Diane and her friend Mark Fowler (Todd Carty) name the baby Billie and look after her until they find Disa and threaten to give the baby to Social Services unless she returns to Walford with them. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. Disa ran away from home to live rough on the streets of London, turning to prostitution to survive. Cause/Reason Eddie first appeared in Albert Square - the local community of Walford, a fictionalized borough in East London - on 7 July 2004 after being summoned by his crime boss, Andy Hunter. 19901991 Portrayed as an intelligent, independent young woman, Hattie remains in the serial after the departures of many of her screen family, covering issues such as miscarriage and sexual harassment. Eddie is a fictional character and recurring antagonist of the BBC British soap opera EastEnders. Sam sells all of the Mitchell empire, including The Queen Vic pub to Den Watts (Leslie Grantham), and gives Marcus the money. Fiance Joe Wallace | EastEnders Wiki | Fandom He ends up proposing marriage and she accepts. Marcus is summoned once again to assist Phil when he asks him to see if he can get Ricky Butcher (Sid Owen) sectioned in order to stop him marrying his teenage sister, Sam Mitchell (Danniella Westbrook). Jules Tavernier appears in more than 150 episodes over his seven-year tenure.[8]. Disa knows that a life living rough on the streets is no place for a new born baby, so that same day she decides to leave her baby in a cardboard box on the Butcher's doorstep, with the hope that Diane will take her in. Eddie Royle Occupation Police detective (pre-1990) Landlord (1990-1991) Born 1948 Birthplace Ireland Died 10th September 1991 Father John Royle First appearance 3rd July 1990 Last appearance 12th September 1991 19th January 1993 (flashback) Duration 1990 - 1991 Number of appearances 104 Played by Michael Melia Royal caught 31 passes for 497 yards (16.0 avg.) Clyde desperately misses his son, Kofi Tavernier, and . Pub landlord Eddie is a fictional character and recurring antagonist of the BBC British soap opera programme EastEnders; serving as a supporting antagonist throughout 2004-2005. However, she does confide in Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) through the Samaritans. Emma's dealt . He tricks Disa's childminder, Dot Cotton (June Brown), into letting him see the baby by pretending to be Disa's concerned uncle. Eddie Royle Retired copper Eddie Royle took over in 1990 until he 'copped' it the following year. Credits Family is important to him, particularly his relationship with his brother, Phil (Steve McFadden). Karen is a regular singer at The Queen Vic. Sandra refuses to believe her daughter at first. The character was written out of the series the following year and departs in episode 633, first broadcast on 28 February 1991. Disa and her mother, Sandra, visit Ken in prison to confront him. After this, Frank contacts Joan and she visits Walford to assess the situation, calling a truce with Frank; the siblings had not spoken since the funeral of Frank's first wife, June. He is portrayed by Harry Rafferty. Marcus reluctantly agrees to help Sharon and although she later has a change of heart and calls off the con, Marcus is spotted by Phil leaving The Albert. He is introduced in 1990 and remains in the show after the departures of all of his on-screen family. He is horrified and inconsolable, however, when the verdict comes back as not guilty. He has found the death of his son hard to get over and he hopes that seeing justice served to his son's killer will bring closure. Eddie Royal weighed 182 lbs (82 kg) when playing. Disgusted, Sandra informs Ken that she and her children will be testifying to this in court, to ensure that he is locked away for a very long time. Celestine Tavernier, played by Leroy Golding, appears primarily in the serial between 1990 and 1992. Here's what happened to EastEnders actor who played Vic landlord Eddie Royal's 146 receiving yards were the most by any wide receiver in the first week of the 2008 NFL regular season. Eddie Royle is murdered part 1 - EastEnders - BBC EastEnders 338K subscribers Subscribe 68K views 13 years ago Part 1 of 2. Joan tells Pat she has not seen Frank for several years. Eddie Royle is played by Michael Melia from 1990 until 1991. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Grant's rage towards Eddie also resurfaces when he discovers that it was he who had tipped him off to the police about his shady dealings. [12], On November 30, 2008, in a 34-17 Broncos road victory over the New York Jets, Royal set a franchise record for most touchdowns (5) and receiving yards (757) for a rookie in one season after catching five passes for 84 yards and a touchdown. Clyde gets a job working in The Queen Victoria public house. [10] His touchdown catch came with 24 seconds left in the game on a 4th and 4 from San Diego's four-yard-line. Etta also makes a guest appearance in 1994, visiting members of the Tavernier family who remain in the serial. Marcus Christie, played by Stephen Churchett, is a solicitor employed by Phil and Grant Mitchell (Steve McFadden and Ross Kemp), and appears sporadically to represent them both in numerous criminal matters. Diane cannot bring herself to do this however, but takes up nude modelling for an artist instead. He finished the 2013 season with 631 yards and a career-high in touchdowns with eight. Lou died in 1988 but Harry is persuaded to pay her daughter, Pauline (Wendy Richard), a visit to find out about Doris. Bev is originally called Lucy and Cindy names her daughter after her in 1994,[2] however from 1998 the character is renamed to Bev (the same occurs with Cindy's father, who is referred to as "Edwin" in 1989, and "Tom" thereafter). Melia then played Jerry Block in Sky One drama Dream Team from 1998 until 2002. He is portrayed by Richard Vanstone. During this time Kofi is looked after by the rest of the Taverniers until Clyde is cleared of all charges and released three months later. Afterwards, when Joan leaves, Mo begs her not to and hides from Frank when he comes into the room, bursting into tears, believing he will kill her. He is asked to liaise with Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp), who have purchased land that has been used by traders previously. Ken wants Disa back under his control, but Dot, with police assistance, tricks him into meeting her, and leads him straight into the hands of the police. Rod learns that he was once the boyfriend of Lou Beale's (Anna Wing) sister, Doris. When Grant finds out, he beats him up so badly that he is hospitalised and needs brain surgery. Michael most recently played Grandad in the children's sitcom Dani's House between 2010 and 2012 and it would appear he has since retired from acting. [10] After Clyde discovers that Kofi's grandparents are planning on emigrating to Jamaica with his son, he follows them to the airport and brings Kofi back to Walford on Christmas Day 1990. However, Max's conviction is later quashed when the real killer, Bobby Beale (Eliot Carrington), confesses to Lucy's murder. He recognises The Meal Machine's chef Joe Wallace (Jason Rush), as he had previously sacked Joe when he found out that he had HIV. He patiently pursues Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth), but she sees him kissing Eibhlin O'Donnell (Mary Conlon), who is his former girlfriend visiting from Ireland. In 2005 and 2006, Kemp was persuaded to return to the role for brief stints during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. The incident underlines the seriousness of his condition and only increases his parents overbearing concern. Royal played 13 games (9 starts) during his junior year in 2006 and picked up second-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference honors while being named an honorable mention All-American by Sports Illustrated. Royal finished with 1,256 all-purpose yards (96.7 ypg.). Grant Mitchell, played by Ross Kemp, first appears in 1990, introduced by producer Michael Ferguson to revamp the show. Along with his children, Eddie was introduced to bring a "new generation" of the Moon family to the programme. Joan and Graham then take Mo to a restaurant, as Mo believes that Pat and Frank are trying to poison her and refuses to eat another meal served there. Matt Ryan was unable to seize the victory with two fourth-quarter interceptions, sealed the Hokie win and an automatic bid to the Orange Bowl game. He caught nine balls for 146 yards and one touchdown in his debut. Phil says the beating he got off Grant is nothing compared to what he has coming to him. Marcus returns on 25 July 2014 after Sharon Rickman (Letitia Dean) tracks him down. However, Jackie finds himself in an awkward position when he realises that he has been a friend of the Phil and Grant's late father, Eric; they boxed together and some traders believe that Jackie was showing favouritism to the Mitchell brothers. Whilst being landlord at the pub, Eddie rents a room to his barmaid Sharon Watts. Doris subsequently married Morris Miller. [22] On October 2, Royal caught 7 passes for 111 yards and a touchdown against the Detroit Lions, his first 100+ yard game since 2014. In 1991, Kofi's father is wrongly accused of the murder of Eddie Royle (Michael Melia) and so Clyde and Michelle go on the run and take Vicki and Kofi with them in an ill-fated attempt to start a new life together in France. Disa is working as a prostitute and tries to convince Diane to follow the same path with the hope that they can raise the funds to share a flat together. When Sharon discovers Gavin is her birth father, he says that Carol suffered a breakdown after Sharon's birth. [27] He had foot surgery in late December 2016. Joan placates her by saying she will talk to Graham first. Date of Death He is largely semi-regular during the latter part of his stint, and is not featured again after December 1997. Kathy helps Disa to find the courage to tell her mother, Sandra, that Ken had forced both her and her younger half sister to have sex with him, and that he is the father of her child. Meanwhile, Eddie begins coaching Clyde Tavernier (Steven Woodcock) in boxing and that same month he is approached by an old friend, who is coaching Clyde's upcoming opponent. Kane | EastEnders Wiki | Fandom Joan also meets Janine properly for the first time, and, when questioned by her, reveals that she has no children because of fertility issues. Portrayed as headstrong, flirty and manipulative, early storylines featuring Sam concentrate on her teen elopement with Ricky Butcher (Sid Owen). Following Frank's disappearance in 1994, his family start up a search for him that continues into the next year. Until December 1990, Kofi lived outside of the area that the soap is setremaining with his maternal grandparents in Bristol following the death of his mother. Diane and her boyfriend Mark once again search the streets of London and eventually find Disa. In the episode broadcast on 29 March 2013, a character refers to Kane as "Delton Kane". Unfortunately for Clyde, there is a witness who had seen him standing over Eddie's body and fleeing the scene Nick Cotton (John Altman). Michael Melia - Wikipedia As of 2022[update]'s NFL off-season, Eddie Royal held at least seven, Broncos franchise records, including: Eddie started as a little league player on the Reston Seahawks pop Warner teams and was a great teammate and hard worker from day one. Sam Mitchell is the third member of the Mitchell family to be introduced, Sam first appears as a 15-year-old school girl in July 1990, played by Danniella Westbrook. The Tavernier family were introduced in 1990 by the newly appointed executive producer Michael Ferguson. [17], In 2013, Royal reunited with new Chargers head coach Mike McCoy, his old offensive coordinator in Denver. "when the character is gunned down outside his home and an affair with his brother's wife, dubbed "Sharongate". In December 2004, Marcus cons Sam (now Kim Medcalf) by telling her that Phil, who is on the run, needs all the money he can get. Ken traces Disa there in January 1991. Part 1 of 2. He played college football at Virginia Tech and was elected to its sports hall of fame in 2018. Kane was the leader of a criminal gang who lived on a Byron Estate in Walford. Carol is tracked down by Sharon, and Sharon's best friend Michelle Fowler (Susan Tully) visits Carol, who is now married to Ron (Dean Harris) and heavily pregnant with a daughter. Carol Hanley, played by Sheila White, is the biological mother of Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), whom she had with Gavin Sullivan (Paul Nicholas) before she was adopted. It is revealed that Marcus was in on the con with Den Watts, because Den wanted to regain his position as the landlord of The Queen Vic 16 years after he had first sold it. Lloyd eventually moves to Norwich with his mother and father. Despite Marcus's best efforts, Max is found guilty of murder because the jury foreman is bribed by Phil. He and his friends hi-jack a car in April 1992 and take it for a joy-ride, which culminates in him getting caught and arrested by the police. Clyde Tavernier discovers his bloody body in the Square, and after foolishly picking up the murder weapon, he flees in panic. He had been abusing her for some time and her mother did not believe Disa when she tried to tell her so she ran away from home. Eddie Royal Stats, News, Bio | ESPN Marcus often gets Phil and Grant out of trouble and is never afraid to bend the rules. Contents 1 Backstory 2 Storylines 3 Gallery 4 See also Backstory Eddie was born in Ireland in 1948, Eddie came to Britain with his parents as a boy. He was the landlord of The Queen Vic for a while. In August 1991 Eibhlin moves in with Eddie. First Appearance Hollingworth has commented "The most difficult job we've had was findingblack actors who fitted the bill for the Tavernier family. 3 July 1990 Roly [2] Royal's first career touchdown catch came in the first quarter of the game on a 26-yard pass from former Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler. Clyde accepts this as he is unable to provide financially for his child, a fact that he is seen to agonise over, and a source of friction between him and his father Celestine. Eddie Moon - Wikipedia A councilman in charge of the development, Stuart attempts to bribe. Eddie arrives in Walford in July 1990, as the new landlord of The Queen Victoria public house, which he buys from Frank Butcher (Mike Reid). Grant Mitchell was his nemesis after the gangster beat him up after trying it on with his then-girlfriend Sharon Watts, Eddie was always rubbing people up the wrong way and it all caught up with him. He reveals that he is the executor of their mother's will and that she has left a box of letters to Sharon. [18], In 2014, Royal played one of the biggest roles in bringing former Virginia Tech teammate and Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Flowers to the Chargers. He regrets his defiance however, as he collapses in the playground with sickle cell crisis, and is rushed to hospital frightening his family with a near death experience. [11] Kofi is often in scenes with another child actress, Samantha Leigh Martin, who played Vicki Fowler. The Taverniers were the first collective black family to join the soap at the same time. Henry Chadwick, played by Thomas Baptiste, is the father of Abigail, who had been killed in a motor accident and her son, Kofi (Marcel Smith), was left in his care. [31], Royal with the Denver Broncos in September 2010, "Concorde District Meet - Boys Results (Raw)", "Northern Region Meet - Boys Results (Raw)", "Cutler kicks off year with 299 yards in air as Broncos clobber Raiders", Royal named Week 1 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week, "Cutler finds Royal for late TD, two-point play to edge Chargers", "Cutler's 447 yards spoil Quinn's starting debut", Royal voted Week 10 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week, "Cutler throws for 357 yards, two touchdowns to snap Jets' streak", "Royal's TD returns help Broncos top Chargers 34-23", "Chargers make Royal addition at receiver", "Jay Cutler up, Martellus Bennett down in Bears' 2015 season", "Eddie Royal's big gain, big day help lift Bears to first victory", "Report: Bears expected to terminate contract of Eddie Royal", "Bears release Eddie Royal, three others", "Virginia Tech-Marshall to be a Royal affair", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Eddie_Royal&oldid=1132885377, Receptions: rookie season (91 in 2008), rookie game (11 on December 28, 2008 against the San Diego Chargers), Receiving Yds: rookie season (980 in 2008), Rec Yds/Game: rookie season (65.3 in 2008), Kick Return Touchdowns: game (1 on October 19, 2009 against the San Diego Chargers; with 9 others), Total Return Yards: game (235 on October 19, 2009 against the San Diego Chargers), 100+ yard receiving games: rookie season (3), This page was last edited on 11 January 2023, at 02:24. Bright and energetic, he couldn't wait to join the police force and when he did, he loved his job, priding himself on being an honest copper. Etta Tavernier, played by Jacqui Gordon-Lawrence, appears between 1990 and 1992. Eddie doesn't really have any real friends in Albert Square, but his father John, often turns up in Walford to keep his son company. At the end of 1990, Cindy, Simon Wicks (Nick Berry) and Steven move away from London to stay with Bev in Devon. Nick Cotton is a fictional character from the British soap opera EastEnders played by John Altman on a semi-regular basis from the soap's debut episode on 19 February 1985. Westbrook quit in 1993, but was reintroduced from 19951996 and from 19992000. [13], Royal's 91 receptions are second most in NFL history for a rookie, behind only Anquan Boldin who had 101 receptions in 2003. Sign up to our daily newsletters for all the latest and greatest from across London here. [26] In 2016, he appeared in nine games and caught 33 passes for 369 yards with two touchdowns. Despite the slow start in San Diego, Royal finished the year strong and his best games were during the end of the season. He ends up proposing marriage and she accepts. Relationships/Known relatives Royal's older brother, Chris Royal, played professional football as well. It soon becomes clear that Harry's past isn't the only thing troubling him, he is also suffering from ill health and is seen clutching his chest in obvious pain. Ferguson had previously been a producer on ITV's The Bill a hard-hitting, gritty and successful police drama, which seemed to be challenging EastEnders in providing a realistic vision of modern life in London. In September 1991, while Eddie is taking his pet poodle, Roly, for an evening walk he is stabbed to death. His murder was a great story (Clyde and Michelle going on the run etc) so I would say it was the right decision to kill him off. Royal, along with his teammates, sold Flowers on the city and fans. David Essex quits EastEnders - news.yahoo.com Ken Raynor, played by Ian Redford, married Sandra O'Brien in Sunderland and became stepfather to her two children Disa (Jan Graveson) and Ginny. Ken is first seen on-screen in December 1990, when Mark Fowler (Todd Carty) witnesses him harassing Disa and scares him away. Kathy refuses to accept his explanations and so their lukewarm romance ends. He only appeared as a supporting antagonist from July 2004 to February 2005. All he seemed to do was alienate the locals and his inappropriate sexual conduct around Sharon sealed his fate. 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. He led the ACC and ranked 10th in the nation with a 14.7-yard punt return average (31-455) and scored two touchdowns on punt returns. She befriends, Police officers from MS15 investigating Police corruption of. However, Clyde is later cleared of any wrongdoing. He patiently pursues Kathy Beale, but she sees him kissing Eibhlin O'Donnell, who is his former girlfriend visiting from Ireland. Bev and her husband then move to Devon and her pitch on the market is taken over by Laurie Bates (Gary Powell) in 1989. The next day, Frank and Joan have tea with Mo, who seems to have become more lucid and reminisces with them about their childhoods. Jackie Stone, played by Richard Beale, is a market trader who is elected as the Chairman of the Bridge Street Market Traders Association. Later, Joan argues with Frank over her involvement in the Butcher family, accusing Frank of not knowing her at all, and also revealing that Mo never wanted a daughter and thus ignored Joan in favour of Frank. Her exit in 2005 is the culmination of a storyline that sees Sam wrongly imprisoned for Den Watts' (Leslie Grantham) murder. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. Eddie never married as a policeman, however, in Walford, he decides he needs a mate. His older brother Clyde takes him under his wing, however, and helps him straighten his life out. Although he never approves of her relationship with the local thug, Grant Mitchell, and this often makes things awkward between the pair. He is often the life and soul of the party in Walford, and is known to like a pint of Guinness or two.

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