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EastEnders ‘finally’ signs up The Bill and Casualty legend for new role as fans rejoice

EASTENDERS has ‘finally’ signed up a star of The Bill and Casualty for a new role – leaving fans delighted.

Yesterday it was revealed that Vicki Fowler would be returning to Albert Square after 21 years to attend the funeral of her uncle, Martin.

Photo of three actors from EastEnders standing by an Albert Square sign.
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EastEnders has ‘finally’ signed up a star of The Bill and Casualty for a new role – leaving fans delighted[/caption]
Alex Walkinshaw, who plays Ross in EastEnders, standing by an Albert Square sign.
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Alex Walkinshaw has joined as Vicki Fowler’s boyfriend, Ross[/caption]
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Alex is best known for his role as Smithy in The Bill[/caption]

The role has been recast, with actress Alice Haig taking over from previous star Scarlett Alice Johnson.

However, some EastEnders fans were more excited to learn that a star of two other huge shows will be joining as Vicki’s new partner, Ross.

Ross will be played by Alex Walkinshaw, who is best known to TV viewers as Dale ‘Smithy’ Smith in The Bill and Adrian ‘Fletch’ Fletcher in Casualty and Holby City.

Having also starred as PE teacher Jez Diamond in BBC school-based drama series Waterloo Road, fans think it’s long overdue that the actor join EastEnders.

Taking to X, one wrote: “Great to see @WalkinshawAlex finally in EastEnders.

“Always thought it likely once The Bill finished and of course he was then great in Waterloo Road, Casualty and Holby #EastEnders.”

Another added: “Alex Walkinshaw / Smithy from The Bill!!!!What great casting with various shows apart from The Bill he’s been involved with.”

A third tweeted: “Alex Walkinshaw is perfect for EastEnders. He was incredible in the Bill.”

Speaking of his role as newcomer Ross, Alex said: “I am really excited as I’ve had so many friends on EastEnders throughout the years, and I always hear lovely things about it.

“The show is top draw drama and I can’t wait to get stuck in. Ross is a decent, hardworking family man, he always puts family first, and he is very in love with Vicki, but it’s not always plain sailing.”

Vicki and Ross will be joined by his son Joel, played by newcomer Max Murray.

Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw said of the castings: “We’re delighted to have the very talented Alice, Alex and Max with us.

“Vicki is back under the most tragic of circumstances, representing her distraught mum Michelle, and she’s changed a lot since we last saw her.

“We’re excited to let viewers get reacquainted with Vicki and to introduce Ross and Joel to the Square.

“It won’t be long before Vicki and this new branch of the Fowler family are making waves in Walford.”

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Alex Walkinshaw as Adrian "Fletch" Fletcher in Holby City.
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He also won a legion of fans as Fletch in Casualty and Holby City[/caption]

EastEnders airs on BBC One and is available on BBC iPlayer.

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‘Say goodbye to your job’ – Fans convinced UFC star will be SACKED after starting brawl post-fight as security intervene

FANS are convinced that Nikolay Veretennikov will be sacked after starting a brawl.

The UFC star was beaten by Austin Vanderford at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday evening.

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Nikolay Veretennikov lashed out at Austin Vanderford[/caption]
US debutant Vanderford winning a UFC fight by technical knockout.
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The pair were separated by security[/caption]
US debutant Vanderford winning a UFC match via technical knockout.
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Vanderford gestured back at Veretennikov[/caption]

Veretennikov, 35, was outclassed in the two rounds as he lost by technical knockout in UFC Fight Night 252.

Vanderford agreed to take on the fight just four days prior and claimed his 13th MMA career victory.

The referee called time on the fight at four minutes and 13 seconds into the second round.

However, it was the aftermath of the fight that caused the biggest stir on social media.

Veretennikov took exception to the result and shoved Vanderford from behind.

Security jumped to intervene and break up the two rivals as Vanderford crudely gestured towards Veretennikov.

The incident has convinced fans on social media that Veretennikov could face tough disciplinary action.

One posted: “Might not be in the UFC by Monday! Lol.”

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A second commented: “Say goodbye to your job.”

A third wrote: “Good way to get fired.”

Dana White at UFC 312.
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Dana White understood that Veretennikov was frustrated[/caption]

A fourth said: “Easiest way on planet earth to lose your job.”

Another added: “Bro getting cut on the spot lmao.”

The Kazakhstan fighter has previously won Championships with Fury FC and UFL.

However, he has struggled since transitioning to the UFC and has now lost back-to-back bouts.

UFC CEO Dana White was asked if there would be any punishment for Veretennikov in a similar manner to Paul Daley’s banning for punching Josh Koscheck after the fight ended.

He said on TheMacLife: “He punched. Paul Daley punched Koscheck in the face. Listen, yeah, it’s never good when you go over.

“But, you know, I don’t know why he went after him [Vanderford]. I understand he was upset with the referee.

“What Paul Daley did was completely different.

“You should see what goes on back here after the fights.

“You guys would f**king be crying forever if you knew what went on — you’re writing f**king all kinds of stories.

“And what are you gonna do to them? And believe me, that was nothing.”

Vanderford reacted to the moment after the fight and insisted that the referee saved Veretennikov.

He said: “Of course, our emotions are running.

“He starts talking s**t and he calls me a b***h and I’m like who is cut up and who is getting their ass beat.”

UFC fighters awaiting their bout at Climate Pledge Arena.
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Vanderford won the fight in the second round[/caption]

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Amy Adams’ Batman Voice Was So Good It Blew Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill Out of the Water

Amy Adams has earned a lot of praise for her performances throughout her career. Hailed as one of the most versatile actors of recent times, the actress has made her mark in most genres out there. However, for many fans seeing her as Lois Lane on the big screen was a dream come true. The […]

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