October 22nd 2024.
Fans of the popular soap opera EastEnders were in for a pleasant surprise as they tuned in to the start of the latest season of DI Ray. Annette Badland, who famously portrayed the cunning Aunt Babe on EastEnders, made a guest appearance in Sunday's episode of the ITV detective drama. Annette is well-known to soap fans for her portrayal of Aunt Babe Smith, a devious and manipulative character who wreaked havoc on the Carter family during her time on the show from 2014 to 2017.
Her storylines on EastEnders were nothing short of dramatic, as she was revealed to be a baby farmer, convinced Abi Branning to lie about being pregnant, and even attempted to rob the iconic Queen Vic after leaving her sister Sylvie to die. Aunt Babe's final appearance on the show saw her being disowned by her family and cursing the beloved pub, never to be seen again. Since then, Annette has gone on to star in various other shows such as Midsomer Murders, Big Boys, Plebs, and most recently, Ted Lasso.
In her latest role on DI Ray, Annette plays Liz, a pawn shop worker who becomes a suspect in her boss's disappearance. Fans were thrilled to see her back on their screens, with one viewer even declaring that she deserves to be recognized as a Dame for her exceptional acting skills. Annette also recently made an appearance in the third season of Netflix's heartwarming LGBTQ+ series, Heartstopper.
But Annette wasn't the only familiar face for soap fans in Sunday's episode of DI Ray. Lucy Speed, who previously played Natalie Evans on EastEnders, also made an appearance as Susan Denvers. Lucy had two stints on the BBC soap from 1994 to 2004, and it was a delight for viewers to see her back on their screens.
As DI Ray continues to unravel its latest case, fans can expect more surprises and familiar faces to pop up along the way. If you have any soap or TV related news, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch with us – we'd love to hear from you. And don't forget to leave a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage.
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