Legendary actors join EastEnders cast as George's adoptive parents - but they're hiding a secret
ok.co.ukTwo legendary actors are set to join the cast of EastEnders over the festive period as George Knight is unexpectedly reunited with his adoptive parents, Gloria and Eddie Knight.
Gloria will be played by Elizabeth Counsell, and Eddie will be portrayed by Christopher Fairbank.The duo head to Walford to try and rebuild their relationship with George, who they haven’t seen for over a decade, but it soon becomes clear they have a secret.
Eighty one year old Elizabeth is best known for her role in the BBC television series Brush Strokes, but she has also appeared in a number of shows, including Call the Midwife, Doctors and The Split.
As for Christopher, 70, he has had a huge career across film and television, and most recently, he appeared in the 2023 Disney film The Little Mermaid.
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