February 12th 2025.
Lindsey Coulson, a familiar face from the popular British soap EastEnders, has returned to our screens as Dame Stella Drake, the new head teacher in Waterloo Road. Fans of the show were delighted to see the talented actress join the cast for the new series of the beloved school drama, but for many, Lindsey will always be best known for her iconic role as Carol Jackson in EastEnders.
Lindsey first portrayed the feisty Carol from 1993 to 1997, and then returned for a guest appearance in 1999 before a five-year stint from 2010. Her character, Carol, has a special place in her heart as she has a strong connection to her former co-star Patsy Palmer, who played her on-screen daughter Bianca. In a twist of fate, Patsy's brother Harry Harris, who is now Lindsey's husband, entered her life through their work together on EastEnders.
The couple tied the knot in 2002 and have a daughter named Grace. Lindsey also has a daughter from her previous marriage to showbiz agent Philip Chard. In a recent interview with Good Housekeeping, Lindsey gushed about her marriage to Harry, saying that their love has only grown stronger over the years. She also revealed that their secret to a happy marriage is their deep conversations and shared interests.
Despite her successful career on EastEnders, Lindsey has ruled out the possibility of returning to the show, stating that in her mind, Carol has moved on and evolved as a person. She imagines her character living a peaceful life, reading books on a beach with a wonderful man by her side. Lindsey also expressed her love for Natalie Cassidy, who plays her on-screen daughter Sonia, and who recently announced her departure from the show after 32 years.
As for Carol's departure from Albert Square, she was seen riding off into the sunset on a motorbike, having separated from her partner David Wicks. Her absence was notable during important family events, such as her daughter Sonia's wrongful imprisonment for the murder of Debbie Colwell. With Natalie's departure, fans have been wondering if Carol will make a comeback, but Lindsey insists that her character has moved on and is doing well.
Lindsey can now be seen taking on the role of Dame Stella Drake in Waterloo Road, a strong and determined head teacher who is ready to take on any challenge thrown her way. The series airs on Tuesdays at 9pm on BBC One, and for those who can't wait, the whole series is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. If you have any soap or TV stories, videos, or pictures, be sure to get in touch with us – we'd love to hear from you and join the community by leaving a comment below. Stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage.
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