Former Hollyoaks star lands EastEnders role in major Walford shake-up

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Matthew James-Bailey has secured a role in EastEnders, where he will portray Detective Constable Craig Ingram in an upcoming storyline.

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The 31-year-old performer, previously known for his work on Hollyoaks, described landing the part as "a dream come true.""From it being the soundtrack to my childhood, always on in the background at home, to gathering around the TV with my family every Christmas, being able to play even a small part in such an iconic piece of British television is truly surreal," he said.Executive producer Ben Wadey expressed enthusiasm about the casting, stating: "We're delighted to welcome Matthew to EastEnders, and he has been a fantastic addition to the cast." TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Craig will arrive in Walford this summer as a younger colleague of Detective Inspector Jack Branning.

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The character is being introduced after Jack's superior becomes concerned about his ability to manage professional responsibilities alongside personal difficulties.Denise...

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