. Palmer spent her childhood in Bethnal Green, London with all of her family close by. She was, in particular close to her maternal grandparents that were affectionately called Farvey and Nor. Despite having a close family, however, Palmer's parents separated when she was 8-years-old and her father, whom she had never felt close to, remarried and moved to America. Palmer was bitten by the acting bug at the tender age of six when her older brother Albert auditioned for a part in the West End production of "Joseph and the Amazing Techni-Colored Dreamcoat".

Accompanying him to the audition along with her mother, Patsy demanded to be allowed to audition despite being too young and, to the amazement of her family and herself, she was given a chorus role - and was the youngest member of the entire show! This prompted a young Julie Harris to audition for the free-paying Anna Scher Theatre School and, due to there already being an accomplished film and theatre actress by the name of Julie Harris , she was given the stage name Patsy Palmer, her mother's maiden name. Whilst there Palmer extended her talents to writing plays, resulting in her winning an award at the London Festival of Plays at the age of just 12 for writing her own play about prostitution. Patsy began her career on television by starring as an extra in an episode of The Bill (1984) in 1988 at 16. That same year she had a prominent part as an acne-ridden teenager in a TV commercial for Clearasil.

Further small roles in TV series' such as Tricky Business (1989), Making News (1990), Clarissa (1991), Love Hurts (1992) and Drop the Dead Donkey (1990) followed before Patsy Palmer became an iconic household name with her famous portrayal of feisty red-head Bianca Jackson in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders (1985), making her first appearance in November 1993 at 21. During her time on the soap opera Palmer tackled various demanding storylines, such as her turbulent romance with Ricky Butcher, played by real-life best friend Sid Owen , the discovery of her father David Wicks, premature death of her disabled daughter Natasha, for which she became the first ever soap actress to be nominated for Best Actress at the Royal Television Society Awards, death of her best friend Tiffany Mitchell and the revelation of her affair with Dan Sullivan, the fiancé of her mother Carol Jackson.

In April 1997 she commanded the soap's biggest ever audience draw with more than 22 million people tuning in to watch Ricky and Bianca's wedding, and her turn in the show also prompted a meeting between her and Queen Elizabeth II , which Palmer declared was one of the biggest highlights of her life. After six years in the soap opera, however, Palmer bowed out in order to try new things and made her last appearance in September 1999. Following her departure Palmer got involved in various projects, such as the detective series McCready and Daughter (2001), Do or Die (2001) and the period drama He Knew He Was Right (2004), as well as cameo appearances in short films Another Green World (2005) and Trapped (2008).

Patsy also reprised her role as fiery Bianca Jackson in a special spin-off show EastEnders: Ricky & Bianca (2002), reuniting her with Sid Owen for the first time in three years, which detailed Bianca's life away from Walford, where she struggled to raise her son Liam and attend fashion college in Manchester as well as working in a seedy club in order to make ends meet. The show was extremely popular with Palmer's fans and resulted in her being invited to return to the show, but Palmer declined in order to spend time with her family. Later on in October 2007 it was announced that Patsy Palmer would be returning to EastEnders (1985) after 8 years away and, along with Sid Owen , her returning scenes were aired in April 2008. Palmer's second stint in the soap opera as Bianca portrayed her still as a struggling single mother, this time being thrown out of her residence for failing to pay rent and being made homeless along with her children. Palmer has also tackled the difficult storyline of sexual abuse, with her stepdaughter Whitney being groomed by Bianca's jailbird boyfriend Tony King.

Outside her career, Palmer is a mother to three children: Charley (born in February 1992, fathered by an ex-boyfriend), Fenton (born in June 2000), Emilia (born in July 2001) and Bertie (born in December 2010), the latter three fathered by her husband taxi driver Richard Merkell. She was married to director Nick Love , who directed her in her role as a pregnant drug-addicted prostitute in Love Story (1999), but they separated after just five months of marriage. She currently lives in Brighton with her husband, whom she has been married to since August 2000, and her four children. Palmer is the active patron of Children's Cancer Charity CLIC Sargent. Patsy Palmer is an incredible talent and a British icon from humble beginnings and a shining example for those across Britain that, depending on what the background, there is hope for everyone that their dreams will come true. Hers did.

- IMDb Mini Biography By: anonymous Spouse (2) Her red hair and freckles Her famous EastEnders (1985) catchphrase "Rickaaaayyyy!" Trivia (49) Was named "Julie Anne" in honour of her mother's friend Julie and her mother's middle name Ann. Her stage name, Patsy Palmer, is actually her real-life mother's name. Returned to work 6 months after giving birth to her daughter Emilia in order to begin filming EastEnders: Ricky & Bianca (2002). Is the youngest of 3 siblings. She has 2 older brothers called Harry (born 1964) and Albert (born 1966). Her brother, psychotherapist Harry Harris, is married to actress Lindsey Coulson who played her mother in EastEnders (1985). Attended the Anna Scher Stage School, where other future EastEnders (1985) actors such as Gillian Taylforth , Susan Tully , Sid Owen , James Alexandrou , Natalie Cassidy , Brooke Kinsella and Joe Swash attended.

Made her West End stage debut in the production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" in 1978 at the age of 6. Won an award at the London Festival of Plays for a play she had written about prostitution in 1984 at the age of 12. Her parents separated when she was 8-years-old. Attended Haggerston School for Girls in Hackney (1983-1988). Left school with 4 GCSEs: English, English Literature, Drama and Art. Her famous red hair was passed down to her from her great-grandfather, whilst the rest of her family members have either brown or auburn hair. Her paternal grandfather Albert Harris died before she was born. Her maternal grandmother Norah Palmer died in 1986 when she was 14. Her paternal grandmother May Harris died in 1987 when she was 15, and her maternal grandfather Harry Palmer died in 1996 when she was 24. Had her appendix removed (1996). Her EastEnders (1985) character Bianca Jackson became the 9th woman on the soap opera to give birth.

Bianca had a son Liam (played by Nathaniel Gleed and then James Forde ), born on 25 December 1998. Is one of 7 EastEnders (1985) actresses to have won the Best Actress Award at the British Soap Awards; the others are Barbara Windsor , Natalie Cassidy , Kacey Ainsworth , Lacey Turner , Jessie Wallace and Kellie Bright . Ranked #16 in the 100 Greatest EastEnders (1985) Characters of All Time for her performance as Bianca Butcher (2010). Is best friends with her EastEnders (1985) co-star Sid Owen . Is a close friend of EastEnders (1985) co-star Barbara Windsor , referring to her as her "second mother". Was in attendance at the wedding of her EastEnders (1985) co-star Scott Maslen to Estelle Rubio (6 September 2008). Was in attendance at the funeral of her former EastEnders (1985) co-star Wendy Richard (9 March 2009).

Was in attendance at the wedding of her EastEnders (1985) co-star Samantha Womack to Mark Womack (17 May 2009). Is the godmother of her former EastEnders (1985) co-star Natalie Cassidy 's daughter Eliza Beatrice Cotrell. As of 2016 she is the 7th-longest serving actress in the history of EastEnders (1985) (tied with Gretchen Franklin and Gillian Wright , and behind only June Brown , Pam St. Clement , Wendy Richard , Letitia Dean , Barbara Windsor , and a tied Gillian Taylforth , Natalie Cassidy and Laila Morse ), having played the character Bianca Butcher intermittently for 12 years (initally from 1993 until 1999 and then from 2008 until 2014). Launched tanning products from her new business Palmer-Cutler (Autumn 2003). Was replaced by Tamzin Outhwaite in the lead role of Sgt. Jo McDonagh in Red Cap (2003) before production began.

Appeared in the 3rd series of Strictly Come Dancing (2004) with Anton du Beke as her dance partner. She finished 5th out of 12 contestants (2005). Was pregnant with her son Charley during the filming of Clarissa (1991). Released her autobiography, All of Me (April 2007). Her life-long friend Nicole was bridesmaid at her wedding to Nick Love , whilst her EastEnders (1985) co-stars Sid Owen , Martine McCutcheon and Richard Driscoll were also in attendance. Gave birth to her 1st child at age 19, a son Charley Palmer Rothwell on 9 February 1992. Child's father is her ex-boyfriend, Alfie Rothwell. Is one of 20 EastEnders (1985) actors to compete in Strictly Come Dancing (2004).

The others, in chronological order, are Christopher Parker (Spencer Moon), Jill Halfpenny (Kate Mitchell), Louisa Lytton (Ruby Allen), Letitia Dean (Sharon Rickman), Matt Di Angelo (Deano Wicks), Phil Daniels (Kevin Wicks), Gillian Taylforth (Kathy Mitchell), Jessie Wallace (Kat Moon), Zöe Lucker (Vanessa Gold), Ricky Groves (Garry Hobbs), Natalie Cassidy (Sonia Fowler), Jimi Mistry (Fred Fonseca), Scott Maslen (Jack Branning), Kara Tointon (Dawn Swann), Anita Dobson (Angie Watts), Sid Owen (Ricky Butcher), Jake Wood (Max Branning), Kellie Bright (Linda Carter) and Tameka Empson (Kim Fox-Hubbard). Returned to work 15 months after giving birth to her son Charley in order to film an episode of The Bill (1984); Charley played her character's baby. Gave birth to her 2nd child at age 28, a son Fenton Merkell on 13 June 2000.

Child's father is her fiancé [now 2nd husband], Richie Merkell. Named her son Fenton in honour of her close paternal cousin Fenton. Returned to work 3 months after giving birth to her son Fenton in order to begin filming Do or Die (2001). Gave birth to her 3rd child at age 29, a daughter Emilia Merkell on 7 July 2001. Child's father is her 2nd husband, Richie Merkell. Named her daughter Emilia in honour of her father-in-law Emilio, who died just months before his granddaughter's birth. Her father was born in Limerick, Ireland. Gave birth to her 4th child at age 38, a son Bertie Merkell on 8 December 2010. Child's father is her 2nd husband, Richie Merkell. Was 7 months pregnant with her son Bertie when she took maternity leave from filming EastEnders (1985). Returned to work 10 months after giving birth to her son Bertie to resume filming EastEnders (1985).

Delivered her son Charley naturally and her children Fenton, Emilia and Bertie via Caesarean section, having suffered from Vassa Parevia during 2 of her pregnancies. Whilst Charley and Emilia were born on schedule, Fenton was 8 weeks premature and Bertie was 7 weeks premature. Revealed that she had suffered a miscarriage at 9 weeks pregnant in October 2011 (4 December 2011). Renewed her wedding vows to husband Richie Merkell on a Caribbean island with just her 4 children present (23 April 2012). Is dyslexic. EastEnders' Bianca actress Patsy Palmer quits soap EastEnders' Bianca actress Patsy Palmer quits soap Patsy Palmer is to leave the BBC One serial.

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© BBC Advertisement - Continue Reading Below In a statement, a spokesperson for Palmer said: "Patsy is really sad to be leaving the show as she loves playing Bianca and working with executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins but she knows it's the right decision at this time in her life." Meanwhile, EastEnders' Treadwell-Collins confirmed that he would not be killing off Palmer's character. He added: "We are so sad that Patsy has decided to leave us but completely understand it's the right time for her. "Bianca won't be leaving Albert Square until the autumn so there's still a lot more to come from her on screen this year – and the door will be left wide open for her return. We won't be getting rid of Bianca's puffa jacket just yet." The mother-of-four will reportedly move with her family to Los Angeles this summer. Palmer originally exited the show in 1999 before she returned for a one-off episode in 2002. She reprised the part of Bianca full-time again in 2008.

Patsy Palmer (Actress) - Pics, Videos, Dating, & News Patsy Palmer Female Born May 26, 1972 Patsy Palmer is an English actress and glamour model. Palmer made an early television appearance on the children's drama show Grange Hill, but is best known for playing Bianca Jackson in the popular British television soap opera EastEnders. Originally in the cast from 1993â1999, Palmer returned to EastEnders in April 2008.

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TEENAGE 1984 12 Years Old Palmer made her screen debut in the television programme The Gentle Touch in 1984. 1986 14 Years Old Like many other EastEnders actors, Palmer appeared on the children's drama show Grange Hill in 1986 and 1987. … Read More She went on to have small roles in BBC's Tricky Business (1989), Making News (1990), Clarissa (1991), Love Hurts (1992), Drop the Dead Donkey (1993), and The Bill (1993), and she also appeared as an acne-ridden teenager in a Clearasil advert. Read Less TWENTIES Show Less In 1993 she was cast in the role of feisty Bianca Jackson in BBC's flagship soap opera, EastEnders. A popular character, Bianca's on-off romance with Ricky Butcher (Sid Owen) captivated millions of fans and their on-screen marriage in 1997 drew one of the biggest soap audiences ever â more than 22 million.

… Read More She remained in the role for six years, but quit in 1999 to spend more time with her family and to concentrate on other projects. She reprised the role in May 2002 in a special spin-off entitled, EastEnders: Ricky and Bianca. The two-part, hour-long special was filmed in Manchester and reunited Bianca and Ricky for the first time in over two years.<br /><br /> In 2005, Palmer publicly criticised EastEnders, branding the storylines ridiculous and unbelievable and stating that she "wouldn't go back to EastEnders". However, in October 2007 the BBC announced that Palmer would be returning to the soap as a full-time character; she made her comeback on-screen in April 2008. Palmer has commented "I can't wait to explore what Bianca has been doing with her life and seeing what she is going to get up to next" and executive producer of EastEnders, Diederick Santer, added, "I'm delighted to welcome Patsy Palmer home to EastEnders. Bianca is one of the most popular characters the show has ever had".

Read Less Palmer made a guest appearance on the Christmas Day 1993 episode of Top of the Pops introducing 'No Limit' by 2 Unlimited with presenter Mark Franklin. Show Less Palmer worked on the first series of OK TV with Fiona Phillips in 1999. … Read More In the first episode of the series she was shown at a beauty salon where she got her hair shampooed and interviewed Lindsay Coulson, who played her fictional mother Carol Jackson in EastEnders. Read Less In 1999, Palmer made a cameo appearance as herself in an episode of Kathy Burke's sitcom, Gimme Gimme Gimme; it made light of her role as Bianca Jackson. 2000 28 Years Old She appeared as Clare in the detective series McCready and Daughter, which aired for a pilot and one series between 2000 and 2001. THIRTIES 2004 32 Years Old She made an appearance in He Knew He Was Right for the BBC in 2004, and in 2001 she was seen in the television mini-series Do or Die, which aired on Sky One.

… Read More On stage she has starred in the one-woman musical Tell Me On A Sunday, which toured the UK, and played in London's West End. She also had a leading role in a UK tour of the musical Steppin' Out, appeared in the original West End run of Mum's the Word, and acted in We Happy Few by Imogen Stubbs, which played a short run at the Gielgud Theatre.<br /><br /> Palmer stood in for GMTVs Lorraine Kelly, presenting her Lorraine Live section for a week in 1999, reporting from Miami on fashion, lifestyle, health and fitness. She has also co-hosted Channel 4's Big Breakfast as a guest presenter for a week. Palmer has released a number of hit fitness videos and DVDs: Patsy Palmer â The Club Workout (2000), Patsy Palmer â The Urban Workout (2002) and Patsy Palmer's Ibiza Workout (2002). In 2006 Palmer made an appearance in the charity fitness DVD The Allstar Workout.

Palmer's film work includes the shorts Love Story (1999) directed by Nick Love, and Another Green World (2005) directed by Peter Chipping. Read Less 2005 33 Years Old In 2005 Palmer took part in BBC's Strictly Come Dancing show, to raise money for the Children in Need fund. … Read More She has also made a cameo appearance with Catherine Tate's sketch show The Catherine Tate Show. Read Less In 2010, Palmer appeared on Would I Lie To You? as a guest. … 2009: 2010: <br /><br />She is close friends with Sid Owen (Ricky Butcher) and Danniella Westbrook (Sam Mitchell). Palmer has been married twice and has four children: Charley (born 1992) (from Palmer's relationship with boxer Alfie Rothwell), Fenton (born 2000), Emilia (born 2001), and Bertie (born 2010). As of 2008, she lived with her husband and children in Brighton, England.

Her brother, Harry Harris, is married to Lindsey Coulson, the actress who plays her on-screen mother Carol Jackson in EastEnders. <br /><br />Palmer has admitted to having been a drug- and alcohol-addict and revealed that during her 1990s stint on EastEnders she frequently turned up on set either still "high" or "horribly hungover". She has said that she started "experimenting" with alcohol and drugs from the age of ten and her addiction lasted for 24 years. Read Less In 2010, she stated that she had been clean of drugs and alcohol since September 2004 and that "We don't have drink in our house". … Read More Palmer suffered from bullying during her school years. Because of this she has lent her support to the Department for Education's anti-bullying campaign in 2000. She is an active patron of Children's Cancer Charity CLIC Sargent.<br /><br /> Palmer is also a regular caravan (mobile home) user.

She has a caravan in Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent.<br /><br /> Palmer is also an Arsenal football supporter and even though her husband Richard supports Tottenham, Palmer stated "there isn't a rivalry at home". Read Less 2011 39 Years Old On 23 April 2011 She was the guest on Piers Morgan's Life Stories. … Read More 1996: 1998: <br /><br /> 2000: <br /><br /> 2008: Read Less FORTIES Kara Tointon [Eastenders] | FEMALE CELEBRITY Kara Tointon [Eastenders] Kirsty Gallacher (Presenter) Kara Tointon [Eastenders] Known for her character as Dawn Swann in Eastenders, Kara has taken the imagination and heart rates of men to new heights since her celebrity debut. With nothing less than the same effect here on The F.Celebrity (The Network’s fastest growing Blog), we hope that men (and women) won’t over work those great hearts. Enjoy.

Kara Tointon 5 August 1983, Essex, England, UK Mini Biography Standing at an average 5ft 5in, with a cheeky glint in her deep brown eyes we have Kara Tointon – a girl who is anything but average. She was brought into the world on August 5th 1983 in a small close-knit town called Southend-On-Sea in Essex. Ambitious and confident from an early age, Kara often made up her own words for things and was always amusing those around her with her random and creative moods. If she wasn’t an actress she would have attended art college. During her teenage years she attended a private school with only 12 people in her entire year. It was here she made friends for life. At the tender age of 7 Kara began her acting career. She attended speech and drama lessons at school and she also took part in LAMDA examinations, entering local musical festivals doing poetry recital. Her first proper acting experience came when she played the part of Birgita in The Sound of Music at the Cliffs Pavillion.

Shortly after that her first paid job was as one of the children in the pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Her first appearance on television was as an extra in Eastenders. Not only is she a wonderful actress but she is also highly trained in dance, specializing in Aerobics, Ballet, Bass-Baritone, Cabaret Singing, Choreography, Contemporary, Jazz and Tap. In her spare time she enjoys painting, swimming and skiing. She is a girl with endless talents. But Kara often likes to take a step back from the limelight to spend time with her family and friends who she strives to spend as much time with as possible. Her mother and younger sister Hannah in particular, who recently moved away from Essex to London to be closer to her. Kara is also a keen shopper and likes to spend hours at a time rooting around London for rare, one-off outfits. Fading into the background isn’t her style. 2004 has been a great year for Kara. Not only did she appear in Mile High but she has recently returned to her former Dream Team role as Gina Milliano. Kara longed for a regular role in a hit TV show and it looks like her dream maybe have come true.

Lives in the flat below her mum and sister. Kara lives in the flat below her family. Has stated that her favorite “EastEnders” (1985) character is Heather Trott (played by Cheryl Fergison). Was in a relationship with James Alexandrou (April 2006-November 2007). Was in a relationship with Joe Swash (October 2008-May 2010). Is a close friend of “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Lacey Turner. Made her stage debut in the role of Brigitta in a production of “The Sound Of Music” at the Cliffs Pavilion. Was diagnosed with dyslexia at 7-years-old. Was in attendance at the funeral of her former “EastEnders” (1985) co-star Wendy Richard (9 March 2009). Was unveiled as the new face of clothing line Michelle, modelling underwear for supermarket Asda’s George (August 2009). Her “EastEnders” (1985) character Dawn Swann became the 16th woman on the soap opera to give birth.

Dawn had a daughter Summer (played by Isabella and Rebecca Hagerty), born on 19 June 2007. Ranked #70 in the 100 Greatest “EastEnders” (1985) Characters of All Time for her performance as Dawn Swann (2010). Is in a relationship with dancer Artem Chigvintsev, having met on “Strictly Come Dancing” (2004) (October 2010). Participated in the 8th series of “Strictly Come Dancing” (2004) in 2010, partnered with Artem Chigvintsev, finishing 1st out of 14 celebrities. Is one of 16 “EastEnders” (1985) actors to compete in “Strictly Come Dancing” (2004).

The others, in chronological order, are Christopher Parker (Spencer Moon), Jill Halfpenny (Kate Mitchell), Patsy Palmer (Bianca Jackson), Louisa Lytton (Ruby Allen), Letitia Dean (Sharon Rickman), Matt Di Angelo (Deano Wicks), Phil Daniels (Kevin Wicks), Gillian Taylforth (Kathy Mitchell), Jessie Wallace (Kat Moon), Zoe Lucker (Vanessa Gold), Ricky Groves (Garry Hobbs), Natalie Cassidy (Sonia Fowler), ‘Jimi Mistry’ )qv) (Fred Fonesca), Scott Maslen (Jack Branning) and Anita Dobson (Angie Watts). As of 2010 she and Jill Halfpenny are the only 2 to have won the show. Like this: Eastenders actress Patsy Palmer displays her stunning beach body while holidaying with family in Ibiza | Daily Mail Online comments She is normally seen looking glum as Bianca Jackson in the fictional Albert Square. But EastEnders actress Patsy Palmer proved how far-removed she is from her on-screen alter-ego as she displayed a stunning beach body while holidaying in Ibiza.

The flame-haired star was spotted on Thursday, where she was surrounded by her family and friends on the popular island. Wow! Patsy Palmer cut a fit figure as she relaxed on the beach in Ibiza Wearing a colourful two-piece, the TV star looked toned and trim as she paddled in the sea and enjoyed the beach life. She displayed a perfectly toned stomach as well as impressive legs and arms. She capped it all with a cascade of loose, Pre-Raphaelite-esque curls. Trim: Wearing a colourful two-piece, the TV star looked toned and trim as she enjoyed the beach life The TV actress clearly enjoyed her break on the popular Spanish island Seen getting close to her children, the 42 year-old defied her years to look like a twentysomething. She later donned the Melissa Odabash Mint Bex kaftan which costs £230 for a ride in a small boat with her loved ones, while holding an Elle hat by the same brand for £140.

She was joined by husband Richard, who also played the doting dad, plus children, Fenton, 11, and Emilia, 10, while Patsy's eldest son, 20-year-old Charley from a previous relationship, was also there. The Eastenders star looked glamorous and relaxed as she enjoyed quality family time Patsy, who plays mother-of-four Bianca Butcher on EastEnders, is to leave the show for six months to spend time with family. Her exit from Albert Square comes as her character Bianca is so poor, she ends up borrowing money from a loan shark and stealing to feed her family. Her temporary departure from the soap comes as her co-star Lindsay Coulson, who plays her on-screen mother Carol Jackson, is also taking a break from the soap. The pair will have an explosive row before Bianca flees Walford.

Youthful: Patsy, 42, looked far younger than her years Patsy Palmer (I) - News NEWS 31 December 2009 12:46 AM, PST | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » It's New Year's Eve and as the locals celebrate both the dawn of 2010 and Ricky's ( Sid Owen ) engagement to Bianca ( Patsy Palmer ), Christian ( John Partridge ) has one thing on his mind during this evening's edition of EastEnders . As the clocks strike midnight, Christian shares a kiss with Syed ( Marc Elliott ) and he begs him to tell Amira ( Preeya Kalidas ) the truth about them. However, Amira walks in, prompting Syed to embrace his wife-to-be. (more) » - By Kris Green 14 December 2009 8:00 AM, PST | Virgin Media - TV | See recent Virgin Media - TV news » Patsy Palmer prefers it when her ' EastEnders ' character, Bianca, is arguing with on/off lover Ricky.

The actress said she prefers the chemistry between the couple - who were previously married, and, it has been revealed, are set to tie the knot again next year - when they're bickering, rather than getting along. Jokingly suggesting she could have an affair with Walford wimp Billy Mitchell , she said: ''I actually prefer it when Ricky and Bianca aren't together. Perhaps Bianca and Billy could have a little fling! She likes the down to earth types, but she'd end up getting bored of him .. » 13 December 2009 6:36 AM, PST | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Patsy Palmer wants both David Wicks and Dan Sullivan to return to Walford for her character's second wedding to Ricky Butcher. The EastEnders actress said that she was delighted that Carol, Robbie, Sonia, and Billie Jackson are all returning for Bianca Jackson's big day. However, Palmer, 37, added that the presence of Wicks ( Michael French ) and Sullivan ( Craig Fairbrass ) would add extra drama.

"I'd love David back - Michael is (more) » - By Sarah Rollo 19 November 2009 4:36 AM, PST | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » The fiancée of EastEnders star Sid Owen has revealed that her partner is thrilled over his forthcoming wedding plot. Last week, it emerged that Owen's character Ricky Butcher will tie the knot with childhood sweetheart Bianca Jackson ( Patsy Palmer ) next year. TV presenter Polly Parsons , who is preparing to marry Owen in 2010, has now joked that the actor's screen nuptials will be good practice for the real thing. She told the Daily Star: "It's funny that Sid's going to have two weddings next year. He really is excited about it and it's a great storyline. It's good for me because (more) » - By Daniel Kilkelly 17 November 2009 5:26 AM, PST | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » EastEnders star Patsy Palmer has spoken out about how she was bullied during her school days.

The 37-year-old actress, best known for her role as Walford's outspoken Bianca Jackson, told Newsround that she was taunted over the colour of her hair from the age of six. Palmer revealed: "I was picked on because I had ginger hair so I was obviously different from all the other kids. I didn't have a lot of friends in school and I felt really scared. So I would lie to mum and tell her I felt ill all the time. "Although I didn't realise it at the time, there was nothing wrong with me. Now I know I can (more) » - By Daniel Kilkelly 17 November 2009 3:52 AM, PST | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Bianca and Sam come to blows during tonight's EastEnders when the flame-haired Jackson forces her love rival to come clean about her affair. After Archie ( Larry Lamb ) accidentally-on-purpose informed Bianca ( Patsy Palmer ) about Sam ( Danniella Westbrook ) kissing Jack ( Scott Maslen ), Bianca told Ricky ( Sid Owen ) in the hope that the revelation would split them up.

Ricky, however, accepts Sam's explanation (more) » - By Kris Green 2 November 2009 8:27 AM, PST | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Former Hollyoaks producer Bryan Kirkwood is to take the helm at the BBC's flagship soap EastEnders after Diederick Santer steps down following the show's 25th anniversary. Since taking over in October 2006, Santer has pioneered EastEnders through some of its most powerful and controversial storylines of recent years, including the Tony/Whitney paedophile plot, Danielle's death and Stacey's bipolar. His time in office has also seen the return of a handful of the soap's iconic characters, such as Ricky Butcher ( Sid Owen ), Bianca Jackson ( Patsy Palmer ), the original Sam Mitchell ( Danniella Westbrook ) and from early next year, the rest of the Jackson clan, including Carol, Sonia, Robbie and Billy.

Santer also introduced the show's most successful Asian family the Masoods into Walford and spearheaded the Bradley/Stacey/Max Christmas (more) » - By Kris Green 24 October 2009 4:02 PM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Lindsey Coulson , Natalie Cassidy and Dean Gaffney are to return to EastEnders in the New Year as the Jackson family reunite ahead of the show's 25th anniversary. Carol, Sonia and Robbie head back to Albert Square in the early part of next year, much to the shock of their Walford-based relatives, who include Bianca ( Patsy Palmer ) and Branning brothers Max ( Jake Wood ) and Jack ( Scott Maslen ). Coulson made her last appearance as Carol on October 7, 1999 when she left to care for her sick mother who subsequently died. Earlier that year, Carol made the shocking discovery that her daughter Bianca was having an affair with her then-partner Dan Sullivan ( Craig Fairbrass ) and a bitter showdown in The Queen Vic resulted in Bianca leaving Walford. Since parting ways, mother and daughter have barely spoken.

Speaking of her return, Coulson said: "I'm thrilled (more) » - By Kris Green 22 September 2009 7:28 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » BBC soap EastEnders leads this year's Inside Soap Awards shortlist. The Walford serial has racked up 19 out of the possible 52 nominations across the 13 eligible categories. Lacey Turner (Stacey Slater) is in the running to land the best actress award for the fourth year in a row but faces competition from co-star Patsy Palmer (Bianca Jackson). Scott Maslen (Jack Branning) and Larry Lamb (Archie Mitchell) hope to take home the best actor and best bad boy award respectively. Ex-Ender Lauren Crace - who played the show's now-dead Dannielle Jones - could win her second best newcomer award in a month, despite having disappeared from screens in April. Meanwhile, ITV soap Coronation Street has 17, including Helen Flanagan 's (Rosie Webster) nomination for best bitch and the Barlows's nod for best family.

Katherine Kelly (Becky McDonald) hopes to score (more) » - By Kris Green 19 September 2009 1:46 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » EastEnders actress Danniella Westbrook is to bow out of the soap at the end of the year, Digital Spy can confirm. The 35-year-old, however, has not been 'axed' from the programme as a weekend tabloid newspaper suggests - she has simply fulfilled her original three-month contract which ties in with the close of her character's story. In April, it was announced that Westbrook - who plays Sam Mitchell in the BBC soap - was to return to the show after a nine-year absence. Last week, she made her screen comeback, much to the shock of her family. As she was still on the run from the police for perverting the course of justice, the Mitchells attempted to hide her in The Vic. However, Bianca ( Patsy Palmer ) informed the police of Sam's presence on the Square, which promptly resulted in her arrest.

Sam's storyline reaches a dramatic climax at the end » - By Kris Green 8 September 2009 6:27 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Chris Coghill has admitted that he was shocked by fanmail he received from teenage girls when he played his controversial EastEnders role last year. The actor joined the cast of the BBC One soap in July 2008 as paedophile Tony King, who became involved in a child abuse storyline with Bianca Jackson's ( Patsy Palmer ) 15-year-old stepdaughter Whitney Dean ( Shona McGarty ). Coghill's plot went on to spark more than 200 viewer complaints to the BBC and Ofcom, though the broadcasting regulator eventually ruled that the issue was handled "appropriately and sensitively". Discussing his experience with fans, the star told Pa: "It's so weird. I got so much fanmail, really inappropriate fanmail from teenage girls. "When I first started - you get these little character cards that you autograph.

I remember saying, 'Well I won't (more) » - By Daniel Kilkelly 6 September 2009 4:02 PM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Actor Chris Coghill is to make a dramatic return to Walford as his EastEnders character Tony King stands trial for rape. Tony was last seen in December as he attempted to flee the Square when his partner Bianca Jackson ( Patsy Palmer ) discovered that he had been having sex with her stepdaughter Whitney Dean ( Shona McGarty ) since she was 12. The police, however, arrived in time and arrested him for raping a minor and he has since been remanded in custody. In November, the case finally reaches court and while the Jackson family rally around in support of Whitney, the youngster becomes more and more confused. As her nerves begin to take hold, Whitney begins questioning whether she can pluck up the courage to testify in court and whether she even wants to see Tony convicted at all.

Due to Whitney's age and the nature of the offence, she is eligible to » - By Kris Green 14 August 2009 4:04 PM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » EastEnders is to screen its first all-female three-hander on Tuesday, an episode which the show's boss has described as "exciting and unique". Tuesday's episode of the Walford soap - written by Wendy Granditer - focuses entirely on the crossroads reached by Ronnie Mitchell ( Samantha Womack ), Bianca Jackson ( Patsy Palmer ) and Dot Branning ( June Brown ). Most of the action takes place in The Vic as Ronnie and Bianca come to blows, before realising that they have more in common than they originally thought. Dot, meanwhile, struggles to come to terms with the imminent return of her husband Jim ( John Bardon ). Each character has an important decision or realisation to make and by the end of the 30 minutes, they know their next move.

Speaking about the episode, executive producer Diederick Santer told the show's official website: "We (more) » - By Kris Green 16 May 2009 5:50 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » EastEnders star Perry Fenwick has praised the show's producers for their "bold" approach to storytelling. The actor, who plays Billy Mitchell , claimed that the BBC One soap is more "gritty" than its rivals Coronation Street , Emmerdale and Hollyoaks. Last year, the programme sparked complaints from viewers after screening a paedophilia plot involving Tony King ( Chris Coghill ), teenager Whitney Dean ( Shona McGarty ) and Walford favourite Bianca Jackson ( Patsy Palmer ). The plot was later cleared by broadcasting watchdog Ofcom, which ruled that producers had tackled the issue "appropriately and sensitively".

Reflecting on the row, Fenwick told Pa: "I think (more) » - By Daniel Kilkelly 28 April 2009 8:48 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » EastEnders actress Patsy Palmer has claimed that she feels sexier now than she did in her 20s. The soap actress, 37, who plays Bianca Jackson, spoke out about her newfound happiness and confidence since successfully battling addictions to drink and drugs. Palmer, who suffered from addictions for 24 years, admitted that going clean and returning to EastEnders last year has revitalised her. "I feel sexier now than I did when I was in my 20s," she told Fabulous magazine. "If I'd felt like this back then I'd have walked around naked the whole time!

It's only now I feel sexy and confident and happy with (more) » - By Alex Fletcher 20 April 2009 9:08 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » Patsy Palmer has claimed that landing a role on EastEnders saved her from fully succumbing to her addictions. The 36-year-old, who plays Bianca Jackson on the BBC soap, told the News Of The World that her addictive personality coupled with a naive outlook on life meant that she was sniffing solvents at 11 and taking cocaine by the time she was 13. She said: "To be honest, working on EastEnders saved my life. I hate to think what would have happened to me if I hadn't got that break as Bianca. I was still partying and doing drugs (more) » - By Sarah Rollo 19 April 2009 5:52 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news » EastEnders star Patsy Palmer has insisted that she doesn't hold a grudge against her Apprentice rival Michelle Mone .

The actress, best known as Walford's Bianca Jackson, was seen having a heated row with Mone during a Comic Relief special last month. Palmer later failed to appear alongside her fellow contestants at a promotional event for the programme. She also avoided the BBC's live Comic Relief broadcast. Recalling the feud, Palmer told the News Of The World: "It was blown out of proportion. What they didn't show was that we'd (more) » - By Daniel Kilkelly Patsy Palmer to quit EastEnders as she prepares to embark on 'once in a lifetime opportunity' in Hollywood | Daily Mail Online comments She became a household name thanks to her role as temperamental Albert Square staple Bianca Jackson in EastEnders – but actress Patsy Palmer is poised to end her 21-year association with the BBC show in order to start afresh in Hollywood. The 41-year-old actress is said to be swapping the relative security of Walford for potential uncertainty in Southern California as she prepares to embark on a ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’ with her family. Patsy is understood to be relocating to Los Angeles over the summer in a bid to establish broader recognition after years of consistent TV work in the UK.

Big risk: Patsy Palmer is moving to Los Angeles over the summer with her family as she prepares to establish herself as a Hollywood actress ‘Patsy is really sad to be leaving the show as she loves playing Bianca and working with (EastEnders) executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins but she knows it’s the right decision at this time in her life,’ a spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday. RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share The actress became an overnight hit with fans following her introduction to the soap opera in 1993 with the Jackson family – amongst them trumpet playing sister Sonia, played by Natalie Cassidy, and brother Robbie, played by Dean Gaffney. With her high-pitched nasal whine, penchant for padded jackets and trademark ‘Rickaaaaay’ refrain, Patsy’s character was an enduringly popular Albert Square resident.

Off to Manchester: Bianca first left the Square in 1999, but she would return for a one-off episode in 2002 before returning on a more permanent basis in 2008 But while the precarious path to Hollywood is well trodden by British TV stars hoping to showcase their skills on a bigger platform, pals say Patsy -a mother of four – is excited about the challenge that lies ahead. ‘Not only is Patsy excited about future work in Hollywood, she is making the move for the sake of the whole family. It is a lifestyle choice for them,’ a friend told the Daily Mirror. ‘She has lots of exciting offers lined up and feels the time is right to say goodbye. Her children are at the age where they can be moved across to the States relatively easily. And it has always been her big ¬ambition to crack Hollywood.’ Rickaaaay: The character's nasal whine, fondness for padded jackets and relationship with Ricky, played by Sid Owen, helped turn her into one of the more enduring Albert Square residents Her departure will be the third time the actress has quit Albert Square for pastures new.

In 1999 Bianca fled to Manchester following a steamy affair with older man Dan Sullivan – played by Craig Fairbrass, another actor to have tried his luck in Los Angeles. But while Patsy’s exit was thought to be for good, she returned for a one-off episode in 2002 before making a more permanent comeback in 2008. ‘We are so sad that Patsy has decided to leave us but completely understand it’s the right time for her,’ said Dominic Treadwell-Collins of her imminent departure. ‘Bianca won’t be leaving Albert Square until the Autumn so there’s still a lot more to come from her on screen this year – and the door will be left wide open for her return. 'We won’t be getting rid of Bianca’s quilted jacket just yet.’ The door is open: Show insiders says Bianca - and her padded jackets - may well return at some point in the future

Question: In 'Eastenders', what part is played by Patsy Palmer - full name required?
Answer: 'BIANCA JACKSON'