Sonia returned as a permanent character . However, Mel is upset by Lisa's accusation and Phil comforts her, leading to a one-night stand. [8] Phil can be very violent, but unlike Grant, he occasionally showed restraint when dealing with various enemies encountered exacting revenge over time, using mind games or getting others to do his dirty work, amongst other things. Phil's most prominent storylines include his battles with alcoholism and addiction; suffering from cirrhosis of the liver; various criminal dealings; having an affair with Grant's wife Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) a storyline popularly dubbed "Sharongate"; a failed marriage to Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth); a longstanding rivalry with his tormented stepson and Kathy's eldest child, Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt); sparking numerous feuds; relationship problems; seeking to avenge the death of Sharon's adoptive brother and later husband Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) by confronting his gangland killer, Johnny Allen (Billy Murray), in the "Get Johnny Week" storyline; becoming a prime suspect in the murder of his uncle Archie (Larry Lamb) (see "Who Killed Archie? You can also catch up on BBC iPlayer now. Phil prepares for his son Ben's marriage to Callum. Phil then reveals this to be a lie in a mysterious phone call. Later, Phil is knocked unconscious when the exposed gas line explodes during the Walford in Bloom event but he is unharmed. She returned briefly in 2010 along with other members of the Jackson family, and re-appeared in the soap from 8 to 18 February 2010 and again in January 2011. [3] She moves in with him while she is investigated. Wanting Louise's address, he discovers that Peggy is back in London, so visits her. After this, Sharon attempts to poison Ian but cannot go through with it. This is soon discovered by Ronnie and Roxy's mother, Glenda (Glynis Barber). Due to his success on The Bill, Peter Cregeen, the Head of Series at the BBC, poached Ferguson to become executive producer of EastEnders. However, Martin cannot go through with it so he and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) help Keanu fake his death and escape abroad with a new identity. EastEnders cast 2023 The full present regular cast for EastEnders can be found below. Phil and Sharon are meant to go on a date, however, Phil backs out instead heading to The Arches where he later tells Sharon he isn't ready yet. Shortly afterwards, they learn that Peggy's mugging was organised by her enemy and Walford's newly installed crime kingpin: Johnny Allen (Billy Murray). This soon puts a strain on their relationship and by Christmas they have separated, resulting in Sharon returning to the United States. [13] Shot in London's Docklands, the scenes required stunt doubles, divers and crash test dummies and it has been hailed as "one of the soap's most dramatic storylines ever. Within minutes, the pub is ablaze and the roof collapses on Phil. She snatches Lexi from his house. [] What he's really doing is self-harm which is a common response to anger. EastEnders will always be No1 in my heart and I look forward to returning to Albert Square." Phil finally gives up after Sharon colludes with Ritchie to take the family businesses from Phil. It's top secret. In response, she makes a deal with Phil for her daughters' sake and the two later begin an affair. Louise realises Lisa is not taking her medication. Mel, however, realizes it was a mistake and reconciles with Steve Owen (Martin Kemp), making Phil jealous. Jack is arrested but Phil does not press charges after Sharon convinces him for her and Lexi's sake. Aidan blames Mick for taking the money but Phil discovers it was Sharon. If y. Twitter user E asked: "Raymond is 6, why . EastEnders ' Phil Mitchell will infuriate his ex-wife Sharon Watts next week, when he becomes embroiled in her baby drama. Lisa decides that a baby will improve their relationship so stops taking contraceptive pills but Phil wants Lisa to leave him, not get pregnant, so he admits to Lisa that he and Mel slept together. Sharon and Louise ask Phil to give Lisa a chance. In addition, Phil's portrayal of a suffering alcoholic was also seen as realistic and a "typical portrayal of bottled-up masculinity". Phil was originally depicted as the thinker and the more streetwise of the pair, often bailing his more spontaneous brother out of trouble, although later plotlines drove the character down a darker, more destructive route. In the early years of EastEnders, the hospital used by Albert Square was King George VI Hospital. When Ronnie discovers her gun was used after Shirley stole it, Ronnie asks Jay and Ben to dispose of it. His bullying of Ian Beale is often done as a means of deriving pleasure. However, she later changes her mind and asks Marcus to return all Phil's money to his accounts unaware that Phil has seen them. Phil was one of the major characters introduced by executive producer Michael Ferguson, who wanted to bring in some macho male leads. After discovering Aidan has been tormenting Mick and his family, Phil punches Aidan and shows him evidence that he killed Luke which forces Aidan to leave Walford for good. Phil and Kat later buy the launderette and convert the back of it into a taxi rank, as a legacy for both their children. Phil starts dating Stella Crawford (Sophie Thompson), but she mentally and physically abuses Ben forcing him into persuading Phil to propose to her. Blaming himself for Ben's actions, Phil makes the murder look like a burglary, spurns a grieving Shirley, allows his neighbors and family to become murder suspects, and bullies Ian into keeping quiet after Ben confesses to him. Keanu and Sharon maintained the lie that Sharon's baby is in fact Phil's and not Keanu's. Phil's one of the most iconic characters in the EastEnders cast 2022 (Credit: BBC) Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden. Phil and Sharon find Louise's room empty and the doctor reassures them of Lisa and Louise's whereabouts, although they find Louise's belongings gone. When Billy uses his job as Johnny's nightclub to discover CCTV footage of Chrissie confessing Den's murder to her boyfriend Jake Moon (Joel Beckett) and Johnny's henchman from an earlier night, Billy informs Phil who goes to confront Johnny without Grant's consent. He then learns from Ben that Lola has ended their relationship and has begun dating Ian's son Peter Beale (Ben Hardy). [27] Subsequently, Phil becomes addicted to crack cocaine. Dan later seeks revenge on Phil and Steve. [49] His violent tendencies have also been spoofed by the television series 2DTV. [33][34] He has featured in some of the show's most memorable and highly viewed storylines and he is the second longest running male character to appear in the soap, surpassed only by Ian Beale. Lola evades Phil, Billy and Sharon, until eventually they find her. When Phil expresses his wish to adopt Dennis, Sharon tells him the truth about his son. A scene in which Phil beat his godson Jamie was criticised for being too realistic by TV watchdogs. "[8] Ross Kemp got the role of Grant. Despite the fact that Sharon was married to Grant, EastEnders writer Tony Jordan revealed in The Mitchells The Full Story that the love-triangle storyline had been planned since Phil and Grant's introduction, after the writers decided Sharon was perfect for them both. Max returns to Walford and Sharon decides not to tell Phil, but when Max discovers that Phil bribed the foreman in his trial, Max visits Phil in hospital, revealing that he knows the truth. When Peggy learns the extent of Archie's deceit, she ends their marriage by ordering Phil to throw him out of the pub shortly before the family learn that Danielle has died after being fatally struck by a car driven by Frank's daughter Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks). The character made a shocking discovery last week as his ex-wife Honey. [37] Of the Mitchell brothers' highly publicised return in October 2005, a reporter from the Daily Mirror commented "Soapville must confess that we did get goosebumps and feel properly excited when we first saw the Mitchell Brothers back on the SquareAfter all, you associate them with the golden days of Enders". When Grant returns to Walford again, he accuses Phil of killing Peggy and still orders him to return all of the money Phil owes to him. He has played the role of Phil Mitchell since 1990 when he arrived in Walford with brother Grant (Ross Kemp) and mum . Realizing he drove her to it, Phil gradually forgives Lisa and instead decides to frame Dan upon learning that he has been extorting money from his godson Jamie (Jack Ryder) whom Phil had taken under his wing to spare him from being further abused by his legal guardian and uncle, Billy (Perry Fenwick). [38], In August 2010, scenes showing Phil and Rainie taking crack cocaine prompted over 200 complaints from viewers who felt the scenes were inappropriate. After discovering this, Phil helps Ronnie cover up the murder only for Sharon to investigate the pair upon learning of Carl's death. [4], Despite the pair still being fierce enemies, Steve later conspires with Phil to have Dan sent down in order to rid Mel from her tormentor for good, but Dan is ultimately acquitted despite their efforts. [16] However the character finally received his comeuppance in one of EastEnders most highly anticipated storylines, dubbed "Who Shot Phil?". Andy frequently organised fundraising . Days later, he coughs up blood and is taken to hospital. EastEnders spoilers: Phil Mitchell takes drastic action after kidnapping son Raymond. Phil along with Grant was voted as the second most popular King of Soaps in a Channel 4 poll in 2002. Dennis is killed in the boat crash. Picture: BBC In Friday's (September 10) episode, the race was on to find Scarlett. He then drunkenly trashes the Arches before commandeering a digger and demolishes the car lot. And it doesn't suit him". Phil tells Social Services it is his fault for being too relaxed with Lola, but then allows Lola to look after Lexi while he goes out. She wants to return to Walford, but Phil tells her to stay away for Ian and Ben's sakes. The episode in which Phil betrayed his brother with Sharon occurred in September 1992 in one of the soap's notorious three-handers. When Dalton plans to have her killed, sending his bouncer George Peters (Andy Beckwith) to rape and murder Kate in her house, Phil comes to Kate's rescue by knocking out Peters just as he attacks Kate. Phil gains entry to their room and Lisa hits Phil over the head with a phone. This could have been a motive for both Phil and Peggy, along with their family, when Archie is later murdered on Christmas night. [4] Phil undergoes surgery, which stirs remorse in Grant. Phil is angry as the doctor explains how Louise is at a crucial stage in her recovery and the police tell Phil and Sharon what they are doing. [44], In 2016, McFadden was honoured at The British Soap Awards when he was awarded "Outstanding Achievement' for his portrayal of Phil. When Phil refuses to do so, Lisa plans to shoot him again until she backs down. This progressively helps Phil, up to the point where it manages to reveal the basis of his problem the physical abuse he received from his late father, Eric (George Russo)[6] because she was pregnant with their son Phil (Steve McFadden) when he was a boy, and his fear that he may abuse Ben. [4] Phil persuades Lisa to return to him and then makes it clear that it is Louise he and Peggy want, not Lisa. Phil re-evaluates his life following his near-death experience and proposes to Shirley. After blackmailing Billy into telling him that Mel slept with Phil before she married Steve on the night of the shooting, Dan kidnaps Mel and alerts both Phil and Steve about this threatening to kill her unless they pay him 200,000. Sharon grows to accept his theory, but then demands to know if he is hiding anymore secrets from her up to the point when she asks him what could be worse than covering up a murder. He does so, and Sharon punches him and insists she will divorce him. Ben reveals the abuse during the wedding ceremony, and Stella flees to an abandoned warehouse with Phil in pursuit where she kills herself by jumping from the roof. [32], The character of Phil is arguably one of the soap's most popular, particularly with female viewers, making him one of the soap's unlikeliest sex symbols. Ben secretly enacts revenge on Phil for this rejection, terrorising him with letters, implying he has evidence to incriminate Phil for past misdemeanours. Denise's attempts to get Phil imprisoned fail; however, Marsden soon investigates the allegations and Ben tells her that Phil forced Stella to jump from the roof back in 2007. Storylines featuring the Mitchell family dominated the soap opera throughout the 1990s, with Phil serving as one of the show's central characters and protagonist villains since the 1990s. [5] Kathy agrees to marry Phil in 1994, despite discovering that he torched a vehicle in a car lot owned by Frank Butcher (Mike Reid) to secure an insurance scam, accidentally killing a homeless boy trapped inside. Phil is rescued, but Grant isn't found and is presumed dead. [25] The report followed the news that Lucy Benjamin was to return for a single episode, reprising her role as Lisa, the mother of Phil's daughter Louise (Brittany Papple). This makes her dependent on him so he moves on to her best friend, Mel Healy (Tamzin Outhwaite). Together, they buy 10 Turpin Road and convert it into a new bar, which Sharon names "The Albert". This results in a fight on the deck of the boat, in which the captain is knocked out. Lisa stays with Louise at the hospital and Lisa stands up to Phil, telling him she is not going and Phil allows Lisa to visit Louise. Phil and Sharon are told Lisa switched cabs and find Lisa's flat, which is empty. When Jay returns, Sharon allows him back into the Mitchell household, and when Phil is discharged and returns home, he eventually allows Jay to live there. Phil reacts badly when he discovers Ben (now Joshua Pascoe) is gay, and makes it clear that he prefers Billy's foster son, Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick). Both actors worked well together and 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 because of this.[8]. When Phil discovers that Johnny threatened Sharon with Dennis' life, he attempts to intimidate Dennis in attacking Johnny in retribution; Dennis refuses, but relents when Phil tells him that Johnny killed Andy and throttled Sharon. Sharon decides not to tell Phil the truth, but later changes her mind when she learns that Denise is planning to give her son up for adoption. Sonia Fowler (also Jackson) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Natalie Cassidy.Her first appearance was on 2 December 1993 and she departed on 2 February 2007. Lola agrees for Phil to have residence of Lexi and he suggests to Sharon that they pretend to be in a relationship to increase the chances of success, even though she is in a relationship with Jack Branning (Scott Maslen). EastEnders viewers learned Billy Mitchell's real age on the BBC soap, and many were in disbelief over how old he was. EastEnders' Kush Kazemi (played by Davood Ghadami) decided to flee Walford with Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) and his son Arthur Fowler after grassing on Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), Ben . Kathy is incensed, and Grant beats Phil so badly that he has to go to hospital, due to a blood clot on his brain. He was introduced to the soap opera on 20 February 1990 and was followed by his brother Grant ( Ross Kemp ), sister Sam ( Danniella Westbrook / Kim Medcalf) and mother Peggy ( Jo Warne / Barbara Windsor ). Writer Jacquetta May, who once played Rachel Kominski in the show, evaluated the episode in an article about social realism, education and the moral messages within EastEnders storylines, commenting: "The episode blames his destructiveness on the 'male' response to self-hate: violence. Later on, Phil claims to have killed Stella and is taken into custody but is later released without charge. Following Danielle's funeral, Peggy asks Phil to kill Archie so they could get justice for Danielle and Ronnie. [23] In February 2005, it was confirmed that McFadden would return. (Image: BBC ) He obliges and has Archie kidnapped, but lets him go after threatening him to stay away from Walford. Ian, however, is horrified by Ben's behaviour, and tells the police that Ben is lying; however, Ben thinks Shirley's best friend, Heather Trott (Cheryl Fergison), is responsible. Phil finds Louise but she tells him to leave. However, Phil later changes his mind; he realizes that since Sharon is returning the money, it should not matter to him as he still wants to go through with the wedding. Bex gives Phil and Sharon information on a hotel where Lisa and Louise are and compared to Sharon, Phil shows a lack of regard to Lisa's mental health. Phil is stunned when a badly injured Louise is found in the wreckage, and with her pleas he decides to finally give up the booze. "); developing an addiction to crack cocaine that sparks the events of The Queen Vic Fire Week; his ongoing struggle to bond with his children Ben (Max Bowden) and Louise (Tilly Keeper), and discovering that his wife Sharon has had an affair with and later fallen pregnant by his daughter Louise's fianc Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters). Phil meets Aaron, the son of his friend Tony, who was meant to have the liver the Phil received, and gives him money out of guilt for having survived when Tony died, however Aaron's mother, Antoinette, returns it and tells him not to contact them again. After Jamie's funeral, Phil goes to Portugal and returns a month later with Louise. Updated: 15:33, 31 Dec 2021; . [30], The character continues to be featured heavily in high-profile storylines which have included various feuds, police enquiries, armed robbery, kidnapping, numerous affairs and relationship problems and an ongoing plot concentrating on the character's struggles to bond with his children. After Phil confesses that he manipulated Lisa to give him Louise and paid her to leave the square for good, Kate reveals her true identity. Intent on winning him back, Sharon kisses Phil but he ends things there. Later in 2019, Phil is told by Lisa that he is not the father of Sharon's baby. He gets the name of Louise's school before Peggy tells him that her cancer has returned and she is dying. When Phil discovers Glenda is also having an affair with his enemy Ian, he threatens to tell Ian's wife Jane Beale (Laurie Brett), unless he pays him 5,000. [12], Phil's disposition altered during the early 2000s when a darker more menacing side to his personality began to surface. On finding out Keanu is still alive, Phil goes to kill him himself. [42] as well as be nominated at the Inside Soap Awards for 'Best Actor' in 2011. When Phil confronts her about this, she tells Phil that he cannot see Lexi if he objects. [4] Phil begins sleeping rough, gambling, and blaming Kathy for his decline. Sharon and Phil reminisced on the good old days, making Kat become . Phil and Peggy hire a nanny, Joanne Ryan (Tara Lynne O'Neill), without consulting her, telling her that Lisa is mentally unstable. Phil and Grant make peace but things between them are not the same. Grant also makes a brief reappearance, warning Phil to expect a war over money owed to Grant. Among the many issues Phil has been used to cover is alcoholism and the consequences the condition has upon the sufferer's life. Gillian Taylforth as Kathy Beale Letitia Dean as Sharon Watts James Bye as Martin Fowler Steve McFadden as. The fight spills into the cabin and the wheel of the boat is knocked, steering it into a port in the River Thames causing the boat to crash and sink. Distracted, Phil crashes the car, and Dennis is badly injured. However, it is soon revealed that Grant is alive and he escapes to Brazil[4] though not before sending Phil and their mother Peggy (Barbara Windsor) the deeds for his half of The Queen Vic. EastEnders spoilers follow. By Charlotte McIntyre 17:50, Wed, Apr . [26] In the storyline, Phil gains custody of Louise after she is dropped off in Walford by an unseen person, however, Peggy eventually returns Louise to Lisa after Phil punches his mother in the face. Phil and Aidan try to find the money, unaware that Sharon stole it but was forced to return it to its rightful owner, Aidan's former wife, Ciara Maguire (Denise McCormack). Soon afterwards, Phil recoups his alcoholism upon struggling to cope with his turbulent relationships with Stella and Suzy up to the point where he nearly takes his frustrations out of Ben. [7] He starts seeing Lisa Shaw (Lucy Benjamin), but the relationship stalls when Kathy returns briefly in 1999 and sleeps with Grant. Phil begs her to stay, admitting he is dying from cirrhosis. Martin Fowler was born in this hospital and Andy O'Brien worked there. The brothers try to dissuade Peggy from committing suicide but are unaware of pills secretly hidden in her makeup bag. Phil tells Sharon he wants to adopt Dennis. Though she insists on getting the police involved, Kate allows Phil to deal with Dalton on his own. EastEnders actor Steve McFadden has become one of the show's most well-known stars for playing Albert Square resident Phil Mitchell.. [46] Indeed, the character's violent behaviour evoked concern from viewers in October 2002. This was done to assure the chosen actors who would work together had a strong rapport and physical resemblance. At first, Phil is willing to go along with it and goes to confront Dennis at Sharon's nightclub, "Angie's Den", where he holds him at gunpoint. Contents 1 Background 2 Storylines Producers worked closely with drug and alcohol charities, including Addaction and DrugScope. With his marriage in jeopardy, Phil takes Kathy to Paris and admits his affair with Lorna so Kathy throws her wedding ring into the river, saying their marriage was over for good. He takes Phil to a block of run-down flats where Shirley is staying with her sister Tina Carter (Luisa Bradshaw-White). Phil rescues Louise but the car explodes before he can help Steve, who dies in the inferno. Phil is known for being the son of Peggy Mitchell (Barbara Windsor), and the brother of Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) and Sam Mitchell (Danniella Westbrook). Later, while Phil confronts Nick in his house, Ronnie goes into labour and on the way to the hospital, the wedding car crashes. New BBC spoilers confirm that Phil (Steve McFadden) will . [18] The storyline captivated the public's imagination leading to thousands of bets being placed at the bookies across the UK bookmaker William Hill said there was about 50,000 bets on who was responsible. Jay has a visit from his police public protection officer, who says Jay will have to move out as Louise is underage. She agrees but changes her mind and telephones Steve, asking him to return Louise. Keanu escapes after surviving the accident and is last seen leaving his mother Karen and departing the tube station. [22] In July 2004, it was announced that McFadden had delayed his return. storyline captured viewer and media interest and the culprit-reveal episode was watched by 22 million viewers. However, it ends when Sharon's painkiller addiction puts Lexi in danger. They are not being told anyone else's storylines. The 61-year-old soap star has been on the popular programme since joining in 1990. He collapses and is taken to hospital, where they discover he has several broken bones from two days before. [4] Steve is the prime suspect and is arrested, but Phil knowing Steve is innocent confronts the real culprit, Lisa, weeks later after he is discharged from hospital. Ben refuses to have any contact with his family until his release. 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 Watts family.[10]. He then asks Ben for alcohol, revealing he has been drinking during his kidnapping. [11] This particular episode has also been used in a study by the Stirling Media Research Institute, where men were asked questions about the violence contained within a spectrum of broadcast television material. Stephen Patterson Monday 2 Aug 2021 9:25 pm. The soap's. Following the supposed death of Kathy and her husband Gavin Sullivan (Paul Nicholas) earlier on, Ben returns to England and moves in with Ian much to Phil's surprise. At the hospital, Phil demands to see his son, but Sharon gets him and Denise to talk calmly. Among other deeds, Ben sends Denise Fox (Diane Parish) evidence that Phil supplied the cut-and-shut car responsible for her ex-husband, Kevin Wicks' (Phil Daniels), death in 2008. This prompts Phil to confront Ian once more, forcing him to object to the relationship instead. Lisa agrees until some of Phil's relatives, assuming she is the nanny, start talking about how unstable Louise's mother is. A teenage version of Phil, played by Daniel Delaney, appeared in a flashback episode broadcast on 5 September 2022, which focuses on the Mitchell family in the 1970s.[2]. When Phil gets home, he finds that Shirley knows the truth about Heather's death. Phil confronts Sharon, letting her know he knows that her baby isn't his and that Keanu is the real father. On Christmas Day 2016, a matching liver is found and Phil at last has the operation. As Jake flees to alert Chrissie of the situation, Johnny holds Phil and Grant at gunpoint to reclaim the recording but relents in letting them escape when his daughter Ruby Allen (Louisa Lytton) walks in on the incident. Phil then swears to have revenge, planning to kill Keanu and confront Sharon. This results in Ian being attacked by an unknown assailant. Phil hands Max his pillow, insisting that he kills him, but Max shakes his hand and says that he forgives him. 2005 saw the highly anticipated screen return of both of the Mitchell brothers six years since they last appeared together. [38], In addition the character has been praised for being good value, realistic, consistent within his character and convincing. [41] In 2011 McFadden was nominated for 'Best Actor' at the British Soap Awards 2011 for playing Phil. However, it is later revealed that Archie's killer was in fact his rape victim Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner); this was discovered just moments after her husband Bradley Branning (Charlie Clements) fell to his death whilst on the run from the police, which Phil had witnessed in the midst of celebrating Ricky and Bianca's second wedding. Before Kathy returns to South Africa, she asks Phil to go with her but he declines as Grant has planned an armed robbery and Phil refuses to let him do the job alone. Phil is devastated by her death, unable to make a eulogy for her funeral, especially when he reads the loving letter she left him. Because of this, Janine admits the truth. Several women have left him due to this and his inability to put their needs before the needs of his family. He later researches cirrhosis online at home and when he finds out that Dennis is recovering, decides to give up drinking and rushes to the hospital to tell Sharon that he will always stand by her. Sharon does not believe him, but tells him to die quickly. Later on, Phil learns that Dennis has previously been involved in Dalton's criminal organization The Firm. "[8] Steve McFadden, an actor who had worked extensively in television, was cast as Phil. By this stage, Phil's mother Peggy has married Frank. In Tuesday's upcoming episode, the gangster, played by Steve McFadden, will get new . Phil soon falls for Kate Morton (Jill Halfpenny), unaware that she is an undercover police officer investigating Lisa's disappearance. In June 2010, it was reported that Phil would develop an addiction to crack cocaine after his troubled personal life leads to depression. 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