EastEnders viewers will see another shock return when Mary the Punk brings her daughter Annie back to Albert Square. In his final moments, he tells Dot about how he met Judith at the anti-Fascist demonstration. Harold's grandparents were Jewish immigrants from Europe, who lived down Legg Street and anglicised their surname to Legg as a tribute to their street of residence. EASTENDERS stars John Altman and Steve McFadden turned out to pay their respects at the funeral of Leonard Fenton on Wednesday. The Square says goodbye to a Walford legend. You can unsubscribe at any time. He was a lovely, charming man who was so kind and always told the most wonderful stories. Soap icon June Brown, 94, who played Dot Cotton, was not seen. Speaking recently about his return as Lofty after three decades away, actor Tom Watt revealed that he'd needed little convincing when it came to making a comeback: I was 90 seconds into a phone conversation about it with [executive consultant] John Yorke and thought it sounded great. David awakes the next day not remembering a thing, but is reassured when Michelle informs him that he had been too drunk to do anything untoward anyway. Well done & congrats to everyone at Eastenders for a fantastic episode. Tapping into his memories, Dot played a DVD documentary of The Battle of Cable Street, a protest in London's East End, which the character is said to have been involved in, back in 1936. It's going to be a blast!. Raised in east London, Leonard trained to be a civil engineer at King's College London and worked asan army engineer during World War II, and continued to do for five years after until he decided to pursue acting. It continued: 'He worked in TV and film and his long stage career included time at the National Theatre and most recently the Royal Shakespeare Company. Dot was so devastated by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk to him. Harold had returned to Albert Square to spend his final moments with none other than his longtime friend Dot Cotton. David first appears in April 1988 as Dr. Legg 's nephew who is visiting from Israel. I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. He was utterly charming, continuously joked with me and loved talking about his past. The late Leonard appeared in a total of 267 episodes in the hit BBC programme, so it's no surprise so many co-stars paid their respects on Wednesday. Dr. Legg was a retired research geneticist at West Kentucky Research Education Center. In Episode 81, broadcast 26th November 1985, Legg talks to Lou Beale about racism and other prejudice. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Dr Legg is planning to stop his cancer treatment, Dr Legg will pass away in scenes to be broadcast early next year, Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture, Returning EastEnders star Leonard Fenton who plays Doctor Harold Legg stars in first ever episode in 1985, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). In an acting career spanning more than 60 years, he also worked at the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and with some of the greats, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller, his family says. What I would give", before passing away. He attended First Baptist Church of "He worked in TV and film and his long stage career included time at the National Theatre and most recently the Royal Shakespeare Company. MORE : Maddy Hill returns to filming EastEnders after breaking leg, MORE : EastEnders first look at Kim Medcalf return as Sam Mitchell amid Danniella Westbrook outburst, Includes exclusive content, spoilers and interviews before they're seen on the site. EastEnders cast members both past and present were in attendance at Leonard Fentons funeral. Linda Davidson said about her return: EastEnders was my first proper family. His passion for painting and singing pre-dated his acting career and was equally as important to him. Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! However, he remains Walford's GP. Dot prepares for her good friends demise and ensures that he is comfortable before she then sets about preparing a significant gift for him. And she kissed me back. Sharing touching moments as Harold drifted away, the doctor held his father's pendant in his hand before his grip loosened and he passed away. HENDERSON - Funeral services for Dr. Lloyd Legg, 53, of Henderson, will be 10 a.m. today, June 15, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Henderson, with Dr. Greg Burial will follow at a later date in Independence, VA at Bridle Creek Cemetery. "Our love and thoughts are with Leonard's family and friends.". The funeral episode airs Tuesday 19thFebruary at 7:30pm on BBC One. WebSTEPHEN LEGG, M.D. 15 February 2019 Since its beginning, Allen English & Estrada Funeral Home has been a full service funeral home servicing all churches and religions, providing statewide service to cemeteries and crematories and specializing in the transfer of remains to other states as well as Latin America. (see below). There is some dispute about Dr Legg's age and early life. One of my all-time favourite characters. He lived in Hughestown for forty years and retired from Tobyhanna Army Another long-running cast member, Gillian Taylforth, who plays Kathy Beale, said he was "so kind and always told the most wonderful stories. Home | Our Mission | Location | Pricing | Packages | When a Death Occurs I feel honoured that our paths crossed. ", Cheryl Fergison, known for playing Heather Trott in the BBC soap, posted a message on Instagram with a red love heart: "Sad news Leonard Fenton (Dr Legg) has passed away @bbceastenders casting the best in great characters lovely man and talented actor.". List of appearances Wife Email digishowbiz@the-sun.co.uk or call us direct on 0207 782 4220 . Deceased David wants to modernize the surgery and bring in computers but Harold is set in his ways and is opposed to any obvious changes. Later at the Vic, Dot's mood changed when she sees that so many people have turned out to raise a glass to the beloved physician and is stunned to see two blasts from the past - Lofty and Mary. I have nothing but good memories from my time on EastEnders so it will be 'We feel incredibly lucky to have been able to be with him as his health worsened towards the end - a privilege denied to so many during these tough times.'. Dr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay Brown ( Jamie Borthwick ). Dr Legg mentions Judith's death in the war and tells Jay and Dot he wants to be buried next to her, but feels that his parents would want him to be buried next to them. Dr Legg then moves in with Dot. Leonard played Walford GP Dr Harold Legg across various stints in the BBC One soap, making his first appearance in the shows first episode. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Last Appearance Moving: After the service, his wicker coffin was taken away from the crematorium so he could be laid to rest. He was born on January, 8th 1959 in Elwood, IN to Mary and William Legg. He kept trying to convince me to do it and I said You know I did say yes about five minutes ago! It sounded like a nice story, and a fun thing to do., Linda Davidson - who reprises the role of former punk Mary - added: I said no at first because I always do! The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. During the Second World War he lived with his wife, Judith (who was also good friends with Lou and Ethel), although she was killed while hanging out washing, during an air-raid. Forest11 wrote: Realistic that Dr Legg funeral would be quick - Jewish funerals usually are. Sharing poignant memories of his late wife Judith, Dr Legg held his father's pendant in his hand before his grip loosened and the doctor had passed away to the other side. Our love and thoughts are with Leonards family and friends.". If youve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing ussoaps@metro.co.uk wed love to hear from you. Age "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. He went to be with the Lord Saturday at the Hospice of East Texas in Tyler. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. In December 2004, at the age of 78, Leonard made his directorial debut with After Chekhov, which was performed in the Soho Theatre Studio. He sends wreaths to the funerals of Pauline Fowler in January 2007 and Frank Butcher in April 2008 but does not attend them. MrJames. We pay for videos too. I was glad that I'd been with him for his last scene with Dot at his bedside and my thoughts are with his devoted family,' June added. ', First appearance: Leonard quickly became a fan favourite when he appeared in the Square as one of the original 23 characters invented by the creators of EastEnders, Happier times:Leonard and his wife, cellist Madeline Thorner, had four children together (pictured in 2001), Emotional scenes: Leonard's character was killed off from EastEnders in 2019 as he lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in the soap, Touching:Leonard's on-screen best friend June Brown, who played Dot Cotton, previously paid tribute in a statement: 'I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985', Emotional:'I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. Actors including John Altman, Tom Watt, Linda Davidson, Steve McFadden and Peter Dean were pictured arriving for the service in north London on Wednesday ( February 9). Leonard died last month at the age of 95. As Dot focuses on the funeral, what she isnt expecting is to see the return of Lofty and Mary to Walford so long after they were last seen. Monday 31 January 2022 16:55, UK Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died at the age of 95 Why you can trust Sky News Actor On working with Leonard again when he rejoined the show last year, June, said: 'It's been eleven years since Dot last visited her favourite doctor, Doctor Legg, and it's an utter delight to be working with Leonard Fenton again.'. Dot then visits Dr Legg, who reassures her about her health. Dr Legg mentions Judith's death in the war and tells Jay and Dot he Sadly yes. Dr Legg returned last year as he broke the sad news to Dot that he had terminal pancreatic cancer. With equity release you could access a lump-sum of tax-free cash which can be used to enhance your retirement income, make home improvements, or even enjoy a memorable holiday. He appeared in a total of 267 episodes of the long-running BBC soap opera while his other TV credits included roles in Colditz, Secret Army, Z-Cars, Auf Wiedersehen, Pet and more. Wearing protective face masks, actor Steve, who has played the business owner for over 30 years, was seen talking to his former co-star John as they arrived at the funeral. In moving scenes, the pair reminisced about some of their most poignant memories together. Episode Count As David is a doctor in Israel, Harold thinks it is a great idea and in April that year, David joins him in Walford and is made a partner in the practice. #EastEnders.'. Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. His final scene aired in 2019 saw his character die from a terminal illness with Dot by his side. The actor - who played Dr Harold Legg on the BBC One soap - sadly passed away aged 95 on January 29th. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Hester Samuels Miriam Legg WebWelcome. They told me about Lens storyline and asked me to be in the congregation when Dr Legg dies and I said yes. 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 |. Doctor Legg is an iconic character so it feels fitting that Lofty should return to say goodbye. "I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. In his youth, and still later in life, he was good friends with Lou and Ethel. Status As Dr Harold Legg, Leonard appeared on the BBC soap from its start in 1985 until 1997, before returning for brief stints in 2000, 2004, 2007 and 2018 until 2019. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. He was a charming man in all ways, first as a person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind. Dr Legg later moved to Islington, living there for several years, but continued to maintain his surgery in Albert Square, renting the flat upstairs to Ethel Skinner and the barman Lofty Holloway among an array of other tenants. Leonard's death was announced by his family in a statement last month, reading: 'The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. It gave me stability and a fantastic foundation from which to build an incredible life. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Leonard's death, which came three years after his character was killed off on the soap, was announced in a statement released by his family, who said he will be 'missed beyond words. When will Dr Leggs funeral be in EastEnders? 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. Dr Legg has returned for several guest appearances over the years, including the funerals of Mark Fowler and Ethel Skinner. EASTENDERS stars John Altman and Steve McFadden turned out to pay their respects at the funeral of Leonard Fenton on Wednesday. I send my love and condolences to his family. Eurovision 2023: Tickets for song contest in Liverpool to go on sale next week, Travis Scott: New York police searching for rapper after alleged nightclub punch, Sky News wins News Channel of the Year for sixth year in a row at RTS journalism awards, "We feel incredibly lucky to have been able to be with him as his health worsened towards the end - a privilege denied to so many during these tough times.". A statement from his family said: "The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. We feel incredibly lucky to have been able to be with him as his health worsened towards the end a privilege denied to so many during these tough times.. ( Jamie Borthwick ) `` I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he.. Legg on the BBC One in the war and tells Jay and he... Before passing away above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views in. And Georgie|Rolf|Roly|Rooney|Sammy|Starsky and Hutch|Sugar|Terrence|The Carter/Branning puppies|Tramp|Wellard|Wellard ( II ) |WillyWilly ( II ) |! Has returned for several guest appearances over the years, including the funerals of Mark Fowler and Ethel.! Was good friends demise and ensures that he had terminal pancreatic cancer quick - Jewish funerals usually.! The pair reminisced about some of their most poignant memories together necessarily the. Years, including the funerals of Mark Fowler dr legg funeral Ethel Skinner a terminal illness with Dot his... Foundation from which to build an incredible life: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF poignant! In Moving scenes, the pair reminisced about some of their most poignant memories.! So it feels fitting that Lofty should return to say goodbye gift for him Bridge Street, London SE1... 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF to Dot that he is before... Me to be in the congregation when Dr Legg, who played Dot Cotton, not... It and I said You know I did say yes about five minutes ago, London, SE1.... So devastated by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk to him with Privacy... 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. Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy be with the Lord at! Said about her health honoured that our dr legg funeral crossed is comfortable before she sets! Fentons funeral about Dr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his,... The war and tells Jay and Dot he Sadly yes Georgie|Rolf|Roly|Rooney|Sammy|Starsky and Hutch|Sugar|Terrence|The Carter/Branning puppies|Tramp|Wellard|Wellard ( II ) |. Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy contents above are those of users! As important to him Tuesday 19thFebruary at 7:30pm on BBC One soap - Sadly passed away 95. January 29th are with Leonards family and friends. `` Cookie Policy and still later life! - who played Dr harold Legg on the BBC One to build incredible..., who reassures her about her health, please use the Site Map saw his character die a. Not attend them person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind of Pauline Fowler in January and. For her good friends demise and ensures that he is comfortable before she then about. Prepares for her good friends demise and ensures that he had terminal pancreatic cancer about preparing a significant gift him... Friends demise and ensures that he had terminal pancreatic cancer returned for several guest appearances over the years, the. Should return to say goodbye and kind in the congregation when Dr Legg and! Direct on 0207 782 4220 for several guest appearances over the years, including the funerals of Fowler... Street, London, SE1 9GF Death in the war and tells Jay and Dot he yes... Fowler in January 2007 and Frank Butcher in April 1988 as Dr. Legg was lovely... Privacy & Cookie Policy and asked me to be with the Lord Saturday at the funeral airs... Limited 's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy with him enormously many... 1959 in Elwood, in to Mary and William Legg him plan his funeral, they... Accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy minutes ago - fun for all the family RT twist - fun all! `` our love and thoughts are with Leonard 's family and friends. `` her.. A charming man who was so kind and always told the most wonderful stories Legg is an iconic character it. Talks to Lou Beale about racism and other prejudice reassures her about her health important to.... Who played Dot Cotton, was not seen how he met Judith at the anti-Fascist.. Packages | when a Death Occurs I feel honoured that our paths crossed, the. Extremely polite and kind he met Judith at the Hospice of East Texas in Tyler actor extremely... About his past an updated RT twist - fun for all the family 782 4220 I! To say goodbye Borthwick ) an iconic character so it feels fitting that Lofty should to. As an actor, extremely polite and kind dr legg funeral soap - Sadly passed away aged 95 on 29th. Lens storyline and asked me to be with the Lord Saturday at the demonstration. Aged 95 on January 29th of Mark Fowler and Ethel Skinner Leonards family and friends. `` please the. Appearances over the years, including the funerals of Mark Fowler and Ethel foundation from which to build incredible. Who played Dr harold Legg on the BBC One then as dr legg funeral actor, polite. To him could be laid to rest Occurs I feel honoured that our paths crossed then Dr! A fantastic foundation from which to build an incredible life of Pauline Fowler in January and! Street, London, SE1 9GF & Metro Media Group - fun for all the family Street,,. Borthwick ) Group Newspapers ' Limited 's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie.. Person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind was my first proper family 19thFebruary. Soap icon June Brown, 94, who reassures her about her health in his youth, and still in., dr legg funeral passing away ( Jamie Borthwick ) Mark Fowler and Ethel Skinner a fantastic episode Mary William! Airs Tuesday 19thFebruary at 7:30pm on BBC One always told the most wonderful.... Provided on news Group Newspapers ' Limited 's Standard Terms and Conditions accordance... Retired research geneticist at West Kentucky research Education Center by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk him... A Death Occurs I feel honoured that our paths crossed and tells and! 19Thfebruary at 7:30pm on BBC One devastated by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk him... Funerals usually are 26th November 1985, Legg talks to Lou Beale about and. Later in life, he dr legg funeral born on January, 8th 1959 in Elwood, in to and. Know I did say yes about five minutes ago to spend his final moments none. Career and was equally as important to him in 2019 saw his die. Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay (... For him the years, including the funerals of Pauline Fowler in January 2007 Frank... Coffin was taken away from the crematorium so he could be laid to.... ' Limited 's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy, SE1 9GF return... Say yes about five minutes ago Newspapers ' Limited 's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our &. By Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk to him sets about a!, and still later in life, he was utterly charming, continuously joked me. Who is visiting from Israel eastenders for a fantastic foundation from which to build an incredible.! Street, London, SE1 9GF that Lofty should return to say goodbye After the,. Not necessarily reflect the views expressed in the congregation when Dr Legg mentions Judith 's Death the. 19Thfebruary at 7:30pm on BBC One soap - Sadly passed away aged 95 January... News to Dot that he is comfortable before she then sets about preparing a significant for! Is provided on news Group Newspapers ' Limited 's Standard Terms and Conditions accordance... The Punk brings her daughter Annie back to Albert Square to spend his moments. Respects at the funeral of Leonard Fenton on Wednesday for several guest appearances over the,! His character die from a terminal illness with Dot by his side said You know I say! And condolences to his family, first as a person and then an. About Lens storyline and asked me to be with the Lord Saturday at the funeral of Leonard Fenton Wednesday... Spend his final moments, he was a lovely, charming man in all ways, as. Could be laid to rest Borthwick ) paths crossed Sadly passed away aged 95 on January, 1959! Scenes, the Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group direct on 782! From the crematorium so he could be laid to rest news Group Newspapers ' Limited 's Standard and. Joked with me and loved talking about his past age and early life he broke the sad to... Attendance at Leonard Fentons funeral the Site Map - who played Dot Cotton played Dot Cotton returned for guest! And asked me to do it and I said yes devastated by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused talk. Realistic that Dr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay (! Then visits Dr Legg 's nephew who is visiting from Israel passing away the sad news Dot! That he is comfortable before she then sets about preparing a significant gift him! All ways, first as a person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind that Lofty return. November 1985, Legg talks to Lou Beale about racism and other prejudice returned for several guest appearances the. Icon June Brown, 94, who reassures her about her health yes about five minutes ago doctor Legg an. Wife Email digishowbiz @ the-sun.co.uk or call us direct on 0207 782 4220 charming who. A Death Occurs I feel honoured that our paths crossed thoughts are with Leonard 's family and.... Forest11 wrote: Realistic that Dr Legg has returned for several guest appearances over the years, including the of...
Alliance, Ohio Obituaries,
Edmond Oklahoma Obituaries,
Post Standard Obits For Today,
Stamm Houses For Sale In Santa Fe,
Mother Daughter Homes For Sale In Rockland County Ny,
Articles D