The following morning, Sonia finds her unresponsive in bed. Bex works alongside Michelle at the caf and she snaps at Michelle when Madison and Alexandra make remarks about them and Preston. Bex is found locked in the cupboard and she is encouraged to perform following her ordeal. Bex is then tricked by them into putting mud covered in chocolate in her mouth, which the film and tell her it is cat faeces. Sonia and Martin receive their divorce papers. This makes Sonia distraught and preoccupied with Rebecca. Bex and Louise make amends and Bex decides to go the prom with Shakil. I just got on with school and all that". It follows heartbreaking scenes on Thursday night as Bex, who is played by Jasmine . It is revealed that Sonia is hiding a secret from her time in Kettering meaning she no longer wants to return there. Standby for trouble. During a conversation with Carol, Sonia reveals she and Martin are no longer together and she and Rebecca are back living in London while Martin remains in Manchester. Sonia meets Bex's teachers before returning to Kettering. The baby, who is named Chloe, is subsequently given up for adoption and renamed Rebecca, despite protests from Martin's mother Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard). Uncles After Bex tells Sonia that she has had sex, Sonia, Sharon Mitchell and Honey Mitchell, talk to her and Louise about the pressures and consequences of sex, but Bex reveals that she has not had sex. Bex overhears Martin talking negatively about her to Stacey. Plus the truth about Ricky Jr being the father of Lily's baby is revealed, while Reiss re-enters Sonia's life thanks to a major new development regarding Dot. Sonia and Martin and their daughter Rebecca leave Walford as a united family for the United States. 25 with her and Bex. First Appearance "If you need help call out talk to someone you don't need to be or feel alone. Eastenders have cast young actress Jasmine Armfield to play Sonia Fowler's daughter Rebecca on the soap. They visit Rebecca's (Jade Sharif) guardian, Margaret Wilson (Janet Amsden), hiding their true identity but when Margaret realises who they are, she asks them to leave. The hate crime left both Ben and Paul injured, but Paul could not be saved in heartbreaking scenes. Their slow introduction was a deliberate attempt by the programme makers to introduce the whole family over a long period. She barricades herself inside her house, leaving Neil and Sue, understandably upset about Sonia's actions. Shakil hears the bullying through headphones and exposes it through the soundboard. One distraught viewer wrote on Twitter: "Very powerful sat in tears very well done #Eastenders. None of the actors cast as the Jackson family were matched for appearance or screen compatibility. Jamie Mitchell (2000-2001; deceased) Naomi Julien (2006) Tina Carter (2014-2016; deceased) Gethin Pryce (2017) Ethan (2021) Reiss Colwell (2022) For me, to be reunited with the original Jacksons is a dream come true and I think it will be a fantastic storyline. An unhinged Janine begins blaming Sonia for holding her back from her games with Mick, meaning she could lose the "best" thing she has ever had in her life - better than her daughter Scarlett . Her granddaughter Sonia (looking like a Tudor lady-in-waiting) stood up to give a beautiful eulogy at the church, but was repeatedly cut off by other members. Terry was trying to show off his salesman skills after watching Billy Mitchell on his market stall. Meanwhile, one resident is trying to hide a secret as another faces a HIV ordeal. Reenie Branning Dot Branning (step) Eileen Yeah, I cant wait for Bex to meet him now, Sonia said. Despite pleas from Rebecca's adoptive parents, it is Sonia's step-grandmother,Dot Branning(June Brown), that persuades Sonia to return the baby. When Preston returns from Manchester, he and Bex become a couple. After Tina drunkenly humiliates Sonia at an awards ceremony and Sonia rejects her, Tina has sex withSophie Dodd(Poppy Rush) and regrets it, but before she can tell Sonia, Sonia reveals she has found a lump in her breast. EastEnders fans are predicting a steamy revenge love triangle for Ravi Gulati as he sets his sights on Denise Fox and her daughter, Chelsea.. Sonia discovers that she may still be in love Martin and agrees to go on a date with him. Something went wrong, please try again later. Martin returns to Walford and Sonia is angry with Martin for being absent. #MentalHealthAwareness ". Their departing storyline was the culmination of the death of Pauline Fowler, following actress Wendy Richard's high-profile resignation from the serial in 2006. She is the third of Carol Jackson's (Lindsey Coulson) four children and the result of her mother's relationship with Terry Cant, whom Sonia never knew and who was violent towards Carol. Unfortunately, they did neither of these things. To show their support and raise awareness, Jasmine and EastEnders bosses have teamed up with Samaritans for the harrowing storyline, to ensure they play out the plot accurately. She begins a relationship with Jamie Mitchell (Jack Ryder) who is later killed on Christmas Day 2002. Aliases After making peace with Martin, she takes a taxi and is about to leave Walford when she sees Martin and Rebecca obstructing the road; Martin has decided that he wants to go with Sonia. Staying in hostels, or sleeping on the . As a result, Sonia is arrested in the middle of her funeral. Kieron McCarron/Jack BarnesBBC Sonia immediately makes her way over to the club, unaware that Terry has arrived in Walford and found himself at Ruby's too. When she tells Louise that she will admit the truth, Louise confesses that Madison and Alexandra were responsible for sending the photo and she should think about bringing them into it. Cassidy commented, "I thought I was out of a job [on EastEnders] forever!". Bex takes the blame for sending it and she and Martin are told Bex will be interviewed under caution by the police the following day because she has distributed an indecent image of a child. Bex receives her GCSE results and is disappointed that she gained a D in music, so Sonia contacts Gethin about Bex's result and Gethin agrees to tutor Bex. In 2010, Cassidy said one of the reasons she decided to leave the show was because of Sonia's affair with Naomi Julien (Petra Letang), saying it was wrong for the character. Credits [9], In April 2006, it was announced that Cassidy would take a break from EastEnders, saying "it's time to try new things. Sonia blames Dot's new lodger Stuart Highway (Ricky Champ) for the attack and threatens to report him to the police if she comes anywhere near No. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Sonia steals the money from Dot's bank account. However, she writes her mother a letter and successfully persuades her that she's doing the right thing. Natalie Cassidy is a proud mum over her daughter's baking success. [22], Referencing Sonia's foray into lesbianism in 2005, TV critic Grace Dent branded the character "the worst lesbian ever", adding, "The only lesbians with less lesbian tendencies than you are the women on the front cover of the Horny Triple-X Lesbian Specials which they keep at eye level by the sweets in my corner shop. Jamie Mitchell (2002) Sonia is furious when she discovers Pauline and Martin have been seeing her daughter behind her back but eventually Sonia gives into her urges and grows closer to Rebecca too. Rebecca performs a cover song of "You and I" by One Direction. When the [lesbian] relationship became public, she immediately sought to award sole custody of Rebecca to Martin, citing Sonia's sexual orientation as the reason she would be an unfit mother. Bex left the Square last year to go travelling to India, and Sonia briefly joined her. Natalie Cassidy Sonia, who is a nurse, was recently rocked by the shock arrival of her. I've told bosses that it's a good time, when you think about it, as the Jacksons are back now as well. Stacey kicks Martin out and Sonia agrees for him to move into No. The police and social services visit Bex, Martin and Stacey to ask about explicit photos Bex took of herself. Sonia and Martin receive their divorce papers. Pauline also interferes and visits Rebecca with Martin. The reaction of Rebecca's guardian, Margaret, was especially hurtful. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Sonia kisses Tina Carter (Luisa Bradshaw-White), which Tina's girlfriend, Fiona "Tosh" Mackintosh (Rebecca Scroggs), finds out about, so Tina end her friendship with Sonia to protect her relationship. She is forced to give him a false alibi when police question him about stolen vehicles and convinces him to tell the truth. On her 36th birthday, Sonia meets Tom "Rocky" Cotton (Brian Conley) who is masquerading as her father, Terry but is actually working in cahoots with Dotty Cotton (Milly Zero) to con Sonia who is in control of Dotty inheritance since Sonia has power of attorney. Executive producer of EastEnders Jon Sen said: "Having worked closely with Samaritans, our wish is that by telling this story we can encourage others in Bex's position to realise there's always help and there's always hope and we hope that others will be encouraged to start a conversation if they are worried about someone they know. [24], "Sonia Jackson" redirects here. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Shakil suggests to Bex they send explicit photos of themselves to each other instead of sex. In last night's emotional funeral, the Walford legend went on her way with a twenty-pack of Mayfair menthols (her favourite) thrown onto her coffin. Sonia keeps a bedside vigil and is with Jamie when he dies. Sonia begins nursing training and she and Martin live with Pauline but struggle to cope with her interference. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Grandmothers Cassidy is quoted as saying "To be invited back to EastEnders is such an honour and I am very, very excited that Sonia is coming back. Margaret decides to make the Fowlers' Rebecca's legal guardians but does not include Sonia when she finds out about her lesbian fling. When Louise is sent home, she invites Bex round, but Madison and Alexandra turn up so Bex does not go to Louise's house. A swastika is graffitied on Dot's door which causes Dr Legg to fall into a panic attack. In January 2018, it is discovered that Stacey has slept with Max, which subsequently fractures Martin and Stacey's relationship. The following day, Sonia walks in on Dot slapping her granddaughterDotty Cotton(Molly Conlin) across the legs, leading to Dot's arrest, though she is released without charge. During her childhood, she becomes close friends withClare Tyler(Gemma Bissix) and the two are inseparable until Clare falls in with the wrong crowd at school and starts bullying Sonia but they reconcile before Clare leaves in 1998. Sonia and Gus begin a second romance, which ends due to Sonia's lingering feelings for Martin. Introduced by Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| Linzi gets upset when Jay is adamant things are over, and Bex comforts her. Gethin subsequently resigns his job at the school and leaves Walford, and Sonia tells Bex that she has done nothing wrong. Bring back Carol and Bianca right now #Eastenders, demanded a third. Martin is called into school and is informed about Shakil's explicit photo. The Fowlers reunite and leave as a family. After absconding with Rebecca, Sonia is cleared of Pauline's murder when Joe Macer, Pauline's husband, admits to manslaughter. Despite the bullying storyline, Cassidy said that she and Bissix were good friends during their time together on the soap. conversation if they are worried about someone they know. Derek Branning (deceased) Max Branning Jack Branning One penned: "The storyline with Bex in #Eastenders is heartbreaking. Bianca notices Sonia has continuously avoided talking about Martin and Rebecca. Bex asks Stacey how to know if you're having sex right and explains how Shakil is behaving towards her. Sonia Fowler discovers her daughter Bex Fowler's suicide note on tonight's EastEnders in heartbreaking scenes. Rebecca returns when Carol Jackson tells Sonia about her breast cancer. The pair go to No.25 and share a cup of tea - before being interrupted by Jack Branning (played by Scott . Bex overhears Madison and Alexandra inviting Travis to a party at Louise's home, which Louise believes will just be for the three girls. In June 2020, Sonia decides she wants to get in touch with her birth father, Terry Cant. Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| This culminates in Sarah holding Sonia and Martin hostage and stabbing Martin, until Sonia knocks her unconscious. They insult her and Alexandra trips Bex, causing Kathy to spill soup on Madison. After taking advice from Louise, Bex decides to change her appearance. We pay for videos too. Bex finds out from Louise and Shakil that people are talking about her relationship and about her and Shakil not having sex. "You cannot come in without a backstory, of course, things happen,". When Stacey is diagnosed with and sectioned due to postpartum psychosis, Bex realises Martin is struggling with Arthur, Lily and work, so she draws him up a schedule. Sonia is originally arrested for her murder, however, it transpires that Pauline's husband Joe Macer (Ray Brooks) is her killer. Sonia dates Gus Smith (Mohammed George), who plans to propose, but he is devastated when Sonia reconciles with Jamie after he is brutally assaulted by his godfather Phil (Steve McFadden). [7] Dot later leaves a message to Sonia as she believes that Martin is the thief. And Sonia (Natalie Cassidy) made a reference to her mum and daughter meeting him soon too in a recent episode of the BBC soap. 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