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An EastEnder in real life, her talent won her a place at drama school aged seven and she took on the Albert Square role of Kerry Skinner aged 17. "The deaths of Zachary and Amon have compounded their grief and they have lost two entire generations of their family to a violent and completely senseless act of murder at the hands of Simpson-Kent.". Cosmopolitan, Part of the Hearst UK Fashion & Beauty Network. Of the man who was found guilty of her sister and nephews' murders, she said: "I want him to face justice. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. A former EastEnders actress and her two sons were murdered by her partner as she planned to leave with the children, a court has heard. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. After initial concerns about his whereabouts, the then-48-year-old soon became high on the police's list of people to speak to. The Met has referred the case to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) over its handling of the investigation. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. The knight in the background of the clip and Kathy's comments to Linda about protecting her friends from danger could back this theory. The problem with TikToks Bold Glamour filter, Who has Dua Lipa dated? [5], On 6 January 2016, the Metropolitan Police referred itself to the Independent Police Complaints Commission over its handling of the inquiry. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. The bodies had not been formally identified, but it was clear they belonged to Sian, Zacary and Amon. Nina Wadia was born on 18 December 1968 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. The court was told Arthur and Sian had an "unhealthy" relationship, and that the move would not have included her partner. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), Doctor Who (2005) and Clocking Off (2000). Tony was arrested on suspicion of murder and a search of their flat found drops of blood in the bathroom and kitchen as well as a missing knife. He was not given his full rights, including access to legal counsel. Actress Sian Blake was tragically found dead in January 2016 aged 43, with her partner Arthur Simpson-Kent later convicted of murdering her and their two sons and sentenced to life in prison with. Her most notable role was in the BBC soap opera EastEnders, in which she played Kerry Skinner. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? See production, box office & company info. Ms Blake played Frankie Pierre in 56 episodes of EastEnders between 1996 and 1997 and had been living with motor neurone disease before she died. Throughout his time in the soap, the character of Archie had left a trail of treachery and misery in his wake. Just weeks ago, his new flame Chelsea Fox found one of her earrings in Gray's car but after lying about that too, he was able to get rid of the evidence. She was initially signed on a six-month contract, but subsequently had her contract extended. The court heard that Ms Blake's illness and her "unhealthy" relationship led her to consider selling their home and moving back in with her family. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Something went wrong, please try again later. Sian Blake, 43, Zachary, eight, and four-year-old Amon. EastEnders fans were reeling as Tina Carter died on the BBC soap - murdered by Gray Atkins, with many unsure how he killed her. The brother of the former Eastenders actor, Gemma McCluskie has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 20 years for her murder. It's enough to make Shirley and Mick think Tina is back and might need them, so a search begins. Police immediately went to Sian's house where they were greeted by Simpson-Kent, who told officers his partner and their two sons had gone to see a friend in Cambridge. She has been married to Raiomond Mirza since 4 July 1998. Go to Ghana one way or Die (sic).". Tina Carter died in a recent EastEnders episode with actress Luisa Bradshaw-White bowing out of the role - but how did she die? Ms Blake played Frankie Pierre in 56 episodes of EastEnders between 1996 and 1997. Get exclusive celebrity stories and shoots straight to your inbox with OK! TV Shows. Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. One of the character's central storylines involved an affair with a regular male character which ended his on-screen marriage. is a registered trade mark of Reach Magazines Worldwide Limited and is used under licence by Reach Magazines Publishing Plc. She was in hospital for quite a while and whether her condition has progressed I don't know.". St Clement played the iconic Pat Butcher during her time on the show, but when the character . EastEnders viewers believed they've worked out who overheard Suki Panesar and Eve Unwin talking about their secret affair during a tense cliffhanger moment during Thursday's episode. She initially auditioned for the minor part of a nurse, but was encouraged to audition for the more long-term role of Frankie after impressing producers. Ravi Gulati is currently caught up in an on/off affair with Denise Fox, It was the looks on the faces of Kathy Beale and Suki Panesar during the flashforward that gave a major hint. I will be honest it's many years since I last watched EastEnders, so was u aware of the tragic events that had occurred to two of its stars. We are entirely satisfied that the judge was entitled to reach that conclusion and on that basis we dismiss the application. Many . "After 7 awesome years it's time for me to move on and get excited about other projects! The window cleaner was jailed for life and ordered to serve a minimum of 20 years. With Denises partner Jack Branning currently investigating Ravi for his dodgy dealings, could his investigation also extend to Nish too? Police immediately focussed their attention on discovering Arthur Simpson-Kent's whereabouts, and when it was revealed he had fled to Ghana, police travelled to the African country with an arrest warrant to bring him home. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. EastEnders airs Mondays and Fridays at 8pm, and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One. She was previously married to Philip Chard. Sian Blake's killer was arrested in Ghana. Gray wrapped up her body and disposed of it, before claiming to Shirley and Mick that she'd fled. She was looking very thin and frail and I think her mum was worried about that. Gemmas brother Tony finally admitted to killing his sister during a 2013 trial at the Old Bailey. My brother is angry. EASTENDERS fans are predicting a horror murder twist for Suki Panesar. Actress: EastEnders. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Mark Heywood QC, prosecuting, said: "The evidence suggests, and this much is not disputed, that, on the night of December 14, 2015, the defendant killed each of them in turn with heavy, deliberate, repeated blows with a blunt instrument not since recovered, and then by cutting and stabbing them with a bladed weapon in a way that ensured their deaths. Arthur Simpson-Kent had taken off in Sian's car, and was nowhere to be seen. Zachary, Sian (pictured in EastEnders) and Amon were found dead at their London home, Arthur Simpson-Kent was first arrested on a beach in Ghana by local police, The couple's sons Zachary (in orange) and Amon, were also killed, Simpson-Kent was arrested in the coastal village of Butre, Ghana, Harry: I always felt different to rest of family, US-made cheese can be called 'gruyere' - court, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Canadian grandma helps police snag phone scammer, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress. Ms Blake and her sons Zachary, eight, and four-year-old Amon vanished on December 13 and were found buried in the garden of their family home in Erith, Kent, on January 5. He wouldnt even be the first character to meet a grisly end in the pub, with the show already having set a precedent for multiple murders within the establishment. EastEnders fans were reeling as Tina Carter died on the BBC soap - murdered by Gray Atkins, with many unsure how he killed her. Something went wrong, please try again later. Of the referral, the Metropolitan Police said "The Metropolitan Police has today, Wednesday 6 January, made a voluntary referral to the Independent Police Complaints Commission in relation to the Sian Blake missing person investigation. Gemma McCluskie was murdered by her older brother Tony, then 35, in the flat they shared in Shoreditch, East London, during a row over an overflowing bath. Simpson-Kent pleaded guilty to three counts of murder in June 2016 and later lost a challenge against his "whole-life" sentence. Truth proved stranger than fiction, when in events more extreme than those in the show, two actresses from EastEnders (1985) were murdered just 4 years apart by those closest to them.Truth proved stranger than fiction, when in events more extreme than those in the show, two actresses from EastEnders (1985) were murdered just 4 years apart by those closest to them.Truth proved stranger than fiction, when in events more extreme than those in the show, two actresses from EastEnders (1985) were murdered just 4 years apart by those closest to them. [3], Blake and her two children were reported missing on 16 December 2015; three weeks later their bodies were found at Blake's home in Erith, London. I am leaving EE at the end of the year! When interviewed by detectives in Accra, he claimed there had been a murder-suicide pact between him and Ms Blake because of her illness - but nothing was written down. [5], Blake was born in Walthamstow, London, in 1972, and attended the Guildford School of Acting. EastEnders serial killer Gray Atkins finally faces a comeuppance on the BBC soap next week, following the murders of Chantelle Atkins, Kush Kazemi and Tina Carter At conservative gathering, Trump is still the favourite. Deputy Detective Superintendent Hansen Gove, from the Ghanaian police, said at the time he was "incredibly proud to have brought in a fugitive so quickly and calmly, without injury to anyone". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Ms Blake and her sons Zachary, eight, and four-year-old Amon vanished on December 13 She had spoken to her mother, Lindell Blake, about the four of them moving in with her but her mother said Simpson Kent could not come, which Ms Blake "appeared to accept". 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Truth proved stranger than fiction, when in events more extreme than those in the show, two actresses from EastEnders (1985) were murdered just 4 years apart by those closest to them. One of the most popular theories so far is that Nish Panesar will be the one to die, as most if not all six women involved in the storyline have possible motives to want him dead. The partner of former EastEnders actress Sian Blake has admitted murdering her and their two children. The murder of former Eastenders actress Sian Blake and her two sons - why did it happen and who killed them? Calling him out over his lies, she also soon brought up his wife Chantelle's death - before appearing to work out how she really died. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Ms Blake and her sons Zachary, eight, and four-year-old Amon vanished on December 13, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. The character was killed off in brutal scenes, with some fans speculating another twist could be on the cards. Evil Gray Atkins killed Tina and made it look as though she was on the run, after she uncovered that he had killed his own wife Chantelle just three months earlier. When he returned in 2005, the couple reignited their relationship and moved in together before having their two children, Zachary and Amon. With Denise seen holding a possible murder weapon, could Nish have pushed her too far by threatening to go public with her secret? Former EastEnders actress Wendy Richard has died at the age of 65, her agent has confirmed. Given Nishs personality and the fact he isn't afraid to go against Sharon or the Mitchells, could he push them too far? [9] Simpson-Kent's lawyer, Justice Srem-Sai, claimed that he should be released from prison until official extradition proceedings were underway. Triple killer Arthur Simpson-Kent faces life behind bars after . They started a murder investigation. [18] Simpson-Kent did return to the UK on 12 February 2016 and was arrested at Heathrow Airport, following which, he was charged with the murder of Blake and their two children. After disposing of her body, he made it seem as though she was in hiding after she was wrongly accused of trying to kill Ian Beale. The back garden of the house was only thoroughly searched in early January after murder squad detectives were called in. Simpson-Kent admitted to killing Sian and their boys and is currently serving a life sentence. Her acting credits include Joe Guy, Love's Labour's Lost, and Twelfth Night, while directing credits include Oxford Street at the Soho Theatre and The Burial at the Almeida Theatre. Cosmopolitan participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. In a message to a friend, he said: "I can't go into details about what I have done but I only have 2 choices. He used a friend's card to book a 900 flight to Ghana. Nish's behaviour towards Suki has escalated in recent months, could the other women kill him while defending her? We love you.". This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. In her impact statement, Sian's mother Lindell Blake said: "We live knowing that Sian and the children would have been scared, terrified before that monster slaughtered them in their home, a place they should have felt safe and secure. Here, we take a closer look at all the hints that suggest Nish could be the murder victim. They have one child. Cat is Cosmopolitan UK's features editor covering women's issues, health and current affairs. [14] On 7 January investigators confirmed that the bodies had been identified as Blake and her two children, and said that they had each died from head and neck injuries. In January the case became a murder investigation and on January 6 2016, Sian and her son's bodies were found buried in shallow graves in the family's back garden.