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Coming up on the Cobbles! Birmingham actor Ian Lavender first starred in Dad's Army aged just 22 and went on to appear in BBC One soap EastEnders before he eventually shunned television shows in 2017, Share your email to get soaps interviews, spoilers from the Star. [24], GRO Register of Births: MAR 1946 6d 813 BIRMINGHAM - Arthur I. He is also an accomplished stage actor though, having performed in repertory and at the West End. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant). Diana Quick with Joanna Lumley at the Aldeburgh Documentary Festival. Close enough to London for work but secluded enough to enjoy 'real-life' in the countryside. Joining the cast of Corrie in 2018, Ian Bartholomew became a household name playing the villainous Geoff Metcalfe. Following his graduation in 1967 he appeared on stage in Canterbury. 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We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. They were unable to take part either because they were legally assessed as being pre . He then became the youngest cast member of Dad's Army (1968), working with veterans Arthur Lowe, John Le Mesurier and John Laurie.Much of Lavender's subsequent television work came in the form of comedy roles. She first made an impact on viewers by playing Julia Flyte in Brideshead Revisited. Ian Lavender appears in a semi-staged production of The Mikado at the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, Sunday. The 71-year-old actor has starred as guest character Derek Harkinson in Albert Square since 2001, but has now left the soap for good, according to reports. He made an appearance in Goodnight Sweetheart as two different parallel universe versions of the time-travelling lead character's son Michael. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Announcing the happy news to fans, Sally, 39, shared a snap to social media, showing the couple celebrating with champagne, an emerald sparkler on the bride-to-be's finger. Coronation Street: The Tour has announced a new addition to the soap's ever growing fictional universe, giving fans more to explore than ever before. Helen Fraser first came to the public's attention in the film Billy Liar where she played Barbara, Billy's (Tom Courtenay) long suffering girlfriend. Oscar Cainer tells all. MailOnline has contacted representatives for Coronation Street for comment. Arthur Lowe (22 September 1915 - 15 April 1982) was an English actor. He wont be the only one to be leaving the soap as Lorna Fitzgeralds Abi Branning and Jaqueline Jossas Lauren Branning are also set to leave dramatically leave the soap in the next few weeks. March councillors on the planning committee of Fenland District Council did not take part in the vote. Ian Wright cannot wait for Gabriel Jesus' return from injury and says the Arsenal striker can spark an upturn in form in team-mate Gabriel Martinelli. Share your email to get soaps interviews, spoilers from the Star. ", However, he did admit that he would return if asked, adding: "I don't think they could get me insured now.". In the soap, he got involved with evil Pat Phelan before being conned out of his . ', a reference to Captain Mainwaring's most famous line from Dad's Army. Read more news, spoilers and gossip on our EastEnders homepage, Want up-to-the-minute soaps news, spoilers and gossip on your social feeds? Tue 31 Jan 12:01am The couple moved in together earlier this year, their new home featuring a plush island unit and modern overhead lighting. She said: "My partner and I are actually getting on quite well. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. D.S. Ian's character Derek is perhaps best known for his close friendship with Pauline Fowler and as a mentor to her son Martin. Editors' Code of Practice. Seasons: 2 . Nina is played by newcomer Mollie Gallagher, 21. By the time Dads Army came to an end, inevitably, time was catching up with the elderly cast, and just three years later, John Laurie passed away at the age of 83. Dads Army fans were given a look inside the history of the BBC hit comedy show in Channel 5s recent documentary. Just hit 'Like' on our Digital Spy Soaps Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @soapscoop Twitter account, The Mandalorian's Pedro Pascal on season 3, Neighbours announces seven more returning cast. Sign up to Watch. Coronation Street spoilers tonight: Paul's world crumbles after losing job as his health plummets. "I'm a big petrol head and I'm missing my cars at the moment. His role in the BBC drama The Night Manager opposite Hugh Laurie and Olivia Colman was said to be an unofficial screen test for James Bond, although he has since made clear that he is not interested in the role. DON'T MISSEamonn Holmes' GB News debut interrupted by wife Ruth Langsford[WATCH]Jane McDonald opens up on anxiety battle[INSIGHT]What did Kayce see in his vision in Yellowstone season 4 finale? Calli Kitson Wednesday 1 Mar 2023 10:15 am. "The pure discipline of that; everybody's got to do their job. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Yasmeen Nazir moved viewers to tears this year when she finally got justice over her evil husband Geoff Metcalfe. Alison confessed she had a feeling David might propose, as she told OK! appearances in TV staples like EastEnders and Casualty with theatre work. Having played Carla Connor for 14 years, Alison's character is currently embroiled in a love triangle with Peter and Adam Barlow. [17], On 9 May 2015 Lavender gave a reading at VE Day 70: A Party to Remember in Horse Guards Parade, London that was broadcast live on BBC1. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The Lord of the Rings star will play author Mel Hutchwright, who is invited to address Weatherfield's book club. It's easy and takes two shakes of a lamb's tail! Diana Quick: The actress and documentary film festival organizer has lived outside Theberton for several decades. He lives in north Suffolk just outside Saxmundham. Ian Lavender: Found fame straight out of drama school as Private Frank Pike, the 'stupid boy' in Dad's Army and he has worked steadily ever since, mixing up. He also appeared on ITV's television game show Cluedo (1990), based on the board game. Inviting a number of her co-stars along for their special day, the couple had been engaged since 2016. Coronation Street is famed for its juicy love stories, with everything from sordid affairs to star-crossed proposals gracing the cobbles over the years.. Major characters like Carla Connor, played by Alison King, and Geoff Metcalfe (Ian Bartholomew) have seen their love lives at the centre of grisly plots of late, with one-night stands and cruel abuse. This made him a household name and gave him the great advantage of working alongside a number of experienced actors during his formative years, helping him to hone his acting skills. The pretty Suffolk village, with its timber-framed houses, tea rooms and 12th-century church, is exactly . Tom Hiddleston: Frequently seen in and around Aldeburgh where his family live. Redfern / . It is a nightmare as they take days out on location and have a cast of thousands.". Lavender also recorded a special introduction for the 'lost' colour episode of Dad's Army entitled "Room at the Bottom" which was broadcast on 13 December 2008. Between 1971 and 1973 Lavender joined Dad's Army colleague Arthur Lowe on the BBC radio comedy Parsley Sidings. DAD'S Army star Ian Lavender looks very different from his role as Private Frank Pike on the much-loved comedy. BBC. It comes after stars including Kym Marsh (left) and Faye Brookes (right) have decided to leave the ITV show in recent weeks, Off he goes! On 22 June 2015, Lavender was awarded a star on the Birmingham Walk of Stars. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. ', Furious:So many departures have left die-hard fans of the soap reeling, and many have taken to Twitter to blame Iain with his lacklustre story lines. [21] [22] When filming began on Dad's Army, he was allowed to choose Pike's scarf from an array in the BBC wardrobe. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Johns third wife, Joan Le Mesurier, giggled about their friendship and said: John and him used to come home from work every night and sit at the table and get absolutely p****d. Theyd have a lovely evening, and they were great friends, and he was a very naughty boy!, READ MORE:Outlander star Caitriona Balfe addresses tough year in poignant post. He trained at the esteemed Old Vic Theatre School in London and went on to star in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice. Lavender was born in Birmingham, England. [14] In August 2013 he made his Edinburgh Fringe debut in a stage version of The Shawshank Redemption. EastEnders continues tonight (July 24) at 7.30pm on BBC One. Luckily for fans, Dads Army went on to make three more series and became one of the nation's most beloved comedies. Photo: Lucy Taylor. Between 1998 and 2002, Ian also appeared in Corrie as an actor. She's returned in recent scenes to support David amidst Max's sentencing over the stabbing attack at Speed Daal. Read more at Closer online. Ian, who was also famous for playing Private Pike in Dads Army, saw his EastEnders character face a difficult year, after challenging a past conviction and a clash with Keegan Baker. Ian Lavender is the only surviving member of the magnificent seven, and he has enjoyed a long career on stage and screen. As well as EastEnders, the actor is best known for playing Private Pike in sitcom Dad's Army, though he admitted he was initially typecast after the role. In 2018, actress Tina O'Brien walked down the aisle with her real-life fianc Adam Crofts in a romantic New Years' Eve ceremony in Manchester. Ian opened up about James death and said: Its one of the sad, poignant, a sort of ooh moments, there was a letter on thefloor. Lavender said "We had been living together for 16 years and it was something I should have done a long time before, these things change you, they help you to see what is important in life. 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