Well done & congrats to everyone at Eastenders for a fantastic episode. I have nothing but good memories from my time on EastEnders so it will be lovely to set foot back in Albert Square all these years later.. 'Since appearing in the very first episode of EastEnders, Leonard created a truly iconic character in Doctor Legg who will always be remembered. In his final moments, he tells Dot about how he met Judith at the anti-Fascist demonstration. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. You can unsubscribe at any time. Natalie Cassidy (who plays Sonia Fowler) said: 'I had the pleasure to work with Leonard. He attended First Baptist Church of During his time in Walford he oversaw suicides, abortions and murders and Mark Fowlers HIV storyline. WebBasic Professional Services of Funeral Director, staff and overhead $650.00 This is the basic charge to each family we serve for our professional assistance. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. David has fallen on hard times in Israel. His family released a statement. The statement concluded: 'His passion for painting and singing pre-dated his acting career and was equally as important to him. He decides not to tell Colin as worrying about his condition could bring on another attack although Colin may not have another attack for 20 years or so, choosing instead to tell Colin that he is overworked and anemic. In moving scenes, the pair reminisced about some of their most poignant memories together. Leonard's character was killed off on EastEnders in 2019, with the emotional storyline seeing him lose his battle with pancreatic cancer. Julia Smith (1985) This fee for our Uncles He lived in Hughestown for forty years and retired from Tobyhanna Army One of my all-time favourite characters. John, Tom and Peter were original cast members of the long-running serial drama, playing Nick Cotton, George Lofty Holloway and Pete Beale respectively. Harold Legg, played by Leonard Fenton, had reached the ripe old age of 98 but pancreatic cancer finally won the battle and in sad scenes at the end of tonight's episode. Emmerdale star confirms Paddy will 'find his humour' again amid suicide story aftermath, Zack and Whitney's tragic final goodbye to lost baby Peach in EastEnders, Corrie star warns evil Justin may tear Daniel and Daisy apart forever. Burial will follow at a later date in Independence, VA at Bridle Creek Cemetery. "Since appearing in the very first episode of EastEnders, Leonard created a truly iconic character in Doctor Legg who will always be remembered. Harold Legg Research Having appeared in the soap on multiple occasions until Nick was killed off in 2015, it was no surprise to see John rubbing shoulders with an array of the soap's biggest actors, including Steve, who has played hardman Phil Mitchell for over 30 years. Soap icon June Brown, 94, who played Dot Cotton, was not seen. Last seen on the soap as a baby, Annie is now 34 and The Sun Online can confirm Leon Legg Dr Legg returned last year as he broke the sad news to Dot that he had terminal pancreatic cancer. The star appeared in the very first episode of the BBC soap in 1985 and served as Walfords local GP for 12 years. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Dr Leggs final stint in the Square saw him visit old pal Dot Branning (June Brown), who was by his side when he died in 2019. There are some blasts from the pasts in EastEnders as some old favourites return to say a fond farewell to Dr Legg (Leonard Fenton) after his death. He worked in TV and film and his long stage career included time at the National Theatre and most recently the Royal Shakespeare Company. 24K 36,969. WebStorylines. 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 "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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EastEnders legend - or should that be Legg-end - Doctor Harold Legg will make his last appearance in the BBC soap early next year. Dr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick). 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. MrJames. Something went wrong, please try again later. Dr Legg went to medical school in the early 1940s where he met his wife. So sad that Dr. Legg has gone. Age Moving: After the service, his wicker coffin was taken away from the crematorium so he could be laid to rest. June 9, 1941 - July 9, 2022 EASTENDERS stars John Altman and Steve McFadden turned out to pay their respects at the funeral of Leonard Fenton on Wednesday. Following his death, his family shared the devastating news with fans. Our love and thoughts are with Leonards family and friends.". Dot prepares for her good friends demise and ensures that he is comfortable before she then sets about preparing a significant gift for him. The character was a close friend of Dot Cotton, played by June Brown, as he entertained her hypochondria and seemingly endless list of ailments. Dot was so devastated by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk to him. (Last Line), Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| We pay for videos too. Something went wrong, please try again later. She says he was at Cable Street and he replies that he was 9 years old at the time (making his year of birth 1927), but he was there. An #EastEnders icon from the very first episode. Stephen Patterson Thursday 10 Feb 2022 9:17 am Cast member of EastEnders attended the funeral Dr Legg star Leonard Fenton (Picture: Pixel8000) The actor Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died at the age of 95. Providing Patient-Centered Urological Care in the Shenandoah Valley MEET DR. LEGG After growing up in Newport News, VA, Dr. Stephen Legg attended Lynchburg College where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science and graduated magna cum laude. Linda opted for a houndstooth coat and a statement red lip for the occasion. Paying tribute to her co-star, Dot Cotton icon June Brown, MBE OBE, said at the time: I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985. Father "He felt privileged to have worked with some of the greats of the theatre, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller. Harold also disagrees with David's friendship with their secretary, Michelle Fowler, particularly when the two get drunk at a Christmas party, leave together and share the same bed. 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.. The EastEnders Twitter account marked the actor's passing, posting: 'Dr Harold Legg. The passing of Walford's first on-screen GP ties in with the 34th anniversary of the soap itself. 19 February 1985 Dot Branning (June Brown) welcomes Dr Legg back home after his stay in hospital but its clear that he is ailing quickly and doesnt have much time left. EastEnders stars were heartbroken as they arrived at the funeral of Dr Harold Legg star Leonard Fenton. Linda Davidson said about her return: EastEnders was my first proper family. 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. She said in a statement: "I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985. #EastEnders.'. This highly unethical move appalls David but despite this, Harold continues to refuse to tell Colin about his illness. 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