November 11th 2024.
Attention Walford residents – there's a new face in town that's sure to stir things up. Nicola Mitchell is making her debut on EastEnders this week, and it's safe to say she's not here to make friends. Her arrival spells trouble for the iconic Mitchell family, as she sets her sights on shaking things up in Albert Square. But just who is this Mitchell newcomer, and what's her connection to the family? Let's get the lowdown...
Nicola is the ex-wife of recent arrival Teddy Mitchell and the mother of Harry and Barney Mitchell. The trio were first introduced to EastEnders earlier this year when it was revealed that Billy Mitchell's father Stevie had a secret second family. Since then, Teddy has bought Gray Atkins' old house and Harry has landed a job at The Arches, working for his second cousin Phil Mitchell.
Actress Laura Doddington will be bringing Nicola to life on screen. And it seems that Nicola is hoping to rekindle things with her ex-husband Teddy. Her name has been mentioned a lot in the past few weeks, with Barney even going to stay with her after having a falling out with his brother and dad. It's been hinted that Harry and Barney have a complicated relationship with their mother, as they've been estranged for some time. Barney believes that she's been spending time in Bali, although Teddy and Harry have hinted that may not be the full story...
So, what can we expect when Nicola Mitchell arrives on the scene? Well, it looks like she's making quite the entrance, as she shows up just as her son Harry is about to be arrested. As fans will know, Jack Branning has been investigating the disappearance of Harry's ex-girlfriend Shireen. But little do they know, Jack has a hidden agenda and has been blackmailing Harry. Nicola is determined to help her son, and she'll waste no time clashing with Penny Branning, who has also been working with Harry to get revenge on her dad.
But it's not just Harry that Nicola is interested in helping. She's also keen to strike a deal with Phil Mitchell, who has been on a mission to buy out the local club, Peggy's. And it seems that Nicola has her sights set on buying it before her ex does. She'll also find herself at odds with former Mitchell matriarch Sharon Watts, after discovering her flirtation with Teddy.
Actress Laura Doddington is no stranger to the small screen, having previously appeared in shows like Doctors and Holby City. Her casting was announced last month, with Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw saying that Nicola is "feisty, strong and loves her family." Laura has also shared some insights into her character, revealing that Nicola is determined to reunite her family and fix any issues they have. She also described Nicola as "manipulative" and "a fixer", and hinted at some explosive scenes with Letitia Dean's character, Sharon. It seems that Nicola is not one for female friendships, and sees Sharon as an obstacle to her plans with Teddy.
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