Despite the bullying storyline, Cassidy said that she and Bissix were good friends during their time together on the soap. Feeling neglected, Naomi ends their relationship. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. During a conversation with Carol, Sonia reveals she and Martin are no longer together and she and Rebecca are back living in London while Martin remains in Manchester. Sonia and Martin face further upset when they discover that their daughter's adoptive parents have died in a car crash. (Image: BBC) Sonia may call Dot her grandmother but she wasn't related to her by blood. Her granddaughter Sonia (looking like a Tudor lady-in-waiting) stood up to give a beautiful eulogy at the church, but was repeatedly cut off by other members. This week's episodes, which are now available to . 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. Sonia Fowler (ne Jackson) is the daughter of Carol Jackson and Terry Cant, sister of Bianca, Robbie and Billie, mother of Bex and ex-wife of Martin Fowler . EastEnders spoilers follow. Sonia hands Chloe over to Ameena, who takes Chloe into foster care. 1. The following morning, Sonia finds her unresponsive in bed. Robbie Jackson Billie Jackson (deceased) She recovers well but decides to defer Oxford for a year, and once her life is back on track, she makes the decision to go travelling, which Sonia is unhappy about. Martin starts a relationship with Stacey Branning and moves in with her and her daughter Lily Branning. Stacey kicks Martin out and Sonia agrees for him to move into No. Martin gets very drunk and is seen flirting with Sarah. EastEnders has revealed newcomer Rocky's big secret, after Sonia made a shock discovery on his phone. For the academic, see, Last edited on 29 December 2022, at 16:23, List of LGBT characters in television and radio, "EastEnders: Carol Jackson visits daughter Sonia spoiler pictures", "Natalie Cassidy to take extended EastEnders break as Sonia exits", "EastEnders' Sonia does the unthinkable to Dot but repulsed fans spot plot blunder", "Natalie Cassidy bemoans lesbian storyline", "Natalie Cassidy to return to EastEnders as Sonia Fowler", "Natalie Cassidy returns to EastEnders as Sonia Fowler in dramatic New Year storyline", "Sonia's back in EastEnders and she exposes Louise's part in Bex's bullying", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sonia_Fowler&oldid=1130320771, This page was last edited on 29 December 2022, at 16:23. When she returns, she tries to confess to her class but collapses before she can do so. Martin moves back into the area and Rebecca (now played byJasmine Armfield) moves in with him, as she resents Sonia for leaving Martin. In last night's emotional funeral, the Walford legend went on her way with a twenty-pack of Mayfair menthols (her favourite) thrown onto her coffin. Patch|Mr Pickles|Posh and Becks|Pretty|Prince|Prince (2008)|Robbie and Georgie|Rolf|Roly|Rooney|Sammy|Starsky and Hutch|Sugar|Terrence|The Carter/Branning puppies|Tramp|Wellard|Wellard (II)|WillyWilly (II)|Ziggy |. 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. In the EastEnders spoilers for next week, Patsy Kensit is new in town playing the estranged mum of terminally ill Lola, but will she attend her daughter's wedding?. She blamed the pain on. Sonia, who has started a weight loss class, arranges to have agastric bandinBulgaria, telling friends and family she is on a course. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Contents 1 Career 1.1 Strictly Come Dancing 2 Personal life 3 Filmography 4 Awards and nominations 5 See also 6 References Sonia eventually forgives Martin and as they grow closer, they fall in love and eventually elope. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. However, the subsequent COVID-19 lockdown means that she is busier than ever at the hospital, which leaves Sonia stressed and exhausted. Travis leaves Louise's party and tells Bex that Louise needs her. 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She has played Sonia Fowler in EastEnders since 1993, appeared in the BBC Two sitcom-horror Psychoville and was a contestant on the seventh series of Strictly Come Dancing and the ninth series of Celebrity Big Brother . Pauline responds with fire, threatening to cut her son from her life. She discovers that Rebecca witnessed the slap and tries to silence her daughter, but Rebecca tells Dot at Pauline's funeral. Sonia Fowler is left heartbroken when she discovers her daughter's suicide note. In January 2014, Carol informs Sonia, who is having marital problems with Martin again, about herbreast cancerdiagnosis. Now, Simon's release has triggered painful memories for Ben as well as the knowledge that justice has not been served for his first love. Tina's mother Sylvie Carter later moves in with Sonia and Tina, but Bex does not cope looking after her when Sonia and Tina are not around. When the pair are alone in Bex's room, she stops him from going further than kissing, so he calls her frigid. After having her breast lump checked, Sonia is given the all-clear. They remarry and spend time touring the USA before settling in Manchester. Bex hears a rumour that Louise had sex with Keegan at the party, so she tells her to take a pregnancy test, but Martin catches Bex purchasing the test for Louise and wrongly assumes it is for herself. 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. Margaret decides to make the Fowlers' Rebecca's legal guardians but does not include Sonia when she finds out about her lesbian fling. She begins a relationship with Jamie Mitchell (Jack Ryder) who is later killed on Christmas Day 2002. Sonia persuades Martin not to tell Margaret that they have split up, but when the truth comes out, Margaret is furious and refuses to give Sonia guardianship of Rebecca and gives it to Martin and his mother instead. After taking advice from Louise, Bex decides to change her appearance. EastEnders spoilers: Dotty Cotton's mum arrives full of abuse for her daughter. Clare, the daughter of Debbie Tyler (soon Debbie Bates ), arrives in Walford in 1993 when her mother moves in with her new partner Nigel Bates. However Stuart is innocent and the perpetrators behind the attack are young youths. Leonard Lewis (1993) Matthew Robinson (1998) Diederick Santer (2010) Bryan Kirkwood (2011) Dominic Treadwell-Collins (2014) Sonia is released and decides to leave Walford for Manchester. 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. For me, to be reunited with the original Jacksons is a dream come true and I think it will be a fantastic storyline. Sonia has sex withMartin Fowler(James Alexandrou) but starts datingJamie Mitchell(Jack Ryder). Martin returns to Walford and Sonia is angry with Martin for being absent. Sonia and Dot care forHarold Legg(Leonard Fenton) when he becomes ill and he moves into No.25. Bex sees the video of this online and calls Sonia in tears, who returns to Walford and announces that she wants Bex to live with her. Not knowing she is pregnant, Sonia goes into labour and gives birth to Martin's daughter. An unhinged Janine begins blaming Sonia for holding her back from her games with Mick, meaning she could lose the "best" thing she has ever had in her life - better than her daughter Scarlett . However teasers for the show have revealed Martin will be back on the show by the time next week arrives, meanwhile leaving Sonia frustrated by his failure to pick up the phone. Present; regular Natalie Cassidy The . Long-time EastEnders fans will remember that Sonia gave birth to Rebecca in 2000 on the living room floor when she didn't even know she was pregnant. And on tonight's episode, mum Sonia will break down as she receives a worrying note from Stuart Highway. Sonia begins nursing training and she and Martin live with Pauline but struggle to cope with her interference. 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. Louise accidentally tells Shakil about Bex and Gethin, and Bex is heartbroken when Shakil kisses Louise, though Louise is stunned and disgusted by Shakil's immaturity. Bex tells Sonia that she is feeling upset since her boyfriendShakil Kazemi(Shaheen Jafargholi) was killed and that she isn't ready for university, and Sonia supports Bex's decision. Emmerdale confirms kidnap in Priya's exit week, How to watch this year's awards contenders online, Last of Us star Bella Ramsey on being genderfluid. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Pauline also interferes and visits Rebecca with Martin. After Bianca hands herself in, Sonia leaves again. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. "If you need help call out talk to someone you don't need to be or feel alone. Will the frosty relationship between Carol and Bianca thaw? She adopts a goth fashion style and insists on being referred to by her former name, Chloe, before deciding to go by Bex. Other names Sharon Hadrian writes: "It was the first time in over a decade that a lesbian couple had been depicted in the East London drama, lending cautious optimism to the idea that the BBC was finally integrating its traditionally heterosexual soaps [] Lesbian fans, meanwhile, are struggling to care at all after being led on by the show's failed attempts at writing a decent lesbian story line [] Despite their troubles, Martin and Sonia got married in 2004 and given their past many fans believe they are meant to be together. Sonia Jackson Bex visits Louise in hospital but her mother, Lisa Fowler, says Louise wants no visitors and Lisa tells Bex her plans for Louise if she was well. Rebecca will be with her mum when Sonia returns to Walford in the New Year. Female Portrayed by Sonia does not know she is pregnant until she goes into labour and Mo Harris delivers the baby. Sonia and Martin reunite in December 2006. However, Bex ignored her, instead making a strained speech in front of her friends and family. It follows heartbreaking scenes on Thursday night as Bex, who is played by Jasmine . An upset Sonia tells Stuart that she blames herself for what happened to her daughter, although she is being treated in hospital and has regained consciousness. The hate crime left both Ben and Paul injured, but Paul could not be saved in heartbreaking scenes. After Tina drunkenly humiliates Sonia at an awards ceremony and Sonia rejects her, Tina has sex withSophie Dodd(Poppy Rush) and regrets it, but before she can tell Sonia, Sonia reveals she has found a lump in her breast. They liked Cassidy and she was asked to audition at Elstree studios, after which she was offered the part. News of Mick gets to the Square. EastEnders legend reveals the huge role they missed out on after joining soap Outside the church, Sonia bumps into Reiss Colwell, who reveals he was Dot's great nephew. Rebecca Fowler Watch the NEW series of Albert Squared, the EastEnders gameshow, here https://bit.ly/3tILL6ZRemember the day Sonia went into labour without knowing she w. Liam follows them to Walford and tries everything possible to break Nigel and Debbie up. However, both regret getting divorced and they reconcile. Sonia steals the money from Dot's bank account. Martin gets unwittingly involved with a stalker,Sarah Cairns(Alison Pargeter), who tries to ruin his marriage. Sonia accuses Martin and Stacey of not caring about Bex and tells Martin she wants Bex to live with her. When Stacey is diagnosed with and sectioned due to postpartum psychosis, Bex realises Martin is struggling with Arthur, Lily and work, so she draws him up a schedule. The following year, overwhelmed by the prospect of going to Oxford, Bex takes drugs to cope with her exams and runs away; she is found by Stuart Highway. The baby, who is named Chloe, is subsequently given up for adoption and renamed Rebecca, despite protests from Martin's mother Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard). Derek Branning (deceased) Max Branning Jack Branning Birth 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. Just as Pauline intends, Martin ends his relationship with Sonia in order to care for her, but when the truth finally comes out, a furious Martin moves out anyway. 16 Jun 2021. Sonia eventually forgives Martin and as they grow closer, they fall in love and eventually elope. When she was a thirteen, with David Wicks, he wanted to hitchhike one summer, into Europe. Shakil persuades her to carry on, but she is stopped by Martin. She is the third ofCarol Jackson's (Lindsey Coulson) four children and the result of her mother'sone-night standwith Terry Cant, whom Sonia never knew. 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. Stacey gives birth to a son, Arthur Fowler, although unbeknownst to Martin, Arthur is not his son. The following morning, Martin wakes up in Sarah's bed. EastEnders spoilers follow.. Zack Hudson has faced new worries about his baby's arrival in EastEnders. 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. Pauline demands to be part of Rebecca's life, causing upset, however Margaret allows Pauline and Martin to see Rebecca. She misunderstands him and gets into his bed, naked. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Something went wrong, please try again later. conversation if they are worried about someone they know. Bex finds out from Louise and Shakil that people are talking about her relationship and about her and Shakil not having sex. Gethin then leaves Walford. Sonia returns in January 2011, following Bianca's disappearance following her attack on Connor Stanley (Arinze Kene), who had also dating Whitney. Several months later, following Madison Drake (Seraphina Beh), Alexandra D'Costa (Sydney Craven) and her former friend Louise Mitchell (Tilly Keeper) continuously bullying Bex, Sonia returns after Bex phones her in tears. How will Dot's loved ones deal with. Date of Birth 6th May 1985 One tweeted: "Bring back Carol Jackson #EastEnders.". 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. Son Boring old bag When Bex claims to have a new boyfriend, Gethin starts tutoring her again. Alan Jackson (1996-1999) It is revealed that Sonia is hiding a secret from her time in Kettering meaning she no longer wants to return there. It follows heartbreaking scenes on Thursday night as Bex, who is played by. Sonia leaves Walford with Martin and Rebecca in February 2007. Alexandra decides she will take revenge on Bex when she overhears Bex smugly telling Travis that Alexandra will mess up in the showcase. She barricades herself inside her house, leaving Neil and Sue, understandably upset about Sonia's actions. Get the news you want straight to your inbox. Bex has been battling mental health issues and the pressures of starting at Oxford university. Stacey kicks Martin out and Sonia agrees for him to move into No. Caroline "Carol" Branning was born in the East End of London to Jim and Reenie Branning on 3rd October 1962. Wellard While trying to find Preston, Michelle crashes a car into the chip shop after taking sleeping pills with alcohol. Sonia confides in Carol about her marriage problems and Carol advises her to try to stay together for Rebecca's sake. She is Dot's step-granddaughter as Sonia. Martin agrees that he wants Chloe for Pauline's sake, but admits to his brother, Mark Fowler, that he does not want to be a father. The nurse, who is still getting to know her estranged father. [16] Sonia's one-off return was broadcast on 21 January 2011. 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. This culminates in Sarah holding Sonia and Martin hostage and stabbing Martin, until Sonia knocks her unconscious. 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. The family was created by writer Tony McHale. Sonia and Martin (now played by James Bye) separate and Sonia starts to feel isolated and depressed. "Its not about selling the stuff, its about selling yourself," Terry bragged. Bex remains angry with Louise, Madison and Alexandra for the way they have treated Shakil and is hurt when Shakil tells her she can "drop dead". Margaret dies and Martin takes custody of Rebecca and Pauline tries to stop Sonia having any contact with Rebecca. She is the third of Carol Jackson's (Lindsey Coulson) four children and the result of her mother's relationship with Terry Cant, whom Sonia never knew and who was violent towards Carol. An EastEnders statement explained: "A bright child who is passionate about music, Rebecca can play the guitar beautifully but is not someone who would blow her own trumpet. Sonia is furious when she discovers Pauline and Martin have been seeing her daughter behind her back. Upon realising Sonia and Martin are in a relationship, George blackmails Sonia and threatens to report Martin to the police unless she gives him 10,000. 25 Albert Square (2014-) Shakil hears the bullying through headphones and exposes it through the soundboard. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. EastEnders: Sonia is the step-granddaughter of Dot Cotton. 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. Martin gets unwittingly involved with a stalker, Sarah Cairns (Alison Pargeter), who tries to ruin his marriage. When Bex decides that she doesn't want to go to university, Sonia pressures Bex into applying to Oxbridge University, much to Bex's annoyance. [10] She was spotted doing improvisations at the Anna Scher Theatre School by Tony McHale and EastEnders' Casting Advisor Jane Deitch. Later, Bex goes to the caf where Kathy asks her to serve Alexandra and Madison their drinks. After Ricky and Bianca's wedding, Sonia decides she must make a fresh start with Martin and leaves again. Sonia and Jamie get engaged, but due to Jamie's fling with Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) and constant rowing, the relationship ends. "She wants to do well in life and make her parents proud, but it's this determination that will be the making or undoing of her.". Kathy watched on as Terry worked his charm, before Sonia approached. The unprovoked attack changed Ben's live forever with the loss of partner Paul, but all of the culprits were sent to prison. Posing as friends of the Millers, Margaret allows the Fowlers into their home where they meet Rebecca. According to Cassidy, this was on the behest of Storyliner and future Executive Producer of EastEnders, John Yorke. 1994 was a "historic" year for EastEnders, as in April, a third weekly episode was introduced. Unknown to Louise, Madison and Alexandra plan to take revenge on her because they blame her for being reported to the school. Martin returns to Walford and Sonia is angry with Martin for being absent. Bex is then tricked by them into putting mud covered in chocolate in her mouth, which the film and tell her it is cat faeces. [5] Cassidy made two guest stints during her maternity leave, on 25 December 2016 via webcam and for a three episode arc from 14 to 18 April 2017. 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. Bianca Jackson Bex and Gethin kiss and after Bex's attempts to pursue him and he eventually confesses to Sonia. Linzi gets upset when Jay is adamant things are over, and Bex comforts her. Several weeks have gone by since the . Click here to upload yours. Sonia forgives Tina for the humiliation, but Sophie tells Sonia that Tina cheated and their relationship ends, but they soon reunite. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Yeah, I cant wait for Bex to meet him now, Sonia said. Devastated, Sonia announces this in the Queen Victoria pub and although she puts on a brave face, she breaks down in private. In 2021, Sonia is led to believe that she has reunited with her father Terry, whom she never knew. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. EastEnders' Sonia Fowler dropped a hint that her mum Carol and daughter Bex will be returning to Walford - where they would join Sonia's dad Terry. 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. Daughters Aunts Fearing imprisonment Sonia goeson the run, abducting Rebecca. Sonia becomes depressed and begins to neglect her work and drink alcohol, until Gus helps her straighten her life out. Sonia, who is a nurse, was recently rocked by the shock arrival of her. I dont do the hard sell, Billy said, defending himself. They lock Tiffany in and finally release her when she agrees to speak up about the drug ring. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. Bex then tells Shakil she wants to have sex with him and they try to arrange a place and time that they can be alone. Stepfather Martin moves in withStacey Branning(Lacey Turner), while Sonia and Tina embark on a full relationship. Bex moves in with Martin and Stacey, but struggles to cope with the overcrowding until they move into Sonia's old house. Sonia and Dot care for Harold Legg (Leonard Fenton) when he becomes ill and he moves into No.25. Sonia accuses Martin and Stacey of not caring about Bex and tells Martin she wants Bex to live with her. After absconding with Rebecca, Sonia is cleared of Pauline's murder when Joe Macer, Pauline's husband, admits to manslaughter. About Sonia is released and decides to leave Walford for Manchester. [24], "Sonia Jackson" redirects here. She then sets about arranging Dots funeral and shares her memories of Dot with others. One of his killers ,Simon Atmore, has been released from prison after a sentencing appeal, leaving Ben devastated. "We can encourage others in Bexs position to realise theres always help and theres always hope and we hope that others will be encouraged to start a 87 Sonia starts dating Bex's teacherGethin Pryce(Cerith Flinn) but is unaware that Bex is infatuated with him. Bex goes round to Shakil's whilst his mother Carmel Kazemi and brother Kush are out and they have sex. Carol, on the other hand, has not been spotted in the soap since 2015, and fans are certainly keen for her to return. One penned: "The storyline with Bex in #Eastenders is heartbreaking. When she returns, she tries to confess to her class but collapses before she can do so. In one of EastEnders' most memorable birth scenes ever, teenage Sonia went into labour without even knowing she was up the duff in October 2000 while home alone. Martin's aunt and godmother, Kathy Beale tries to justify his actions, but Bex refuses to forgive Martin or Stacey until she watches Shakil kiss Louise as part of the Christmas play. She tells Louise she has not sent the photo and thinks Shakil is not interested in her when he ignores her. [11], Despite Cassidy's departure being specified as a "break", Cassidy commented in 2008, "I feel that door's closed now and I need to go and do other stuff [] Maybe in nine years I might go back. 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. A swastika is graffitied on Dot's door which causes Dr Legg to fall into a panic attack. The police and social services visit Bex, Martin and Stacey to ask about explicit photos Bex took of herself. However Martin still has feelings for Stacey, which upsets Sonia. Unfortunately, they did neither of these things. Fearing imprisonment, Sonia abducts Rebecca and goes on the run. EastEnders airs Mondays and Fridays at 8pm, and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One, Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! [10] A BBC spokesperson added, "Natalie is a valued member of the EastEnders cast and we wish her all the very best during her break from the show". In December 2017, Sonia discoversKim Fox(Tameka Empson) having a miscarriage and supports her when she believes that she has let her husbandVincent Hubbard(Richard Blackwood) down. It was at this stage that the producers made a decision to write the majority of the Jackson family out. The reaction of Rebecca's guardian, Margaret, was especially hurtful. Standby for trouble. [5] After returning for a short stint from 14 April 2017 to 18 April 2017, Cassidy returned to the role of Sonia permanently, with the return being broadcast on 27 June 2017. Martin sends Rebecca, who now wants to be called Bex, to live with Sonia so she can spend more time with her mother. Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| Terry Cant Sonia receives a lucrative job offer at a private hospital in Kettering and, having realised she no longer loves Tina, ends their relationship. None of the actors cast as the Jackson family were matched for appearance or screen compatibility. The teen, played by Jasmine Armfield, has been battling intense . Terry was trying to show off his salesman skills after watching Billy Mitchell on his market stall. With Paul not able to live his life like he should be, the fact his killer is able to get back to normal just does not sit right with Phil Mitchell's son. 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. Sonia and Martin (now played byJames Bye) separate and Sonia starts to feel isolated and depressed. 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