EastEnders’ Roland Manookian admits his acting experience is always playing a flawed street urchin. And Teddy as an ‘old school gentleman.’

EastEnders’ latest addition Roland Manookian has made his bow as Billy Mitchell’s long-lost brother Teddy and fans were quick to discover a connection or two.

The actor is instantly recognised by viewers from his role in the 2004 film The Football Factory, where he portrayed Zeberdee, a young member of the gang run by Tommy, played by ex-EastEnder Danny Dyer. Eagle-eyed viewers have also spotted a link between Roland and a TOWIE star, courtesy of another of his film roles.

Roland has also appeared in Guy Ritchie’s RocknRolla and the crime thriller Piggy. He part in the 2007 film Rise of the Footsoldier too, playing Craig Rolfe, and has featured in all four sequels of the movie including 2019’s Rise of the Footsoldier: Marbella, which saw The Only Way Is Essex’s Jessica Wright in a minor role, reports OK!

Rise of the Footsoldier is a British gangster film series, with the first instalment based on the real-life story of Inter City Firm hooligan Carlton Leach. Leach transitioned from being a football hooligan to working as an enforcer for the Essex firm implicated in the murders of three men, including Pat Tate and Tony Tucker, who were shot dead in their Range Rover on an Essex farm track in 1995.

He has a surprise link to The Only Way Is Essex’s Jessica Wright as they both appeared in the same movie together

The initial two films centred on Carlton Leach, while the subsequent prequels revolved around Tucker and Tate. “Rise of the Footsoldier: Marbella” trails Tate to Spain where he enlists Craig, played by Roland, to transport cash from Essex for a drug deal closure.

Jess Wright, in her sole acting gig so far, plays a minor role as a girl in Amsterdam whom Craig encounters. Recently, Roland opened up to OK! about his fresh character Teddy. “If you were to say to me nine months ago that I’d be joining EastEnders, I wouldn’t have believed you,” Roland admitted.

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“It’s first and foremost a great honour to join the show EastEnders is such an institution. I feel really, really lucky.” Roland portrays Teddy as an “old school gentleman”, confessing he’s played similar characters before. “My experience in acting is always to play a little street urchin, a character with flaws,” he shared. Jess, on the other hand, exited TOWIE in 2016 and is now married to William Lee-Kemp, with whom she has a two year old son, Presley.

Since making his debut on EastEnders as Teddy, Roland Manookian has captured the attention of viewers with his portrayal of Billy Mitchell’s long-lost brother. While many fans recognize him from his role in The Football Factory alongside Danny Dyer, Roland’s versatility as an actor can be seen in his appearances in Guy Ritchie’s RocknRolla and the crime thriller Piggy. Notably, Roland’s involvement in the Rise of the Footsoldier film series has also drawn interest from audiences. The series, based on the real-life story of Carlton Leach, highlights the criminal underworld of Essex and the notorious figures involved in it. Interestingly, Roland shares the screen with The Only Way Is Essex’s Jessica Wright in Rise of the Footsoldier: Marbella, adding another layer of connection between these actors. In a recent interview with OK!, Roland expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to join the cast of EastEnders, calling it a “great honor” to be part of such an iconic show. His character Teddy is described as an “old school gentleman,” showcasing Roland’s range as an actor beyond the tough roles he has previously portrayed. As for Jessica Wright, her transition from TOWIE to acting has been a successful one, culminating in her role in Rise of the Footsoldier. Since leaving the reality show in 2016, Jessica has focused on her personal life, including her marriage to William Lee-Kemp and their young son Presley. Stay tuned for more updates on Roland Manookian, Jessica Wright, and other entertainment news. Don’t forget to follow us to stay informed and motivated by our valuable content.

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EastEnders’ Roland Manookian admits his acting experience is always playing a flawed street urchin. And Teddy as an ‘old school gentleman.’

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