[10].mw-parser-output .templatequote{overflow:hidden;margin:1em 0;padding:0 40px}.mw-parser-output .templatequote .templatequotecite{line-height:1.5em;text-align:left;padding-left:1.6em;margin-top:0}. The couple announced Joyner's pregnancy in July and later revealed she had fallen pregnant after undergoing in-vitro fertilisation. [25] Joyner filmed her final scenes on 15 May 2013,[26] and Tanya departed the serial on 28 June. The 54-year-old has appeared on the show. Tiffany discovers that Sonia is lying and attempts to leave, but Sonia stops her from leaving causing Tiffany to slap her. Rainie Branning / . [3], "I have to say actually, I do prefer playing a sort of tarty, nasty bitch, because quite frankly it's more fun. Hollyoaks star reveals big decision in Ste plot, Sat 21 Sep: Rash's career comes under threat, Sat 07 Sep: Archie deals with an acid attack case, DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. She and her actor husband, Neil Madden, had been trying to conceive for four years before trying the fertility treatment. The 35-year-old has cervical cancer that has spread to the glands in her pelvis. Afterward, Naomi faded into the background and Sonia ended up back with Martin, seeming to forget entirely about the same-sex attractions she once had [] It was a sad but not unexpected ending to a rare chance for the BBC to acknowledge lesbian sexuality in its programming and for viewers to witness a positive lesbian relationship that didn't ruin anybody's life [] Sonia or Naomi [] had the potential to develop a loving depiction of lesbian sexuality but were failed by the show's writers and, arguably, the BBC's institutionalized homophobia".[24]. Bath In an interview with Digital Spy, Joyner admitted that she prefers playing a "feisty" character and would like to explore that side of Tanya. [39], "EXCLUSIVE: NO ANGEL JO OFF TO ALBERT SQ", "Producer's Perspective 2009: Diederick Santer", "First Pic: Jo Joyner returns to 'EastEnders', "Walford's Jo Joyner reveals burial script shock", "Jo Joyner set for EastEnders return - Inside Media Track", "EastEnders: Tanya Branning returns in shock twist", "EastEnders star was "nervous" about surprise Christmas Day return", "Digital Spy Soap Awards 2008: Jo Joyner", "2012 All About Soap Awards full nominations list", "All About Soap Awards 2012: Full winners list", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tanya_Branning&oldid=1132636964, This page was last edited on 9 January 2023, at 20:38. Lauren soon returns to Albert Square, but Tanya and Oscar remain in Exeter. [8] On 6 May 2010, Joyner filmed a single episode that was broadcast on 23 June,[9] and she made her full-time return on 27 September 2010. Tanya arrives in Albert Square after her husband Max Branning's (Jake Wood) car breaks down, not realising in fact Max is visiting his family. After Lauren gave birth to Louie Beale (Oscar Winehouse) back in 2015, they both left for New Zealand. Joyner and her. . Martin gets unwittingly involved with a stalker, Sarah Cairns (Alison Pargeter), who tries to ruin his marriage. Margaret dies and Martin takes custody of Rebecca and Pauline tries to stop Sonia having any contact with Rebecca. Max confirms this so Tanya ejects Max from the house saying their relationship is over for good, and she celebrates the break-up. Tanya's storylines have included opening her own salon, giving birth to her third child, discovering that her husband Max Branning (Jake Wood) had an affair with Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) before divorcing and then burying him alive with the help from her new partner Sean Slater (Robert Kazinsky), marrying Greg Jessop (Stefan Booth), starting an affair with Max on her wedding day to Greg, dealing with her eldest daughter, Lauren Branning's (Madeline Duggan/Jacqueline Jossa) alcoholism, battling cervical cancer, discovering that Max has a secret wife, Kirsty Branning (Kierston Wareing) on their second wedding day, witnessing her daughters Lauren and Abi Branning (Lorna Fitzgerald) fall from the roof of The Queen Victoria public house and subsequently dealing with Abi's death, which leads to her mental breakdown. Actress Tanya Cross said Abi's kidnapping is a 'kick in the stomach for Rainie' Credit: BBC "She has a huge battle on her hands to get her back. When the affair is revealed on Christmas Day on a video recording recorded by Tanya and Max's daughter, Lauren Branning (Madeline Duggan/Jacqueline Jossa), Tanya asks for a divorce and starts a relationship with Stacey's brother Sean Slater (Robert Kazinsky). A devastated Sonia rejects Rocky although she does form a warm relationship with Rockys partner Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth). She has some serious thinking to do about her future now. It will be a slow decline. EEAAO star gives tearful speech after historic win, The best Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom deals. Unbeknown to Tanya, Max had started an affair with Stacey Slater who was Max's son's wife. Max returns to Walford with his brother Derek Branning (Jamie Foreman). In early reports of the character's arrival, her name was spelt Tania. [9], Various members of the family began to appear sporadically from November 1993 onwards, but in episodes that aired early in 1994, the Jacksons moved from Walford Towers, a block of flats, to the soap's focal setting of Albert Square. Greg later buys the beauty salon from Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons) and later pushes Tanya to have another baby though Tanya is against the idea. According to Cassidy, this was on the behest of Storyliner and future Executive Producer of EastEnders, John Yorke. EastEnders: Ricky Champ stars as Stuart Highway in January, Ricky plays Stuart Highway on BBC soap EastEnders, EastEnders star Max Bowden's pregnant ex 'heartbroken' amid rumours of him dating co-star, Inside Joe Swash's boozy Ibiza stag do as Stacey Solomon admits she's 'lost' without him. Max was the love of her life, but his affair with Stacey destroyed their marriage, and nearly destroyed her. Tanya then decides to stop her therapy, but does not tell Lauren about this. She also reluctantly allows her childhood friend Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooksj to live with her in Dots house for a few months and supports her when Janine falls pregnant. Eventually, when she does come back, her skin and eyes are yellow and she collapses in pain. Ian vows to take Cindy to court for custody of their children. [17], Jo Joyner said that she will make sure that the storyline will be "honest and true to life" as possible. The couple's fans flocked to congratulate the proud parents on their new arrival, who joins the family of three. The mum-of-two shared the happy news on Instagram announcing the tot had arrived ahead of schedule. She tells Kirsty to sign divorce papers, but Kirsty refuses. However, while working together late one night at The Queen Victoria public house, Cindy and Simon have sex and Cindy becomes pregnant. He added that she was "really hungry to learn, to understand what the impact was, and she felt a responsibility to get this right"[18] Joyner stated that she "feels grateful" to be in a cervical cancer storyline. After giving birth to the little tot on Dot's sofa, Sonia named her daughter Chloe though she was adopted after Sonia thought she was too young to be a parent. While there, Tanya's daughters Abi. [10] She was spotted doing improvisations at the Anna Scher Theatre School by Tony McHale and EastEnders' Casting Advisor Jane Deitch. Lauren continues to drink but Tanya refuses to believe she is addicted until she keeps Lauren in the house and she reveals that she has been sipping vodka from a water bottle. "[12] In February 2011, it was announced that filming had started on location for Greg and Tanya's wedding in April 2011. [17] Viewers will see how Tanya, a mother of three, will use her inner determination to deal with what will be one of the toughest challenges of her life. PETER Andre's wife Emily treated fans to some rare snaps of her children as they enjoyed a luxury holiday in Dubai. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. [4] Cassidy took maternity leave in 2016 and Sonia left on 20 September 2016 for her dream job in Kettering. Cindy was introduced in 1988 in a minor role as a love-interest for Simon Wicks (Nick Berry). [16] She added that Walford is a miserable place which is part of the fun. Carol has the BRCA gene and Sonia finds out she has inherited it. Martin is frantic, but days later Sonia returns and she is arrested on a murder charge; however, that same night Dot uncovers the identity of Pauline's real murderer Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks), who had argued with Pauline on Christmas Day and struck her over the head, causing her death. The Stacey Slater star, 34, is reuniting with Jake Wood and Adam Woodyatt, as well as joining . ", In a July 2008 interview with the Sunday People, Joyner revealed that she was disappointed that Tanya's wild child past had not been explored more in the aftermath of her character burying Max alive, saying "I didn't think Tanya would be as mumsy at first. She has commented, "Cindy arrived for 11 episodes, working on a hat stall and as a tease for Wicksy, but evolved into a much juicier character. Tanya's doctor, Yusef Khan (Ace Bhatti), later confronts Tanya and asks why she has stopped her treatment. Tanya goes to collect Abi and confronts Max over his recent behaviour and is disgusted that Max and Stacey have resumed their affair. Time to make a u-turn."[23]. Please refresh the page and try again. [22], Referencing Sonia's foray into lesbianism in 2005, TV critic Grace Dent branded the character "the worst lesbian ever", adding, "The only lesbians with less lesbian tendencies than you are the women on the front cover of the Horny Triple-X Lesbian Specials which they keep at eye level by the sweets in my corner shop. Bianca notices Sonia has continuously avoided talking about Martin and Rebecca. Fearing imprisonment, Sonia abducts Rebecca and goes on the run. Former No Angels actress Joyner joined the cast of EastEnders in 2006 after the long-suffering wife of cheating Max Branning (Jake Wood). Ricky suggests getting Bianca out of the country but Sonia tells him she that Bianca has decided to give herself up. She confronts Max, who says he was involved in criminal dealings causing someone to get hurt. Milly, 23, looked absolutely gorgeous as she posed in front of a mirror in a . And we are obsessed," followed by four blue hearts. Derek in response taunts Tanya about what he and Max did in Manchester. Sonia gives up her baby Sonia decided to put baby Chloe up for adoption. Instead, Margaret's reaction was surprisingly representative of the public response to their relationship. In January 2014, Carol informs Sonia, who is having marital problems with Martin again, about her breast cancer diagnosis. Max finds Tanya in the hospital's chapel, who is angry with Max that Abi has to die because of him, and agrees to stay away. She rejects a phone call from Martin and gets very drunk. Sonia Fowler (also Jackson)[1] is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Natalie Cassidy. Team; Services. Sonia goes into labour At 15, Sonia unexpectedly gave birth to Martin's baby, assisted by the Slater family! Max insists he thought they were divorced (Derek had lied to him) and Tanya and Max continue their relationship, but when Tanya finds Kirsty's keys in Max's pocket (given to Lauren by Kirsty), Tanya assumes Kirsty and Max are still involved. Healthy mother-of-two, 32, collapsed and died from brain bleed while she led fitness bounce class. She marches back around to The Vic and is surprised when Phil tells her that he was behind it all. Recent episodes saw Max giving a bedside vigil while Abi gave birth to a baby girl, with viewers questioning the scenes. [10] Sonia departed on screen in February 2007, along with her former husband Martin, as his actor, James Alexandrou, also left the serial. There's no way she wants to give Abi up in any . He shares the tot with Rainie, played by Tanya Franks, who he chose to dump un heartbreaking scenes telling her it was better for the baby. Tanya after much pressure from Max gave birth to Oscar. After discovering this, she breaks up with Max, but he decides to tell the truth to his fianc, Vanessa Gold (Ze Lucker) who reveals all to Greg. That's why we're not secretive about it.'. Later, Tanya agrees to allow Cora to move back in, after she has been thrown out by Dot Branning (June Brown). The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. By Daily Mail Reporter Updated: 18:17 GMT, 15 January 2010. Martin believes he can repair his marriage, but Tina and Sonia share a kiss, which Martin sees. The adorable red-head will no doubt be delighted with her new baby brother. Pauline eventually finds out and tells Martin that she is dying from a brain tumour to stop him moving in with Sonia. Ian's private investigator, Ros Thorne (Clare Grogan) tracks Cindy to Italy in 1997. During her childhood, she becomes close friends with Clare 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. EastEnders actress Jo Joyner is celebrating after giving birth to twins. Rainie Cross, who is played by actress Tanya Franks in the BBC . I've just been so lucky. In the show, Tanya is mother to daughters Abi and Lauren and son Oscar. . ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cindy_Beale&oldid=1131284790, This page was last edited on 3 January 2023, at 12:30. "[9], Early on in the character's narrative, Sonia was given a trumpet to play, which she did badly, infuriating her family and neighbours. Jack had come to. After Ricky and Bianca's wedding, Sonia decides she must make a fresh start with Martin and leaves again. In emotional scenes, she agrees to allow Stu and Rainie to have the baby. Billy's in a situation as he hands over 50 to Peggy from the market whip-round. They remarry and spend time touring the USA before settling in Manchester. Tanya goes to the hospital where she tells her doctor that Sahid Nagar, Bhubaneswar, 754206 Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. Though Carol and Alan were not initially married in the serial, and though Alan was only the biological father of Billie, the whole family took on Alan's surname. iPhone users claim Apple is trying to TRICK them into Health ministers knew there was no evidence to justify making kids abide by rule of 6 - but No10 'didn't Britain's first child Covid death, 13, may have been contributed to by doctors as senior medic admits Rishi Sunak is urgently reviewing his private exchanges with Matt Hancock after bombshell leak of ex-Health Sunak bustled like a wide-eyed labrador, his tail waggier than a windscreen wiper in a downpour: HENRY 'Drinks cold in fridge at DH!' She lies and schemes to ensure that she gets what she wants. "[17] Ellen Lang of Macmillan Cancer Support said that cervical cancer is diagnosed in thousands of women every year in the UK, so EastEnders is congratulated for tackling this difficult subject that affects many people. But it doesn't mean Sonia won't be back". Billy continually apologises but she tells him that all she wants is honesty presents are immaterial. Sonia often acts as the voice of reason to Janine during this time, encouraging her to be honest with her partner Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) rather than reverting to her usual scheming ways. Sonia becomes depressed and begins to neglect her work and drink alcohol, until Gus helps her straighten her life out. Cora is shocked when Ava says her name, and is angry at Tanya, disowning her. The characters would reunite with Bianca who returned in 2008. Sonia and Martin and their daughter Rebecca leave Walford as a united family for the United States. VIDEO: Catch up with the latest EastEnders action. Tanya accompanies them to the hospital, where Lauren undergoes surgery whilst Abi has a CT scan. Three's A Crowd Pregnant Tanya's taken to hospital by Stacey, unaware she's bonding. Their departing storyline was the culmination of the death of Pauline Fowler, following actress Wendy Richard's high-profile resignation from the serial in 2006. [36], The character has been pivotal in the transformation of EastEnders. Max then reconciles with Tanya and they become a couple again. When Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) goes missing, Tanya helps to bring him back to Walford, which makes her decide she wants Rainie at her wedding, but Cora lies to her that Rainie does not want to attend, when in fact Rainie does not want to see Cora. [17] EastEnders has worked closely with experts in the field to ensure that the issue is accurately portrayed. She's seen it first hand and therefore has a deep-seated fear of it. Tanya Cross (also Branning and Jessop) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera, EastEnders, played by Jo Joyner. This vitriolic response to Sonia and Naomi's relationship could have been a pivotal moment had the program's producers used the opportunity to prove either the quality of their relationship or to reinforce Sonia's parenting abilities. 1994 was a "historic" year for EastEnders, as in April, a third weekly episode was introduced. When she was young she was a lot like Stacey Slater. After Bianca hands herself in, Sonia leaves again. Eastenders-Tanya gives birth 79,493 views Jan 18, 2008 41 Dislike Share Save xxAmberxx2375 651 subscribers Tanya has the baby Archive Fowler 2.5K views 9 months ago Johnny Depp on His Unusual. She learns that she has been given the all-clear from cancer but is worried that it might return. Martin sends Rebecca, who now wants to be called Bex, to live with Sonia so she can spend more time with her mother. By What's on TV published 28 November 07 (opens in new tab) Ronnie feels torn between her family and Jack. That hasn't really come out yet but she definitely has it in her. When Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) makes light of the pandemic, Sonia snaps at him and visits family aboard in early 2021. Before Abi's funeral, Tanya's friends talk about her being unable to attend the funeral as she has had a nervous breakdown. [8], Cassidy was 10 years old when she joined the soap as Sonia. Bernie is relieved when mum Karen (Lorraine Stanley) arrives, and soon enough, she gives birth to a baby boy. [1] Writer Colin Brake has suggested that Cindy was "the most important character for the future" to be introduced in 1988, despite her low-key entrance. Bernadette Taylor 379 episodes, 2017 . Pauline also interferes and visits Rebecca with Martin. Phil says he considers Jamie to be one of his own children and tells Sonia to go upstairs to sober up. When Ronnie goes to see Jack, she's puzzled as to why he's packing his bags. Emily Andre shared a rare picture of her two kids. Despite the serious nature of the scenes fans. As Tanya starts to throw her mother and sister out, Lauren reveals that Tanya has cancer and confronts her about stopping her therapy. EastEnders is reportedly set to lose a character who packs her bags and drives away from Walford in a taxi on this week's episodes. Jo, who was last on the show in February 2018, said she. Rainie, as viewers know, has been on edge as of late, as Stuart has refused to receive medical treatment following his breast cancer diagnosis. Before leaving, Tanya admits that she was thinking of rebuilding her relationship with Max, but Jane assures her that that would have been one of the biggest mistakes of her life. [6] She departed on 8 January and returned on 16 April. Abi refuses to leave so Tanya leaves Walford with Lauren and Oscar in a taxi, after telling a heartbroken Max she will always love him. Tanya returns to Walford with her new fianc Greg Jessop (Stefan Booth). The only thing . 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. He lies to her that he loved Carol but Sonia is unwilling to build bridges due to Terrys treatment of Carol when they were together- however, Sonia does warm to him until she finds out the truth. 'We're quite young and there was still a chance we could conceive, so we decided to give it three tries and if it didn't work out, we'd reassess and look into adoption. "[12] More recently, in 2009, press reports suggested that the actress was keen to reprise the role. Margaret decides to make the Fowlers' Rebecca's legal guardians but does not include Sonia when she finds out about her lesbian fling. Joyner and her husband Neil Madden's new additions come after the couple spent years struggling to conceive. With Bernie imminently due to give birth, Rainie pleaded with her husband to attend his appointment at the hospital, and he finally did so, but ultimately received bad news, discovering the cancer has grown. When Stacey defends Max, Tanya tells Stacey that Jane has told her that he killed Steven and tried to kill Jane. 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. Actress Milly Zero has stunned her adoring followers with her recent full-mirror glam snap. The recovering drug addict - who is played by actress Tanya. It's a miracle really. Couple find note in chimney that reveals their 290,000 house was 100 times cheaper 50 years ago. . "[5], On 21 March 2008, Joyner revealed a script in which Tanya would bury Max alive. FORMER EastEnders actor Jake Wood reunited his with co-stars Lacey Turner, Heather Peace and Tanya Franks today in honour of soap legend Dame Barbara Windsor. New dad Stuart has been battling with postnatal depression ever since baby Roland was born earlier this year. Ricky and Bianca deal with the results of Tiffanys paternity test. [28] Tanya appears in the episode broadcast on 18 and 19 February. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Not knowing she is pregnant, Sonia goes into labour and gives birth to Martin's daughter. Although Sonia wants Bex to move in with them, Bex chooses to stay with Martin and Stacey. Last appearance: 19th February 2015. He thinks I carry it all more than I think I do. Sonia has been featured in storylines including affairs, feuds, bereavements, family problems, teenage pregnancy and a cancer scare. I just got on with school and all that". As Phil sees Sonia in bed, Shirley Carter (Linda Henry) walks in and slaps Phil across the face. The couple are overjoyed when Tanya gives birth to a baby boy. Sonia helps him, nursing him through his injuries and they decide to marry but their happiness is short-lived as Martin accidentally hits Jamie with his vehicle. [16], On 26 June 2011, it was announced by EastEnders that Tanya will feature in a cervical cancer storyline. Cindy soon follows Ian back to Walford with her new boyfriend, Nick Holland (Dominic Taylor). [3] During the affair storyline between Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) and Tanya's husband Max (Jake Wood), Joyner did not read any parts of the EastEnders scripts other than her own, as she felt her acting was improved by not knowing what Max did behind Tanya's back, and because she felt that she could better justify to herself why Tanya would not suspect Max of cheating if she in reality did not know what he was getting up to. 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'. Elsewhere, her mother Tanya Branning (Jo Joyner), who first made her debut in 2006, made her . (491 episodes, 1991-2023) . "[3] A source told entertainment website Digital Spy: "Everything's being kept hush-hush about the Jacksons' return at the moment, but there are certainly a load of questions to be answered. However, later in 1998 the producers asked Cassidy to return to the serial full-time, which she said she was "thrilled" about. Tanya initially accepts Max's comfort but then pushes him away. . "I did always say to Diederick [Santer] when this happened that as far as I was concerned, the only way she can kill Max is when she finds out on Christmas Eve in a blind fit of rage that's the only time when she could be a murderer. EastEnders fans are begging soap producers to let Whitney Dean "be happy for once", following heartbreaking news about her and Zack Hudson's baby.. Zack and Whitney recently learnt that their unborn baby had Edwards Syndrome, with the couple making the difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy after doctors advised that their child would die before or shortly after birth. Great video, photos and competitions brought to. She later inherits the majority of Dots estate, including her house, much to her disbelief and Dottys anger, which results in Dotty departing the square on bad terms with Sonia. [23] Joyner confirmed this herself, saying that the break would last six months, similar to other actors who took breaks in 2012, such as June Brown (Dot Branning) and Charlie Brooks (Janine Butcher). She can't come over so gives Max advice over the phone. On her 36th birthday, Sonia meets Tom "Rocky" Cotton (Brian Conley) who is masquerading as her father, Terry but is actually working in cahoots with Dotty Cotton (Milly Zero) to con Sonia who is in control of Dotty inheritance since Sonia has power of attorney. After realising Cindy is guilty, Nick leaves her without any money for a lawyer. Executive Producer Lorraine Newman stated that whilst Tanya will be missed, her exit will bring a new era to the Branning family but refused to say how Tanya will leave the show. She is forced to give him a false alibi when police question him about stolen vehicles and convinces him to tell the truth. People are very protective of the soap and if you are rubbish you can't get away from it. She is an actress, known for Ali G Indahouse (2002), EastEnders (1985) and Xenoblade Chronicles (2010). However, at the time it was unconfirmed whether they would actually marry, meaning that the couple's future would hang in the balance until the time of broadcast. If youve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing [email protected] wed love to hear from you. Marriage to barrow boy Pete Beale followed several years after this in 1968, when Kathy was still very young. [21] Additionally, in 2004, Cassidy was awarded "best dramatic performance by a young actor or actress" for the role. Sonia and Robbie, who has also returned, move in with Dot to help care for her. Sonia's niece Tiffany Butcher (Maisie Smith) is involved in a drug ring and Sonia discovers this when Bernadette Taylor (Clair Norris) informs her. Cassidy confirmed the baby is due in "summer" 2016. Double delight: EastEnders star Jo Joyner and her husband Neil Madden, pictured in October, are parents to twins. When Martin and Charlie "Tubbs" Savage (Tayla Kovacevic-Ebong) knock down George Watson (Jack Bennett), Sonia visits George in hospital to question him about the hit-and-run. She returned full-time on 27 June 2017. Custody is given to Cindy's sister, Gina Williams (Nicola Cowper). When Derek discovers that Tanya scared his daughter Alice Branning (Jasmyn Banks) away, he threatens to kill Tanya if she does it again. Tanya is sentenced. "[4] Also, having worked quietly and successfully in the industry for eight years, Joyner was unsure if she would be comfortable with the level of fame being on EastEnders would bring her. She suggests leaving Ian for Simon but he refuses, not wanting to be tied down or upset his family so Cindy marries Ian, letting him think he is the baby's father, giving birth to Steven in December 1989. She captioned the collection of meds: "Tell me you've just had a C-section without telling me you've just had a C-section.". This was later changed on the official BBC website. [9], In 1997, the actress who played Sonia's mother Carol decided to quit EastEnders. When Lauren returns for Dot's funeral in December 2022, she reveals that Tanya has been caring for Cora after she injured her hip, and is upset to miss her funeral. This culminates in Sarah holding Sonia and Martin hostage and stabbing Martin, until Sonia knocks her unconscious. Phil's relieved, especially because the stakes were so high. The actor first announced his wife was expecting again with an ultrasound pic, bunch of blooms and a wooden sign reading: "Baby Champ. 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