Anita Dobson Returns to EastEnders for 40th Anniversary

Anita Dobson, known for her iconic role as Angie Watts in EastEnders, recently made a nostalgic return to the show to mark its 40th anniversary, appearing as a ghostly vision to her on-screen daughter, Sharon. This special appearance was celebrated by the show's creators, highlighting Dobson's significant impact on British television since her debut in 1985. In a separate podcast appearance, Dobson also discussed her life and marriage to Queen's guitarist Brian May, revealing that they first met in 1986 at a film preview. She shared how her bar work influenced her portrayal of Angie, and recounted the moment when May, who was married at the time, complimented her performance and invited her to a Queen concert. Dobson humorously recalled being unaware of May's fame until her agent informed her. The actress reflected on her musical career, noting that her song based on the EastEnders theme took just two weeks to record, in contrast to her collaborative work with May.