An actress from the popular TV series EastEnders has shared the sad news of her grandmother’s passing, paying tribute to her “strong-willed” grandmother and expressing hope for a reunion in the future. Charlie Brooks, known for her role as Janine Butcher on the BBC soap opera, took to Instagram to announce the death of her grandmother, Jean, who was 90 years old.

Brooks posted a collection of photos featuring herself and her grandmother, capturing various moments from their lives, including a trip to Ibiza. In her caption, she reminisced about her grandmother, highlighting her adventurous spirit and independent nature. She wrote, “Today we bid farewell to nanny Jean, who lived life on her own terms without a care in the world.”

Expressing her emotions, Brooks added, “I will miss her dearly. Today, we celebrate her remarkable 90 years on this earth. Until we meet again, Nan.” Messages of support poured in from friends and former co-stars, including Kellie Bright, Simone Lahbib, and Lucy Speed.

Charlie Brooks last appeared on EastEnders in 2022, debuting in 1999 as Janine Butcher. Her character was known for being one of the show’s iconic female antagonists, involved in gripping storylines such as murder and deception. Apart from her TV roles, Brooks also competed on reality shows like I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here and Dancing on Ice.

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