EastEnders Fans Stunned To Learn Kathy Beale Actress Gillian Taylforth’s Real Age

Ahead of the dramatic Halloween scenes, EastEnders viewers were shocked to discover that star Gillian Taylforth is really decades younger than she actually is.

When viewers of EastEnders discovered Gillian Taylforth’s true age, they were astounded. The actress just celebrated her 69th birthday. She has played Kathy Beale since the BBC One soap opera’s debut in February 1985. Fans praised the actress for her age-defying appearance when she celebrated her birthday at the end of the summer.

Fans quickly expressed their gratitude on an EastEnders-focused Facebook page. “Happy Birthday to Gillian Taylforth, who is 69 today,” one person said, to which another responded, “Aged really well.” “Very pretty still today,” said a second, and “More like 39..!!!!” said a third.It seems like some women never grow old. Gillian is one of those lucky women!She’s fantastic.

One admirer said, “She looks fantastic,” while another asked, “She is never69?”

Gillian previously discussed her philosophy of healthy living with The Express. “Age is just a number, and as long as I’m fit, healthy, and having fun, I’m happy,” she told the publication. Maybe that’s what makes me appear a particular way.

“I’ve always taken care of my physical health. Additionally, I’ve always worked out and become upset when I can’t. Power walking is something I adore. I get my tour bag’s weights and work out for a while when I return to my dressing room. Everything is beneficial.

**Since the BBC One soap opera’s premiere in February 1985, the actress has played Kathy Beale.**

Peter Beale, who was well-known for selling his produce at Bridge Street Market, was Kathy’s husband in the early days of EastEnders. With Ben and her new spouse Gavin Sullivan, Kathy left the Square in 1998 and relocated to South Africa. She waived farewell to Walford in 2000, although she returned for two different guest stays in 1999.

Years later, however, Ian was devastated to learn that Kathy and Gavin had died in a vehicle accident, even if it was untrue. Since her spectacular return to Walford in 2015, Kathy has continued to be a beloved character.

**She was at the center of a Christmas homicide last year.**

She was at the center of a Christmas murder last year, and some of her tough themes have dealt with issues including teen pregnancy, rape, domestic abuse, and alcoholism.

In dramatic scenes that will show this Halloween, Nish Panesar of EastEnders is scheduled to delve into The Six’s great secret. In future EastEnders scenes, Nish will become suspicious of The Six after listening in on a covert conversation between Kathy Beale and Suki Panesar.