Leonard's character was killed off on EastEnders in 2019, with the emotional storyline seeing him lose his battle with pancreatic cancer. Judith Legg Dr. Legg was a retired research geneticist at West Kentucky Research Education Center. EastEnders cast members both past and present were in attendance at Leonard Fentons funeral. Along with the likes of Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) and Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth), the Albert Square stalwarts all have plenty of catching up to do. Dr Legg, the Square's Jewish doctor, was born in London on the 18th June 1920, his father being Gregory Legg, and his mother Esther Legg. Forest11 wrote: Realistic that Dr Legg funeral would be quick - Jewish funerals usually are. I have nothing but good memories from my time on EastEnders so it will be Uncles Dot then visits Dr Legg, who reassures her about her health. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Linda opted for a houndstooth coat and a statement red lip for the occasion. Heres to Leonard Fenton for his wonderful presence over the decades. Emmerdale's Amy Walsh pays tribute to EastEnders fianc on his birthday, Frightened Hope begs Fiz not to attack her in Coronation Street, Neighbours confirms seven more huge returns for show comeback, Includes exclusive content, spoilers and interviews before they're seen on the site. The most perfect kiss ever. The Square says goodbye to a Walford legend. Duration BBC MrJames. The people of EastEnders have been a consistent thread throughout the intervening years. Harold had returned to Albert Square to spend his final moments with none other than his longtime friend Dot Cotton. Harold's grandparents were Jewish immigrants from Europe, who lived down Legg Street and anglicised their surname to Legg as a tribute to their street of residence. Dr. Harold Legg was the son of Gregory and Esther Legg, brother of Hester and Miriam and widower of Judith. I'll fix an appointment at the clinic." RIP dear Leonard. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Age I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. In December 2004, at the age of 78, Leonard made his directorial debut with After Chekhov, which was performed in the Soho Theatre Studio. "Since appearing in the very first episode of EastEnders, Leonard created a truly iconic character in Doctor Legg who will always be remembered. He sends wreaths to the funerals of Pauline Fowler in January 2007 and Frank Butcher in April 2008 but does not attend them. Leonard Fenton We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. Introduced by Tony Holland and Julia Smith. ", Lord Sugar, the star of The Apprentice, tweeted that he was "very sorry", adding Dot "needs a new doctor.". Since its beginning, Allen English & Estrada Funeral Home has been a full service funeral home servicing all churches and religions, providing statewide service to cemeteries and crematories and specializing in the transfer of remains to other states as well as Latin America. If youve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing ussoaps@metro.co.uk wed love to hear from you. Dr Legg mentions Judith's death in the war and tells Jay and Dot he His career in acting spanned over fifty years and saw him appear in a total of 267 episodes of EastEnders. 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. History:Raised in east London, Leonard trained to be a civil engineer at King's College London and worked as an army engineer during World War II, and continued to do for five years after until he decided to pursue acting, Iconic:As well as his EastEnders role, the actor also appeared in films such as Robin Hood Junior (1975), Give My Regards to Broad Street (1984), and the British horror movie The Zombie Diaries (2006). Dr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick). ", Actress Gillian Taylforth, who plays Kathy Beale, said: "I'm so sorry to hear the very sad news about Leonard. It's going to be a blast!. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Final farewell: Leonard's coffin was carried into the crematorium ahead of the funeral service. The passing of Walford's first on-screen GP ties in with the 34th anniversary of the soap itself. I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. "He felt privileged to have worked with some of the greats of the theatre, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller. I am so thrilled, and very proud to be returning to that family 35 years later. John, known for his role as villain 'Nasty Nick' Cotton, made a solo arrival at the funeral, where he could be seen catching up with many of his co-stars. He attended First Baptist Church of Great British Bake Off co-host Matt Lucas said he had grown up watching him on screen and was "chuffed when I got to work with him a few years back". Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| Leonard died last month at the age of 95. Father "All we've gotta do now is to arrange for you to have a test. Dr Leggs final storyline revealed how he met his beloved wife battling Black Shirts on the streets of London, and his final moments in the soap moved viewers. Dr Legg went to medical school in the early 1940s where he met his wife. in 1969, M.S. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. Things reach a climax in May 1989 when Dr Legg fails to diagnose Vicki Fowler's meningitis and Vicki almost dies, consequently his practitioners no longer trust him and makes him question his abilities as a doctor, sending him into early retirement. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. An EastEnders spokesperson added: "We are deeply saddened to hear that Leonard has passed away. The star appeared in the very first episode of the BBC soap in 1985 and served as Walfords local GP for 12 years. Tom Watt and Linda Davidson are reprising the roles that made them household names in the 80s. *EastEnders airs He was utterly charming, continuously joked with me and loved talking about his past. He tells Dot about the first time he kissed her and says "And I kissed her. Our love and thoughts are with Leonards family and friends.". This leaves the medical practice in the hands of his nephew but David's more modern methods prove unpopular with the older residents so Harold comes out of retirement. Cause/Reason Status To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. For other inquiries, Contact Us. 'He was a charming man in all ways, first as a person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind. WebDr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick). EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Privacy Policy, EastEnders spoilers: TonyClayreveals significant changes for Callum Highways character in new story, Ill family dog who starred in EastEnders will die in weeks without treatment, EastEnders spoilers: Callum Highway gets a promotion to detective but a big shock follows, EastEnders pulled from BBC One tonight and tomorrow, EastEnders star Lacey Turner reveals Stacey will go to major lengths to save Lily and her family, Do not sell or share my personal information. A statement from his family said: The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. 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. 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. Born in Dupont on January 29, 1936, Newark was the son of the late Newark and Frances Lucasavage Legg. An EastEnders spokesperson added: 'We are deeply saddened to hear that Leonard has passed away. He was last seen 11 years ago in 2007. Eurovision 2023: Tickets for song contest in Liverpool to go on sale next week, Travis Scott: New York police searching for rapper after alleged nightclub punch, Sky News wins News Channel of the Year for sixth year in a row at RTS journalism awards, "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.". Date of Death Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. Wearing protective face masks, actor Steve, who has played the business owner for over 30 years, was seen talking to his former co-star John as they arrived at the funeral. He attended Dupont schools and served in the US Navy. 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. 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. On New Year's Day, Dr Legg has a drink with Dot and her lodger, Stuart Highway. It continued: 'He worked in TV and film and his long stage career included time at the National Theatre and most recently the Royal Shakespeare Company. Hester Samuels Miriam Legg Realistic that Dr Legg funeral would be quick - Jewish funerals usually are. Leonard and his wife, cellist Madeline Thorner, had four children together. Leonard was awarded a scholarship to London's prestigious Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art and went to forge a successful acting career spanningover fifty years. Frank|Freddie Mercury|Freida|Genghis|Gilbert|Gloria|Gumbo|Heathcliff|Hercules|Joey|Joey|Lady Di|Lionel|Lovebirds|Mandoo|Marge|Marge (II)|Marilyn|Musty|Neville| I feel honoured that our paths crossed. "He worked in TV and film and his long stage career included time at the National Theatre and most recently the Royal Shakespeare Company. A photo given to Dr Legg by Lou Beale, probably taken before or during the Second World War. With equity release you could access a lump-sum of tax-free cash which can be used to enhance your retirement income, make home improvements, or even enjoy a memorable holiday. (see below). Newark J. Legg, 85, of Dallas, passed away Friday morning, April 2, 2021, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Deceased He was a charming man in all ways, first as a person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind. Robin Hood Junior (1975), Give My Regards to Broad Street (1984), and the British horror movie The Zombie Diaries (2006). 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. Diamond Member. The EastEnders Twitter account marked the actor's passing, posting: 'Dr Harold Legg. Doctor Leg's heart breaking goodbye won't leave a dry eye in the house, Viewers were heartbroken at the death of Dr Legg, Dr Legg was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Dr. Legg was one of 26 original characters. 'Best known for his role as Dr Legg on EastEnders, Leonards acting career spanned more than 60 years.'. Dr Legg's funeral next week will see the return of two of the soap's original characters, some 31 years after they were last seen in Walford. Actor Leonard Fenton, best known for his role as Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died aged 95, his family has said. Speaking recently about his return as Lofty after three decades away, actor Tom Watt revealed that he'd needed little convincing when it came to making a comeback: I was 90 seconds into a phone conversation about it with [executive consultant] John Yorke and thought it sounded great. John caught up with his co-stars in attendance, including Tom Watt (who played Lofty Holloway) and Linda Davidson (who played Mary Smith). Date of Birth 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. Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Legg in EastEnders, has died aged 95, Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died at the age of 95, Leonard Fenton with June Brown, who played Dot Cotton, another of the original members of the EastEnders' cast, Leonard Fenton at an awards ceremony in 2000, Leonard Fenton with (L-R) singer Marti Webb, Coronation Street star Chris Quentin and television personality Kate Robbins in 1987, Leonard Fenton at the funeral of EastEnders co-star Wendy Richard in 2009. Although Dr Legg is sorry, he stands by his decision to lie, feeling that Colin benefited from not knowing - when in fact, the opposite is true. She said: "I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985. On January 31, it was sadly announced that the soap star died aged 95 two days prior. Its going to be a blast!, Tom Watt added: I was delighted John Yorke asked me if I would return to EastEnders for Doctor Leggs funeral. Soap stars including villain 'Nasty Nick' Cotton actor John Altman and hardman Phil Mitchell star Steve McFadden attended the funeral in north London. Dr. Paul Legg Dr. Paul Legg, age 79, of Princeton, KY, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Caldwell County Medical Center. Best soap on TV by some distance. "He worked in TV and film and his long stage career included time at the National Theatre and most recently the Royal Shakespeare Company. Dr. October 18, 2016 at Morgan's Funeral Home with Rev. Colin is furious that Harold had kept this information from him and refuses to listen when he tries to explain his reasons. The comments below have been moderated in advance. But as the day of the service dawns, Dot (June Brown) finds that she isn't well enough to attend, having been up all night. He was a lovely, charming man who was so kind and always told the most wonderful stories. in 1970 and PhD. A statement from his family said: "The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. Join the community by leaving a comment below andstay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. ", Cheryl Fergison, AKA Heather Trott, said on Instagram in a post with with a red love heart: "Sad news Leonard Fenton (Dr Legg) has passed away @bbceastenders casting the best in great characters lovely man and talented actor. He would feature regularly until 1997, before leaving the Square. EastEnders has confirmed that Dr Legg - who is played by Leonard Felton - will pass away in scenes to be broadcast early next year. Sharing touching moments as Harold drifted away, the doctor held his father's pendant in his hand before his grip loosened and he passed away. Natalie Cassidy (who plays Sonia Fowler) said: 'I had the pleasure to work with Leonard. On working with Leonard again when he rejoined the show last year, June, said: 'It's been eleven years since Dot last visited her favourite doctor, Doctor Legg, and it's an utter delight to be working with Leonard Fenton again.'. Leonard's last appearance between 2018 and 2019 had his character return to see former patient Dot Cotton (played by June Brown). About Something went wrong, please try again later. 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 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.. Linda (pictured left at Leonard's funeral) played Walford's original wild child, punk Mary Smith, from 1985 to 1988, before returning for Dr Legg's on-screen funeral in 2019, Change:Peter (left) starred as Pete Beale (right) from 1985 to 1993, before his character was sensationall killed off after the actor publicly criticised the BBC, Back together: Steve, who has starred on EastEnders as Phil Mitchell for more than 30 years, was reunited with John, with the pair speaking outside the crematorium, Back together: Tom was seen chatting to his co-star Peter as they joined mourners in attendance for Leonard's funeral, Tragedy:Leonard's death was announced by his family in a statement last month, reading: 'The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29, Soul of the party: Leonard is pictured withSue Pollard and Michael Cashman at an EastEnders party, Tragic loss:Following the news of his passing, EastEnders paid tribute to Leonard on the soap's official social media channel, Mel B reveals she never told the other Spice Girls about her abuse, Bruce Willis' wife shares sweet throwback clip from before diagnosis, Ed Sheeran releases dramatic teaser for new album 'Subtract', Tracy Beaker star Chelsie Padley reveals she's expecting first child, Kim Kardashian shares her intense morning workout on Instagram, Sarah Beeny ignites candle to support brain tumour research, Lizzo bangs her head on stage covering 'Du hast' by Rammstein, Erika Jayne radiates in red at Billboard Women in Music Awards, Lewis Capaldi halts Amsterdam gig after hearing bizarre goat noises, Elliot Page, Julia Garner & A$AP Rocky in Gucci Guilty Campaign, Leila Farzad says her BBC Drama role is having a 'conscience crisis', Nicole Kidman hits up the beach with Keith Urban and her daughters. HENDERSON - Funeral services for Dr. Lloyd Legg, 53, of Henderson, will be 10 a.m. today, June 15, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Henderson, with Dr. Greg She finally came round though. Tom Watt added: I was delighted John Yorke asked me if I would return to EastEnders for Doctor Leggs funeral. It gave me stability and a fantastic foundation from which to build an incredible life. 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. He felt privileged to have worked with some of the greats of the theatre, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller. On "His passion for painting and singing pre-dated his acting career and was equally as important to him.". 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 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Allen English & Estrada Funeral Home was begun in 1938 and is one of the oldest family-owned funeral homes in the southeast Los Angeles area. Relationships/Known relatives In moving scenes, the pair reminisced about some of their most poignant memories together. Leonard's death was announced by his family in a statement last month, reading: 'The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. 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The character returned for several guest appearances in 2000, 2004 and 2007, before making one final comeback in 2018. David wants to modernize the surgery and bring in computers but Harold is set in his ways and is opposed to any obvious changes. Dr Legg will pass away from pancreatic cancer in the New Year so his funeral looks likely to be early in 2019 but a date hasnt been confirmed yet. He went to be with the Lord Saturday at the Hospice of East Texas in Tyler. Brian Mitchell Legg, 62, of La Crosse, WI died on Monday, August 2nd, 2021, at his home of a cardiac event. Linda made her EastEnders debut shortly after the show commenced in 1985, popping up as Mary the Punk in the fifth episode. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Portrayed by You can unsubscribe at any time. ', Recurring: John (left) played Nick Cotton (right) on and off over the span of 30 years, before his character was finally killed off in scenes to celebrate the soap's 30th Anniversary, Throwback: Tom (left) played Lofty (right) on the soap from 1985 to 1988, before his character departed Albert Square. As well as his EastEnders role, the actor also appeared in films such asRobin Hood Junior (1975), Give My Regards to Broad Street (1984), and the British horror movie The Zombie Diaries (2006). Something went wrong, please try again later. Have we seen the last of Hunter after shock arrest. In his final moments, he tells Dot about how he met Judith at the anti-Fascist demonstration. Dr. October 18, 2016 One of the show's original characters, Leonard portrayed the medical doctor in regular and recurring roles up until 1997, before appearing in short cameos in the early 2000s. In June 2007, Dot visits him seeking advice. Died from pancreatic cancer. 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