Sharon is ready to turn him down in front of a packed pub and his family; however, in the end, she cannot go through with it, and stops him from publicly proposing before he humiliates himself. Conor also has a daughter, Mary Flaherty (Melanie Clark Pullen), from his first marriage but he doesn't get on with her. [40], In 2009, a poll by magazine Inside Soap named Grant as the UK's favourite leading male character in a soap opera. They remained on-screen for two years. Using these TV quiz questions, you can learn more about what shows your friends like to watch and put that knowledge to the test. Conor Flaherty, played by Sen Gleeson, is Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard)'s nephew the son of her long-lost sister Maggie and her husband Sean. Browse more videos. "[37] Kemp also received 'Most Popular Actor' nominations at the 1996, 1997, 1998 and 2006 National Television Awards,[35][38] and British Soap Award nominations for 'Villain of the Year' in 1999,[35] and 'Spectacular Scene of the Year' in 2006, for Grant's brush with death in 'Get Johnny Week'. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Their arrival heralded a new era for the soap, which aptly coincided with the beginning of a new decade EastEnders during the 1980s having been very much dominated by the hugely popular Fowler and Watts families. I didn't know my way around, but everyone knew me. Marriages When the Fowlers go to Ireland to meet their relatives, Mary is a teenager in trouble. However he is not completely without showing rare signs of compassion. Laura and Nita . After discovering that Grant vengefully had sex with his wife Kathy Mitchell, Phil went ballistic with a handgun causing the car Grant was driving to career at high speed into the River Thames. Trending. Episodes 1392 - 1553 First Broadcast 2 January 1997 Last Broadcast 30 December 1997 Executive Producer Jane Harris Most Yearly Stats 1997 was EastEnders ' thirteenth year of production. Following Dennis' murder, Phil was wracked with guilt for sparking the events of Sharon losing her husband and has vowed revenge on Johnny more than ever. EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. During Grant's absence, Phil and Johnny embarked on a feud that led to Dennis and Sharon getting involved. Registered in England. Grants high-profile return, which aired in October 2005, proved to be a ratings success. [17] The year finally culminated with the death of Tiffany killed in a motor accident, while trying to reclaim her daughter from Grant. Playing next. Classic Eastenders (14th January 1997) Search. [15], As Pauline, Mary and the family leave Kilmoneen, Sean staggers into the road to try to stop the car, and stop Mary from leaving. 27:31. Because of this, he rarely admitted to being at fault or backed down from an argument. Aperu: Romances are rocky in Albert Square: Lisa makes a final decision about her career and Sam is worried about her one-night stand. The character has also become a prime suspect in the murder of Sharon's hated boss Eddie Royle (Michael Melia); sparked a longstanding feud with her best-friend Michelle Fowler (Susan Tully); clashed with Peggy's campaign rival George Palmer (Paul Moriarty); developed a close friendship with local shopkeeper Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley); formed a conflict with Sam's former boyfriend David Wicks (Michael French); slept with David's wife Lorraine Wicks (Jacqueline Leonard) they secretly harbored feelings for each other; cheated on Tiffany by having an affair with her mother Louise (Carol Harrison); triggered a rivalry with his archenemy Beppe di Marco (Michael Greco); disputed with Beppe's younger brother Gianni (Marc Bannerman); worked with Palmer's daughter Annie (Nadia Sawalha) on a jointed business venture at the local gym; established an antagonistic business partnership with Phil's would-be sworn nemesis, Steve Owen (Martin Kemp); had a one-night stand with Phil's estranged wife Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth); exonerated Sam for the murder of Sharon's adopted father, Den (Leslie Grantham), by proving to his ex-wife that her stepmother Chrissie (Tracy-Ann Oberman) was responsible for the crime; teamed up with Phil to confront their mother's gangland enemy, Johnny Allen (Billy Murray), and get justice for the death of Sharon's adopted brother-turned-second husband Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) in the Get Johnny Week scenario; infuriated Kathy's son Ian (Adam Woodyatt) after sleeping with his eventual lover Jane (Laurie Brett) prior to their wedding; ended his third ill-fated marriage to Carla (Christianne Oliveira) upon learning that she turned him against Courtney; and discovered that he is the father of Michelle's secret son, Mark (Ned Porteous), in light of coping with losing his mother Peggy to cancer. On the eve of 2006 commencing, Dennis learned from Phil about the threat Johnny made to Sharon as well as being told that Johnny killed his best-friend and Sam's ex-husband, Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs), on the same night Chrissie killed Den. Grant returns to the square soon after and walks in on Phil and Peggy. Library. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. The hotelier and pub landlord in Kilmoneen village. "[2] She added that it was scary because Ireland and England have different senses of humour. Grant catches her attempting to steal his money and reacts by dumping her in a litter bin, ending their marriage. 9:08. In 1997, the BBC soap opera EastEnders broadcast three singular transmissions that were filmed on location in Dublin, Ireland. He refuses to let the Fowlers stay at his hotel initially, as he has booked their rooms under the name "Towler". Grant learns of Carla's scam; unbeknownst to Carla he chases Ray away and leads Carla to believe he has fallen for her lies. This channel is 100% unofficial and is not affiliated with the BBC, EastEnders or Drama channel in any . It's not like London at all, where they take you a little bit for granted", and Todd Carty, who played her screen son Mark, said "It's also really nice to get out of Albert Square for a while to do something different. Follow. She decides to move to Walford with the Fowlers to escape her alcoholic, violent grandfather, Sean, who finds out about her affair. Phil MitchellGrant Mitchell Linda and Mick have organised a boat party to celebrate winning the Pub of the Year contest, but disaster struck when the boat hit an obstacle and began to sink. Following his arrest, Johnny is sentenced to life imprisonment and later dies of a heart attack allowing Phil and Grant to finally put their demons to reason for good. The brothers eventually beat Johnny at his nightclub office in order to get the tape, which is promptly delivered to the police; as a result, Sam is released from prison and Chrissie is arrested for Den's murder. Doof Doofs Last Broadcast He tells Mary he is leaving his wife to be with her, but Mary ends their relationship publicly, and the local bartender, Patrick Garrett Keogh), hears their argument and tells Mary's uncle, Eamonn (Maurice O'Donoghue). The episodes were filmed on location in the countryside around County Dublin, away from the soap's typical filming location in Borehamwood, England. The brothers reconcile after Phil apologises to Grant for the situation he put them in, and Grant forgives Phil for his actions. Kemp was an actor with a stocky, muscular build and shaven hair, making him an ideal choice to play one of Walford's latest "tough-men". Apols if already mentioned, but it looks as if Drama are skipping an episode this week. Episodes . Grant visits Jane where he learns that she has been paralysed by her adoptive son Bobby Beale (Eliot Carrington). The BBC was forced to issue an apology for causing offence.[2]. Colette is the same age as her first cousin once removed, Martin Fowler (James Alexandrou), and the pair hit it off. [46], Initial departure and the Mitchell Brothers car crash, "EastEnders viewers fight back tears as Peggy Mitchell 'returns' to BBC soap", "EastEnders is bringing in Jaime Winstone to play Peggy in flashback episode", "EastEnders Flashback Episode Cast: Meet the Mitchells", "Corrie killer Hillman makes top soap moment", EastEnder hardman Ross says he'll quit over Christmas Day rape plot, "Grant's BACK! 'And I'd get 16-year-old boys going: 'Hello Mary, I'll show you a good time'. Follow. It selected an unrepresentative range of stereotypes. All trademarks are property of their respective owners in the US and other countries. 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. "[21], After nearly six years away, Kemp was lured back to EastEnders for a fixed period in order to reunite the Mitchell family on-screen. Eamonn is unwelcoming to his long-lost relatives, and extremely loyal to his drunken father. Classic Eastenders (9th January 1997) MDTVS. Classic Eastenders (14th August 1997) MDTVS. [7] Because of this, he attracted many women, despite the fact that he often treated them as possessions, disregarding their feelings and eliciting exaggerated revenge should they cross him (resulting in spousal abuse and the destruction of all three of his marriages). He begins a relationship with Lorraine Wicks (Jacqueline Leonard), until a paternity test reveals that Grant is the father of his baby, Courtney (Carissa and Josephine O'Meara), who is born in March 1997. Grant returns to Portugal, and Sharon has to call him about Peggy having killed herself. Ross Kemp to return to EastEnders later this year", "EastEnders: Ross Kemp to film for an extra three weeks", "Ross Kemp on Twitter: "Anyone need a car fixing? "[6] They were also joined by a host of other characters, including Maggie's husband Sean (Pat Laffan), second son Eamonn (Maurice O'Donoghue), Eamonn's wife Brenda (Janet Behan) and daughter Colette (Shiona Redmond). Classic Eastenders (15th April 1997) Report. Grant often displayed laddish, thrill-seeking behaviour; drinking, chasing women, clubbing, gambling and living off of his wits. Browse more videos. BBC. 22 million viewers tuned in to see Grant and Tiffany's final clash on New Year's Eve 1998. Emmerdale confirms kidnap in Priya's exit week, How to watch this year's awards contenders online, Last of Us star Bella Ramsey on being genderfluid. Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. In response, Grant batters Phil leaving him with a ruptured spleen and is abusive towards Sharon until she flees to the United States, signalling the end of their marriage after just three years. As they attempt to flee from the oncoming police, Phil pulls out a gun and shoots the steering wheel in their getaway car causing Grant to plunge the car into the River Thames. Pets [4] They included Maggie Flaherty, played by Olivia Shanley, son Conor (Sean Gleeson) and his headstrong daughter Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen). Patrick comments, "you don't break the commandments, not in Sean's house". On the Buses S01E02 The new conductor. In the wake of this, Grant decides to re-enlist in the army; however, he is left despondent after getting rejected for failing their psychiatric tests. Neighbours. Drama channel has caused confusion among fans of more vintage episodes of EastEnders. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, EastEnders fans can now catch up on classic episodes, Some of the original cast on Christmas Day, Mick struggled to keep Linda afloat when the boat crashed, Classic EastEnders how to watch old episodes as the BBC soap celebrates 35th anniversary, Kerry Katona seen with bright pink hair as she runs errands in 200,000 Lamborghini in Cheshire, Keanu fight for his life against Phil Mitchell, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). This page was last edited on 30 August 2022, at 00:51. When Grant's nephew Ben Mitchell (Harry Reid) goes missing and Phil is reluctant to get the police involved, Sharon contacts Grant for help, but Courtney (now played by Alice Nokes) meets Sharon instead; Grant has not seen the messages. Nothing to do with his mum pissing off for ages just after his dad died. [29], The character of Grant Mitchell has been hailed as "one of the most iconic and popular in the history of soap". Just hit 'Like' on our Digital Spy Soaps Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @soapscoop Twitter account. "[10], Mark Mortell, the chairman of Ireland's national tourism development, Bord Filte, said: "I am enormously concerned that the single biggest television audience in Britain was shown a negative image of Irish hospitality It has the potential to be enormously damaging. "[7], Various Irish entertainers and sports personalities also went public with their opinions on the episodes. Jane Harris Contents 1 Neelam Kapoor 2 Courtney Mitchell 3 Polly Becker 4 Alex Healy 5 Annie Palmer 6 Vanessa Carlton 7 Lorna Cartwright 8 Irene Raymond Broadcaster Gerry Kelly labelled the episodes racist, and an unmitigated disaster. I am an Irishman and I'm proud of it, but I'm not a drunk and I'm certainly not backward and neither are my compatriots." 27:20. The BBC have a good track record and this would seem to be a dodgy storyline that has somehow crept through. Irish people can laugh at themselves but, the point is, this is one of the most popular programmes on British television, and it decided to present an image of Ireland that conforms to old-fashioned negative stereotypes. This set was introduced after the demise of the Jazzy version in 1994.. He admits that he has lost his home and business in Portugal and is in debt. Episdes Written by In 1998, press reports claimed that Kemp had asked producers to tone down Grant's violent behaviour because "it was insulting the viewers' intelligence. Classic Eastenders (29th August 1997) MDTVS. "[43], Grant and Phil's brotherly confrontation marking Grant's initial exit in 1999 was panned by critics. Eamonn Flaherty, played by Sen Walsh,[16] is the son of Eamonn (after whom he was named) and Brenda Flaherty. View our online Press Pack. When Courtney tells Grant that Sharon wanted to meet him, he goes to see Sharon and declares his love to her, but she is not interested. Subsequently, the plot never came to fruition. Those making an appearance included Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) and Pete Beale (Peter Dean) to name a few. "[32] In addition, Grant and Phil were voted as the second most popular King Of Soaps in a Channel 4 poll in 2002 and Grant was voted as one of the Top Ten TV Hard Men in a separate poll. 27:31. She returns briefly to enact revenge making Grant realise that he is still in love with her, he chooses to be with Sharon over his family. Carla and Ray resume their affair and plan to fleece Grant for 25,000. 19:09. Mary Flaherty is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Melanie Clark Pullen, from 22 September 1997 to 23 February 1999. Kemp was persuaded to return to the role for brief stints during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. Grant then meets Belinda again and they go to her home for sex but are interrupted by her family. The 97th episode of the soap, which has now had over 5,000 installments, was first aired on BBC One on January 21 1986. 2022 Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the BBC soap opera EastEnders in 1997, by order of first appearance. He initially has very few storylines, but he is chosen to be the best man at Terry Raymond (Gavin Richards)'s wedding (which is later called off).He has a crush on April Branning (Debbie Arnold) but no relationship ever develops between them.Then there is the arrival of his teenage son Matthew (Joe . Labour MP Anne Clywd suggested that the BBC should "reconsider" and Michelle Elliott, director of the children's charity Kidscape, said: "This is an appalling, outrageous, utterly nauseous example of rape for ratings." [4] Things finally came to a head in 1994 with some of EastEnders' most popular and renowned episodes, which have been dubbed "Sharongate". The impact of his return for the inhabitants of Walford should not be underestimated. Nigel speaking French being a particular highlight. Grant and Carla resume their relationship, but Carla's ex-partner Ray (David Kennedy) soon arrives to retrieve 12,000 that Carla has stolen from him. Valve Corporation. Classic Eastenders (28th August 1997) MDTVS. Due to his success on The Bill, Peter Cregeen, the Head of Series at the BBC, poached Ferguson to become executive producer of EastEnders. Mary Flaherty, played by Melanie Clark Pullen, is the daughter of Conor Flaherty (Sen Gleeson). The net is starting to close in on Alistair. There is nothing better than watching TV for entertainment at any age. While he has calmed down in recent years, Grant is still feared by people in and around Walford. [30] He has become one of EastEnders biggest sex-symbols described by the magazine, Women Republic, as "an ideal bit of rough the antithesis to the pretty boys who spend longer in front of the mirror than we do. ? Classic Eastenders (14th August 1997) MDTVS. Soon afterwards, Kemp departed the role again on 9 June 2006. [11] The Irish actors, who were employed specifically for the storyline, were also criticised by Kelly for not speaking out against the scenes they were enacting. [4] Two major new characters, the Mitchell brothers, made their first appearance in February 1990. For Grant it was more a marriage of convenience, allowing him access to his daughter, Courtney. 27:14. [4], Following a relatively unsuccessful inclination towards comedic storylines throughout 1989, Ferguson decided to take the soap in a new direction in 1990. 2 January 1997 ? In May 2016, Peggy returns to Albert Square following a diagnosis of terminal cancer. Coming from Blackrock, near Dublin, I just didn't realise what an obsession EastEnders is over in England. Grant and Dennis soon put their differences aside to help Phil with their conflict against Johnny Allen (Billy Murray), the local gangland kingpin who holds a grudge against the Mitchell brothers because of their mother Peggy (Barbara Windsor). 27:31. Grant confronts Ian about keeping the secret for so long and punches him after Ian insults his parenting skills. In order for Tulsa King to become more intriguing and thought-provoking, Dwight needs to become more complex and, arguably, less heroic. 1998 was EastEnders' fourteenth year of production. She then confesses to him that she no longer loves him, before returning to the US, leaving Grant heartbroken. Even though he is of aware of the potential repercussions, Eamonn informs his father that his niece Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen) has been having an affair with a married man, and Sean is furious. 27:14. "[25] Kemp returned to filming on 6 April 2016. [33], Grant's long-awaited return eventually happened in 2005, during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. Classic Eastenders (15th April 1997) MDTVS. Grant accuses Phil of killing Peggy and asks for his money back, but Phil does not have it. Classic Eastenders (21st August 1997) MDTVS. 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[25] Of his return, Kemp commented, "When I was approached about returning to EastEnders for Barbara's final episodes, it was something I could not turn down. All I remember him for was dying in the house fire with Trevor. If youd like to join in, please sign in or register. Many were introduced by the show's executive producer, Jane Harris . I was pretty starstruck [] Wendy Richard who plays Pauline Fowler was great she is the most wonderful woman and she quietly gave me advice on how to cope with the sudden fame and attention. [4], The episodes were not well received by viewers or the media. On the Buses S01E03 Olive takes a trip. Kemp reprised the role of Grant for various guest stints in 2016, appearing in twelve episodes between 13 May and 9 September. Category:1997 Episodes | EastEnders Wiki | Fandom in: 1997, Episodes by year, 1990s Episodes 1997 Episodes Category page View source Trending pages Episode 1412 (18 February 1997) Episode 1550 (25 December 1997) Episode 1553 (30 December 1997) Episode 1551 (26 December 1997) Episode 1441 (24 April 1997) Episode 1433 (7 April 1997) The EastEnders production team haven't got a clue about modern Irish society; they are living in the Dark Ages. Grant's poor treatment of Tiffany included physical and emotional abuse and two affairs, one of which was with her mother Louise (played by Carol Harrison) and the other with Lorraine Wicks (played by Jacqueline Leonard). Colette Flaherty, portrayed by Shiona Redmond, is the eldest daughter of Eamonn and Brenda Flaherty. Pauline gets Sean drunk until he falls asleep and then helps Maggie pack Mary's clothes. [4], To cast Phil and Grant Mitchell many actors were screen-tested together. 27:23. Log in. [9][12] Jana Bennett, the BBC's then director of production, stated on BBC1's news bulletin: "It is clear that a significant number of viewers have been upset by the recent episodes of EastEnders, and we are very sorry, because the production team and programme makers did not mean to cause any offence." [6] Indeed, at times he was just as likely to burst into tears as he was to throw a punch. pisode 10. Alternatively, fans can also catch up via the UKTV Play website - where you can stream episodes that have been recently shown. Despite the majority of occasions when the pair clashed, particularly in the follow-up to Phil's affair with Sharon, the two brothers remained faithful to each other. Log in. She was given up for adoption, as she was born out of wedlock, and was sent to live with a family in Ireland. Channel in any, thrill-seeking behaviour ; drinking, chasing women, clubbing, gambling and living off his... 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