Over the years, EastEnders has featured numerous surprise celebrity cameos, ranging from fleeting appearances to memorable guest roles. Here are some notable examples:
🎤 Robbie Williams (1995)
In 1995, shortly after leaving Take That, Robbie Williams made a brief cameo in EastEnders, appearing in the background of the Queen Vic pub using the payphone. OK! Magazine+7BBC+7Digital Spy+7
🎬 David Walliams (2003)
Comedian David Walliams appeared in the 2003 Christmas Day episode as Ray, a fake registrar hired to conduct Kat and Alfie Moon’s wedding. The ceremony was part of a humorous subplot that added a festive twist to the episode. The Irish Sun+4The Celeb Report+4EVOKE+4
🎤 Emma Bunton (1991)
Before achieving fame as Baby Spice in the Spice Girls, Emma Bunton had a role in 1991 as a troubled schoolgirl who mugged and attacked regular character Jules Tavernier. Daily Star+4Digital Spy+4EVOKE+4
🎧 Nick Grimshaw (2013)
Radio 1 DJ Nick Grimshaw took on a “soap-bombing” challenge in 2013, making cameo appearances in various soaps. In EastEnders, he appeared as a caretaker during a Christmas OAP party, walking through the community centre behind characters Patrick Trueman and Cora Cross. BBC+4OK! Magazine+4Digital Spy+4
🎠Amanda Holden (1994)
Amanda Holden, now known for her role as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent, appeared in 1994 as Carmen, a market seller involved in a humorous subplot. This early role was one of her first acting jobs after drama school. The Celeb Report+2The Sun+2The Irish Sun+2
âš½ Harry Redknapp (2021)
Former football manager Harry Redknapp fulfilled a personal dream by appearing in EastEnders in 2021. He played himself during a football-themed episode, meeting character Rocky in Albert Square and enjoying a pint at the Queen Vic. EVOKE+1BBC+1
👑 Prince Charles and Camilla (2022)
In a special episode to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, then-Prince Charles and Camilla made cameo appearances as guests of honor at a street party organized by Mick Carter. Their visit added a royal touch to the festivities in Albert Square. EVOKE+1Daily Star+1
These surprise appearances have added unique moments to EastEnders, blending the fictional world of Albert Square with real-life personalities. If you’re interested in more details about these cameos or others, feel free to ask!
