Classic Eastenders (5th May 1997) MDTVS. He is then thrown out of the bar. [4] Ferguson altered the way the episodes were produced, changed the way the storylines were conceptualised and introduced a far greater amount of location work than had previously been seen. Maggie is first said to be the result of an illicit affair Lou had with an Irishman 60 years earlier, but although Maggie is initially thought to be Pauline's half-sister, it later transpires that they share the same father too; Maggie was only the result of pre-marital sex between Lou and her husband-to-be, Albert Beale. 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. 27:31. Grant goes to The Queen Vic where he flirts with Belinda Peacock (Carli Norris). Knowing he cannot get it, Grant threatens him unless he returns the money. Classic Eastenders (21st August 1997) MDTVS. Classic Eastenders (18th August 1997) MDTVS. They now live in Scotland. Classic Eastenders (14th January 1997) Search. However, more often than not, Grant reverted to form and when placed under pressure he seemed incapable of controlling his aggression, disregarding all consequences. Both actors worked well and convincingly together and both shared similar physical characteristics, such as short cropped hair and a "round, open face" facial characteristics also shared by Danniella Westbrook, who was chosen to play their sister Samantha partly because of this (Westbrook was later recast, with Kim Medcalf taking over).[5]. 11th March - Tiffany Mitchell gives birth to Courtney. "[20], Initially viewers were left uncertain as to whether Grant survived the crash, but the character was not killed off and a week later viewers saw Grant depart along with his daughter Courtney for a new life in Rio, Brazil. Classic Eastenders (9th January 1997) MDTVS. An archived recording of his voice was heard on 25 January 2022. Although she has a level head on her shoulders, she is having an affair . Ferguson had previously been a producer on ITV's The Bill a hard-hitting and successful police drama, which seemed to be challenging EastEnders in providing a realistic vision of modern life in London. Yearly Stats In 1997, the BBC soap opera EastEnders broadcast three singular transmissions that were filmed on location in Dublin, Ireland.The episodes involved the Fowler and Beale family travelling from London to Ireland to meet their long-lost relatives. Grant telephones Courtney to ask to stay with her but she refuses. 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. Classic Eastenders (17th April 1997) MDTVS. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. As time goes on, Grant begins flirting with Jane Collins (Laurie Brett) the girlfriend of Kathy's son Ian (Adam Woodyatt) after seducing her. Classic EastEnders continues tomorrow (Monday, October 15) on Drama at 12pm, while current EastEnders continues tomorrow on BBC One at 8pm. Classic Eastenders (28th August 1995) MDTVS. Grant is desperate for a child, although Sharon would rather concentrate on the pub for the time being, and when he discovers Sharon is still taking contraception, he smashes up the pub and then disappears. Mark (Todd Carty) gets out of the car and punches Sean in the groin, and they speed off in the car, leaving Sean doubled over in pain.[15]. A year later, in 1998, BBC chairman Christopher Bland admitted that as result of the Irish-set EastEnders episodes, the station failed in its pledge to represent all groups accurately and avoid reinforcing prejudice.[13]. Classic Eastenders (27th August 1997) MDTVS. I found it extremely difficult adjusting to London. Just watched today's episode where Nathan leaves and the Drama Channel CUT OUT THE BEST LINE! Ra. Laura and Nita are really miserable cows. "[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). Its been 35 years since EastEnders first debuted on screens. He was introduced by producer Michael Ferguson to revamp the show, and originally served as one of the show's leading protagonists throughout the 1990s; with the character first appearing in 22 February 1990 and then departing on 25 October 1999 after Kemp had opted to leave the show. 1997 The BBC was inundated with complaints from angry viewers from Ireland for negative stereotyping, portraying Irish people as "dirty, rude, and drunk". I started to suffer panic attacks and felt increasingly isolated. Broadcaster Gerry Kelly labelled the episodes racist, and an unmitigated disaster. "[2][7], The BBC and RT (the Public Service Broadcaster of Ireland) received complaints from angry Irish people all over Britain and Ireland, and it was reported that viewers "bombarded" local and national radio stations, claiming the episodes were an insult to Irish people everywhere. 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She was given up for adoption, as she was born out of wedlock, and was sent to live with a family in Ireland. Hours to Watch [4], As a consequence of these changes, a large number of characters, including Marge Green (Pat Coombs), Julie Cooper (Louise Plowright), Trevor Short (Phil McDermott) and Paul Priestly (Mark Thrippleton), were axed in early 1990 as the new production machine cleared way for a new direction and new characters. The brothers reconcile after Phil apologises to Grant for the situation he put them in, and Grant forgives Phil for his actions. 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 . [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). Easter Monday was March 31st in 1997. [7] Viewers were angered by scenes that they felt portrayed Irish as resentful towards English, drunk, dirty, poor and rude one scene showed a drunk man pouring beer over Pauline Fowler (later revealed to be her brother-in-law), and then demanding payment for the drink. Grant tells Phil he immediately needs the money that he lent him. 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. Maggie fears for her safety, so she sends her to London to live with Pauline. Aperu: Romances are rocky in Albert Square: Lisa makes a final decision about her career and Sam is worried about her one-night stand. "[24], On 18 January 2016, it was announced that Kemp had agreed to reprise his role for a few episodes. Just after Christmas 1998, Tiffany discovers that Grant has had an affair with her mother Louise Raymond (Carol Harrison), and plans to flee to Spain with Courtney. An example of this was that he was one of the few people who offered support to Mark Fowler when he was isolated by the rest of Albert Square (led ironically by Grant's mother, Peggy), because of his HIV illness. [11] Comic Brendan O'Carroll said, "Whoever wrote the script has obviously never been to Ireland. Alternatively, fans can also catch up via the UKTV Play website - where you can stream episodes that have been recently shown. 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. Browse more videos. 27:31. Writers The first two episodes drew respective audiences of 13.15 million (52.9%) and 12.8 million (55.2%) in the overnight ratings alone, consolidating to 13.34 and 13.21 million viewers, respectively. ? The EastEnders production team haven't got a clue about modern Irish society; they are living in the Dark Ages. Patrick comments, "you don't break the commandments, not in Sean's house". [5] He became restless easily and actively sought the thrill of danger in order to regain excitement in his life, which led to his participation in numerous crimes, fights and affairs. After quitting his job at the newly reopened Scarlet nightclub, currently owed by Jake following Johnny's imprisonment, Grant leaves the country again with Courtney for a new life in Portugal. Throughout the course of his 1990s duration, Grant established himself as one of the show's most prominent characters. [29], The character of Grant Mitchell has been hailed as "one of the most iconic and popular in the history of soap". Shortly after, his estranged Brazilian wife, Carla (Christianne Oliveira), shows up in Walford. He does not return to Walford for six years, although he remains in contact with his mother and brother. [8][9] The Irish Embassy in London said, "[EastEnders] has caused a great deal of upset and annoyance in the country [Ireland] and with Irish people in Britain." Big changes were implemented both off-screen and on-screen. Michael Rose, played by Russell Floyd, first appears in Walford as a Market Inspector in 1996. (and Sue), All this Sarah nonsense was boring at the time and even more so now, Who was the guy who Bianca cheated on Ricky with again? Sharon decides to go to the police and finds Grant outside the police station as a result of being drunk and disorderly. Michelle has a volatile relationship with Grant but, following Sharon's exit, falls pregnant following a one-night stand with him and then flees to the US without telling Grant that he is to be a father. Classic EastEnders episode discussion: 2002. [18], On 24 March 1999, it was reported that Kemp had decided to leave EastEnders after almost ten years of playing Grant. Grant had returned to civilian life in London having been a paratrooper in the Army, which included serving in the Falklands War at the age of 19. He refuses to let the Fowlers stay at his hotel initially, as he has booked their rooms under the name "Towler". 17th April - Ricky Butcher and Bianca Jackson get married. BBC. Grant learns of Carla's scam; unbeknownst to Carla he chases Ray away and leads Carla to believe he has fallen for her lies. It was worse coming straight from Ireland. Laura and Nita . 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