This causes a fight between Mitch and Gray, and Gray abuses Chantelle in response to his anger. EastEnders - Gray Atkins Attempts To Kill Chelsea Atkins - 10th March 2022 Gray trying to kill Chelsea. As she lies there dying, a shocked Gray leaves the house to set up an alibi. [22] Of her casting, Plummer said, "Just like the majority of the UK, I grew up watching EastEnders. EastEnders spoilers - Gray's next villainous move revealed - Digital Spy While in hospital, Whitney visits him in the hope that he will not press charges against Kush. After confirming that Chantelle is dead, he begins constructing his alibi. All characters are introduced by the show's senior executive producer, Kate Oates, and executive producer, Jon Sen, or his successor, Chris Clenshaw. Emmerdale watchers know Amy as Tracy Metcalfe but they were not expecting to learn that she could be dating the EastEnders star after they publicly stepped out together. He follows them down into the tube station. He promptly attacks Chelsea and nearly chokes her to death, but she fends him off and he flees when the police break into his house. While Gray is seen to have a soft spot for others around him, he has a dark side to him, his abusive behaviour. [19] It was announced on 20 December 2018 that the character would be joining the series in 2019, when senior executive producer Kate Oates commented, "The Taylor family are set to be complete when Chantelle arrives in Walford and Chantelle certainly has that feisty Taylor streak. They both argue and Gray strangles Tina before she can leave his house. Additionally, multiple other characters appear throughout the year. On 30 January 2023, it was announced that Ash would be leaving the show after three and a half years and will be written out in the spring. [76] After footage of the arrest, featuring DI Thompson, is recovered, Jack shows it to Keegan and Tiffany.[77]. The man is revealed to be Leo and he picks her up in his car. Upon learning that Tina's body has been found and that her death is confirmed, Gray begins to fear that his arrest is inevitable; he plans to escape with his children and Chelsea along with Jordan. In an attempt to avenge Tina, Shirley tries to strangle Gray but Mick stops her as he doesn't want her to get arrested. When Phil gets arrested for the attack on Ian later on, Gray visits Ben and offers to represent Phil. I've known it wasn't going to end well for Chantelle for a while now and although it was a shock to find out her fate, far too many men and women suffer in silence so I hope that by raising awareness we can ultimately save lives. The family is described as a British Asian family of Punjabi Sikh heritage. Things are set to get a whole lot louder in Walford in 2019. Kush gives up and says goodbye. "[22] Gray made his first appearance on 29 March 2019. When, A bus driver who also entered the same phone in competition as. 1 Albert Square (2019-2022; still owned by Gray)Prison (2022-) Bailey says Dinah hated the colour blue and says she made lucky guesses based on what she had found out about Bailey. - EastEnders EastEnders - Gray Atkins Nearly Tries To Stab Whitney Dean (22nd October 2021) Gray contemplating stabbing Whitney. Unbeknownst to them, Chantelle was killed during an altercation with Gray. Tubbs and Martin realize that they have been set up and Martin brutally attacks one of the men. In a fit of rage, Gray forcefully pushes Chantelle onto a loaded dishwasher, where she is impaled by kitchen knives. He was unnamed until episode 5990 on 9 September 2019. Gray shouts at her saying their dinner, which they planned for the night, is ruined. [52] Wells expressed his delight in joining the cast, adding, "I'm really excited to be joining the EastEnders team and seeing what's in store for Leo". Portrayed by TBC Introduced by Kate Oates Jon Sen Gender Male.png Male First Appearance 27 December 2021 First Mentioned 13 December 2021 Credits List of appearances Duration 2021- Episode Count Ongoing Other names Jordan Fox Address 1 Albert Square (2021-) Status Alive Age 3 months Date of Birth 26 December 2021 . However, Leo arrives in Walford and begins menacing Bianca. [80] Thompson and Callum meet again after Phil offers Callum information about his future deals. Bianca warns Leo to stay away. They talk to, A police officer who tries to negotiate with, The judge of the hairdressing competition. Karen breaks down in tears as the police car drives away. She spots Adam Bateman (Stephen Rahman-Hughes) and begin an affair while he is in a relationship with Honey Mitchell (Emma Barton). [52] Executive producer Jon Sen also added "Bianca's return sparks a gripping new story with the arrival of Leo King a dark and misguided figure who has grown up with the stigma of being the son of a convicted paedophile. On her casting, Garcha said "I am thrilled to be a part of the Panesar family! "[59] Of his casting, Adatia said, "My younger self would never have believed I'd be on EastEnders. Shirley smashes a glass bottle onto Gray's head before smacking him with a barstool. Stephen Patterson Thursday 10 Mar 2022 7:55 pm. Toby-Alexander Smith has been nominated for several . Tubbs and Ben are arrested when Martin confesses to Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) that they have been operating in illegal activities. When asked what she would want for Ash in the future, Garcha stated that she "love for Ash to keep unravelling".[50]. EastEnders spoilers follow. Michaela arrives in Walford after finding out that Leo has been staying there, and when she finds out that he has been in contact with Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), who her ex-husband groomed, she tries to force him to go home with her. [58] He is the eldest of three brothers, the others being Jags (Amar Adatia) and Vinny (Shiv Jalota). Chantelle and Kim resolve their differences, but their feud ignites again when they argue over attending to Rainie Branning (Tanya Franks). He attempts to stop Whitney from going with him but he fails. Actor History: Toby-Alexander Smith (03/2019-03/2022) Character History: Gray abuse Chantelle Atkin (2019-2020) Gray kill Chantelle Atkins Exsanguination after being pushed onto a dishwasher shelf full of knives by Gray Atkins 18 September 2020 They eventually marry on Christmas Day 2021, but Chelsea later discovers Grays abuse on Chantelle, when Whitney sends her screenshots of Chantelles revelation of the abuse that she posted online. [67] Months later, the Panesars learn that Jags has gotten on the wrong side of a gang in prison, and Kheerat makes an agreement with Ben to arrange protection for him. If it means people are talking about the storyline, calling the character out on his behaviour, and if it's getting people out of these domestic abuse relationships, then, you know, it's fine."[35]. However, during a conversation with Gray and his bedridden father on 17 September 2021, this is revealed to be a lie. Gray Atkins is a fictional character on the BBC soap opera Eastenders . With Gray's permission, Chantelle agrees to work at the salon and they plan on relocating to Walford with their children Mia and Mackenzie. While in the kitchen, Chantelle accidentally cuts her wrist with a glass, and Gray takes her to the hospital immediately. On-screen, Whitney stabs Leo in self defence after he tries attacking her with a knife.[53]. Habiba arrives in Albert Square alongside her sister Iqra. 10 March 2022 "[59][60], Vinny arrives on Albert Square with his brothers in search of their sister Ash Kaur (Gurlaine Kaur Garcha). Upon its inception, the award was voted for by a panel, until in 2006, it opened as a publicly-voted category. Danny Hardcastle (Paul Usher) and Midge (Tom Colley), associates of Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), are introduced next, followed by Chantelle Atkins (Jessica Plummer), the daughter of Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) and Mitch Baker (Roger Griffiths). A British Asian family of Punjabi Sikh heritage, Kheerat, Jags and Vinny are three very different brothers who turn up in Walford looking to settle a score however, fate quickly takes a hand and they find themselves staying for good. When Thompson taunts Stuart about Callum, he punches him, knocking him out. Bernadette Taylor (2011-2020) Bailey Baker (2011-2020)Libby Fox (2021-) After shouting at Chantelle, she decided she wants to go to her mother's house to stay away from any possible abuse, However, while attempting to leave, Gray punches her from behind, making her fall to the ground near the door. EastEnders villain Gray Atkins . In the wake of Gray's arrest, blame between Karen ( Lorraine. The character and Harris's casting were announced on 9 August 2019.[43]. Whitney gives Gray an idea to jump from the bridge which would result in his death. Gray is now apprehended by police and is being escorted to the car. Shyanna is a psychic who Bailey Baker (Kara-Leah Fernandes) contacts to feel closer to her deceased mother, Dinah Wilson (Anjela Lauren Smith). A police inspector later told Gray that the witness was found to be unreliable, however, in an attempt to have Tina leave the Square, Gray tells her that he was told the story checks out and that she needs to leave Walford. Beige (by Kim Fox) Habiba Ahmed, played by Rukku Nahar, makes her first appearance in episode 5871, originally broadcast on 19 February 2019. On 30 September 2021 Sheree made an unannounced exit from the show. With such a tragic ending bound to be shocking for the audience, hopefully it serves as an important reminder of the devastation domestic abuse causes, especially at the moment. This worries Gray as he realises Tina's body might be found. Mitch reveals to his ex-girlfriend Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) that Dinah suffers from multiple sclerosis and that Bailey is her carer. The character and Smith's casting were announced on 11 March 2019. Excited to see her children, Chantelle is again ready to leave with them, when Gray turns up and ruins her plans again. Mick punches Gray before rushing to aid his mother, giving Gray time to leave. Mia and Mackenzie have no idea that Gray is abusing Chantelle and after returning home from a family holiday to Southend, they are devastated to find out that Chantelle has died. He clashes with Phil's lawyer, Ritchie Scott (Sian Webber), when she pauses the interview. The character and Colley's casting were announced on 19 March 2019. When Kheerat, Jags and Vinny move into a flat belonging to Adam Bateman (Stephen Rahman-Hughes), Kheerat attempts to make amends with Ash. [73] When Phil hands himself into the police for the causing a boat crash on the River Thames, DI Thompson questions him about this and his involvement with Keanu. On 28 December 2020, Tina Carter had an altercation with Ian Beale where she forced entry into his house and assaulted him, Tina pushed him into a table and left Ian unconscious. People struggled for a while to differentiate me as an actor and the character Gray Atkins. On 21 September 2020, Gray is questioned by police about Chantelle's death. When Chantelle dies, Mitch goes to tell her. "[34] Smith also revealed that people have struggled to differentiate him from his character, explaining: "It got very loud on social media. However, when she questions Chantelle on what has been happening with her and her husband, Chantelle vehemently denies any abuse. ", To many women on the Square as a way of asserting dominance: "Or what? Whitney assumes Phil and Ben had Kush killed for grassing them up, and accidentally runs over Phil's romantic partner Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) with Gray's car in an attempt to attack Phil and Ben for their supposed actions. Bailey asks what Dinah's favourite colour was, to which Shyanna says blue. [41] Later on in March that year, Kheerat attempts to get a confession from Gray over Chantelle. Phil goes to hit Midge but Keanu stops him. Gray is forced to leave and Whitney breaks down in tears. [22] Mackenzie made his first appearance on 12 April. EastEnders reveals aftermath of Gray and Kheerat's shock showdown Daniel Cook, played by Ade Edmondson, is a love interest of Jean Slater (Gillian Wright). Dinah Wilson, played by Anjela Lauren Smith, makes her first appearance in episode 5869, broadcast on 14 February 2019. When Bailey returns home from a football game, she is shown to be a young carer for her mother, Dinah Wilson (Anjela Lauren Smith), who is suffering from multiple sclerosis. The character and casting were announced on 11 March 2019. She eventually decides to leave with their children and her secret crush, Kheerat Panesar (Jaz Deol), in an attempt to escape her ordeal; however, Gray discovers her plan and confronts Chantelle on the night she is supposed to leave. Midge almost overpowers Phil but Phil overpowers Midge and finds out where Louise is. Later, Jack speaks to DI Thompson while he is having a cigarette. [71], DI Thompson is first seen as a colleague of Jack Branning's (Scott Maslen), when they witness Callum Highway (Tony Clay) attacking Leo King (Tom Wells) and break up the fight. Jordan atkins | Eastenders fanipedia Wiki | Fandom She is followed by her mother Dinah Wilson (Anjela Lauren Smith) who is introduced the following month. She hits him over the head and then Mitch arrives, telling Bailey to keep quiet but she says she is bored so he says he will get her a football to play with. At the station, Jack speaks to him about Keegan's arrest. Habiba is great fun to play and I'm so happy to be working alongside Priya. Realising his mistake, Kush warns Gray about an oncoming train and he helps him off the track. He drops the glass of milk onto the floor and moves some toy cars around on the floor, making it seem like Chantelle had slipped on one of them and fell onto the knives. Calli Kitson Saturday 5 Mar 2022 9:00 am. A social worker who is in charge of monitoring, A doctor at Lowe Park private health clinic, who is visited by, A receptionist at the private clinic where, A woman who attends an addiction support group run by, The prosecution barrister in the rape trial of, A teacher at Walford Primary School. Toby-Alexander Smith. Patch|Mr Pickles|Posh and Becks|Pretty|Prince|Prince (2008)|Robbie and Georgie|Rolf|Roly|Rooney|Sammy|Starsky and Hutch|Sugar|Terrence|The Carter/Branning puppies|Tramp|Wellard|Wellard (II)|WillyWilly (II)|Ziggy |, Serving a prison sentence for all of his crimes after pleading guilty, Darwin Cantlow - Gray Atkins' Letter of Suspension, Gray Atkins Termination of Employment Letter. I do think there is a shortage for representation of Punjabi families especially on TV so it's amazing to be a member of Walford's first Punjabi family. Jack blackmails Thompson into giving up his pursuit of Phil unless he wants his dodgy dealings revealed. Iqra is speechless and Habiba gets in a taxi and leaves. Gray attempts to comfort Whitney after Kush's death, however, she lashes out at him and accuses him of killing Kush. At the same time Kheerat enters a relationship with Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean). [20] On 5 March 2019, it was announced that Plummer would be playing Chantelle. Gray accuses Kush of ruining Whitney's life and the pair end up having a scuffle, which results in Gray on the tracks. On 7 March 2022, Gray is questioned by police about the discovery of Tina's body. 2019-2022 Research Ash is introduced as the bisexual Sikh girlfriend of Iqra Ahmed (Priya Davdra), with whom she has been in a relationship with for over a year. Father [58] He is the second eldest of the three Panesar brothers, the others being Kheerat (Jaz Deol) and Vinny (Shiv Jalota). Bailey is a girl who is in Mitch Baker's (Roger Griffiths) van when drug addict Craig (Andrew Armitage) tries to break in. In September 2019, Daniel reveals that his cancer has returned and is now terminal, and Jean promises to care for him. On 25 February 2022, Phil Mitchell discovers Tina's body after smashing the Argee Bhajee floorboards with a bat in a fit of rage. After he leaves, Gray confronts her and angrily tells her to leave, before he punches and cracks a mirror in the living room. However, Leo slams her to the ground and hits her with his briefcase. Since March 2019, he has appeared as solicitor Gray Atkins in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Jack explains that he viewed the body camera footage from the arrest and is unsure whether Keegan is responsible, which annoys DI Thompson as he sees this as Jack not trusting him. He heads to Minute Mart, where he purchases a glass of milk. He persuades him to come back to Walford and tell Jean the truth but he refuses. In June, Daniel Cook (Ade Edmondson) joined, later followed by Jonno Highway (Richard Graham), the father of Stuart (Ricky Champ) and Callum "Halfway" Highway (Tony Clay). He tried to save her but to no avail. It is then Chantelle's parents, Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) and Mitch Baker (Roger Griffiths), learn about Tina's death and all the accusations against Gray. Alive He is known to be a hard-working solicitor who seemingly appears devoted to his wife and their children. Smith was shortlisted for Best Villain at the 2020 Inside Soap Awards but lost out to Ian Bartholomew (who plays Geoff Metcalfe in Coronation Street). [32][33], On 12 July 2019, it was revealed that Gray domestically abuses Chantelle, with EastEnders working closely with Women's Aid in order to portray the issue sensitively and accurately. Whitney begins to cry but still holds Gray back from falling. After Vinny attacks Martin Fowler (James Bye) and it is revealed that Jags is in a secret relationship with Habiba Ahmed (Rukku Nahar) and no longer wants to be involved in the family business, Kheerat is dismayed to learn that his mother Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) has arranged for Jags to be arrested for Vinny's crime. 1. He is sentenced to 4 years in prison. When she brings up her annoyance with it, Iqra pulls her into a kiss in front of the Walford residents. 276 Midge tells Phil he needs compensation and threatens Louise. When Daniel asks about the appointment, she tells him that they have not got her results yet. 8. [2] [3] Contents 1 Life and career 2 Filmography 2.1 Stage 3 References 4 External links Life and career [ edit] Relationships/Known relatives [60] Jags is described as someone who "has always struggled in the shadow of his older brother and despite his best intentions, nothing ever seems to go to plan for try-hard Jags leaving Kheerat and the rest of the family constantly unimpressed. Gray is forced to leave the flat as the kids hug Karen for protection. Thank you @bbceastenders for welcoming me into one of the biggest soaps in the country! Vinny eventually tracks her down, and reveals to her that their mother, Suki (Balvinder Sopal), is dying of cancer. Tonight's episode aired Toby's final scenes in the role of Gray, who finally got his. Denise confronts her and tells her to leave. 28 Mar 2022. Two months later, Kush visits the hospital to give some magazines on Jean's behalf and bumps into Daniel. Doof Doof Count First Appearance 29 March 2019. Jonno returns two months later, wanting to find out how Callum's wedding went. [60] Vinny is described as "the golden boy of the family; he's sweet, bright and has been indulged since the day he was born. To be part of that next generation of people representing my identity is a blessing. When she is accused of attacking Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) at The Queen Victoria public house, Gray briefly volunteers to legally represent her. He is later released from Police Custody. First Appearance List of EastEnders characters (2022) - Wikipedia EastEnders spoilers: Gray Atkins arrested as his reign of terror Karen and Gray have a small altercation before Karen smashes her window and tells the police about Gray's whereabouts. It was announced on 6 March 2019 that the character would appear for a "short period over the spring". Gray moments after killing Chantelle Atkins. 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Toby-Alexander Smith: everything you need to know about the EastEnders Whilst in E20, Whitney confides with Leo about her past relationships and he tries to push for more information about her relationship with his father, but he fails to get it. The character and casting were announced on 11 March 2019. tav volleyball sold. Chantelle and Gray go to an appointment together where he reveals that his father abused him and his mother when he was young (later revealed to be a lie).