An EastEnders statement explained: "A bright child who is passionate about music, Rebecca can play the guitar beautifully but is not someone who would blow her own trumpet. She then sets about arranging Dots funeral and shares her memories of Dot with others. Bex finds out from Louise and Shakil that people are talking about her relationship and about her and Shakil not having sex. Martin gets unwittingly involved with a stalker,Sarah Cairns(Alison Pargeter), who tries to ruin his marriage. During her childhood, she becomes close friends withClare Tyler(Gemma Bissix) and the two are inseparable until Clare falls in with the wrong crowd at school and starts bullying Sonia but they reconcile before Clare leaves in 1998. Sonia starts dating Bex's teacher Gethin Pryce (Cerith Flinn) but is unaware that Bex is infatuated with him. In an interview with the press at the British Soap awards in. Sonia Jackson Bex goes round to Shakil's whilst his mother Carmel Kazemi and brother Kush are out and they have sex. Practice nurse at The Panesar House Surgery [9] Other storylines included a period where Sonia was bullied by her friend Clare Bates (Gemma Bissix) after she fell in with the wrong crowd at school. Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. She adopts a goth fashion style and insists on being referred to by her former name, Chloe, before deciding to go by Bex. Not knowing she is pregnant, Sonia goes into labour and gives birth to Martin's daughter. Occupation When Preston returns from Manchester, he and Bex become a couple. Sonia and Martin face further upset when they discover that their daughter's adoptive parents have died in a car crash. Subscribe to EastEnders . Her father, Liam Tyler was abusive towards Debbie, which led to them separating. She blamed the pain on. Introduced by Sonia Fowler (ne Jackson) is the daughter of Carol Jackson and Terry Cant, sister of Bianca, Robbie and Billie, mother of Bex and ex-wife of Martin Fowler. Martin, realising the situation may be his own fault, decides to have Bex live with Sonia, reasoning that she needs to spend more time with her mother. However, later in 1998 the producers asked Cassidy to return to the serial full-time, which she said she was "thrilled" about. She begins a relationship with Jamie Mitchell (Jack Ryder) who is later killed on Christmas Day 2002. However, this is revealed to be a lie as the man posing as her parent is actually Tom "Rocky" Cotton (Brian Conley). Sonia visits Jamie's grave and later returns to The Queen Victoria pub, and drunkenly berates Phil, Jamie's godfather, about his treatment of Jamie. EastEnders fans are predicting a steamy revenge love triangle for Ravi Gulati as he sets his sights on Denise Fox and her daughter, Chelsea.. Five years ago, Simon and his friends brutally beat up Ben and boyfriend Paul in a vile homophobic attack. She forgives him again and realises that she still has feelings for him. She discovers that Rebecca witnessed the slap and tries to silence her daughter, but Rebecca tells Dot at Pauline's funeral. Robbie Jackson Billie Jackson (deceased) Sonia and Martin's divorce is finalised. Carol has theBRCA geneand Sonia finds out she has inherited it. And how will Robbie react when he learns of his beloved Wellard's death? On the night of her leaving party, Bex writes a suicide note to her parents and attempts to overdose on pills. 87 "She wants to do well in life and make her parents proud, but it's this determination that will be the making or undoing of her.". Sonia is originally arrested for her murder, however, it transpires that Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks) is her killer. Sonia and her family move toAlbert Square. 1. Although I do have to tell mum hes back first.. Daughters 25. Staying in hostels, or sleeping on the . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Martin starts a relationship with Stacey Branning and moves in with her and her daughter Lily Branning. Rebecca returns when Carol Jackson tells Sonia about her breast cancer. Other known relatives Outside the church, Sonia bumps into Reiss Colwell, who reveals he was Dot's great nephew. They spend time touring the USA before settling in Manchester. Episode Count Martin believes he can repair his marriage, but Tina and Sonia share a kiss, which Martin sees. Sonia does not know she is pregnant until she goes into labour and Mo Harris delivers the baby. "[9], Early on in the character's narrative, Sonia was given a trumpet to play, which she did badly, infuriating her family and neighbours. Bex left EastEnders just last year after she decided to go travelling, while Carol has not been seen on the square since 2015. Despite pleas from Rebecca's adoptive parents, it is Sonia's step-grandmother, Dot Cotton (June Brown), who persuades Sonia to return the baby. She returned briefly[2] in 2010 along with other members of the Jackson family,[3] and re-appeared in the soap from 8 to 18 February 2010 and again in January 2011. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Sonia is released and decides to leave Walford for Manchester. Earlier this week, Zack learned he is HIV+ after former friend Brett shared his own diagnosis and encouraged him to get tested because they'd shared steroid needles. "Bex's story really hurts and hits home for me, been in that frame of mind and feeling like there's no way out, planning the same thing as Bex, but not getting as far as Bex as my loved ones clocked on, hard to say it out loud, you're not alone, I promise #EastEnders ," wrote another. Sonia and the Brannings try to help Tiffany and promise to pay off the drug dealers that Tiffany and her friend Evie Steele (Sophia Capasso) owe money to, in order for Tiffany to stay. The police and social services visit Bex, Martin and Stacey to ask about explicit photos Bex took of herself. [10] A BBC spokesperson added, "Natalie is a valued member of the EastEnders cast and we wish her all the very best during her break from the show". [8], Cassidy was 10 years old when she joined the soap as Sonia. The following morning, Sonia finds her unresponsive in bed. The nurse, who is still getting to know her estranged father Terry Cant, reaches out to her family to tell them he's arrived in Albert Square. 6th May 1985 The following morning, Martin wakes up in Sarah's bed. Cassidy commented, "it was all decided without doing that. Liam follows them to Walford and tries everything possible to break Nigel and Debbie up. She forgives him but Martin's behaviour continues and he is injured during an attack so Sonia throws him out. 2 December 1993 However, both regret getting divorced and they reconcile. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. In January 2014, Carol informs Sonia, who is having marital problems with Martin again, about herbreast cancerdiagnosis. Do you have a story to sell? Sonia is offered a job in Kettering and Martin and Stacey agree for Bex to live with them. Sonia is furious when she discovers Pauline and Martin have been seeing her daughter behind her back. They visit Rebecca's (Jade Sharif) guardian,Margaret Wilson(Janet Amsden), hiding their true identity but when Margaret realises who they are, she asks them to leave. BBC Wellard Devastated, Sonia announces this in the Queen Victoria pub and although she puts on a brave face, she breaks down in private. Travis leaves Louise's party and tells Bex that Louise needs her. ", Another posted: "Heartbreaking episode tonight. Sonia confides in Carol about her marriage problems and Carol advises her to try to stay together for Rebecca's sake. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Sonia, who is a nurse, was recently rocked by the shock arrival of her. On Friday, Sonia rushed her. She reveals to Ricky and Carol that Bianca has been hiding out with her at a B&B and is not in a good way. An upset Bex tells Stacey she has been dumped, who tells Martin and she is left embarrassed when Martin publicly has a go at Shakil. Sonia also visits Bex's school but does not mention Louise is part of the bullying when Bex asks her not to, which gives Louise hope that they can be friends again. [11], Despite Cassidy's departure being specified as a "break", Cassidy commented in 2008, "I feel that door's closed now and I need to go and do other stuff [] Maybe in nine years I might go back. 2005-2007: Adoptive Parents' Death and Return to Sonia, 2014-2020: School, Bullying and Suicide Attempt. 1993-2007, 2010-2011, 2014- For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Bex took an overdose on tonight's heartbreaking episode of EastEnders, The teenager was found unconscious in bed by her mum Sonia, Sonia panicked when she couldn't wake her daughter, She screamed as she called out to Bex who was unresponsive, Bex kept bursting into tears at her farewell party but no one seemed to notice her pain, She went home to take an overdose of tablets, She even wrote her mum and dad a suicide note, EastEnders viewers in tears as Sonia discovers lifeless daughter Bex after she takes overdose in suicide bid, Kerry Katona seen with bright pink hair as she runs errands in 200,000 Lamborghini in Cheshire, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). On 1 December 2022, Sonia receives a phone call from Ireland with the news that Dot has passed away. Sonia and Gus begin a second romance, which ends due to Sonia's lingering feelings for Martin. Bianca invites Sonia to her wedding to Ricky and Sonia attends alone. Nicknames After making peace with Martin, she takes a taxi and is about to leave Walford when she sees Martin and Rebecca obstructing the road; Martin has decided that he wants to go with Sonia. Shakil suggests to Bex they send explicit photos of themselves to each other instead of sex. Sonia and Martin receive their divorce papers. [21] Additionally, in 2004, Cassidy was awarded "best dramatic performance by a young actor or actress" for the role. Sonia is furious when she learns this and animosity in the Fowlers' home puts a strain on Martin and Sonia's relationship so she spends her time with a colleague, Naomi Julien (Petra Letang); feelings develop and they begin an affair. Bex later calms down and she says an emotional farewell. hope and we hope that others will be encouraged to start a conversation if they are worried about someone they know.". ", Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! The Fowlers reunite and leave as a family. In January 2018, it is discovered that Stacey has slept with Max, which subsequently fractures Martin and Stacey's relationship. Sonia is furious when she discovers Pauline and Martin have been seeing her daughter behind her back but eventually Sonia gives into her urges and grows closer to Rebecca too. Shakil hears the bullying through headphones and exposes it through the soundboard. Pauline responds with fire, threatening to cut her son from her life. EastEnders spoilers: Dotty Cotton's mum arrives full of abuse for her daughter. 25 with her and Bex. Although Sonia wants Bex to move in with them, Bex chooses to stay with Martin and Stacey. It follows heartbreaking scenes on Thursday night as Bex, who is played by. Your dads showing Billy how its done, said Billy. She blames herself. However Stuart is innocent and the perpetrators behind the attack are young youths. Martin moves back into the area and Rebecca (now played byJasmine Armfield) moves in with him, as she resents Sonia for leaving Martin. Natasha Butcher (deceased) Tiffany Butcher-Baker Whitney Dean (adoptive) #MentalHealthAwareness ". The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. They lock Tiffany in and finally release her when she agrees to speak up about the drug ring. Frank|Freddie Mercury|Freida|Genghis|Gilbert|Gloria|Gumbo|Heathcliff|Hercules|Joey|Joey|Lady Di|Lionel|Lovebirds|Mandoo|Marge|Marge (II)|Marilyn|Musty|Neville| List of appearances Rebecca will be with her mum when Sonia returns to Walford in the New Year. The pair eventually reconcile for their daughter Rebecca, however Sonia develops a feud with Martin's mother Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard) which ends when Pauline is murdered. She asks Bex for the whole truth and Bex insists it was just a kiss and asks Sonia not to report Gethin. Sonia is supported by Tina but Sonia backs away when Tina goes to kiss her as Sonia is unsure of her feelings. Fearing imprisonment, Sonia abducts Rebecca and goes on the run. Are Sonia and Martin still together? Several months later, following Madison Drake (Seraphina Beh), Alexandra D'Costa (Sydney Craven) and her former friend Louise Mitchell (Tilly Keeper) continuously bullying Bex, Sonia returns after Bex phones her in tears. Sonia starts dating Bex's teacherGethin Pryce(Cerith Flinn) but is unaware that Bex is infatuated with him. Tomorrow the teen will be rushed to hospital in an ambulance, and Sonia will be relieved when Bex wakes up. She returned full-time on 27 June 2017. Is Sonia related to Dot Cotton? One penned: "The storyline with Bex in #Eastenders is heartbreaking. Cassidy is quoted as saying "To be invited back to EastEnders is such an honour and I am very, very excited that Sonia is coming back. Plus the truth about Ricky Jr. Bex is devastated when Shakil is stabbed and killed in a knife attack in May 2018. Bex and Gethin kiss and after Bex's attempts to pursue him and he eventually confesses to Sonia. The nurse, who is still getting to know her estranged father. Sonia discovers that she may still be in love Martin and agrees to go on a date with him. At Dot Branning's wake, Sonia is sitting on the stairs with Reiss Colwell and grabs his hand and takes him upstairs. When Margaret has a fall and dies, Rebecca is given to Martin - with him now having sole custody of her and changing her name to Rebecca Fowler. I mean, she is family! [10] She was spotted doing improvisations at the Anna Scher Theatre School by Tony McHale and EastEnders' Casting Advisor Jane Deitch. Bex is furious and thinks Sonia is abandoning her. Preston encourages Bex to skip school and Preston gets Michelle to Sharon's house, where he is in bed with Bex, and Michelle realises Preston is using Bex to make her jealous. [9], In 1997, the actress who played Sonia's mother Carol decided to quit EastEnders. It was at this stage that the producers made a decision to write the majority of the Jackson family out. In 2005, Neil and Sue are killed in a car crash and Rebecca moves in with Sue's mother, Margaret Wilson. I've told bosses that it's a good time, when you think about it, as the Jacksons are back now as well. Sonia often acts as the voice of reason to Janine during this time, encouraging her to be honest with her partner Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) rather than reverting to her usual scheming ways. Half-Sisters 25 with her and Bex. Gender Margaret decides to make the Fowlers' Rebecca's legal guardians but does not include Sonia when she finds out about her lesbian fling. Sonia becomes depressed and begins to neglect her work and drink alcohol, until Gus helps her straighten her life out. Contents 1 Storylines 1.1 1993-2007 1.2 2010-2011 1.3 2014 to present 2 Background information 3 Gallery 4 See also Storylines 1993 - 2007 Sonia and her family move to Albert Square. Bex moves in with Martin and Stacey, but struggles to cope with the overcrowding until they move into Sonia's old house. When she returns, she tries to confess to her class but collapses before she can do so. Bex is upset and Shakil comforts her. Gethin then leaves Walford. "It is so easy for someone to feel ALONE in a room full of people. When Pauline is found dead later that day, Sonia fears that she caused her death. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Gethin subsequently resigns his job at the school and leaves Walford, and Sonia tells Bex that she has done nothing wrong. Not knowing she is pregnant, Sonia goes into labour and gives birth to Martin's daughter. Sonia is furious that the kiss happened weeks ago and throws Gethin out. Good luck with that one," Kathy told her. And on Friday (04.10.19), scenes will show her mother Sonia (Natalie Cassidy) break down when Stuart Highway arrives with the note Bex left in her bedroom before her suicide attempt. 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