Soap actress Gillian Wright receives tribute from fans and show as she reaches major milestone
Gillian Wright, known for her role as Jean Slater in EastEnders, has received an outpouring of support as she marks a significant achievement in her soap career. The 64-year-old actress has been portraying the character of Jean Slater for nearly two decades, and this week, the show paid tribute to her as she officially recorded her 1,000th episode.
The official EastEnders social media account took to Twitter to honor Wright's accomplishment, sharing a photo of her with a beautiful bouquet of flowers on the fictional Walford set. In the picture, she can be seen beaming with joy.
As news of the milestone spread, fans of the show flooded Wright with well wishes and tributes to her iconic character. Many praised her character arc and likened her to the beloved Pat Butcher. Others expressed their love for Jean and her quirky personality, emphasizing the importance of her one-liners in the show.
Gillian Wright's portrayal of Jean Slater has been both entertaining and challenging. In recent years, the character has dealt with cancer and the deterioration of her bipolar condition, which led to her being sectioned. Despite the difficulties her character has faced, Wright's performance has captivated audiences and garnered admiration for her acting abilities.
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