Gillian Wright, the voice of Jean Slater in EastEnders, has been a regular on the BBC One soap for more than 20 years and the subject of a number of obnoxious plots.
Gillian Wright, a star of EastEnders, has been a close friend of Jean Slater’s for 21 years.
The actress has won over audiences with her compelling performance as Jean Slater on the hit BBC One soap and has earned widespread praise for her television work.
Throughout her time on the show, she has tackled numerous powerful storylines, addressing challenging subjects including ovarian cancer and mental health struggles.
Most recently, Jean’s mental health has spiralled once more, and she’s hellbent on finding out who killed Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) in The Vic on Christmas Day.
Gillian’s existence is equally compelling when she is not surrounded by cameras. Let’s now look into what the soap fandom does when she isn’t in Albert Square.
The 66-year-old’s passion for performing arts emerged early, and in 1982, she obtained a creative arts degree from Leeds. Yet, before rising to television stardom, she imparted her expertise and enthusiasm as an educator, reports OK!.
In 1981, Gillian also contributed to the establishment of Pilot Theatre in York. This renowned touring company focuses on producing exceptional theatrical productions for young audiences, especially those who have never seen live performance before.
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According to the website of The Pilot Theatre, “We aim to create a cultural space where young adults can encounter, express, and question important ideas that are relevant to our lives right now.”
While many recognise her from her memorable stint in Albert Square, EastEnders represents just one chapter in Gillian’s impressive television career.
Her 1994 big screen debut included a role on Paul and Barry Chuckle, the beloved children’s program Chucklevision.
Since that initial break, the actress has built an enviable CV featuring acclaimed programmes including Casualty, Doctors, Coronation Street and Holby City.
Romeo and Juliet, Jane Eyre, and How the Other Half Loves are among her other notable stage credits.
Gillian’s portrayal on the BBC One soap has received a lot of praise throughout her career, starting with a Mental Health Media Award in 2006.
At the British Soap Awards in 2019, she won Best Female Dramatic Performance and Best Actress.
The well-known actress experienced a terrifying health crisis in 2015 after being diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. Gillian had to deal with her own mortality due to her condition’s severity.
Speaking to the Mirror, she revealed: “It was touch and go. It’s no exaggeration to say I had a real brush with death.
The suffering was intolerable. I would have taken the pill if someone had offered to let me go with that pain for a day longer or to take it all.
Source: Mirror
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