Who Was Martin Kemp In Eastenders

Alright, mate, let's dive into the world of EastEnders, the longest-running soap opera on British TV. You might've heard of it, it's like the EastEnd version of Neighbours, but with a lot more drama and a dash of Cockney rhyming slang. Now, today we're talking about one of the show's most iconic characters, Martin Kemp. You know, the one who's always getting into trouble, but we can't help but love him?

So, who's this Martin Kemp fella?

Martin Kemp, born in 1961, is an English actor, musician, and TV personality. He's best known for his role as Steve Owen in EastEnders, but he's also been a part of the pop band Spandau Ballet, and even judged on Got to Dance. Quite the CV, eh?

His EastEnders Journey

Martin joined the EastEnders cast in 1998, and boy, did he make an entrance! His character, Steve Owen, was a dodgy market trader with a heart of gold (well, sometimes). He was always getting into scrapes, from selling dodgy goods to having a secret love child (don't we all?).

But it wasn't all drama for Martin. He had some hilarious moments too. Remember when he tried to sell a dodgy car to Dot Branning, and she drove it straight into the Argee Bhajee? Classic!

Martin's Iconic Exit

Martin's exit from EastEnders in 2002 was one of the most talked-about moments in soap history. In a dramatic storyline, Steve was shot by his own son, Ben Mitchell, in a case of mistaken identity. It was a shock to the system, I tell ya!

But fear not, Martin Kemp fans! He reprised his role as Steve Owen in 2016 for a brief but memorable appearance. It was like he'd never been away. Well, apart from the whole being dead thing, but you know what I mean.

Life After EastEnders

Since leaving EastEnders, Martin's kept busy. He's been a judge on Got to Dance, hosted Martin Kemp's Classic Gold on the radio, and even released a book called The Moon's a Balloon. Oh, and he's still making music with Spandau Ballet. You know, just keeping busy.

And if you ever get the chance to meet him, he's a top bloke. Always up for a chat and a laugh. I mean, he's got that cheeky grin and those twinkly eyes, hasn't he?

Why We Love Martin Kemp

So, why do we love Martin Kemp? Is it his cheeky chappy persona? His ability to make us laugh and gasp in equal measure? Or maybe it's just because he's a bit of a legend, both on and off screen?

Whatever it is, Martin Kemp has left his mark on EastEnders and our hearts. And for that, we say, "Cheers, mate!"

So, there you have it, folks. A little chat about Martin Kemp and his time in EastEnders. I hope you've enjoyed this trip down memory lane. Now, who's ready for a rendition of Gold?

Until next time, keep it real, keep it fun, and remember, it's always sunny in EastEnd... eventually.