BabyChloe(later renamed Rebecca) is subsequently given up for adoption, despite protests from Martin's motherPauline Fowler(Wendy Richard). After Tina drunkenly humiliates Sonia at an awards ceremony and Sonia rejects her, Tina has sex with Sophie Dodd (Poppy Rush) and regrets it, but before she can tell Sonia, Sonia reveals she has found a lump in her breast. When the pair are alone in Bex's room, she stops him from going further than kissing, so he calls her frigid. EastEnders spoilers follow. Is Sonia related to Dot Cotton? On Christmas Day 2006, Pauline dies just before emigrating to America. Several months later, followingMadison Drake(Seraphina Beh),Alexandra D'Costa(Sydney Craven) and her former friendLouise Mitchell(Tilly Keeper) continuously bullying Bex, Sonia returns after Bex phones her in tears. I just got on with school and all that". In June 2020, Sonia decides she wants to get in touch with her birth father, Terry Cant. Bex is delighted when she learns Stacey and Martin are having a baby. Sonia and her family move toAlbert Square. In the storyline, Pauline dies in suspicious circumstances and Sonia is blamed for killing her, although Sonia is eventually vindicated when Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks) admits to manslaughter. Bianca invites Sonia to her wedding to Ricky and Sonia attends alone. [24], "Sonia Jackson" redirects here. Bex tries to warn Louise that they cannot be trusted but Louise accuses her of being jealous because she has no friends of her own. Martin moves in with Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), while Sonia and Tina embark on a full relationship. Bex receives her GCSE results and is disappointed that she gained a D in music, so Sonia contacts Gethin about Bex's result and Gethin agrees to tutor Bex. Sonia has sex withMartin Fowler(James Alexandrou) but starts datingJamie Mitchell(Jack Ryder). One of his killers ,Simon Atmore, has been released from prison after a sentencing appeal, leaving Ben devastated. Natalie Cassidy When Preston returns from Manchester, he and Bex become a couple. EastEnders' Sonia hints mum Carol and daughter Bex are returning to Walford, Sonia made a remark about introducing her dad to Bex and Carol, Carol Branning has not been seen on the Square since 2015, Sonia's daughter Bex Fowler is currently in India, EastEnders spoilers tease a deadly showdown is on the cards for Ben Mitchell. Speaking at the time, Cassidy commented: "After seven years being out of the show, apart from the odd episode, I am extremely excited and honoured to be making a full-time return. Boss Jon Sen told The Sun Online:"We wanted to take Bex on a journey which accurately reflected the crises facing many young people today many of whom, like Bex, struggle under the mounting pressures placed on teenagers today. Bex finds out from Louise and Shakil that people are talking about her relationship and about her and Shakil not having sex. Appalled, Martin refuses Sonia access to Rebecca. Bex and Gethin kiss and after Bex's attempts to pursue him and he eventually confesses to Sonia. ", Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! However, she writes her mother a letter and successfully persuades her that she's doing the right thing. Bex tells Linzi's mother, Thelma Bragg about the relationship, and points out Jay to her when she demands to know who has been having sex with Linzi. Martin is called into school and is informed about Shakil's explicit photo. In 2005, Neil and Sue are killed in a car crash and Rebecca moves in with Sue's mother, Margaret Wilson. Sonia reads about the crash in the newspaper and she and Martin, who are now married, are concerned for their daughter and decide to track her down to make sure she is well. Shakil hears the bullying through headphones and exposes it through the soundboard. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. [9] Other storylines included a period where Sonia was bullied by her friend Clare Bates (Gemma Bissix) after she fell in with the wrong crowd at school. However, Bex ignored her, instead making a strained speech in front of her friends and family. Introduced by EastEnders fans are predicting a steamy revenge love triangle for Ravi Gulati as he sets his sights on Denise Fox and her daughter, Chelsea.. She misunderstands him and gets into his bed, naked. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Louise is taken to hospital with paralysis and Sharon tells Louise about Bex finding her. Caroline "Carol" Branning was born in the East End of London to Jim and Reenie Branning on 3rd October 1962. At Dot Branning's wake, Sonia is sitting on the stairs with Reiss Colwell and grabs his hand and takes him upstairs. Stepfather Sonia Fowler is left heartbroken when she discovers her daughter's suicide note. Sonia discovers that she has been missing school to practice her guitar for music school with Charlie Cotton. I don't think it particularly mattered that none of us Jackson kids looked like each other because all our characters had different dads! This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Bex attempts to make Gethin jealous by flirting with Shakil and Gethin asks her to stop her behaviour and he later kisses Sonia, watched by Bex. Carol has the BRCA gene and Sonia finds out she has inherited it. When Bex takes anoverdose, Sonia finds her and is dismayed when she realises it was a suicide attempt. Stacey and Whitney Carter stick up for Bex, ordering Preston to leave. 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(Picture: BBC) It's been 17 years since Jack Ryder broke hearts when he stopped playing Jamie Mitchell in EastEnders after a four year stint on the BBC soap. NOTE: Please do not add content from the BBC iPlayer's early episodes until it has been aired on television, as it is intrusive to our readers who may not have seen the episode on iPlayer. It follows heartbreaking scenes on Thursday night as Bex, who is played by Jasmine . The soap actor who plays Sonia Fowler in the BBC series shared that her 10-year-old daughter Eliza had made her "the proudest mum . In 2002, Sonia, who is now suffering from depression over the guilt of abandoning her daughter, tracks her down and kidnaps her. Joey Branning Alice Branning Bradley Branning (deceased) Lauren Branning Abi Branning Oscar Branning Penny Branning Amy Mitchell Ricky Mitchell James Branning This makes Sonia distraught and preoccupied with Rebecca. It is revealed that Sonia is hiding a secret from her time in Kettering meaning she no longer wants to return there. EastEnders star Natalie, who plays soap favourite Sonia Fowler on the BBC show, tends to keep her children away from the spotlight and rarely shares images of her daughters on social media. Lesbian website AfterEllen.com was also critical of the storyline that saw Sonia experimenting with her sexuality and then returning to her heterosexual orientation shortly after. Sonia ends her relationship with Tina as she tries to put her daughter Bex first. Sonia is furious when she learns this and animosity in the Fowlers' home puts a strain on Martin and Sonia's relationship so she spends her time with a colleague, Naomi Julien (Petra Letang); feelings develop and they begin an affair. Margaret decides to make Sonia and Martin Rebecca's legal guardians in case anything happens to her, unaware that Sonia and Martin have separated due to Sonia's lesbian adultery. While trying to find Preston, Michelle crashes a car into the chip shop after taking sleeping pills with alcohol. They lock Tiffany in and finally release her when she agrees to speak up about the drug ring. 37 We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| Bex tells him that she is not ready for sex and she talks about it with Louise, who tells her Shakil will not wait for long. As a result, Sonia is arrested in the middle of her funeral. Martin is heartbroken when his marriage ends and the situation is complicated further by Rebecca, who, on Margaret's request, is spending more time at the Fowlers'. Martin gets very drunk and is seen flirting with Sarah. An upset Bex tells Stacey she has been dumped, who tells Martin and she is left embarrassed when Martin publicly has a go at Shakil. Tiffany discovers that Sonia is lying and attempts to leave, but Sonia stops her from leaving causing Tiffany to slap her. In last night's episode, Terry tried to show off his salesman skills after observing Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) on his stall. An #EastEnders Carol Jackson return needs to happen. However, Shakil apologises to Bex and she forgives him. When she tells Louise that she will admit the truth, Louise confesses that Madison and Alexandra were responsible for sending the photo and she should think about bringing them into it. 1993-2007, 2010-2011, 2014- None of the actors cast as the Jackson family were matched for appearance or screen compatibility. Several weeks have gone by since the . Patsy Palmer, who returned to EastEnders as Sonia's sister Bianca, publicly called for the actress's return: "I would love her to come back. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. She then sets about arranging Dots funeral and shares her memories of Dot with others. In 2000, Sonia discovers that she is pregnant at 15 and gives birth to a daughter Rebecca Fowler (Jasmine Armfield) whom she puts up for adoption. Cassidy is quoted as saying "To be invited back to EastEnders is such an honour and I am very, very excited that Sonia is coming back. Bex and Louise make amends and Bex decides to go the prom with Shakil. Cassidy confirmed the baby is due in "summer" 2016. The following day, Sonia walks in on Dot slapping her granddaughterDotty Cotton(Molly Conlin) across the legs, leading to Dot's arrest, though she is released without charge. Earlier this year, Cassidy gave an insight into her family life as they celebrated Joanie's. Bex left EastEnders just last year after she decided to go travelling, while Carol has not been seen on the square since 2015. Bex shows Louise a prospectus for a college after deciding she needs a fresh start but decides to stay at her school's 6th form to study A-Levels. Pauline eventually finds out and tells Martin that she is dying from a brain tumour to stop him moving in with Sonia. Last week, the character attempted to take her own life after months of secretly struggling with events in her life, including her upcoming move to Oxford University. Much to Jay's relief, Lola finally arrives but he's worried when she says that she needs to talk to him. EastEnders viewers fell in love with London comedian Brian Conley as he debuted in the BBC One soap on Tuesday (May 18).. Terry Cant arrived in Walford looking for his long-lost daughter - Sonia Fowler, and she had no idea!. Everyone's so pleased to have them back. Visit our EastEnders page for the latest gossip Sonia is released and decides to leave Walford for Manchester. [9], In April 2006, it was announced that Cassidy would take a break from EastEnders, saying "it's time to try new things. Bex is found locked in the cupboard and she is encouraged to perform following her ordeal. Within moments of stepping into the East End the cockney, who also goes by the name Rocky, dropped hilarious one-liners and was entertaining punters in Ruby's nightclub. Your dads showing Billy how its done, said Billy. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Sonia starts dating Bex's teacherGethin Pryce(Cerith Flinn) but is unaware that Bex is infatuated with him. Rebecca Fowler When the school closes early, Bex, Louise, Shakil and Keegan take a bus home, but the driver suffers a heart attack and drives through the market and into the viaduct. After Bianca hands herself in, Sonia leaves again. Sonia returns to Walford and lets herself into Dot's house, finding Dot on the floor after tripping. Convinced that Shakil is encouraging Keegan, Louise gets Bex's phone and sends Shakil's naked photo to her friends Alexandra D'Costa and Madison Drake and Bex is left distressed when she finds out what Louise did and that the photo has been sent to another person. 25 with her and Bex. She forgives him again and realises that she still has feelings for him. As Phil sees Sonia in bed, Shirley Carter (Linda Henry) walks in and slaps Phil across the face. However Martin still has feelings for Stacey, which upsets Sonia. The following day, Sonia walks in on Dot slapping her granddaughter Dotty Cotton (Molly Conlin) across the legs, leading to Dot's arrest, though she is released without charge. Time to make a u-turn."[23]. During her childhood, she becomes close friends withClare Tyler(Gemma Bissix) and the two are inseparable until Clare falls in with the wrong crowd at school and starts bullying Sonia but they reconcile before Clare leaves in 1998. [8] The Jacksons have been described by EastEnders scriptwriter Colin Brake as a "classic problem family". Fearing imprisonment, Sonia abducts Rebecca and goes on the run. Sonia eventually forgives Martin and as they grow closer, they fall in love and eventually elope. Sonia begins nursing training and she and Martin live with Pauline but struggle to cope with her interference. "[9], Early on in the character's narrative, Sonia was given a trumpet to play, which she did badly, infuriating her family and neighbours. 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