
Set in the East End of London, the show focuses on the tensions between love and family with stories ranging from hard-hitting social issues, to personal, human tragedies. And there's plenty of funny moments too. Classic characters old and new across thousands of episodes have shared a drink in The Queen Vic, shed tears of despair or joy, sat on Arthur's bench in the Square... and at some point or other they probably crossed paths with Ian Beale.
Adam Woodyatt Ian Beale
Steve McFadden Phil Mitchell
Letitia Dean Sharon Watts
Gillian Taylforth Kathy Beale
Pam St. Clement Pat Evans
Perry Fenwick Billy Mitchell
Jessie Wallace Kat Moon
Lacey Turner Stacey Slater
James Bye Martin Fowler
James Alexandrou Martin Fowler
Diane Parish Denise Fox
Natalie Cassidy Sonia Fowler