Martine McCutcheon revealed the late Barbara Windsor had a photographic memory before her battle with Alzheimer s Disease.
The EastEnders actress, 45, worked on the soap with Barbara for several years before her character Tiffany died after being hit by a car.
The pair had worked together previously when Martine was just a child but she explained Barbara, best known for playing Peggie Mitchell in the soap, was still working the same way nearly 20 years later.
Special skill: Martine McCutcheon , 45, revealed the late Barbara Windsor (pictured together) had a photographic memory before her battle with Alzheimer s Disease
Speaking to The Mirror, Martine explained Barbara had a special method for learning her lines - taking advantage of her almost photographic memory to remember them.
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Sharing the news, Martine said: I’m SO excited to announce that I’ve been signed to @elitemodlworld. It’s a dream come true! My 14 year old self would’ve died knowing this! I’m 45 next month and it just goes to show how it’s never too late for dreams to come true and also that the world of fashion and modelling is evolving in the greatest of ways and embracing so many different women.
Beaming: The actress took to Instagram on Saturday to share the news that she had been signed by Elite Modeling Agency World
Versatile: Martine showed her versatility as a model, pictured wearing a range of different styles, including a loose-fitting camel-coloured suit and more casual jean looks