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As of 2022 Ian has the third highest number of Cliffhangers/ Doof-Doofs of any character in EastEnders history with 221, only behind of Sharon Watts (247) and Phil Mitchell (356). It was reported on 19 May 2023 that Woodyatt would be returning to the show on a permanent basis in a storyline accommodating the return of Cindy, who was to make a return after 25 years, resurrecting her character from the dead. [22] It was confirmed by the BBC on 21 June 2023, following the airing of Cindy's return that, Woodyatt would indeed return on a permanent basis later in the summer alongside Collins. [23] A day later, Ian made his onscreen return. [24] Reception [ edit ] Ian Beale is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Adam Woodyatt. He is the drama's longest-serving main character and one of four remaining original characters, the others being Kathy Beale ( Gilian Taylforth), Sharon Watts ( Letitia Dean) and Tracey ( Jane Slaughter). The character appeared in his 2,000th episode in the show on 26 March 2007, [1] and his 3,000th on 27 May 2016. [2] Woodyatt took an extended break from EastEnders on 22 January 2021. [3] [4] He made appearances on 12 December 2022 and 22 June 2023, prior to a full-time return on 22 August. Because the actress playing Ian's mother Kathy ( Gillian Taylforth) was fair-haired, they also wanted him to be fair, and because of Taylforth's age he also had to look very young. Ian was meant to be 14 years old when the programme first aired, but because of licensing regulations, the actor cast was required to be a 16-year-old who could "play down". Adam Woodyatt, born in East London, had worked as an actor in his youth, but had given it up and relocated with his family to Wales. He was recruited from his old agency and it was decided that he was perfect for the part and he was subsequently cast as Ian Beale. [5] In 1990 Ian's age was increased and he celebrated his 21st birthday two years after his 18th. The producers felt Ian needed to be a bit older and more mature for storylines planned for him later that year. Enders' hitman pulls in 18m for Beeb". The Mirror. Trinity Mirror. 9 October 1996. Archived from the original on 11 January 2016 . Retrieved 15 December 2010.
The pair first began dating just to make Simon jealous, but soon they ended up getting in a real relationship. They married, with Ian believing he was Steven's real dad, with it later being revealed that he was in fact Simon's. By then, Ian and Jane find their marriage in trouble; Jane wants to adopt a child for her and Ian to have, but his reluctance to agree with her suggestion results in the pair breaking up with each other. Soon Ian manages to convince Jane to give him another chance, and she agrees after adopting Bobby. Cindy later finds out from Anna that George is selling their bar in Marbella, Cindy tells Ian that she plans to demand half of the money from the sale from George. When Cindy tells George that she wants half the money he reluctantly agrees, Cindy later kisses George but he pulls away but both are seen by Gina who believes they both kissed. Gina later tells Ian and Elaine about Cindy and George's kiss but both forgive them.Betty (II) | Blue | Boots | Bronson | Chips | Chops | Corky | Craig | Crush | Crystal | Dalgliesh | Dave | Eric Smith, Aidan (18 October 1996). "Deadly Cin's on her way". The Mirror. Archived from the original on 11 January 2016 . Retrieved 15 December 2010. Tutton, Charlotte (15 August 2020). "EastEnders' Ian Beale written out of soap as actor Adam Woodyatt takes 'extended break' ". Mirror. Archived from the original on 15 August 2020 . Retrieved 16 August 2020. Hobson suggests that Ian's saving grace is that he is a "passionately caring father" [9] and Woodyatt has suggested that Ian is a chameleon, a description he claims former Executive Producer Louise Berridge used to describe the character. [6] Woodyatt commented in 2010, "Whatever [Louise Berridge] wanted Ian to do, she'd find a way of justifying it. It's true. He can be nice to his family but he can be devious with them as well. He can stitch people up but can be very generous. You can get away with doing anything with Ian. It's probably why I'm still here." [6] Cindy Beale [ edit ]
Ian was voted one of the top five television characters "we most love to hate" in a Channel 4 poll in 2001. [25] In 2009, Ian Beale came ninth in a poll by British men's magazine Loaded for "Top Soap Bloke". [26] Woodyatt has received a number of award nominations for his portrayal of Ian, including a Best Actor nomination at the 2010 British Soap Awards and a nomination for Best Performance in a Serial Drama at the 2012 National Television Awards. [27] [28] In 2013, Woodyatt received the British Soap Award for Lifetime Achievement at the 2013 ceremony. [29] Following thirty years of service to EastEnders, Woodyatt was awarded with his first Best Actor accolade at 2015 British Soap Awards. At this ceremony, he also won Best On-Screen Partnership alongside Laurie Brett. [30]
Why did Ian Beale Leave EastEnders?
BBC – EastEnders: Vote now for the National Television Awards!". Archived from the original on 11 November 2020 . Retrieved 21 December 2019. Chris Clenshaw, the show's executive producer, teased: "Cindy's been sorely missed from our screens, and we're delighted that she'll be returning to Walford, alongside Ian, permanently later this year. Warner, Sam (15 August 2020). "EastEnders' Ian Beale to take break from soap as part of big storyline". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Archived from the original on 28 January 2021 . Retrieved 17 May 2021. In 1999, Ian has a serious romance with the manager of his bric-a-brac shop: Mel Healy. Eventually she proposes to Ian but ends up developing platonic feelings with gangster Steve Owen in the process; soon Mel and Steve sleep together in the build-up to her wedding with Ian.
For far too long, you have settled for calendars, featuring themes such as “pooping dogs” and “laughing cats” – which have served their purpose. But fear not! The king now presents to you the crème de la crème of the calendar world – the C@ca C@la. He proudly claims, “There’s something for everyone here at the Calendar King’s castle.” In August 2020 it was announced that Adam Woodyatt would be taking an extended break from the show. Ian temporarily departed from the series in January 2021. In May 2021, Woodyatt was asked on The One Show about how long his break would last, and he stated it would be about 2022 "the earliest" due to his over commitments in the upcoming months. This break marks the longest period of time Ian has been absent from the show. In June 2022, he ruled out any plans to return at the time being.Ian Beale is one of the original twenty-three characters written by the creators of EastEnders, Tony Holland and Julia Smith. He has gone on to be the longest-running character in the soap's history.
In 1990 Ian's age was increased, and he celebrated his twenty-first birthday two years after his eighteenth. The producers felt Ian needed to be a bit older and more mature for storylines planned for him later that year. Ian has gone on to be the longest running character in the soap's history. Woodyatt confirmed his desire to remain with the show in 2010, during the show's 25th anniversary: "Why would I want to leave when I'm not going to get the chance to portray even half the range of emotions I get to here in a one-off drama or a six-part series? And you're not going to get the same viewing figures either. You have your moments when things go wrong and you perhaps don't want to work with a certain person. In any office there are going to be people who don't get along but you get on with it and on the whole I enjoy it. Over the last couple of years we've had a really tight crew and it's the best atmosphere I can remember. There have been peaks and troughs, like with any show, but right now things are good." [6] Characterisation [ edit ] How am I going to look after them [Peter, Bobby, and Cindy Jr.]? I've got nothing left. I've got nothing left!" (To Phil, in the aftermath of Lucy's murder)
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McGarry, Lisa (4 April 2007). "Eastenders: Ian Beale Chalks Up 2000 Episodes!". Unreality TV. Archived from the original on 20 August 2008 . Retrieved 3 August 2009. a b c d Neil, Beth (12 February 2010). "EASTENDERS EXCLUSIVE ADAM WOODYATT ON BEING IAN BEALE". The Mirror. Trinity Mirror. Archived from the original on 11 January 2016 . Retrieved 15 December 2010.
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