What age is June Brown?

June Muriel Brown OBE was an English actress and author. She was best known for her role as Dot Cotton on the BBC soap opera EastEnders. In 2005, she won Best Actress at the Inside Soap Awards and received the Lifetime Achievement award at the British Soap Awards.

Is Dot still alive?

Listen to this article. EastEnders legend June Brown has sadly died at the age of 95. The actress has played Dot Cotton in the BBC soap since just after it began in 1985. June's character was known for her chain-smoking, working in the local launderette and her relationship with her son nasty Nick Cotton.

How old is Kathy Beale?

The BBC revealed the screen age of the character Kathy Beale, as 70 years old, in a 2020 Eastenders episode.

Are June Brown and Lady Gaga friends?

They were the most unlikely duo, but Lady Gaga and June Brown became each other's biggest fans on one amazing night in 2013. Lady Gaga and EastEnders star June Brown met on The Graham Norton Show when they both appeared as guests.

Has Dot died?

LONDON (AP) — June Brown, who played the chain-smoking Cockney matriarch Dot Cotton on the British soap opera “EastEnders” for 35 years, has died. She was 95. The BBC, which produces the show, announced Brown's death on Monday. It said she died at her home outside London on Sunday with her family by her side.

EastEnders’ Dot Cotton actress June Brown dies aged 95 – BBC News

Why is Dottie being called Kirsty?

' Longtime EastEnders fans will know that Dotty's birth name is, in fact, Kirsty. During her initial stint in the soap – when actress Molly Conlin played the role – she and dad Nick plotted to steal Dot's (June Brown) money, and thus she assumed the identity of 'Dotty' in the hopes of bonding with her grandma.

Is Dotty cottons name Kirsty?

Kirsty Dorothy "Dotty" Cotton is the daughter of Sandy Gibson and Tom Cotton, she believes her father was uncle Nick Cotton. Dotty is the granddaughter of Charlie Cotton and the grand-niece of Dot Branning. On Christmas Day 2021, Sandy reveals that Dotty's father was actually Tom Cotton and that Nick was her uncle.

How old is Sharon Watts in real life?

She is a jewel in Walford's crown and one of the most familiar faces in modern British television. Known as "Queen Sharon," the 53-year-old from Potters Bar graced the square as an original cast member from the very first episode which broadcast in February 1985.

Does Dot Cotton have children?

She has a difficult life with a criminal husband, Charlie, and their son Nick, who appeared in the first episode. Charlie comes and goes, always treating Dot badly and stealing from her, until he dies in a lorry accident.

How did June Brown get so rich?

June also starred in productions including Rebecca, Macbeth and Calendar Girls. She played Delilah in Bean: The Movie and had the lead role in the TV film Margery and Gladys. As well as earning a millionaire fortune from her acting career, June released her autobiography in 2013.

Was Dot Cotton married?

1986: Dot's husband Charlie Cotton (Christopher Hancock) returns to Albert Square after 30 years away. Dot married Charlie at the age of 18. He was an untrustworthy con man who deserted her when she was pregnant with son Nick.

How old is EastEnders?

EastEnders is a British soap opera created by Julia Smith and Tony Holland which has been broadcast on BBC One since 1985. Set in Albert Square in the East End of London in the fictional borough of Walford, the programme follows the stories of local residents and their families as they go about their daily lives.

How old is Kat meant to be in EastEnders?

Many viewers took to Twitter to share their surprise regarding Kat's actual age. One said: 'Happy 50th birthday Kat Slater! You don't look a day over 21!'