Romances Disa ran away from home to live rough on the streets of London, turning to prostitution to survive. His father's strict rules only seek to alienate him further so he spends most of his time on the square attempting to rebel against them. About Eddie Royle After bowing out of the show, Melia carved out a success career in acting and went on to star in a string of popular TV series including Casualty and The Detectives before landing the role of DI Frank Dagley in Dangerfield between 1996 and 1997. 19901991 He is a serious minded landlord, far different from his predecessors Den Watts and Frank Butcher. Etta also makes a guest appearance in 1994, visiting members of the Tavernier family who remain in the serial. Credit Solution Experts Incorporated offers quality business credit building services, which includes an easy step-by-step system designed for helping clients build their business credit effortlessly. Disa is first seen in March 1990, in flashback scenes set from January. More than 30 years later, Disa returns to Walford in December 2022 for Dot's funeral. 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. Sign up to our daily newsletters for all the latest and greatest from across London here. 3 July 1990 With the help of Diane and Dot Cotton (June Brown), Disa begins to bond with her daughter, who she renames Jasmine. Born in Ireland, Eddie came to Britain with his parents as a boy. [2] He was also the Atlantic Coast Conference's (ACC) all-time leader in punt return yards (1,296). Michael Melia Clyde brings Kofi home to Walford in time for Christmas. Kathy Beale The Taverniers were also a well-intentioned attempt to portray a wider range of black characters than had previously been achieved on the show. Although he's a charismatic cockney, Eddie also has a touch of class. Frank and his family were due to spend Christmas 1992 with Joan, Graham and Mo at their house, but they had to cancel the trip last minute when Pat was arrested for drink driving and hitting a teenage pedestrian; the girl later died in hospital. 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 Disa and her mother, Sandra, visit Ken in prison to confront him. With the possibility that Ken could be released, Disa tells her mother about the sexual abuse he subjected her to. Other members include Little Chris, Renzo , Ali, Tayo, Dylan and Jordan. 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. When Grant finds out, he beats him up so badly that he is hospitalised and needs brain surgery. [15], On March 15, 2012, Royal signed a three-year contract with the San Diego Chargers worth $13.5 million, $6 million of which is guaranteed. He is often seen engaging in a game of poker with Jules. Eddie never married as a policeman, however, in Walford, he decides he needs a mate. Ken is arrested and imprisoned, and the baby is returned to Disa unharmed. In 2007, Gina and Cindy Jr appear without Bev. The gang first appear running from the tube station, having evaded their . Part 1 of 2. 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DC Emma Summerhayes made her first appearance on 21 April 2014. The baby is returned to Disa, and Ken is imprisoned. Eddie Royal is 5-10 (178 cm) tall. He is portrayed by Harry Rafferty. Royal finished the game with 4 receptions, 63 yards, and 1 touchdown. He played 13 games with 11 starts in 2007, earning first-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference honors and second-team All-America accolades from The NFL Draft Report, he posted career highs in receptions (33-496) and receiving touchdowns (4). [1] Harry's death upsets Rod and he leaves Walford soon after to travel the world. The 8 iconic Only Fools and Horses actors who look unrecognisable in EastEnders including Cassandra and Damien actors, Wowcher mystery travel deal where you can go to Disneyland or Dubai for 89, Michael Melia as Eddie Royle in EastEnders. Eddie Moon is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by David Essex. BBC In August 1991 Eibhlin moves in with Eddie. 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. Last Appearance [24][25] He suffered a foot injury in mid-October that limited him throughout the season before being placed on injured reserve on December 19. Whilst being landlord at the pub, Eddie rents a room to his barmaid Sharon Watts. Biography Once EastEnders became a success, the producers had no difficulties in finding "good actors" who wanted to join the cast; however, what became hard was finding familiescombinations of performers who "look and sound as though they could be related. Sharon Watts and the Mitchell brothers Sharon bought the Vic in 1991 and moved in with husband. Clyde is arrested for Eddie's murder and imprisoned. However, Sharon discovers what is going on and manages to remove some dodgy packages from Grant's garage before the police arrive. 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. Phil tries to threaten him into dropping the case, while Jane Beale (Laurie Brett), who wants to see Max found innocent, contacts him and formulates a fake alibi for Max, claiming she slept with him on the night of Lucy's death. Emma's dealt . "[5] According to producers Corinne Hollingworth and Pat Sandys, the Taveriner family were especially difficult, as upon Kofi's arrival, four male generations of the family were being featured, great grandfather Jules (Tommy Eytle), grandfather Celestine (Leroy Golding), father Clyde (Steven Woodcock) and son Kofi. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. As well as being popular with the ladies, Eddie is a polite gentleman and once he makes a friend, he makes them for life. Westbrook quit in 1993, but was reintroduced from 19951996 and from 19992000. 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. 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. He plants a computer that Phil and Grant stole from the council in the wine bar so that Jackie will be evicted. She also finds it difficult to bond with her baby initially, but with the help of Diane and Mark she begins to settle into life in the Square, and she soon grows to love her baby. "when the character is gunned down outside his home and an affair with his brother's wife, dubbed "Sharongate". Diane cannot bring herself to do this however, but takes up nude modelling for an artist instead. [4], It took a long time to cast the complete Tavernier family. 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. A man from the local council, who holds a meeting at the community centre for the market traders. Eddie cannot forgive Grant for his violent assault and so he contacts an old police colleague to check up on Grant's dodgy dealings. Hattie Tavernier, played by Michelle Gayle between 1990 and 1993, was introduced in July 1990 with her family by producer Michael Ferguson. This page was last edited on 2 March 2023, at 22:17. It is a rough ride for Disa, as she is severely lacking parenting skills. Edward John "Eddie" Royle was a character in EastEnders from July 1990 to Episode 688 (10 September 1991). 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. As her mental state deteriorates, Mo causes a fire in her flat after dropping a cigarette in her linen, which leads to Mark Fowler (Todd Carty) rescuing her, and Mo being hospitalised overnight. Through the first eight games, Royal was among the league leaders in touchdowns with seven. One of Carol and Ron Hanley's sons; Sharon meets him as a child on three occasions in 1990. and eight rushes for 112 yards (14.0 avg.). 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. She goes on to be involved with topless modelling, various family crises, relationships, feuds, and a short-lived marriage to Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs). 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. Pearl is introduced alongside her husband, Henry Chadwick (Thomas Baptiste), as the grandmother of Kofi Tavernier (Marcel Smith). Eddie Royal was born on May 21, 1986. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. Emma's passionate about her work and has a strong moral code. Dot Cotton (June Brown), who often attracts waifs and strays, looks after the child when Disa won't or can't. Eddie Royle is played by Michael Melia from 1990 until 1991. Not everyone takes to him, particularly when they discover his prior profession. She is married to a man called Greg McIntosh. He appeared as Queen Vic landlord Eddie Royle in BBC One soap opera EastEnders between 1990 and 1991. 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. They have been parodied even in adverts where their gruff, tough talking, cockney accents have been impersonated. Limited series centrada en una banda que alcanza el xito en Los ngeles en los aos 70 y se convierte en una de las ms legendarias del mundo. However, Disa had fallen pregnant with Ken's child, and he followed her there. Early in the 2009 season, Royal became the fourth fastest player in NFL history to reach 100 career receptions. Disa O'Brien, portrayed by Jan Graveson, first appears in episode 536. The actor, who has starred in a number of movies alongside Danny Dyer, has landed a role in the BBC soap as Rod learns that he was once the boyfriend of Lou Beale's (Anna Wing) sister, Doris. Gayle filmed no official exit storyline for Hattie. She's no maverick but she's instinctive, ambitious and has a keen ability to read, understand and relate to people - all of which have helped her rise through the ranks quickly to become a Family Liaison Officer (FLO). Disa gives birth to Jasmine alone in a derelict building on Christmas Day 1990. Diane finally gets a chance to speak to her friend, but Disa refuses to take her help, and orders Diane to stay out of her life and leaves. Jasmine O'Brien (also Billie O'Brien) is the daughter of Disa O'Brien (Jan Graveson). Following Frank's disappearance in 1994, his family start up a search for him that continues into the next year. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. On Christmas Day Disa goes into labour, alone in a derelict building near Walford, and gives birth to a little girl. Eddie is furious, and is even more enraged when he discovers that she'd agreed to marry Grant, so he sacks her. Fruit and veg trader Pete Beale (Peter Dean) is not impressed with his efforts and usurps his post as chairman. with three touchdowns in 12 games (11 starts) as a true freshman. 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. Clyde struggles to part with Kofi and follows the family to the airport, where he persuades Pearl and Henry that he can provide Kofi support. She and Frank then argue, with Frank accusing Joan of only getting involved out of guilt, due to her estrangement from the family and ignoring Mo after the death of their father. Michael Ferguson (1990) In January 1990, a mysterious old man (John Boswall) is seen lingering around Albert Square. 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. 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. Doris subsequently married Morris Miller. [3] He has, at various times, owned many businesses in the Square. She persuades Melanie Owen (Tamzin Outhwaite) to propose to Ian, as Gina is trying to split them up. After the argument, the two read a letter Mo wrote to Frank before her condition deteriorated, in which Mo asks Frank to put her "out of her pain". Eddie Royle is a fictional character and major antagonist of the long-running soap opera EastEnders. He only appeared as a supporting antagonist from July 2004 to February 2005. "[4], Kofi remains in the programme until July 1993, when he and his father Clyde were written out of the serial. This fleeting appearance was played by a non-speaking and uncredited extra. Leroy Golding who was awarded the part of Celestine Tavernier claims that his inexperience helped rather than hindered the Tavernier family to gel together as it created a sense of "camaraderie" among them; he suggests that he and his screen wife Gordon-Lawrence "played very well off each other".[7]. 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. Reunited with her mother, Disa takes Jasmine home to Sunderland. 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. After Carol's confession that she only thinks of her as a good friend, Sharon realises there will never be a parental bond between them and stops seeing her. Kofi becomes friendly with Vicki Fowler (Samantha Leigh Martin) at a toddler group, and as a result of their friendship Clyde grows close to Vicki's mother, Michelle Fowler (Susan Tully). 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. Joan was far brighter than Frank and, after graduating from school with 7 O-levels and an A-level, she married a chief accountant, Graham (Ian Thompson). He explains that the council are going to de-designate the Turpin Road market, but it is not closing and they will make every effort to relocate the market on a new site. However, Ken is actually Disa's stepfather, and he is also the father of baby Jasmine. 12 September 1991 Dialogue between characters at this time suggests that is a temporary departure; however, Gayle did not return to the role. Eddie Royal weighed 182 lbs (82 kg) when playing. 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. The episodes are the climax of a "mini-storyline" that sees Clyde and Michelle go "on the run" from the police with Kofi and Vicki, after Clyde is falsely accused of murder. She abandons the baby initially named Billie, later renamed Jasmine on Diane Butcher's (Sophie Lawrence) doorstep, until Diane convinces her to stay in an empty flat in Walford, and helps her to bond with the child. Celestine is portrayed as a strict disciplinarian and a devout Christian who expects everyone in his family to show similar dedication to the church and abide by his rules. He is horrified and inconsolable, however, when the verdict comes back as not guilty. Fiance However, in September 2009, Westbrook reprised her role as Sam for several months, departing in January 2010. The character was written out of the series the following year and departs in episode 633, first broadcast on 28 February 1991. It soon becomes clear that Eddie is Andy's right . Sharon signs a condolence book for Carol and leaves, but Kristopher realises that she is his half-sister and follows her to Walford. Royal received second-team All-ACC honors in 2006 and first-team All-ACC honors in 2007. In his youth, he was a talented footballer and could have played professionally if he'd wanted to leave Dublin, which he didn't. Eddie never married as a policeman, however, in Walford, he decides he needs a mate. Actor Michael Melia, now 78 years old, played Eddie Royle in EastEnders between 1990 and 1991, so what has the TV star been up to 32 years since leaving the BBC soap Joan leaves Walford that evening, and agrees with Frank that they should keep in contact for Mo's sake, although her departure is marred by Mo's insistence on leaving with her - she is still afraid that Frank wants to kill her. William Edward "Eddie" Royal (born May 21, 1986) is an American former football wide receiver and return specialist . In 2002, the character is reintroduced for a fourth time, but the role was recast to another actress, Kim Medcalf. Eddie is the father of Michael Moon ( Steve John Shepherd ), Tyler Moon (Tony Discipline) and Anthony Moon ( Matt Lapinskas ). The councilman in charge of the development, Stuart Kendle (Mark Sproston), attempts to bribe Pete and Jackie to drop their opposition. [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.