Barbara Windsor became one of the most recognisable faces on television while playing Peggy Mitchell in EastEnders. But before she had set foot in Albert Square, Barbara, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, had enjoyed a glittering career in showbusiness. Sid James and Barbara Windsor pictured outside the Victoria Palace Theatre wearing busbies (PA)But, aside from her role in EastEnders, Barbara is perhaps best known for appearing in several Carry On… films. After 16 years of playing Peggy Mitchell, Barbara left Albert Square in 2010, though made further occasional appearances before her character was killed off in 2016. Barbara Windsor from London is made a Dame Commander of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace (Jonathan Brady/PA)- Press Association

Source: Irish Examiner May 10, 2018 06:11 UTC