Roman Kemp recently shared his thoughts on the unique challenges of having Martin Kemp as his father, describing it as an unconventional experience. This revelation came as he delved into his father’s portrayal of the notorious EastEnders character, Steve Owen, from 1998 to 2002, particularly recalling a memorable scene involving an ashtray.

In that specific episode, Steve found himself in a heated altercation with his ex-girlfriend, Saskia Duncan, during the grand opening of his club, E20. In a moment of self-defense, Steve infamously struck Saskia with an ashtray, resulting in her tragic death, a scene that has become iconic in the history of Albert Square.

Roman Kemp reflected on the aftermath of this storyline, revealing that people would jokingly label his father as a “murderer,” creating an unusual situation for him. He recounted instances where individuals would tease him about his dad’s on-screen actions, leading to some uncomfortable encounters.

Moreover, Roman disclosed how the impact of his father’s character extended into his personal life, sharing anecdotes of witnessing Martin Kemp’s on-screen deaths in various gruesome ways. He humorously mentioned scenes involving decapitation and extreme violence, emphasizing the abnormality of such exposure for a child.

The repercussions even followed Roman to his school days, where classmates would jest about his father’s fictional criminal persona, adding to the unconventional experiences he faced due to his father’s celebrity status.

In related news, Martin Kemp shared a harrowing incident on their podcast, “FFS! My Dad Is Martin Kemp,” where he detailed a distressing encounter with a fan who physically assaulted him, leaving him momentarily breathless. Martin recounted the unsettling experience of being unexpectedly attacked on a public street, highlighting the challenges of fame and public recognition.

Overall, Roman Kemp’s candid reflections shed light on the complexities of growing up with a famous father and navigating the blurred lines between on-screen personas and real-life perceptions.