All rights reserved. I think she's been a little bit calm and a little bit mumsy lately and I think if she's been away from Max for a while, she needs to come back with a bit more fight about her and have him on his knees a bit." However, the subsequent COVID-19 lockdown means that she is busier than ever at the hospital, which leaves Sonia stressed and exhausted. Tanya plots to bury Max alive and with the help of Sean, they drug Max and bury him in the woods. After Lauren gave birth to Louie Beale (Oscar Winehouse) back in 2015, they both left for New Zealand. Phil's relieved, especially because the stakes were so high. [17], Jo Joyner said that she will make sure that the storyline will be "honest and true to life" as possible. Sonia and the Brannings try to help Tiffany and promise to pay off the drug dealers that Tiffany and her friend Evie Steele (Sophia Capasso) owe money to, in order for Tiffany to stay. On the day of the funeral, Cora shouts at Max, urging him to stay away as he has done enough damage to his family, and mentions that she had to sedate a grief-stricken Tanya to get her into the car to go to the funeral. They lock Tiffany in and finally release her when she agrees to speak up about the drug ring. 'We're very lucky. However it wasn't smooth sailing for Sammy, who ended up in hospital in March. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. [22] Speaking to the Daily Star, Joyner said that rather than becoming depressed over the scenes, she goes home relieved that it's not her life. Danny, 45, quit as landlord Mick Carter at Christmas and tonight hinted on ITV's Jonathan Ross Show that he would not miss some cast. Ian wins full custody of the children and Cindy is charged and remanded while she is pregnant by Nick. It was at this stage that the producers made a decision to write the majority of the Jackson family out. At the hospital, Abi's asking everyone if they want to hear the name she's come up with but Max keeps putting her off. She made her first appearance on 27 June 2006. Tanya gives birth! 25. Executive Producer Lorraine Newman stated that whilst Tanya will be missed, her exit will bring a new era to the Branning family but refused to say how Tanya will leave the show. iPhone users claim Apple is trying to TRICK them into Health ministers knew there was no evidence to justify making kids abide by rule of 6 - but No10 'didn't Britain's first child Covid death, 13, may have been contributed to by doctors as senior medic admits Rishi Sunak is urgently reviewing his private exchanges with Matt Hancock after bombshell leak of ex-Health Sunak bustled like a wide-eyed labrador, his tail waggier than a windscreen wiper in a downpour: HENRY 'Drinks cold in fridge at DH!' She reveals to Ricky and Carol that Bianca has been hiding out with her at a B&B and is not in a good way. Cassidy confirmed the baby is due in "summer" 2016. When Tanya discovers that cars at the car lot are being repossessed, she and Max argue, which leads to passion and they have sex for the first time since Tanya's all-clear from cancer. If this seems like the most inopportune time to turn Sonia into a lesbian, well, the show's writers did it anyway [] Sonia's sudden lesbian affair was met with disapproval from all sides, and nobody the fans, characters or even the actors was particularly supportive of her relationship. [23] Joyner confirmed this herself, saying that the break would last six months, similar to other actors who took breaks in 2012, such as June Brown (Dot Branning) and Charlie Brooks (Janine Butcher). Afterward, Naomi faded into the background and Sonia ended up back with Martin, seeming to forget entirely about the same-sex attractions she once had [] It was a sad but not unexpected ending to a rare chance for the BBC to acknowledge lesbian sexuality in its programming and for viewers to witness a positive lesbian relationship that didn't ruin anybody's life [] Sonia or Naomi [] had the potential to develop a loving depiction of lesbian sexuality but were failed by the show's writers and, arguably, the BBC's institutionalized homophobia".[24]. Tanya Franks . 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. [8] The Jacksons have been described by EastEnders scriptwriter Colin Brake as a "classic problem family". Sammy also posted a snap of some morphine and anti-clotting jabs, which are often needed after the operation. The recovering drug addict - who is played by actress Tanya. [17], Sonia returned permanently on 14 January 2014. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Ricky suggests getting Bianca out of the country but Sonia tells him she that Bianca has decided to give herself up. Joyner said that it is a privilege to be given any sort of serious storyline and a real responsibility. [34] In 2012, Joyner and Wood won the Best On-Screen Partnership category at the British Soap Awards. 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. [4] Cassidy took maternity leave in 2016 and Sonia left on 20 September 2016 for her dream job in Kettering. This was later changed on the official BBC website. [10].mw-parser-output .templatequote{overflow:hidden;margin:1em 0;padding:0 40px}.mw-parser-output .templatequote .templatequotecite{line-height:1.5em;text-align:left;padding-left:1.6em;margin-top:0}. Phil's smug when he tells Peggy what's happened and Ronnie's confused when Peggy tells her that it's all been taken care of. [39], "EXCLUSIVE: NO ANGEL JO OFF TO ALBERT SQ", "Producer's Perspective 2009: Diederick Santer", "First Pic: Jo Joyner returns to 'EastEnders', "Walford's Jo Joyner reveals burial script shock", "Jo Joyner set for EastEnders return - Inside Media Track", "EastEnders: Tanya Branning returns in shock twist", "EastEnders star was "nervous" about surprise Christmas Day return", "Digital Spy Soap Awards 2008: Jo Joyner", "2012 All About Soap Awards full nominations list", "All About Soap Awards 2012: Full winners list", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tanya_Branning&oldid=1132636964, This page was last edited on 9 January 2023, at 20:38. Unbeknown to Tanya, Max had started an affair with Stacey Slater who was Max's son's wife. The trio will join a number of other famous faces running the London Marathon in Barbara's memory. [35] On Digital Spy's 2012 end of year reader poll, Joyner was nominated for "Best Female Soap Actor" and came fourth with 13.4% of the vote. [21] Asked whether Tanya will start to look ill, Joyner said to Soaplife: "I'd like her to and I made a point of saying, 'Unless we ever see Tanya looking tired these references are going to be rubbish', because she's keeping up the pretence and putting on lots of make-up. And we are obsessed," followed by four blue hearts. "[18] Music of added: "As the UK's only charity solely dedicated to informing and supporting women affected by cervical abnormalities and cervical cancer, we think it is fantastic that EastEnders has decided to highlight the issue of cervical cancer. Fearing imprisonment, Sonia abducts Rebecca and goes on the run. 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. Former No Angels actress Joyner joined the cast of EastEnders in 2006 after the long-suffering wife of cheating Max Branning (Jake Wood). 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. Prepare for peak pothole season! Sonia keeps a bedside vigil and is with Jamie when he dies. When Bex decides that she doesn't want to go to university, Sonia pressures Bex into applying to Oxbridge University, much to Bex's annoyance. [11], Despite Cassidy's departure being specified as a "break", Cassidy commented in 2008, "I feel that door's closed now and I need to go and do other stuff [] Maybe in nine years I might go back. EastEnders actor Ricky Champ is a dad again after wife gives birth to baby boy Ricky Champ, who plays Stuart Highway in EastEnders, has become a dad for the second time as his wife Sammy. Recent episodes saw Max giving a bedside vigil while Abi gave birth to a baby girl, with viewers questioning the scenes. She misunderstands him and gets into his bed, naked. "[4] Also, having worked quietly and successfully in the industry for eight years, Joyner was unsure if she would be comfortable with the level of fame being on EastEnders would bring her. Despite pleas from Rebecca's adoptive parents, it is Sonia's step-grandmother, Dot Cotton (June Brown), who persuades Sonia to return the baby. In January 2014, Tanya's best friend, Jane Beale (Laurie Brett), reveals to Max that Tanya is now in a relationship, with a man named Tim and that they are planning on getting engaged. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. Heather gives birth to a baby boy, but the father is nowhere to be found. [27], In December 2014 it was announced that Tanya would return in February 2015 for a few episodes, for Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) and Jane Beales (Laurie Brett) wedding and for the show's 30th anniversary. I've been wanting to be pregnant for so long you can't really complain.'. ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cindy_Beale&oldid=1131284790, This page was last edited on 3 January 2023, at 12:30. [2], Actress Michelle Collins was asked to audition for the part by the soap's co-creator, Julia Smith, who saw her perform on stage. Does Unforgotten work without Nicola Walker? She is forced to give him a false alibi when police question him about stolen vehicles and convinces him to tell the truth. Sonia and Dot care for Harold Legg (Leonard Fenton) when he becomes ill and he moves into No.25. Sonia becomes depressed and begins to neglect her work and drink alcohol, until Gus helps her straighten her life out. [18][19], In February 2016, Cassidy announced she was expecting her second child, meaning she would be taking maternity leave. 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. Tanya is shocked that Ava is mixed-race, and decides not to see her again. Sonia discovers that she may still be in love Martin and agrees to go on a date with him. [30] The episodes were mainly filmed at night due to Joyner's other work commitments. It was then down to the pair to decide what to do. She's not a killer!" Tanya Branning - played by Jo Joyner - has had a tough few months. "[17] "This is a disease that affects thousands of women and their loved ones in the UK every year, and for many can be preventable by taking proactive steps, such as attending cervical screening when invited. She decides that to resist temptation she must leave Walford, and Max is deeply disappointed. Lauren continues to drink but Tanya refuses to believe she is addicted until she keeps Lauren in the house and she reveals that she has been sipping vodka from a water bottle. Joyner, who plays Tanya Branning in the BBC soap, has had a healthy boy and girl. She finds out that he has had an affair with Gemma Clewes but forgives him. Instead, Margaret's reaction was surprisingly representative of the public response to their relationship. Sonia and Gus begin a second romance, which ends due to Sonia's lingering feelings for Martin. 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. 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