Just as Pauline intends, Martin ends his relationship with Sonia in order to care for her, but when the truth finally comes out, a furious Martin moves out anyway. Sonia is furious when she learns this and animosity in the Fowlers' home puts a strain on Martin and Sonia's relationship so she spends her time with a colleague, Naomi Julien (Petra Letang); feelings develop and they begin an affair. One of the most recognisable stars on BBC's EastEnders is Tanya Franks who has appeared in the show since joining all the way back in 2007. Cindy Beale (also Williams) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Michelle Collins. Tanya avoids being around Max in the hospital and when Abi's life support is due to be withdrawn, Max asks if it can be withdrawn at Abi's time of birth. Instead, Margaret's reaction was surprisingly representative of the public response to their relationship. "[9], Early on in the character's narrative, Sonia was given a trumpet to play, which she did badly, infuriating her family and neighbours. Healthy mother-of-two, 32, collapsed and died from brain bleed while she led fitness bounce class. Cassidy is quoted as saying "To be invited back to EastEnders is such an honour and I am very, very excited that Sonia is coming back. Sonia goes into labour At 15, Sonia unexpectedly gave birth to Martin's baby, assisted by the Slater family! However, while collecting her children, Cindy is arrested for conspiracy to murder when Ian's associates visit Valecue in prison while he is serving a life sentence for murder, and persuade him to tell the police about Cindy's involvement. In 2010, Cassidy said one of the reasons she decided to leave the show was because of Sonia's affair with Naomi Julien (Petra Letang), saying it was wrong for the character. . They are then told that Abi has suffered critical brain damage and remains in a coma. Tanya gives birth to a baby boy A terrified Max and Tanya go through the ordeal of the birth and Max ends up delivering their new-born son. Appalled, Martin refuses Sonia access to Rebecca. [3] Collins had previously auditioned for the role of original character Mary Smith, but at the time Julia Smith had decided they did not want that character to be from London, so that role went to Linda Davidson. Danny hinted on The Jonathan Ross Show . She finds it difficult to be close to Max, but after a frank discussion over their marriage and sex life, Max reassures Tanya that she is all that matters to him. A devastated Sonia rejects Rocky although she does form a warm relationship with Rockys partner Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth). In December 2017, Sonia discovers Kim Fox (Tameka Empson) having a miscarriage and supports her when she believes that she has left her husband Vincent Hubbard (Richard Blackwood) down. Phil is triumphant when Jack misses and loses the bet. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. [34] In 2012, Joyner and Wood won the Best On-Screen Partnership category at the British Soap Awards. . Lesbian website AfterEllen.com was also critical of the storyline that saw Sonia experimenting with her sexuality and then returning to her heterosexual orientation shortly after. Desperate to get her daughter back, Cindy goes along with him but grows suspicious and calls the police, but it is too late. I have been very fortunate to have been part of some fantastic storylines over the years, and I have worked with some wonderful people during my time on the show which I will always be very grateful for, but I feel that as a mother and an actress it is time for me to explore some other avenues for a while." Max is knocked down in a deliberate hit-and-run. Tanya locks Lauren in the house but she escapes through the upstairs window. Bianca notices Sonia has continuously avoided talking about Martin and Rebecca. Abandoned blue sleeping bag, tents and several wooden shelters are found in woodland close to where police Runaway aristocrat and her boyfriend were spotted stocking up on supplies at food bank in Brighton without Carrie Johnson joins campaign for Joanna Simpson's killer BA pilot husband who bludgeoned her to death with Do not sell or share my personal information. However, while working together late one night at The Queen Victoria public house, Cindy and Simon have sex and Cindy becomes pregnant. Her first appearance was on 2 December 1993 and she departed on 2 February 2007. After Lauren gave birth to Louie Beale (Oscar Winehouse) back in 2015, they both left for New Zealand. She told followers: "Not where I planned spending today. Sonia departed on-screen on 20 September 2016. "[6] Joyner temporarily left the show in December 2009 for maternity leave. Lauren is involved in a car crash and tells Tanya that she is in love with her cousin, Joey Branning (David Witts). Tanya arrives in Albert Square after her husband Max Branning's (Jake Wood) car breaks down, not realising in fact Max is visiting his family. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. She is an actress and writer, known for Mum (2016), Broadchurch (2013) and Chewing Gum (2015). Max shows Tanya this by saying Kirsty is leaving. Sonia gives up her baby Sonia decided to put baby Chloe up for adoption. With Bernie imminently due to give birth, Rainie pleaded with her husband to attend his appointment at the hospital, and he finally did so, but ultimately received bad news, discovering the cancer has grown. Her daughter survives and is named Cindy by Ian, in her mother's honour. 'We're quite young and there was still a chance we could conceive, so we decided to give it three tries and if it didn't work out, we'd reassess and look into adoption. When she was young she was a lot like Stacey Slater. The comments below have been moderated in advance. "[13], On 25 October 2009 it was announced that Cassidy would return to the soap to reprise her role as Sonia, along with Coulson, Gaffney and Anderson. Prepare for peak pothole season! 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She begins a relationship with Jamie Mitchell (Jack Ryder) who is later killed on Christmas Day 2002. This was later changed on the official BBC website. Sammy also posted a snap of some morphine and anti-clotting jabs, which are often needed after the operation. She's not a killer!" She captioned the collection of meds: "Tell me you've just had a C-section without telling me you've just had a C-section.". In an interview with Digital Spy, Joyner admitted that she prefers playing a "feisty" character and would like to explore that side of Tanya. Abi's even more excited that Tanya promised her that she could name him. Tanya gives birth! [4] Three years on, Collins won the role of Cindy. And after Clare left the Square [in 1998] I was gone for another eight months. Sonia and Dot care for Harold Legg (Leonard Fenton) when he becomes ill and he moves into No.25. The couple are overjoyed when Tanya gives birth to a baby boy. Former No Angels actress Joyner joined the cast of EastEnders in 2006 after the long-suffering wife of cheating Max Branning (Jake Wood). [10] Sonia departed on screen in February 2007, along with her former husband Martin, as his actor, James Alexandrou, also left the serial. Elsewhere, her mother Tanya Branning (Jo Joyner), who first made her debut in 2006, made her . In an interview in October, Joyner told OK! Tanya after much pressure from Max gave birth to Oscar. She is taken to hospital where Tanya and Max are told she is an alcoholic, has alcoholic hepatitis, and one more drink could kill her. Executive producer Diederick Santer explained that he wanted great stories to get people talking, saying "The wedding is the perfect opportunity for us to bring back the much-loved Jackson characters Carol, Sonia, Robbie and Billie. "[12] In February 2011, it was announced that filming had started on location for Greg and Tanya's wedding in April 2011. Lauren tells Tanya that Derek stole from Lucy Beale (Hetti Bywater) and she confronts him about it. Tanya plots to bury Max alive and with the help of Sean, they drug Max and bury him in the woods. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Bex is furious and thinks Sonia is abandoning her. Richard Cole (Ian Reddington) is romantically interested in Cindy but she rejects him, so Richard tells people that he is the father of her twins. EastEnders airs these scenes on Wednesday March 30 at 7:30pm on BBC One. [13] Digital Spy reported that Tanya would flee the wedding to help Max and Abi when they are hurt in a serious accident,[14] though they said that Tanya and Greg may have already exchanged vows. Her big moment arrives as she reveals that she wants to call him Oscar. VIDEO: Catch up with the latest EastEnders action, Neighbours reveals seven HUGE cast members returning for show reboot, ITVX price, shows, live TV and what you need to know about ITV's streaming service. Sonia Fowler (ne Jackson) is the daughter of Carol Jackson and Terry Cant, sister of Bianca, Robbie and Billie, mother of Bex and ex-wife of Martin Fowler. On Christmas Day, Tanya is stunned when Max's secret wife Kirsty Branning (Kierston Wareing) arrives moments before she is due to remarry Max. She marches back around to The Vic and is surprised when Phil tells her that he was behind it all. Emily Andre shared a rare picture of her two kids. EastEnders has been known for a dramatic storyline or two throughout the years, but the soap is also known for its shocking pregnancy plot twists too. [5], "Cindy May Be Long Dead, But Michelle Collins Remembers her NY Fans", Entry on orange.co.uk's Top 10 TV bitches, "Michelle Collins 'glad Cindy Beale died'. ", In a July 2008 interview with the Sunday People, Joyner revealed that she was disappointed that Tanya's wild child past had not been explored more in the aftermath of her character burying Max alive, saying "I didn't think Tanya would be as mumsy at first. Get the latest on EastEnders with all the latest news, gossip and spoilers about soaps, including EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and top TV. But, after losing a baby of her own, will she be able to. Tanya announces that her divorce from Greg will soon be finalised and proposes to Max. Rainie and Stuart are overcome with emotion upon setting their sights on the little. Family is paramount to Tanya. They remarry and spend time touring the USA before settling in Manchester. Sonia has been featured in storylines including affairs, feuds, bereavements, family problems, teenage pregnancy and a cancer scare. To make it up to her, Max buys 10 Turpin Road for Tanya, which she turns into a beauty salon named Booty. Joyner, who plays Tanya Branning in the BBC soap, has had a healthy boy and girl. Tanya returned in February 2015 for two episodes as part of the show's 30th anniversary celebrations. However Martin still has feelings for Stacey, which upsets Sonia. Does Unforgotten work without Nicola Walker? i dont own any right to this video all rights go to bbcEastenders - Lauren gives birth - 17th September 2015Eastenders - Lauren gives birth - 17th September . EEAAO star gives tearful speech after historic win, The best Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom deals. In February 2015, Tanya returns to Walford, to attend Ian and Jane's wedding and after the reception, she agrees to sit and have a conversation with Max. She takes Ian to court for custody of the children and wins. Martin moves in with Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), while Sonia and Tina embark on a full relationship. Margaret decides to make the Fowlers' Rebecca's legal guardians but does not include Sonia when she finds out about her lesbian fling. She returns a few weeks later to find Max, Kirsty, Abi and Lauren having a meal together and laughing. John Greening . Gethin subsequently resigns his job at the school and leaves Walford, and Sonia tells Bex that she has done nothing wrong. Business Advisory; Business Valuation; Corporate Finance; Cash Flow Modelling; M&A Advisory; Venture Capital; Private & Public Partnerships; Owner Supervision And Internal Control By Kris Green 12/11/2007 Tanya's screaming at Max. Feeling neglected, Naomi ends their relationship. Despite the bullying storyline, Cassidy said that she and Bissix were good friends during their time together on the soap. Initially she only wants to make Simon jealous but she and Ian start dating and by February 1989, they announce their engagement. The episodes were shown live, and Joyner accidentally referred to Ian by his actor's name.[29]. EastEnders was full of drama on Monday as Linda Carter gave birth to a baby girl with Jack Branning having to help her. The 33-year-old whisked husband Pete away alongside their kids Amelia, nine, and Theo, six, and her step children Princess, 15, and Junior, 17, to mark his upcoming 50 th birthday. PETER Andre's wife Emily treated fans to some rare snaps of her children as they enjoyed a luxury holiday in Dubai. This vitriolic response to Sonia and Naomi's relationship could have been a pivotal moment had the program's producers used the opportunity to prove either the quality of their relationship or to reinforce Sonia's parenting abilities. In 2000, Sonia discovers that she is pregnant at 15 and gives birth to a daughter Rebecca Fowler (Jasmine Armfield) whom she puts up for adoption. A terrified Max and Tanya go through the ordeal of the birth and Max ends up delivering their new-born son. She added: "I hope it comes out. As a result, perhaps, the writers wrote what was expected of them [] there was hardly room in the script for any affection or sympathy at all; instead, their relationship was written around its impact on Martin and the other Albert Square residents. Max finds Tanya in the hospital's chapel, who is angry with Max that Abi has to die because of him, and agrees to stay away. David also stays behind, promising Cindy that he will try to get Lucy and join her later, but he never does. As they prepare to leave, they see Max on the roof of The Queen Vic and Lauren and Abi attempt to talk him down. Sonia's niece Tiffany Butcher (Maisie Smith) is involved in a drug ring and Sonia discovers this when Bernadette Taylor (Clair Norris) informs her. Tanya's storylines have included opening her own salon, giving birth to her third child, discovering that her husband Max Branning (Jake Wood) had an affair with Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) before divorcing and then burying him alive with the help from her new partner Sean Slater (Robert Kazinsky), marrying Greg Jessop (Stefan Booth), starting an affair with Max on her wedding day to Greg, dealing with her eldest daughter, Lauren Branning's (Madeline Duggan/Jacqueline Jossa) alcoholism, battling cervical cancer, discovering that Max has a secret wife, Kirsty Branning (Kierston Wareing) on their second wedding day, witnessing her daughters Lauren and Abi Branning (Lorna Fitzgerald) fall from the roof of The Queen Victoria public house and subsequently dealing with Abi's death, which leads to her mental breakdown. Actress Tanya Cross said Abi's kidnapping is a 'kick in the stomach for Rainie' Credit: BBC "She has a huge battle on her hands to get her back. Tanya returns on Christmas Day to take Lauren and Abi away from Walford, informing Ian and his mother, Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth), that Lauren is moving to Glasgow with her boyfriend, Josh Hemmings (Eddie Eyre). She rejects a phone call from Martin and gets very drunk. Ian's behaviour grows erratic; after attempting suicide and failing, he chooses to ruin Simon's life instead so Simon decides to leave Walford with Cindy and Steven, leaving Ian heartbroken. Ricky and Bianca deal with the results of Tiffanys paternity test. When she returns, she tries to confess to her class but collapses before she can do so. [16] Sonia's one-off return was broadcast on 21 January 2011. Later, Tanya agrees to let Max see Oscar for his birthday but Cora turns up instead and tells Max that she has told Tanya all about his work with Weyland & Co. and that she is not allowing Max to see Oscar. [36], The character has been pivotal in the transformation of EastEnders. Max agrees to come down but Lauren and Abi slip and fall off the roof. Honey's sat at home unwrapping presents that she's going to have to return. "[14] In December 2010, it was announced Cassidy would return to EastEnders,[15] as Sonia in order to facilitate a temporary storyline departure for co-star Palmer, who was due to take maternity leave. Despite the serious nature of the scenes fans. The doctor suggests that the best treatment for Lauren is residential care. I heard about the theory and I thought 'how are you going to get me there? The recovering drug addict - who is played by actress Tanya. The family was created by writer Tony McHale. In 2021, Sonia is led to believe that she has reunited with her father Terry, whom she never knew. After Bianca hands herself in, Sonia leaves again. Max isn't happy with the choice of name but he's forced to roll with it when Tanya agrees that it's a nice name. 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