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Soap icon June Brown, 94, who played Dot Cotton, was not seen. Dot Branning (June Brown) welcomes Dr Legg back home after his stay in hospital but its clear that he is ailing quickly and doesnt have much time left. Leonard's on-screen best friend June Brown, who played Dot Cotton, 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. But then I had lunch with John, whos been a mate for years. Cause/Reason Actors including John Altman, Tom Watt, Linda Davidson, Steve McFadden and Peter Dean were pictured arriving for the service in north London on Wednesday ( February 9). in 1969, M.S. Later, David and Harold fall out over Harold's treatment of patients when he discovers that Colin Russell, is showing early symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Leonard died last month at the age of 95. At the chapel itself, it's left to Sonia (Natalie Cassidy) to step in and read the eulogy for Dr Legg that Dot has written and which mentions many of the births and deaths that the medic had attended over the years. MrJames. Harold Legg Harold Legg, played by Leonard Fenton, had reached the ripe old age of 98 but pancreatic cancer finally won the battle and in sad scenes at the end of tonight's episode. Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. The people of EastEnders have been a consistent thread throughout the intervening years. He makes several brief appearances after this time however, attending Ethel's funeral in September 2000 and Mark Fowler's in April 2004. 15 February 2019 As always you can unsubscribe at any time. In June 2007, Dot visits him seeking advice. Arrangements by Ewton Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Dunlap TN Dunlap, Tennessee . I send my love and condolences to his family. Dr Legg returned last year as he broke the sad news to Dot that he had terminal pancreatic cancer. 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 This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Dr Legg's appears semi-regularly from this time, usually only when another character needs medical assistance or advice. June 9, 1941 - July 9, 2022 As David is a doctor in Israel, Harold thinks it is a great idea and in April that year, David joins him in Walford and is made a partner in the practice. On New Year's Day, Dr Legg has a drink with Dot and her lodger, Stuart Highway. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Our funeral By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. BBC Dot prepares for her good friends demise and ensures that he is comfortable before she then sets about preparing a significant gift for him. EastEnders veterans John Altman, Linda Davidson and Steve McFadden among stars attending Dr Legg actor Leonard Fenton's funeral in north London - ', While Gillian Taylforth (Kathy Beale) said: 'Im so sorry to hear the very sad news about Leonard. Obituary Dr. Paul Legg, age 79, of Princeton, KY, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Caldwell County Medical Center. This system was used extensively by the Federal Reserve, the FDIC and State of Georgia Department of Banking. Dr. Paul Legg Dr. Paul Legg, age 79, of Princeton, KY, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Caldwell County Medical Center. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Portrayed by Despite being extremely fond of each other, the new partners argue about almost everything. 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.. Born in Dupont on January 29, 1936, Newark was the son of the late Newark and Frances Lucasavage Legg. 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. 274 She was made even sadder when he then told her that he was refusing to have chemo to extend his life. He will be missed beyond words by his family. "Since appearing in the very first episode of EastEnders, Leonard created a truly iconic character in Doctor Legg who will always be remembered. In an acting career spanning more than 60 years, he also worked at the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and with some of the greats, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller, his family says. I feel honoured that our paths crossed. 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Then John said theyd given Mary a few lines and it went from there., You can see the scenes tomorrow on EastEnders at 7.30pm on BBC1, Try 12 issues for 1 today - never miss an issue. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. Dot tells Dr Legg to go kiss her again. Leonard Fenton 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. Other members of the cast have also remembered Leonard, with Natalie Cassidy, who plays Sonia, saying: "I had the pleasure to work with Leonard. He was last seen 11 years ago in 2007. 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. 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. I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. View our online Press Pack. Paul Legg, age 79, of Princeton, KY, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Caldwell County Medical Center. I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985," she wrote. The actor - who played WebDr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick). My thoughts are with his family at this sad time. He will be missed beyond words by his family. The star appeared in the very first episode of the BBC soap in 1985 and served as Walfords local GP for 12 years. List of appearances He was utterly charming, continuously joked with me and loved talking about his past. David has fallen on hard times in Israel. The late Leonard appeared in a total of 267 episodes in the hit BBC programme, so it's no surprise so many co-stars paid their respects on Wednesday. Those attending the funeral include soap actor Steve McFadden, who plays Phil Mitchell in the BBC soap series. 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. Relationships/Known relatives After Dot has gone to bed, Dr Legg tells Stuart he got the wrong impression of him and apologises. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. For other inquiries, Contact Us. I enjoyed working with him enormously for many years and missed him when he retired. He lived in Hughestown for forty years and retired from Tobyhanna Army Dr. Merle A. Legg, 80, former chairman of the Department of Pathology at New England Deaconess Hospital (now Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center), Boston, "Best known for his role as Dr Legg on EastEnders, Leonard's acting career spanned more than 60 years. 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. 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Leonard played Walford GP Dr Harold Legg across various stints in the BBC One soap, making his first appearance in the shows first episode. He kept trying to convince me to do it and I said You know I did say yes about five minutes ago! It sounded like a nice story, and a fun thing to do., Linda Davidson - who reprises the role of former punk Mary - added: I said no at first because I always do! Dr. October 18, 2016 "Best known for his role as Dr Legg on EastEnders, Leonard's acting career spanned more than 60 years. John caught up with his co-stars in attendance, including Tom Watt (who played Lofty Holloway) and Linda Davidson (who played Mary Smith). It has been revealed that two other Walford legends will return to the Square for his funeral though. Having appeared in the soap on multiple occasions until Nick was killed off in 2015, it was no surprise to see John rubbing shoulders with an array of the soap's biggest actors, including Steve, who has played hardman Phil Mitchell for over 30 years. What Links Here 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. 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. The two pals spend Dr Leggs final hours together as he passes away and his funeral is the next day with Dot worried that so few of the locals appear to be taking notice of the passing. *EastEnders airs Dot was so devastated by Dr Leggs revelation that she refused to talk to him. In a statement, Brown called him a "charming man in all ways". 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. Legg was a retired research geneticist at West Kentucky Research Education Center. Bravo", Another couldn't help but feel emotional: "What is my life coming to, just cried me eyes out watching dr Legg dying", A third EastEnders fan wrote: "Sleep well Dr Legg you absolute legend. 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. He tells Dot about the first time he kissed her and says "And I kissed her. Doctor Legg is an iconic character so it feels fitting that Lofty should return to say goodbye. Frank|Freddie Mercury|Freida|Genghis|Gilbert|Gloria|Gumbo|Heathcliff|Hercules|Joey|Joey|Lady Di|Lionel|Lovebirds|Mandoo|Marge|Marge (II)|Marilyn|Musty|Neville| "His passion for painting and singing pre-dated his acting career and was equally as important to him. He was born on January, 8th 1959 in Elwood, IN to Mary and William Legg. Do you have a story to sell? 'I feel honoured that our paths crossed. Mourners were pictured arriving at the seasoned actor's funeral on Wednesday, February 9. Moving: After the service, his wicker coffin was taken away from the crematorium so he could be laid to rest. Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. Later, Dot and Dr Legg watch a programme about the Battle of Cable Street in 1936. As Dot focuses on the funeral, what she isnt expecting is to see the return of Lofty and Mary to Walford so long after they were last seen. Dr Legg was written out of the soap in emotional scenes which aired in 2019, after he had returned to tell Dot that he had terminal cancer. Viewers can expect touching scenes to follow as they, along with Sharon and Kathy, reminisce and share their memories of Dr Legg's visits to them over the years. Dr Legg and Dot visit his parents' grave but discover that their gravestone has been vandalised with antisemitic graffiti. "Our love and thoughts are with Leonard's family and friends.". 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. Soap stars including villain 'Nasty Nick' Cotton actor John Altman and hardman Phil Mitchell star Steve McFadden attended the funeral in north London. June and Leonard were pals in real life, with the actress paying tribute to him following his death. ", 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. These new pictures offer a first look at the moving funeral story which is the end of an era for long term fans and a final nod to Dr Legg. Final farewell: Leonard's coffin was carried into the crematorium ahead of the funeral service. As Walford's GP, Harold is forever getting called upon to treat the troubled residents, even when he is not on duty, including helping Sue Osman come to terms with the death of her son, and humouring hypochondriac Dot Cotton. Status I was glad that Id been with him for his last scene with Dot at his bedside and my thoughts are with his devoted family.. He officially retires and leaves after February 1997 and is replaced with a younger, trendier doctor named Fred Fonseca. EASTENDERS stars John Altman and Steve McFadden turned out to pay their respects at the funeral of Leonard Fenton on Wednesday. John, Tom and Peter were original cast members of the long-running serial drama, playing Nick Cotton, George Lofty Holloway and Pete Beale respectively. In a statement they said: "The family of the actor Leonard Fenton are heartbroken to announce his death at the age of 95 on Saturday January 29. Linda Davidson said about her return: EastEnders was my first proper family. "He felt privileged to have worked with some of the greats of the theatre, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller. 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. And she kissed me back. David wants to modernize the surgery and bring in computers but Harold is set in his ways and is opposed to any obvious changes. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. She said: "I first met Leonard as Dr Legg when I joined the cast of EastEnders as Dot, his hypochondriac patient, in 1985. RIP dear Leonard., Emmerdale star confirms Paddy will 'find his humour' again amid suicide story aftermath, Zack and Whitney's tragic final goodbye to lost baby Peach in EastEnders, Corrie star warns evil Justin may tear Daniel and Daisy apart forever. Dr. October 18, 2016 at Morgan's Funeral Home with Rev. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. Dr Legg mentions Judith's death in the war and tells Jay and Dot he wants to be buried next to her, but feels that his parents would want him to be buried next to them. Uncles His final scene aired in 2019 saw his character die from a terminal illness with Dot by his side. 1920 As Dr Harold Legg, Leonard appeared on the BBC soap from its start in 1985 until 1997, before returning for brief stints in 2000, 2004, 2007 and 2018 until 2019. He was a charming man in all ways, first as a person and then as an actor, extremely polite and kind. Date of Death Doctor Legg is an iconic character so it feels fitting that Lofty should return to say goodbye. 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. He briefly reprised his role in 2019, What a change! Another long-running cast member, Gillian Taylforth, who plays Kathy Beale, said he was "so kind and always told the most wonderful stories. 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.". I send my love and condolences to his family. 24K 36,969. 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. I have nothing but good memories from my time on EastEnders so it will be (Last Line), Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| 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. Last seen on the soap as a baby, Annie is now 34 and The Sun Online can confirm The actor Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died at the age of 95. ', Recurring: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 1970 and PhD. David A. Legg, PhD., 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 5, 2014, at his home, with his family by his side. 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. During the Second World War he lived with his wife, Judith (who was also good friends with Lou and Ethel), although she was killed while hanging out washing, during an air-raid. RIP dear Leonard.'. And will the late doctor get the send off that Dot is hoping for as everyone gathers to remember him and reminisce about lost days that will never return? 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.'. We pay for videos too. The Square says goodbye to a Walford legend. When Dr Legg returns home, he sees Stuart scrubbing a graffitied Swastika on the door. Dr Harold Legg took his last breath and viewers were in tears. An #EastEnders icon from the very first episode. His career in acting spanned over fifty years and saw him appear in a total of 267 episodes of EastEnders. Dr Legg asks Dot to help him plan his funeral, so they consult funeral director Jay Brown ( Jamie Borthwick ). Dr Legg mentions Judith's death in the war and tells Jay and Dot he wants to be buried next to her, but feels that his parents would want him to be buried next to them. Dr Legg then moves in with Dot. Tapping into his memories, Dot played a DVD documentary of The Battle of Cable Street, a protest in London's East End, which the character is said to have been involved in, back in 1936. They were joined by Albert Square's Tom Watt who played Lofty Holloway, Peter Dean who was Pete Beale and actressLinda Davidson who portrayed 80s punk Mary Smith. 'He felt privileged to have worked with some of the greats of the theatre, including Samuel Beckett, Orson Welles and Jonathan Miller. There is some dispute about Dr Legg's age and early life. Died from pancreatic cancer. When Harold returned to the soap in 2018 he revealed to his good friend Dot Branning that he was suffering from terminal pancreatic cancer. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Natalie Cassidy, who plays Sonia Fowler, also payed tribute to Leonard, saying: I had the pleasure to work with Leonard. The comments below have been moderated in advance. So sad that Dr. Legg has gone. He attended Dupont schools and served in the US Navy. David and Harold manage to sort out their differences before David returns to Israel in September that year. Caskets | Urns | Preplanning | Contact Us. Dr Legg had a photo of Judith in his wallet, which Stuart stole. Year 's Day, Dr Legg watch a programme about the Battle of Street. 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