Tinker was Lovejoy’s antiques scout – a man who knew as much about rare and collectable items as anyone. Always wedded to a scotch or a gin and tonic, Tinker was a former monk and was gloriously brought to life by great character actor Dudley Sutton. In his hands the constantly inebriated Tinker was always a real person and never a caricature.
Ian McShane and Chris Jury in the first series of Lovejoy
- Credit: Andy Abbott
Eric Catchpole was the heavy-metal-loving, motorcycle-riding, apprentice that Lovejoy took on against his better judgement in order to help solve his constant cashflow problem. Over the four series Eric became a little less hapless – although he was never going to be a natural spotter of antiques, he had developed Lovejoy’s knack of selling a shady deal.
EastEnders producer Jon Sen has offered the first hints about the explosive storylines coming in 2021.
As the New Year begins, Mick will finally have a confrontation with his abuser Katy Lewis (Simone Lahbib) as he find some solace from a familiar face. But, can he still save his marriage? BBC After 15 years, we re set to say goodbye to Max Branning and it s safe to say he ll go out in dramatic style, Sen promised. We ll also see the ongoing effect of Mick s abuse and with Frankie intertwined with the Carters evermore, she struggles now that the truth is out.
No-one in Walford realises that Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith) has killed his second victim Tina Carter. With the Carters believing that Gray actually helped Tina skip town, who can stop the killer before he strikes again?