EastEnders character Jean Slater will “face one of her toughest times yet” in a storyline that sees her diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the BBC has said. The soap said it has worked closely with Macmillan Cancer Support. Gillian Wright plays Jean Slater in EastEnders (PA)Actress Gillian Wright, 58, who plays Jean, said: “It’s an honour and a huge responsibility to be taking on such an enormous issue, affecting so many women and their families. It’s important we treat the issue of cancer diagnosis and treatment with huge sensitivity, dignity and respect. Our free support line is open seven days a week, 8am-8pm on 0808 808 00 00.”The soap said Jean’s storyline will unfold in the coming weeks.

Source: Irish Examiner January 25, 2019 10:18 UTC