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\n\t\tLinda strikes up a connection with a newcomer (Picture: BBC \/ Metro)<\/p>\n
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\n\t\tLinda strikes up a connection with a newcomer (Picture: BBC \/ Metro)<\/p>\n
Casualty<\/a> star Jason Durr is set to join the cast of EastEnders<\/a> as a local councilman who catches the eye of Linda Carter<\/a> (Kellie Bright<\/a>). <\/p>\n The actor, who is best known for playing David Hide<\/a> on the BBC One medical drama between 2016 and 2023, will arrive in Walford as Clive in upcoming scenes after sad news circulates about the community centre. <\/p>\n With the beloved building at risk of redevelopment, Clive soon rocks up as the residents of the Square rally together and make a stand. <\/p>\n Much like she did with the market when it faced a shaky future in 2014, Linda is front and centre of the mission to save the Community Centre, leading the charge. <\/p>\n Clive shows his support for their cause and sparks a friendship with Linda in the process, and it\u2019s not long before the former Queen Vic landlady realises that their might be more to their budding friendship than meets the eye. <\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\tAsk Metro<\/p>\n Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about \u2013 powered by Metro and trusted publications.<\/p>\n Former Heartbeat star Jason has already started filming for his guest stint in Walford, with his scenes set to air this Summer. <\/p>\n \t\t \u2018Few shows command their place in the national conversation quite like EastEnders, so I\u2019m delighted to be joining the cast as Clive Masters,\u2019 he said of his casting. <\/p>\n \u2018Working with the wonderful Kellie Bright has been an absolute joy and pleasure from day one. <\/p>\n \u2018All the cast, crew and production staff have been incredibly generous, welcoming and good humoured. I\u2019m excited for audiences to meet Clive and see what\u2019s in store.\u2019<\/p>\n \t\t Linda has been through a lot in the past couple of years, from losing beloved husband and lifelong soulmate Mick (Danny Dyer)<\/a>, to battling her alcoholism<\/a> \u2013 not to mention struggling with guilt after she murdered<\/a> Keanu Taylor<\/a> (Danny Walters) to save her best friend, who helped her cover up the crime.<\/p>\n After so much trauma, will Clive provide Linda with some long overdue happiness? If so, just how will ex Max Branning<\/a> (Jake Wood<\/a>) react? <\/p>\n The car salesman, despite being engaged to Cindy Beale<\/a> (Michelle Collins<\/a>) and having an affair with Priya Nandra-Hart<\/a> (Sophie Khan Levy), was jealous of L\u2019s relationship <\/a>with Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) earlier this year, so it\u2019s safe to assume that he\u2019ll have something to say about Clive. <\/p>\n EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on\u00a0BBC\u00a0One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us\u00a0soaps@metro.co.uk<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n Join the community by leaving a comment below and\u00a0stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n Arrow Arrow Arrow![\"David](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/SEI_303967656-5b52.jpg\")
\n\t\tJason is best known for his role in Casualty (Picture: BBC)<\/p>\n![\"Linda](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/SEI_303360767-10cd.jpg\")
\n\t\tWill Linda find happiness once more? (Picture: BBC \/ Jack Barnes \/ Kieron McCarron)<\/p>\n
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