List of EastEnders characters introduced in 2024

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The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the British soap opera EastEnders in 2024, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by the show's executive producer, Chris Clenshaw.

The first characters to be introduced are Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), the adoptive parents of George Knight (Colin Salmon). Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford) made his first in-universe appearance the same month. Harold Martin (David Sterne), the husband of Aunt Sal (Anna Karen), and Logan (Liam Hatch), a bully who attacks Denzel Danes (Jaden Ledega), appear in one episode each during January. Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell), a teenager who is supported by Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), joins the recurring cast in March. Warren Finn (Neil Roberts), a barrister, appears in two episodes in April. The following month, Junior Knight (Micah Balfour), the estranged son of George Knight, is introduced, later joined by his wife Monique (Busayo Ige) and son Xavier (Chase Dean-Williams). In May, Maya Houssain (Bharti Patel) first appeared, to engage in a storyline for Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman). In June, Stevie's secret son Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian), and his sons Harry (Elijah Holloway) and Barney (Lewis Bridgeman). In July, Brenda (Nichola McAuliffe) and Hugh Collins (Michael Bertenshaw), the parents of Debbie Colwell (Jenny Meier), first appeared. In August, viewers were introduced to Ayesha Siddhu (Laila Rouass), a woman who had history with Nish (Navin Chowdhry) and Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal). Later in August, George's brothers Kobina (Jonathan Nyati) and Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho). In October, the granddaughter of David Wicks (Michael French), Holly (Chloe Marshall) made her sole appearance. Later, Tyrion Ahmed, the young son of the deceased Jags Panesar (Amar Adatia) made his first on-screen appearance. Additionally, multiple other characters were featured during the year.

Eddie Knight

Eddie Knight
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Christopher Fairbank
First appearance	Episode 6831 1 January 2024 (2024-01-01)
Last appearance	Episode 6891 15 April 2024 (2024-04-15)
Classification	Former; recurring
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Wife Gloria Knight (until 2024) Adoptive sons George Knight Grandsons Junior Knight (adoptive) Granddaughters Gina Knight (adoptive) Anna Knight (adoptive) Other relatives Xavier Knight (adoptive)

Eddie Knight, played by Christopher Fairbank, first appears in episode 6831, originally broadcast on 1 January 2024. The character and Fairbank's casting details were announced on 10 December 2023. Eddie is introduced with his wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), as the adoptive parents of established character George Knight (Colin Salmon). Fairbank and Counsell were contracted for a short stint. The characters' backstory states that Eddie and Gloria have not seen George for over a decade. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, explained that it would "[become] apparent why George has kept his distance".

The characters' arrival proves a surprise for George and they are introduced with a secret. Clenshaw teased that Eddie and Gloria would be "thrust into the heart of the drama" upon their introduction. Fairbank expressed his joy at joining the show and working with the cast. Clenshaw was excited about the casting of the "legendary and immensely talented" Fairbank and Counsell. Producers used the characters of Eddie, Gloria and George to explore the topic of baby farming. To ensure the story was portrayed sensitively and accurately, the show worked with experts and those with lived experiences of farming. Through the story, Eddie's "racist ideologies" are also examined and result in clashes with his family. Clenshaw opined that the story follows EastEnders' tradition of "telling challenging yet truthful stories". He added that the story would challenge George "to question the identity his parents gave him from childhood as he discovers the true means by which he was adopted".

Gloria Knight

Gloria Knight
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Elizabeth Counsell
First appearance	Episode 6831 1 January 2024 (2024-01-01)
Last appearance	Episode 6890 11 April 2024 (2024-04-11)
Classification	Former; recurring
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Brothers Gordon Husband Eddie Knight (until 2024) Adoptive sons George Knight Grandsons Junior Knight (adoptive) Granddaughters Gina Knight (adoptive) Anna Knight (adoptive) Other relatives Xavier Knight (adoptive)

Gloria Knight, played by Elizabeth Counsell, first appears in episode 6831, originally broadcast on 1 January 2024. The character and Counsell's casting details were announced on 10 December 2023. Gloria is introduced with her husband, Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank), as the adoptive parents of established character George Knight (Colin Salmon). Counsell and Fairbank were contracted for a short stint. The characters' backstory states that Gloria and Eddie have not seen George for over a decade. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, explained that it would "[become] apparent why George has kept his distance". Counsell expressed her joy at joining the show and working with the cast and crew. She was looking forward to working with Salmon again, having previously worked together almost thirty years prior. Clenshaw was excited about the casting of the "legendary and immensely talented" Counsell and Fairbank.

The characters' arrival proves a surprise for George and they are introduced with a secret. Clenshaw teased that Gloria and Eddie would be "thrust into the heart of the drama" upon their introduction. Producers used the characters of Gloria, Eddie and George to explore the topic of baby farming. To ensure the story was portrayed sensitively and accurately, the show worked with experts and those with lived experiences of farming. Clenshaw opined that the story follows EastEnders' tradition of "telling challenging yet truthful stories". He added that the story would challenge George "to question the identity his parents gave him from childhood as he discovers the true means by which he was adopted". The character was written out of the series in episode 6890, originally broadcast on 11 April 2024. Gloria was killed off after suffering a heart attack, having reunited with George.

Harold Martin

Harold Martin
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	David Sterne
Appears in	Episode 6839 15 January 2024 (2024-01-15)
Classification	Former; guest
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Wife Sal Martin (until 2024) Sons Lenny Martin Daughters Loretta Martin

Harold Martin, played by David Sterne, first appears in episode 6839, originally broadcast on 15 January 2024. The character and Sterne's casting details were announced on 8 January 2024. Harold is introduced as the husband of established character Aunt Sal (Anna Karen), the aunt of Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) and Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf). Aunt Sal appeared on the show sporadically across 21 years with Harold being referenced throughout her appearances but never appearing. Sterne was contracted for a short guest stint. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, expressed his joy at casting Sterne and described the character as "elusive".

Producers introduced Harold to the show as part of a set of episodes portraying Aunt Sal's funeral. The character of Aunt Sal was killed off, off screen, following the real life death of Karen in early 2022. Clenshaw opined that it was "imperative that we gave Aunt Sal the send-off she deserved". Sterne enjoyed playing the character of Harold and recognised that the character was "important in the context of the show". He added, "The writing was brilliant, so he was a joy to play."

Logan

Logan
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Liam Hatch
Appears in	Episode 6847 29 January 2024 (2024-01-29)
Classification	Former; guest
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Occupation Student

Logan, played by Liam Hatch, appears in episode 6847, originally broadcast on 29 January 2024. The character was announced on 24 January 2024. Logan is introduced as a school bully who has a fight with Denzel Danes (Jaden Ladega). Hatch used his own personal experiences of school to prepare for the role of Logan, but recognised that society had changed since he was at school. In light of this, the actor aimed to "modernise [himself] in a way" through his mannerisms and body language. Hatch's casting received criticism from viewers of the show as he is 10 years older than his character. The actor found the comments amusing and admitted that his friends had contacted him to check how he was feeling. Nadia Khomami, writing for The Guardian, opined that Logan had become "the most talked about bully of the week". Dan Seddon from Digital Spy described the character as someone "making Denzel Danes' life a misery on screen".

Logan first appears when he cuts the queue at McKlunky's fast food restaurant and insults Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd), who leaves, upset. Amy's boyfriend, Denzel Danes, sees Logan and confronts him in the market. Denzel receives support from the market traders, so Logan leaves. That night, Logan and his friends corner Denzel in a back alley and attack him, filming the attack. Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) finds the gang attacking Denzel and runs to intervene, but falls over; they begin filming her and laughing. Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) sees the attack and threatens them with a metal pipe, so they all run away.

Britney Wainwright

Britney Wainwright
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Lola Campbell
First appearance	Episode 6867 4 March 2024 (2024-03-04)
Last appearance	Episode 6913 23 May 2024 (2024-05-23)
Classification	Former; recurring
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Mother Keeley Wainwright Half-brothers Taylor Wainwright

Britney Wainwright, played by Lola Campbell, first appears in episode 6867, originally broadcast on 4 March 2024. The character and Campbell's casting details were announced on 26 February 2024. Britney is introduced as a neglected child who bonds with established character Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty). McGarty likened Britney to a younger version of Whitney, which she said Whitney recognises. Britney is introduced during two special episodes of the show. The episodes were set across five weeks in Milton Keynes and feature the return of Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer). Filming took place from January 2024 with some on-location filming captured in paparazzi photography.

Writers devised the character of Britney as part of McGarty's exit from the series. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, was excited for Campbell to join the cast and teased that Whitney would be "thrust into the heart of the drama" with Britney's arrival. The character's backstory states that she and her brother, Taylor Wainwright (Mason Godfrey), are being neglected by their mother, Keeley Wainwright (Kirsty J Curtis), who is battling with addiction. Britney and Taylor live on the same estate as Bianca and are being supported by her. McGarty observed that Whitney feels "incredibly sorry" for Britney when they meet and resolves to "take her under her wing". Britney has not been attending school at all since the COVID-19 pandemic, which annoys Whitney. Keeley is later arrested, leaving Britney alone. Whitney then decides that she and her partner Zack Hudson (James Farrar) will foster her. McGarty told Sarah Ellis of Inside Soap that Whitney begins to make Britney "her main priority" instead of Zack and her unborn baby, which she opined was "quite sad".

Keeley Wainwright

Keeley Wainwright
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Kirsty J Curtis
First appearance	Episode 6867 4 March 2024 (2024-03-04)
Last appearance	Episode 6902 2 May 2024 (2024-05-02)
Classification	Former; guest
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Sons Taylor Wainwright Daughters Britney Wainwright

Keeley Wainwright, played by Kirsty J Curtis, first appears in episode 6867, originally broadcast on 4 March 2024. The character and Curtis' casting details were announced on 26 February 2024. Keeley is introduced as the mother of Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell) and Taylor Wainwright (Mason Godfrey). She is characterised as a neglectful mother who is battling addiction. The character initially appears in two special episodes of the show, which were set across five weeks in Milton Keynes and include the return of Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer). Filming took place from January 2024 with some on-location filming captured in paparazzi photography.

Keeley is neglectful towards her children and leaves them locked outside in the rain. Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) confronts her about this and offers to help, but she rejects her support. Keeley later finds Britney and Whitney talking and takes Britney away; Britney explains that she is running an errand for her mother. When Whitney finds drugs on Britney, she confronts Keeley and is followed by her partner, Zack Hudson (James Farrar), and mother, Bianca Jackson. Keeley insults Bianca and taunts her about her recent breakup with Terry Spraggan (Terry Alderton), claiming that she had sex with Terry. In retaliation, Bianca throws a brick through Keeley's window as Britney arrives. Keeley blames Britney and drags her by her hair until Whitney stops it. The following day, Keeley is arrested for drug possession. After she is released, Whitney visits her and barges into her house. She berates Keeley for the state of the house and her upbringing of Britney, so Keeley tells Whitney to take her.

Keeley returns in episode 6895, which originally aired on 22 April 2024, after Britney is hospitalized after falling off her bike. She tells Whitney and Zack that Britney was diagnosed with Usher syndrome when she was younger and that the accident is likely because of that. Zack is mad that she didn't tell them, but Whitney understands that it would be difficult to tell Britney that she would lose her sight and hearing in the future. Keeley explains that she could never take care of a child who is blind and deaf and leaves before she has the chance to see Britney again. Keeley gives Whitney Britney's birth certificate before Whitney reminds Keeley that Usher syndrome is genetic and Keeley's drugs are not the cause of it. Keeley then tells Whitney that Zack clearly doesn't want Britney and Whitney should stop telling him that fostering Britney is temporary. Whitney says that Zack is a good guy and wouldn't give up a disabled child. Keeley departs in episode 6902, originally airing on 2 May 2024, when she heads back to Milton Keynes.

Warren Finn

Warren Finn
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Neil Roberts
First appearance	Episode 6889 10 April 2024 (2024-04-10)
Last appearance	Episode 6972 3 September 2024 (2024-09-03)
Classification	Former; guest
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Occupation Barrister

Warren Finn, played by Neil Roberts, first appears in episode 6889, originally broadcast on 10 April 2024. The character and Roberts' casting details were announced on 4 April 2024. Warren is introduced as the barrister hired to represent Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) at his trial for historic racially motivated murder. Warren was described as a "straight-talking barrister" by Angie Quinn from MyLondon. Roberts was contracted for a guest stint. The actor expressed his excitement at guest starring in the soap. He was pleased to be part of the story and wanted to ensure it was portrayed "accurately and sensitively". The character appears in two episodes and departs in episode 6890, originally broadcast on 11 April 2024. Roberts reprised the role for two further episodes, first broadcast in September 2024.

At Eddie's trial, Warren questions his adopted son George Knight (Colin Salmon) about his witness statement, his upbringing and the character statement he was prepared to share at the pre-trial. Warren suggests that George is doing this in spite after learning that he was subject to baby farming as an infant. Eddie and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) are then found guilty. Warren returns to defend Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) at his trial for the murder of Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters).

Junior Knight

Junior Knight
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Micah Balfour
Duration	2024–present
First appearance	Episode 6906 13 May 2024 (2024-05-13)
Classification	Present; regular
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Other names George Knight Jr. Occupation Construction consultant Father George Knight Mother Sabrina Knight Half-sisters Gina Knight Anna Knight Wife Monique Knight Sons Xavier Knight Grandfathers Henry Kofi Asare Eddie Knight (adoptive) Grandmothers Margaret Abena Asare Gloria Knight (adoptive) Uncles Kobina Asare Kojo Asare

Junior Knight, played by Micah Balfour, first appears in episode 6906, originally broadcast on 13 May 2024. The character had been referenced before his introduction, but further details about the character and Balfour's casting details were announced on 2 May 2024. Junior is introduced as the estranged son of George Knight (Colin Salmon). Balfour described Junior as "a complex man". The character's backstory states that Junior and George have been estranged for decades, however, the reasons were not disclosed prior to his arrival. This was then explored in the character's early episodes.

Details surrounding the character's introduction were kept embargoed, but Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, warned that Junior would be "thrust into the heart of the drama". In his early episodes, writers established the character as having secrets and paired him in a one-night stand with Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer). A twist was incorporated into the story when Junior is revealed to have a wife and son; Monique Knight (Busayo Ige) and Xavier Knight (Chase Dean-Williams) are then introduced to the series. A specially-made trailer was released on social media to promote Junior's introduction. Balfour expressed his excitement at joining the cast and working with his on-screen family. He called walking on the set "the most surreal experience of my career". Clenshaw was pleased about Balfour's casting and teased that there would be "more to Junior than meets the eye".

Monique Knight

Monique Knight, played by Busayo Ige, first appears in episode 6907, originally broadcast on 14 May 2024. The character and Ige's casting details were announced on the same day as her first appearance. Monique is introduced as the wife of Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) and arrives with their young son, Xavier Knight (Chase Dean-Williams). Monique is of Ghanaian heritage, which helps her bond with Junior's father, George Knight (Colin Salmon). Producers wanted the characters of Monique and Xavier to be a surprise to the audience, especially as Junior has had sex with Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) after his introduction. This twist led to Monique and Xavier's departures from the series after she learns the truth. The character departs in episode 6922, originally broadcast on 6 June 2024.

Xavier Knight

Xavier Knight, played by Chase Dean-Williams, first appears in episode 6907, originally broadcast on 14 May 2024. The character and Dean-Williams' casting details were announced on the same day as his first appearance. Xavier is introduced as the young son of Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) and arrives with his mother, Monique Knight (Busayo Ige). Producers wanted the characters of Monique and Xavier to be a surprise to the audience, especially as Junior has had sex with Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) after his introduction. This twist leads to Monique and Xavier's departures from the series after she learns the truth. The character departs in episode 6922, originally broadcast on 6 June 2024.

Maya Houssain

Maya Houssain
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Bharti Patel
First appearance	Episode 6916 29 May 2024 (2024-05-29)
Last appearance	Episode 6964 21 August 2024 (2024-08-21)
Classification	Former; recurring
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Husband Abdul Houssain

Maya Houssain, played by Bharti Patel, first appears in episode 6916, originally broadcast on 29 May 2024. The character and Patel's casting details were announced on 20 May 2024. Maya is introduced as a new friend for Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) as part of his story exploring loneliness. Lily Shield-Polyzoides from Inside Soap suggested that the new friendship may not be "as innocent as it seems". Patel was contracted for a guest stint, and departed in episode 6964, originally broadcast on 21 August 2024.

Maya and Harvey's friendship develops over time and they become closer, which causes concern in his relationship with Jean Slater (Gillian Wright). Writers slowly revealed information about Maya's backstory, including that her husband has died recently. Viewers began speculating about the character's backstory and suggested that she has a connection to Aaron Monroe (Charlie Wernham), Harvey's son who was arrested for a far-right terrorist attack. In an unpublicised twist, it is revealed that Maya's backstory links into a 2021 story involving Harvey and Aaron. In the story, Aaron assaulted a taxi driver - revealed to be Maya's husband - in a racially motivated attack, and Harvey provided him with an alibi. Sanjiv Hayre was introduced as Maya's husband, Abdul Houssain, who requires full-time care after the attack. Harvey agrees to support Maya and Abdul financially as "penance" for his role in helping Aaron. Writers used this to create problems for Harvey and Jean's relationship.

Teddy Mitchell

Teddy Mitchell
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Roland Manookian
Duration	2024–present
First appearance	Episode 6931 26 June 2024 (2024-06-26)
Classification	Present; regular
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Occupation Businessman Family Mitchell Father Stevie Mitchell Mother Connie Mitchell Half-brothers Charlie Mitchell Billy Mitchell Wife Nicola Mitchell (until 2024) Sons Harry Mitchell Barney Mitchell Nephews Jamie Mitchell Dan Pearce Will Mitchell Nieces Janet Mitchell Other relatives Phil Mitchell Lola Pearce Lexi Pearce

Teddy Mitchell, played by Roland Manookian, first appears in episode 6931, originally broadcast on 26 June 2024. The character and Manookian's casting details were announced on 6 June 2024. Teddy is created alongside his sons, Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) and Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman), as an extension of the well-established Mitchell family. The character is introduced as the son of Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford) and half-brother of Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick), who did not know about Teddy's existence.

Manookian characterised Teddy as "an enigmatic sort of fella with old-school principles". He described him as a "philosophical soul" who is "emotionally there" and protective over his family. Despite his "stoic" front, Teddy is adaptable and maintains a modern way of thinking too. Teddy has a strained relationship with Stevie, but respects his father and understands his choices, especially since having his own children. Manookian called Stevie an "influential" figure in Teddy's life. Speaking to Chloe Timms from Inside Soap, the actor described Teddy as "fierce" and a danger but in a "diplomatic" manner as he seeks the best outcome. Manookian was thrilled by his casting and described his role as "a lovely part to get my teeth into". He also acknowledged that playing a Mitchell meant that he had "big shoes to fill".

The character's backstory states that Teddy was born as a product of an affair between Stevie and Teddy's mother, while he was married to Billy's mother. The affair then led to Billy's mother killing herself. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, was excited for Teddy's arrival and used it to create drama for Billy, such as exploring his backstory. Manookian explained that Teddy's appearance "catches Billy off-guard". Teddy is pleased to learn about Billy's existence; Manookian believed that Teddy's family-orientated attitude means that he wants to build a relationship with Billy. Clenshaw also used the character of Teddy to create a new rivalry for Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). Manookian likened Teddy and Phil to "two bulls locking horns" and observed that they are "at different ends of the spectrum of alpha males".

Harry Mitchell

Harry Mitchell
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Elijah Holloway
Duration	2024–present
First appearance	Episode 6931 26 June 2024 (2024-06-26)
Classification	Present; regular
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Occupation Mechanic Family Mitchell Father Teddy Mitchell Mother Nicola Mitchell Brothers Barney Mitchell Grandfathers Stevie Mitchell Uncles Billy Mitchell First cousins Janet Mitchell Will Mitchell Other relatives Phil Mitchell Gavin Ellis

Harry Mitchell, played by Elijah Holloway, first appears in episode 6931, originally broadcast on 26 June 2024. The character and Holloway's casting details were announced on 6 June 2024. Harry is created alongside his father, Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian), and brother, Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman), as an extension of the well-established Mitchell family. The character is introduced as the nephew of established character Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick), who did not know about the extended family's existence. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, was excited for the arrival of the extended Mitchell family and teased that they would develop a rivalry with Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden).

Holloway characterised Harry as a charming and temperamental person who cannot "resist trouble, or the ladies". He thought that Harry would "shake things up in typical Mitchell style". Holloway felt privileged to join the soap and was excited to portray a member of the Mitchell family. Producers romantically paired Harry with established character Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) in his early scenes. Chloe Timms from Inside Soap reported that "chemistry sizzles" between the pair upon Harry's arrival.

Barney Mitchell

Barney Mitchell
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Lewis Bridgeman
Duration	2024–present
First appearance	Episode 6931 26 June 2024 (2024-06-26)
Classification	Present; regular
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Occupation Student Family Mitchell Father Teddy Mitchell Mother Nicola Mitchell Brothers Harry Mitchell Grandfathers Stevie Mitchell Uncles Billy Mitchell First cousins Janet Mitchell Will Mitchell Other relatives Phil Mitchell

Barney Mitchell, played by Lewis Bridgeman, first appears in episode 6931, originally broadcast on 26 June 2024. The character and Bridgeman's casting details were announced on 6 June 2024. Barney is created alongside his father, Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian), and brother, Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway), as an extension of the well-established Mitchell family. The character is introduced as the nephew of established character Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick), who did not know about the extended family's existence. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, was excited for the arrival of the extended Mitchell family and teased that they would develop a rivalry with Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden).

Bridgeman described Barney as "introverted", which contrasts the rest of his family. He thought that Barney was "an interesting character to explore". Bridgeman was excited to be cast in the show and looked forward to watching the character develop. Producers created a friendship between Barney and established character Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) in his early scenes.

Brenda and Hugh Collins

Brenda Collins, played by Nichola McAuliffe, and Hugh Collins, played by Michael Bertenshaw, first appear in episode 6951, originally broadcast on 29 July 2024. The character and McAuliffe and Bertenshaw's casting details were announced on 25 July 2024. Brenda and Hugh are created as the parents of Debbie Colwell (Jenny Meier), who is married to established character Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman). The characters are introduced in the aftermath of Debbie's death; unbeknownst to anyone, she was murdered by Reiss. Justin Harp of Digital Spy reported that Brenda and Hugh would have "some uncomfortable questions" for Reiss.

Ayesha Siddhu

Ayesha Siddhu
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Laila Rouass
First appearance	Episode 6955 5 August 2024 (2024-08-05)
Last appearance	Episode 6958 12 August 2024 (2024-08-12)
Classification	Former; guest
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Occupation Businesswoman Husband Hardeep

Ayesha Siddhu, played by Laila Rouass, first appears in episode 6955, originally broadcast on 5 August 2024. The character and Rouass' casting details were announced on 26 July 2024. Ayesha is introduced as an old friend of Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) and arrives after being invited to Albert Square, the show's setting, by Suki's former husband Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry). Rouass was excited to appear in the soap and work with Chowdhry and Sopal, having previously worked with the former. The actress was born and raised in the East End of London, so dubbed her role "a lifelong dream come true". In an interview with Laura Denby from the Radio Times, Rouass revealed that she had always wanted a role in EastEnders and felt that she could not turn the opportunity down. Rouass was contracted for a guest stint, and the character departs in episode 6958, originally broadcast on 12 August 2024.

The character's backstory states that Nish murdered Ayesha's husband, Hardeep, because he thought he was having an affair with Suki. However, it emerges that Suki actually had romantic feelings towards Ayesha, which she reciprocated but never acted upon. Rouass described their relationship as a "first love thing" and explained that Ayesha finds Suki's decision to come out "inspiring" and brave as she did not expect it to happen. When they meet, Nish apologises to Ayesha for murdering Hardeep, but Ayesha refuses to accept his apology. Rouass told Denby that Ayesha "probably has hate in her heart for Nish", so is not prepared to "tolerate" him now. Nish reunites Ayesha and Suki in hope that it creates problems for her relationship to Eve Unwin (Heather Peace). Rouass pointed out that Ayesha quickly recognises how Nish is trying to manipulate the situation, having witnessed emotional abuse from Nish towards Suki in the past.

Kobina Asare

Kobina Asare
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Jonathan Nyati
First appearance	Episode 6967 27 August 2024 (2024-08-27)
Last appearance	Episode 6969 29 August 2024 (2024-08-29)
Classification	Former; guest
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Father Henry Kofi Asare Mother Margaret Abena Asare Brothers George Knight Kojo Asare Nephews Junior Knight Nieces Gina Knight Anna Knight

Kobina Asare, played by Jonathan Nyati, first appears in episode 6967, originally broadcast on 27 August 2024. The character and Nyati's casting details were announced on 14 August 2024. Kobina is introduced alongside his brother, Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho), as the long-lost brothers of established character George Knight (Colin Salmon). Producers devised the characters as part of the continued exploration of George's family and backstory after he discovers he is of Ghanaian heritage. Kobina and Kojo arrive during a visit to the UK from Ghana and are introduced to George by their mother's friend, Angela Lawal (Susan Auderin), who had been previously introduced to the show. Kobina is a carer for Kojo, who has autism.

The characters' shared backstory states that their father was killed by George's adoptive father. Kobina and Kojo were unaware of this until George reveals the truth, which causes tension between them. An Inside Soap columnist observed that the revelation "sours the atmosphere somewhat". Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, explained that this would create "a lot of complex emotions" for the brothers. Nyati expressed his delight at appearing in EastEnders and being part of George's story. Nyati was contracted for a guest stint, and departs in episode 6969, originally broadcast on 29 August 2024.

Kojo Asare

Kojo Asare
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Dayo Koleosho
First appearance	Episode 6967 27 August 2024 (2024-08-27)
Classification	Present; regular
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Father Henry Kofi Asare Mother Margaret Abena Asare Brothers George Knight Kobina Asare Nephews Junior Knight Nieces Gina Knight Anna Knight

Kojo Asare, played by Dayo Koleosho, first appears in episode 6967, originally broadcast on 27 August 2024. The character and Koleosho's casting details were announced on 14 August 2024. Kojo is introduced alongside his brother, Kobina Asare (Jonathan Nyati), as the long-lost brothers of established character George Knight (Colin Salmon). Producers devised the characters as part of the continued exploration of George's family and backstory after he discovers he is of Ghanaian heritage. Kojo and Kobina arrive during a visit to the UK from Ghana and are introduced to George by their mother's friend, Angela Lawal (Susan Auderin), who had been previously introduced to the show. Kojo is autistic and Koleosho is a neurodivergent actor. Kobina is Kojo's carer, a role which George takes on after Kobina explains how he is becoming overwhelmed with the responsibility. To support Koleosho on-set, a calmer environment was established. Salmon enjoyed working with Koleosho and felt proud that the show was portraying autism.

The characters' shared backstory states that their father was killed by George's adoptive father. Kojo and Kobina were unaware of this until George reveals the truth, which causes tension between them. An Inside Soap columnist observed that the revelation "sours the atmosphere somewhat". Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, explained that this would create "a lot of complex emotions" for the brothers. Koleosho was contracted to the main cast. He expressed his delight at joining the cast and working with his co-stars. He commented, "It is a dream that has become reality."

Nicola Mitchell

Nicola Mitchell
EastEnders character
Portrayed by	Laura Doddington
Duration	2024–present
First appearance	Episode 7011 11 November 2024 (2024-11-11)
Classification	Present; regular
Introduced by	Chris Clenshaw
In-universe information Family Mitchell Husband Teddy Mitchell (until 2024) Sons Harry Mitchell Barney Mitchell

Nicola Mitchell, portrayed by Laura Doddington, is the ex-wife of Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian) and mother of his sons, Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) and Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman). Doddington's casting was announced on 2 October 2024 and her first scenes aired on 11 November 2024. Nicola is set to arrive in Albert Square "uninvited", which will be a shock for Teddy, who has been trying to make a fresh start. Upon arrival, she will waste no time in introducing herself to the rest of the Mitchell family and wants to make amends with her two sons. Teddy is far from impressed by Nicola's arrival in Walford, but she is determined to make her presence known. Upon casting, it was also confirmed that Doddington had already starting filming.

Doddington expressed her excitement about joining EastEnders: "I still can’t believe I’ve joined EastEnders – I keep pinching myself! I grew up watching the show, so the first time I filmed in The Vic, I was like a kid at Christmas to be in such an iconic place with such a brilliant cast and crew. Nicola is a complex woman who comes in like the Tasmanian Devil! She’s strong and completely unapologetic about who she is. I’ve been so lucky to have my Mitchell boys, Roland, Elijah and Lewis, as they’ve taken me under their wing, and we feel like a family already. I’m loving every second so far." Nicola will be Doddington's second role in EastEnders after playing a leader of an antenatal class that Zainab Masood (Nina Wadia) and Masood Ahmed (Nitin Ganatra) attend in an episode in 2009.

Executive producer, Chris Clenshaw also spoke about Doddington's casting: "Like all the great Mitchell women, Nicola is feisty, strong and loves her family. She and Teddy share a very complicated history, which will be fun to explore, as will her relationships with her two sons. We’re delighted to welcome the fantastic Laura Doddington to EastEnders to bring Nicola to life."

Other characters

Character	Episode date(s)	Actor	Circumstances
Juliette Dubois	1 January 2024	Lily Catalifo	A former colleague of Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) who she has been avoiding. They discuss an event where Penny was nearly arrested. Penny and her cousin, Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), later find Juliette talking to Lauren's son, Louie Beale (Jake McNally). She explains that Louie told her about Penny's father, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), a detective in the police force; Penny reassures Juliette that she is estranged from her father. Juliette threatens Louie's life and instructs Penny to do a job for her, claiming that Penny's disability will help.
Maxime		Ilan Evans	A man who flirts with Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) at a New Year's Eve party. She rebuffs his advances and asks him for her name, which he cannot recall. He leaves her alone when Lauren's cousin, Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine), tells him that Lauren is a recovering alcoholic and single mother.
Elle		Zoë Armer	A woman who Peter Beale (Thomas Law) meets in Peggy's nightclub. They return to Peter's house and have sex. Afterwards, she reveals that she has a fiancé.
Officer Pickard		Saif Al-Warith	A police officer who asks to search Lauren Branning's (Jacqueline Jossa) suitcase at the airport after a detection dog alerts them to it. He finds a packet of drugs inside and arrests Lauren.
DI Price	3–4 January 2024 (2 episodes)	Simon Lenagan	A detective inspector who interviews Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) when she confesses to the drug smuggling offence that her cousin, Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), has been arrested for. DI Price speaks to Penny's father, detective Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), and sympathises with him. He asks his colleague, DC Barkley, to escort Penny to her cell, but when he enters the room, Penny is out of her wheelchair and on the floor, claiming DC Barkley has hit her. In an interview with DI Price and DC Barkley, Penny threatens to press charges unless the charges against her and Lauren are dropped; she stops when DI Price reveals two hidden CCTV cameras caught her tipping herself of her wheelchair. DI Price then offers Penny a deal to have her and Lauren released in exchange for information about Juliette Dubois (Lily Catalifo). After consulting with Jack, Penny agrees to provide DI Price with information about Juliette.
DC Barkley	4 January 2024	Uncredited	A detective constable working with DI Price (Simon Lenagan) to investigate Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) for drug smuggling. Whilst alone in an interview room, Penny tips herself out of her wheelchair onto the floor; when DC Barkley enters the room, she cries out for him not to hit her again. She then claims that DC Barkley hit her and demands that he is removed from her case. She threatens to press charges against him unless the charges against her and Lauren are dropped, but stops when DI Price reveals two hidden CCTV cameras caught her tipping herself of her wheelchair.
Builder Dave	8–11 January 2024 (2 episodes)	Dan Skinner	A builder preparing to start work on Kathy's café, having been hired by Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) while the owner, his father Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry), is in a coma. Kathy Cotton (Gillian Taylforth) and Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) send Dave and his colleagues to get a sandwich to keep them away from café, where the body of Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters) has been hidden by Kathy, Suki, Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright). Suki speaks to Dave and explains that she wants the work postponing until after Nish is out of his coma, but Dave only agrees to postpone the work for a couple of days. He adds that they will still need paying for the inconvenience. When Dave and his team return to the café, they find that the hole in the floor has been concreted over. They exit the café to find Denise staring at them; they mock her until her daughter, Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams), interjects. Dave later explains to Nish and Suki that the café floor may need digging up.
Loretta Martin	15 January 2024	Nicola Wright	The children of Aunt Sal (Anna Karen) and Harold Martin (David Sterne) who attend Sal's funeral. Loretta mistakes Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick) for the husband of Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden), who is Sal's great-nephew. Loretta and Lenny chat with their cousin Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and meet his wife, Kat Mitchell (Jessie Wallace), and stepson, Tommy Moon (Sonny Kendall).
Lenny Martin		Philip Day
Sadie	17 January 2024	Emma Carter	A marriage counsellor who leads a counselling session between Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Jack Branning (Scott Maslen). She asks Denise how she feels after Jack admits to feeling guilty about his affair.
Rory	23 January 2024	Me'sha Bryan	A friend of Howie Danes (Delroy Atkinson) who previously worked with him in the entertainment industry; she nows works on a cruise ship. Howie introduces Rory to his partner, Kim Fox-Hubbard (Tameka Empson), who is uncomfortable with Rory's presence. At a group photoshoot, Rory informs the team of entertainers that budget cuts mean people may not be offered a contract, which Kim claims is unfair. Rory later visits Howie and Kim at home to offer Kim a job as the cruise ship's social media manager.
Barminder	24 January 2024	Amina Zia	A friend of the Panesar family who attends the same gurdwara as them. She chats with Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) and asks why she has not visited the gurdwara recently; Suki claims to have been busy with work. They have a catch up, where Suki reveals that she has ended her marriage to Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry) and is worried about being judged by others. Barminder encourages Suki to return to the gurdwara and reassures her that she will be supported.
Shahir	29 January 2024	Johndeep More	A man who Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) meets at radiotherapy. Shahir explains that it is his first radiotherapy appointment, so Alfie answers some of his questions and reassures him about the experience. After his radiotherapy, Shahir is collected by his friend and their children.
District Judge Crane	30 January 2024	Dionne Neish	The judge presiding over the special guardianship order hearing for Charli Slater.
Rufus	31 January 2024	James Arden	A boxer at The Boxing Den gym. Denzel Danes (Jaden Ledega) asks him to spar with him, but George Knight (Colin Salmon) believes it is a bad idea as Rufus is three weight classes heavier than Denzel. Rufus agrees to be gentle, so they spar, but Rufus wins.
Madame Tellerina	1 February 2024	Sarah Crowden	A psychic who is hired to perform at The Queen Victoria pub by the landlady, Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe). She performs a reading on Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman) and accepts multiple free drinks from Elaine. Denise Fox (Diane Parish), who is struggling after being involved in a murder cover-up, offers to have a public reading. Madame Tellerina claims to be speaking to a man buried underground who "didn't deserve this", panicking Denise, but she then barks and reveals to be referring to a dog. Denise angrily calls out Madame Tellerina for lying, so they move on.
Gains Guv'nor	1 February−1 April 2024 (6 episodes)	Sanchez Brown	A fitness social media influencer whose videos are watched by Denzel Danes (Jaden Ledega). Denzel sees a video promoting Gains Guv'nor's new fitness programme, which is on sale at half price. He later looks at pictures of Gains Guv'nor before deciding to purchase steroids. Denzel continues to watch his videos.
Charles Dunlane	12 February−11 April 2024 (4 episodes)	Jack Chissick	A friend of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) who attends a party celebrating Eddie's community award at his home with friend Gerald (Geoff McGivern). Prior to the party, they are warned by Eddie's wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), not to upset their family. At the party, Charles makes crude comments towards Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe), who is engaged to Eddie and Gloria's son George Knight (Colin Salmon); Eddie reprimands him. Charles and Eddie are placed on trial for the historic racially motivated murder of George's biological father, Henry Kofi Asare. As they wait outside the courtroom for the pre-trial, Charles makes racist remarks. Charles and Eddie stand trial a month later; George gives a statement attesting to seeing both men attack Henry. They are found guilty.
Gerald	12 February 2024	Geoff McGivern	A friend of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) who attends a party celebrating Eddie's community award at his home with friend Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick). Prior to the party, they are warned by Eddie's wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), not to upset their family. Gerald gets drunk and accidentally reveals to Eddie and Gloria's son, George Knight (Colin Salmon), that Eddie is pending trial for a historic racially motivated murder and needs a character witness statement from him.
Sue	15 February 2024	Julia Riley	A customer at Fox & Hair salon who is unhappy with how short Denise Fox (Diane Parish) has cut her hair. Denise is then rude towards Sue, so Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd) offers her the haircut for free.
Dr Okeke	22 February 2024	Lisa Davina Phillip	Three doctors from the local mental health team who assess Denise Fox (Diane Parish) as a mental health risk after being called. They have concerns about Denise and inform her husband, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), and daughter, Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams), that she is displaying signs of psychosis and needs to be sectioned. Dr Okeke explains that if Denise refuses to be sectioned voluntarily, they will need to call the police. Denise agrees to be sectioned voluntarily and goes with the mental health team.
Sally Lunt		Rachel Denning
Dr Giles		Uncredited
Roger Peel	26–29 February 2024 (2 episodes)	Ben Jones	A divorce lawyer introduced to Kat Mitchell (Jessie Wallace) by her boyfriend, Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry). He suggests to Kat that they move her assets into a limited company registered in someone else's name. He flirts with Kat and reveals he is married. Kat asks Eve Unwin (Heather Peace) about Roger and she explains that he is a notorious adulterer and should not be trusted. Kat meets with Roger privately at her office the following day and they flirt. Roger kisses Kat, so she points out the CCTV camera. She threatens to send the footage if he does not give her information about Nish that she can use to her advantage, but Roger explains that his wife would not be bothered by a kiss. Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) then enters and reveals that is incorrect as Roger is on his final warning with his wife. He agrees to provide information on Nish, which is overheard by Avani Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy), who informs Nish.
Fern		Ellena Vincent	A customer at Beale's Eels pie and mash restaurant who flirts with owner Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo). Dean's daughter, Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green), later sees her and asks for her phone number on Dean's behalf. Fern and Dean exchange texts and arrange a date for the following day. When their date begins, it is awkward and Dean appears uncomfortable, so Fern suggests ending it, but he apologises and blames a previous break up. Dean tells Fern that his name is Dean Beale to avoid her finding information about him online. After the date, Dean tells Fern about Jade's recent transplant and invites her for a drink. They kiss but are interrupted by Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd), who warns Fern to search Dean Wicks online as he raped Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and attempted to rape her mother, Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons). Fern then leaves.
Maya	1 March 2024	Raagni Sharma	A solicitor hired by Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) to offer legal advice regarding his daughter, Jade Masood's (Elizabeth Green), move to Pakistan. As Jade has recently had an operation, Maya explains that she will need a review from a general practitioner (GP) and if she is stable, she will be able to fly.
Vince	4 March 2024	Francis Tucker	The partner of Keeley Wainwright (Kirsty J Curtis) who listens to Whitney Dean's (Shona McGarty) concerns about the welfare of Keeley's daughter, Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell). He calls Britney a "pretty little thing", which unnerves Whitney.
Ruth Bayford		Rebecca Clow	The headteacher of Britney Wainwright's (Lola Campbell) school who meets with Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) to discuss Britney's absence from school. Ruth admits that she has never met Britney and that she should be in year eight, but has never enrolled. She explains that Britney was withdrawn from primary school during the COVID-19 pandemic when she was in year five to be home educated and would return for secondary education. Ruth describes Britney as a "ghost child" and tells Whitney how lots of children disappeared following the pandemic, but schools and social services do not have resources to find them.
Taylor Wainwright		Mason Godfrey	The half-brother of Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell). They visit Bianca Jackson's (Patsy Palmer) home for food and are introduced to Bianca's adopted daughter, Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), and her partner, Zack Hudson (James Farrar). Taylor and Britney's mother, Keeley Wainwright (Kirsty J Curtis), is neglectful towards them and Bianca finds them outside in the rain after they are locked out of their home. Taylor later goes to stay with his father.
Dr Marion Dixon	5 March 2024	Sally George	A doctor who examines Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), who is pregnant, after she is hit by a car. She performs an ultra scan and confirms her baby is well.
Adam		Cal-I Jonel	The social worker allocated to Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell) who meets with her, Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) and Zack Hudson (James Farrar) to discuss a plan for Britney following her mother, Keeley Wainwright's (Kirsty J Curtis), arrest. He explains that Keeley has requested that Britney stay with her partner Vince (Francis Tucker) at home, but Whitney warns that this is a bad idea. She offers that she and Zack keep Britney until Keeley's return, but Zack appears less convinced and leaves. Adam explains that they need to respect Keeley's wishes, but if there are issues, they could look at foster care; Whitney reveals that she and Zack are registered foster parents. Adam agrees to speak to Keeley and Vince and explore the option of Britney staying in Whitney's care.
Maddie	7 March 2024	Talya Harris	A customer at Walford East restaurant who flirts with Zack Hudson (James Farrar).
Dr Abe	11–13 March 2024 (3 episodes)	El Anthony	A doctor at the mental health facility where Denise Fox (Diane Parish) is undergoing treatment. He checks in with Denise and reassures her about her experience of psychosis. He asks her to open up about any other traumas in her life, but she ignores him. The following day, he brings Denise to see Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) in a visiting room. He then interrupts Denise's meeting with her husband, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), and asks him to leave at her request. Dr Abe then chats with Denise and asks how she is feeling after seeing Stacey and Jack. He suggests that Jack could be a trigger for Denise, but she rejects this idea. Denise then asks to be left alone. Later that day, they have another conversation, where Denise opens up about how she is feeling; she explains that she feels safe in the unit and that she is worried she may hurt her friends if she is at home. Dr Abe suggests that they consider exploring options about returning home.
William	12 March 2024	Peter Barrett	A solicitor representing Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) at their trial for historic racially motivated murder. He informs Eddie that the trial has been delayed, which irritates Eddie. When court is ready to commence, Eddie tells William that he wants to wait until his son, George Knight (Colin Salmon), arrives to give a character witness statement. He arrives and in court, William invites George to read his statement; George provides a negative statement about Eddie, so William tries to stop it.
Angela Lawal	12 March−10 April 2024, 27 August 2024 (4 episodes)	Susan Anderin	A woman who attends the pre-trial of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) for the historic racially motivated murder of Henry Kofi Asare. Eddie's wife, Gloria Knight (Elizabeth Counsell), sees Angela from afar and wonders if she is related to Henry. During the trial, Henry's son George Knight (Colin Salmon), who was adopted by Eddie and Gloria, provides a negative statement about Eddie; Angela rushes out of the courtroom during it. George theorises that Angela is his biological mother. Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) gives George the woman's name and phone number; he calls her and leaves a message, so she arrives at his home, The Queen Victoria public house. George explains that he witnessed the attack and regrets not informing the police, before asking if she is his mother. Angela confirms that she is not his mother but her mother's friend. She tells him about his mother, Margaret Asare, and reveals that she died four months earlier after a long illness. She explains that they were nurses together and that he has two younger brothers, before offering to get in contact with them for him; he declines the offer. Angela tells George about Henry trying to collect him to bring him back to Ghana and how Eddie told Margaret that Henry had collected George and ran away, devastating her. Angela reassures George that Margaret would have loved him and been proud of his life. Before leaving, she reveals that George's birth name is Kwame. A month later, Angela is called to speak for the prosecution at Eddie and Charles' trial. Angela returned in August with George's brothers from Ghana, Kobina (Jonathan Nyati) and Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho), however had failed to tell them their mother, Margaret Asare, had died earlier in the year.
Agatha	13 March−6 May 2024, 30 September 2024 (3 episodes)	Chloe Okora	A member of Yolande Trueman's (Angela Wynter) church group. She tells Yolande that there are rumours about her and Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler), who is married, being in a secret relationship. At another session, Pastor Clayton invites Agatha to read a bible passage; she reads Hebrews 13:4, a passage about marriage and adultery. Yolande confronts her for making accusations about the Pastor, so Agatha refers to her as a "jezebel"; Yolande slaps her and leaves the group. Agatha attends the Easter prayer group and talks to other members about being worried to return to the group. Yolande apologises, but Agatha repeats that she believes her and Pastor Clayton are having an affair, so Yolande leaves. Yolande leads a prayer at the group and then seeks out Agatha to apologise again, which she accepts.
Dr Trent	18 March 2024	Cai Brigden	A doctor who performs a check up on Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green). He explains that he had hoped the antibiotics would have treated her chest infection by this point.
Dr Nazir	21–25 March 2024 (2 episodes)	Aosaf Afzal	A doctor treating Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green) after her hospital admission. He speaks to Jade's father, Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo), and friend, Jean Slater (Gillian Wright) to explain he is concerned about her chest infection; Dr Nazir questions if she has been taking her antibiotics as prescribed. Jean offers to collect the antibiotics, which Dr Nazir agrees is a good idea; Dean is initially hesitant but relents. When he receives the antibiotics, Dr Nazir confirms they look correct. Dr Nazir recommends keeping Jade in hospital for a few days to monitor her recovery, but Dean decides that she should be discharged early.
Sandra	21 March 2024	Zoë Clayton-Kelly	A community mental health worker who arrives at Denise Fox's (Diane Parish) home to check in following her release from a mental health facility. She meets Denise's husband, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen), who reveals that Denise no longer lives at the home.
Casey Quinnan	25 March 2024	Emma Prendergast	A journalist from the Walford Gazette newspaper who asks to write a piece about Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) and Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green) following Jade's charity fundraiser. Dean agrees to meet with Casey for an interview in the local café. She explains that it will be an inspiration piece about Dean and Jade's relationship as well as the power of a community. Casey discusses wanting to seek others' opinions too; Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) offers to provide his opinion about Dean and gives Casey his contact card.
DC Crawford	25–26 March 2024 (2 episodes)	Calum Finlay	A detective constable who informs Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) that there is an international warrant for his arrest. He then arrests him for fraud committed in the United States (US).
DS Moran	26 March 2024	Sophie Fletcher	A detective sergeant who interviews Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) after he is arrested for fraud committed in the United States (US). She informs him that his solicitor, Ritchie Scott (Sian Webber), is on her way.
Tash	28 March 2024	Uncredited	A woman who is on a date with Peter Beale (Thomas Law). Peter introduces Tash to Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), the mother of his son, and Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty). Peter and Tash attend Lauren's 30th birthday party at The Prince Albert bar; while Peter chats to Lauren, Tash begins talking to another man.
Dr Carson	2 April 2024	Gabby Wong	A doctor who performs an ultrasound on Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy) prior to her implantation. She explains that her womb lining is not thick enough, but they can progress with the embryo transfer if she would like; Sonia is hesitant but her partner, Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman), wants to proceed so they do.
Stella Clayton	4 April-18 June 2024, 30 September-2 October 2024 (7 episodes)	Velile Tshabalala	The wife of Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) who takes over Yolande Trueman's (Angela Wynter) food van project at her husband's request. He decides to put Stella in charge of the project after Yolande tells him that she feels uncomfortable due to his inappropriate advances. Stella takes Yolande's project folder, but she is unimpressed with it and calls it basic and old-fashioned. She adds that she may have a company interested in sponsoring the project.
Judge Holt	10–11 April 2024 (2 episodes)	Rachel Atkins	The judge presiding over the trial of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) for the historic racially motivated murder of Henry Kofi Asare. After George Knight (Colin Salmon) is questioned, Judge Holt calls a fifteen minute break. She then oversees Eddie and Charles being found guilty.
Zoe Marchant	10 April 2024	Holly Jane	The prosecuting barrister at the trial of Eddie Knight (Christopher Fairbank) and Charles Dunlane (Jack Chissick) for the historic racially motivated murder of Henry Kofi Asare. She questions Angela Lawal (Susan Anderin) and George Knight (Colin Salmon) on the stand.
Rufus	16 April – 14 May 2024	Ian Gain	A man who denies George Knight (Colin Salmon) access to a fighting ground.
Levi	17 April – 13 May 2024, 30 September 2024 (9 episodes)	Mark Akintimehin	A church elder, who is training to become a pastor. He appears in many church scenes in the background. At the fundraiser, Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) takes a liking to his appearance. Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) tells him that she was sexually assaulted by Pastor Clayton (Howard Saddler) and Levi puts her in contact with Delia Bennett (Llewella Gideon) and together they get Clayton convicted.
Dolores	17 April 2024	Natasha Williams	A woman who was raped by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2001. She tells her friend, Usha, about it but is not believed.
Sarah		Zoë Aldrich	A woman who was sexually assaulted by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2008. She reports it to her church's minister, Daniel, but he brushes it off as Pastor Clayton is transferring churches soon.
Rachel		Debra Michaels	A woman who was sexually assaulted by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2012. She confides in a friend, Fiona, about it, but refuses to take it to court out of fear of being blamed for it.
Delia Bennett	17 April 2024, 28 June 2024	Llewella Gideon	A woman who was raped by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2016. She reports it to authorities but they drop the case due to insufficient evidence, despite being believed by an officer named DC Carys. However, her reporting the assault ensured that the police knew about Clayton. She appears in the present day when church elder, Levi (Mark Akintimehin) puts her in contact with Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter), who had also been sexually assaulted by Clayton and together they Clayton convicted.
Emma	17 April 2024	Gabrielle Lloyd	A woman who was raped by Pastor Gideon Clayton (Howard Saddler) in 2020. She tells her husband, Alec, about it. When Alec goes to confront Pastor Clayton, Emma stops him as Alec is old and will go to prison.
Dolly Dean-Hudson	16−23 May 2024	Uncredited	The daughter of Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) and Zack Hudson (James Farrar). Whitney goes into labour whilst trapped in a food truck; she is freed and makes it to hospital, where Dolly is delivered. Whitney learns that Zack has cheated on her, so decides to move to Wakefield with Dolly and Britney Wainwright (Lola Campbell), her foster daughter.
Abdul Houssain	3 July 2024	Sanjiv Hayre	The husband of Maya Houssain (Bharti Patel), who she previously told Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) was dead, but is revealed to be alive when Harvey goes to Maya's house after he discovered she had lied about where she lived. When Harvey finds Abdul, he is terrified and Maya later reveals that Abdul was the man that Harvey's son, Aaron Monroe (Charlie Wernham) tried to murder in a racially motivated attack.
Mason	26 August – 22 October 2024 (4 episodes)	Alex Draper	An 18-year old who is convinced to go to Peggy's along with his friend, Justin by Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) on the night of the crowd crush. He later appears as Avani's secret boyfriend when they are caught kissing by Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman), who warns him that she is only 15 years old, which he ignores.
Doreen Coleman	5 September – 16 September 2024	Sonia Ritter	An older woman who is cellmates with Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) when she is sentenced to a week in prison for contempt of court. She becomes friends with Sharon and helps her when she runs into her old enemy Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman).
DC Brian Perkins	24 October 2024	Odimegwu Okoye	A police officer who visits Kat Mitchell (Jessie Wallace) regarding Tommy Moon's (Sonny Kendall) abusive behavior.
Holly	10 October 2024	Chloe Marshall	A woman who has been contacting David Wicks (Michael French). She video calls him and it is revealed that she is David's granddaughter via his son, Joe Wicks (Paul Nicholls).
Tyrion Ahmed	16−21 October 2024 (3 episodes)	Uncredited	The infant son of Habiba Ahmed (Rukku Nahar) and Jags Panesar (Amar Adatia) who comes to stay with his paternal grandparents, Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) and Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry), for a few days.
Jackie Fairhurst	24 October−5 November 2024 (2 episodes)	Joanna Bending	A social worker who responds to an emergency call from Jean Slater (Gillian Wright) about Tommy Moon's (Sonny Kendall) violent behaviour. She visits Tommy and his parents, Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie Moon (Shane Richie), with DC Brian Perkins (Odimegwu Okoye). Through conversations with the family, they realise that Tommy poses a threat to his younger brothers, Bert and Ernie Moon (Elliot and Cody Briffett), as he has hurt them, so they place him in the care of Zack Hudson (James Farrar), a registered foster carer. Jackie later arranges a meeting between Tommy, Kat and Alfie to discuss what will happen next for the family.