James Bye, EastEnders

EastEnders' James Bye insisted on telling Lacey Turner about Martin's death himself: 'It was tough'
EastEnders actor James Bye has revealed that he personally informed co-star Lacey Turner of his imminent departure from the soap, once arrangements for the dramatic send-off were confirmed. The actor is known across the country for his decade-long stint as Martin Fowler on the long-running BBC drama,
EastEnders' James Bye reveals special request he made ahead of show death
Former EastEnders star James Bye has revealed he made a special request to producers ahead of his exit. The actor’s 11-year stint on the BBC soap came to an end during Thursday’s (February 20) live episode as his character, Martin Fowler, tragically passed away from cardiac arrest after being caught up in the dramatic explosion at The Vic.
James Bye lands huge new role just days after EastEnders exit — and it might surprise you
EastEnders star James Bye, who is best known for playing Walford's fruit and veg man, Martin Fowler, has revealed what is next after his shocking exit in the soap's 40th anniversary live episode last week.
James Bye confirms EastEnders live episode 'mistake' that you definitely didn't notice
James Bye has admitted there was a moment in the live episode of EastEnders last week where co-star Lacey Turner ‘saved’ his ‘skin’. To conclude the week of 40th anniversary celebrations, the BBC One soap went completely live for half an hour.
BBC EastEnders' James Bye made emotional final request before tragic Martin Fowler exit
EastEnders' James Bye opened up on The One Show about his final request to the BBC before his character Martin Fowler was killed off in the live anniversary episode
Former EastEnders star James Bye to play Mr Darcy in new stage production
Former EastEnders star James Bye will play “romantic leading man” Mr Darcy in the stage production of a Jane Austen-inspired murder mystery. Bye is best known for playing Martin Fowler in the BBC soap EastEnders until he was killed off during the 40th anniversary live episode earlier in February and he also competed on Strictly Come Dancing in
EastEnders star James Bye lands major new role after Martin Fowler death
James Bye’s new role has been confirmed, days on from his EastEnders exit. The actor’s final scenes as Martin Fowler aired last Thursday, when the character died following the Queen Vic explosion. The beloved face was trapped under a beam that he had realised was falling from the ceiling.
EastEnders' Martin Fowler star James Bye's new job after tragic BBC soap death
Martin Fowler star James Bye has joined the cast of a brand new production, taking on the iconic role of Mr Darcy in the new play Death Comes To Pemberley
Heather star Cheryl Fergison reveals why EastEnders axed her – and how she found out
Former EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison has revealed why her character was killed off. The actress played Heather Trott from ...
EastEnders confirms who Barney Mitchell's biological father is
EastEnders has confirmed the biological father of show newcomer Barney Mitchell. The teen character takes centre stage in a ...
EastEnders return brought 'closure' - Anita Dobson
Anita Dobson has said returning to EastEnders to play Angie Watts brought closure for both her and the character.Dobson made ...
EastEnders tonight reveals aftermath of Martin's tragic death — but there's a twist!
EastEnders sees Martin's friends and family struggling after last week's tragedy, while another family falls apart.
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EastEnders fans all spot the same thing as Sonia gives birth inside Queen Vic
Viewers were quick to spot a blunder during EastEnders' live episode earlier this evening. The soap very bravely took on a live episode yet again, having done many in the past. Some gaffes over ...
EastEnders’ Bex Fowler returns for a short stint to mourn Martin
Actor Jasmine Armfield will reprise her role as Bex for a short stint five years after leaving EastEnders in 2020.
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EastEnders cast: Who is joining, leaving and returning to the soap?
Following a dramatic year last year, we have finally entered EastEnders' 40th year in 2025, where there will be a host of new arrivals, returns and departures on the way. Last year saw some huge ...
EastEnders reveals Barney Mitchell's real dad in DNA twist - and it's not Teddy
EastEnders is lining up a major DNA bombshell that impacts two families next week, as spoilers for the BBC soap have ...
EastEnders’ Vicki Fowler returns to Walford with a new family
As the love child of teen mum Michelle Fowler and Dirty Den Watts, Vicki’s life has been beset with drama from day ...