In a stunning revelation on The One Show, EastEnders star Shane Richie, who plays the beloved Alfie Moon, hinted at an exciting new addition to Walford—none other than British acting legend David Jason! Richie shared his ambitions of enlisting the Only Fools and Horses star to join the iconic soap. And while he was careful to keep the details under wraps, the mere suggestion of Jason joining the EastEnders cast has sent fans into a frenzy.
Speaking with hosts Alex Jones and Angellica Bell, Richie playfully teased the idea of David Jason making his EastEnders debut following their presentation of the British Soap Award for Best Soap last month. “Well, we got presented the award by David Jason, and now this is between us,” Richie joked, leaving fans speculating about the potential cameo. “David Jason, big famous actor, say nothing, I’m trying to get him into EastEnders,” he continued, with a mischievous grin.
David Jason, best known for his legendary role as Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses, is one of the UK’s most beloved actors, and the thought of him appearing in Walford has fans buzzing with excitement. Could Jason be the next big name to grace Albert Square? The possibility of a crossover between two of the UK’s most iconic shows is enough to send the EastEnders faithful into overdrive.
Richie, however, kept the suspense alive, joking to the camera, “Turn over, watch something else, you don’t want to see this,” further teasing the prospect of Jason’s involvement in EastEnders. When pressed by Bell on whether he had spoken to Jason about the cameo, Richie replied with a grin, “I don’t know yet! I might take him out for a beer.”
Could a few pints with Alfie Moon be the key to convincing Jason to swap the cobbles of Peckham for the streets of Walford? Only time will tell, but the idea of seeing the legendary actor join EastEnders has fans already speculating about what role he might take on.
This teasing remark comes just after EastEnders’ victory at the British Soap Awards, where the show took home the coveted Best Soap award. Richie, reflecting on the win, shared how the entire cast and crew celebrated the honor. “It’s great, it’s an ensemble piece as you know, we’ve got 500 people working on the show. It’s not just the actors, there’s the crew, production, make-up, wardrobe, everyone – so it’s a big celebration to get that accolade and be told that we’re the best,” he said. However, Richie admitted that the celebrations had their toll, adding, “The day after is great because we all get to work and there’s a few hangovers.”
The possibility of David Jason joining EastEnders is just the latest twist in the ongoing drama surrounding the show, which continues to captivate viewers with its compelling storylines and iconic characters. But what role would Jason play? Could he be a mysterious new resident or perhaps a long-lost family member of one of the existing characters? The ideas are endless, and the excitement is palpable.
For now, fans will have to wait and see if the legendary actor joins the cast, but Richie’s comments have undoubtedly set the stage for an unforgettable addition to EastEnders. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds, and who knows – the Mitchells, the Slaters, and the rest of Walford might just find themselves face-to-face with a new, very famous neighbour. Will David Jason bring a new level of drama to Albert Square? Only time will tell!
