April 26th 2024.
Next up, we have the talented Michelle Collins, who has become a beloved part of the iconic show, EastEnders. For years, she has brought life to the character of Cindy Beale, seamlessly fitting into the fabric of Albert Square. Michelle first took on the role in 1988 and played it until 1998, before making a shocking return in 2023 alongside Adam Woodyatt, who plays Ian Beale. Fans were left in awe as they watched her character come back to life 25 years after her supposed death. However, while she is adored for the drama she brings to the show, some viewers have expressed that they would like to see a darker side of Cindy. And Michelle has made a promise to deliver on those expectations.
During her appearance on The One Show, Michelle, who is also known for her role in Coronation Street, shared updates about her upcoming projects. One of them is a film called Stephen, which focuses on the journey of recovery and addiction. And towards the end of the show, she mentioned another film she is working on called Self Storage, which is based on the true story of a woman who lived in a storage unit for nine months during lockdown.
Alex Jones, the host of The One Show, couldn't help but comment on how busy Michelle's schedule is. She asked, "We're not going to see you disappear from EastEnders, are we?" To which Michelle jokingly replied, "Oh no, I still have my part-time job!" She then added, "My producer will kill me because I've talked about everything else except EastEnders!" It's clear that Michelle is passionate about her work and loves to keep herself occupied.
Speaking about her character on EastEnders, Michelle shared that Cindy will be getting even "badder." She corrected herself, saying, "Can I say badder? You can't say badder." She was then helped out by Roman Kemp, who suggested the word "worse." Michelle then continued to talk about the feedback she has received from fans, who have said that Cindy is "too nice." She also confessed to struggling with playing negative roles, such as Max, her character in the film Stephen, who is a loan shark preying on a gambling addict.
Michelle went on to reveal that she had never imagined reprising her role as Cindy after her character's death in 1998. However, she was pleasantly surprised when approached by the show's bosses. She also shared that her husband played a significant role in her decision to return to the show. With EastEnders being closer to her home now, Michelle gets to spend more time with her family, something that she cherishes.
The show has undergone many changes since Michelle was last a part of it in the 90s. She noted that there are only four original cast members left and that the show now has a much larger cast and produces more episodes per week. Despite that, Michelle has not had the opportunity to work with some of her co-stars yet, but she is hopeful that it will happen soon.
The audience was also asked to share their thoughts on what storylines they would like to see for Cindy Beale. Michelle's husband, Mike Davidson, also played a crucial role in her return to the show. Michelle expressed her gratitude towards him, saying, "He's very understanding if I was touring or filming away." And if you have any soap or TV stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via email - we would love to hear from you. You can also join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage.
In other news, EastEnders star Jessie Wallace recently revealed her real name to her fans, and it's not what they expected! Meanwhile, Queen Natalie Cassidy continues to rise as she shares some exciting news away from the show.
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