November 22nd 2024.
Last year, the talented Harriet Thorpe joined the iconic cast of EastEnders. As she prepares for an exciting week for her character, Elaine Peacock, Harriet can't help but praise her fellow co-stars on the show.
Taking over the role of Linda Carter's mother from Maria Freidman, Harriet has seamlessly fit into the role of the new co-landlady of The Queen Vic. In the past year, her character has faced numerous challenges, including the return of her partner George Knight's ex-wife Cindy Beale from the dead.
But as the big Walford wedding between Elaine and George approaches, Harriet is in awe of the "extraordinary" team around her. Speaking to Metro, she admires the complex layers of the storylines and how they all intertwine with each other.
She also gives credit to the writers, who she believes must need a lot of mental health support to come up with such gripping and clever storylines for all the characters. Harriet is especially impressed with the recent Halloween week episodes, which have been "absolutely captivating."
Praising the soap's outgoing executive producer Chris Clenshaw, Harriet reveals that the actors also have character meetings where they contribute their own thoughts and ideas. She is grateful for the opportunity to play Elaine and describes it as an "absolute honor and joy."
Reflecting on her character's journey since her reintroduction, Harriet notes how Elaine has "blossomed" and evolved. From her initial arrival, where she confidently declares, "I hope the champagne's on ice," to her more recent line, "Point your finger at me like that again and I'll hand them back to you in a sandwich," Harriet has enjoyed the growth of her character.
She is grateful for the writers who have crafted Elaine's wit, wisdom, and worries, allowing her to have a never-ending journey of discovery.
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