[4] Steven was the result of a one-night stand (in the bar of The Queen Victoria public house) between Cindy and Simon, occurring while Cindy was engaged to Ian Beale in May 1989. When NRE had to shut the Paducah NRE facility, he worked to keep it open as long as possible, and then when he was able to reopen that facility, he was happy to bring those jobs back to the community. But the biggest tear-jerker came in Steven (Aaron Sidwell) and Abi Branning's heart-to-heart in the hospital as the pair opened up about their real feelings for one another. [2] Aaron Sidwell was cast in the role of Steven, making him the fourth actor to play him. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. "; Ian is forced to tell Steven that he is not his natural father. She also claimed that animal pills were found in Steven's pockets and in traces of his blood. [22], Discussing the character's mental problems and his sexuality, Gareth McLean of The Guardian expressed concern that "in 'EastEnders', being gay is akin to being mentally unbalanced. But shockingly we found out that she has been keeping Steven's remains to herself. Stephen C. Beale was born March 23, 1953 to Clarence and Julia Beale. He suggests that they start trying for a baby but Lauren refuses because she wants to concentrate on her career, so Steven secretly pieces holes in condoms. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. #eastenders @bbceastenders ", A third said: "Ahhhh when Max hit Steven.always said Max would kill Steven! They leave Walford with Steven in December 1990; however, Ian and Cindy reconcile in 1992, and Ian raises Steven as his son. Write your message of sympathy today. Lauren still does not know about Abi's pregnancy though, that she has kept to herself. Residence: Walford, England . An EastEnders spokesperson said: "Aaron Sidwell is part of one of the big upcoming storylines and we can confirm, following dramatic scenes to be aired later this summer, he will be leaving the show. Ian confronts him, admitting that he is glad that Steven is not his biological son; he tells him that if he ever returns to Albert Square, he will kill him. "[22] He described Steven's exit storyline as sinister, exciting and compelling drama, adding that it was "sometimes hilarious and never less than thrilling". He lures Ian to an empty block of flats, and takes him hostage. #EastEnders ", Another added: "So Max killed Steven, the liver bleed was caused by Max pushing him into a sharp edge in the kitchen. He was predeceased by : his parents, Linden Beale and Marilyn Beale; and his brother Mike. The character's conception was a part of one of the most notable storylines in EastEnders during 1989, a love triangle between Cindy Williams (played by Michelle Collins), Simon Wicks (played by Nick Berry) and Ian Beale (played by Adam Woodyatt). [1] Young Farrell was also the reason viewers never saw Cindy wearing her red wedding dress on-screen again following its next outing at Steven's christening in February 1990. Max tells Steven to set fire to the flat while making sure the clients safely exit the premises. I love you so much.". Sidwell has commented on Steven's mental instability: "He's so unpredictableyou never know what he's going to do nextHe'll be normal one minute and he'll be crazy the next. He doesnt exactly plan to be evil but he is dangerous. According to former EastEnders writer, David Yallop, it had been agreed in September 1989, that Steven Beale would be killed off in the serial. Steven also briefly dates Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) but struggles with his sexuality and an attraction to Jane's brother Christian Clarke (John Partridge). Steven and Lauren do not tell anyone that they are together but when Ian finds out, he throws them out. Hoping he will leave Walford, Ian humiliates and rejects Steven several times, going as far as to break a snow globe he had given to Steven when he was young right in front of him. EastEnders viewers shocked as Kathy's mystery 'friend' is revealed as James Willmott-Brown - and devoted fans successfully predicted his surprise connections, Who is James Willmott-Brown? Since his 2016 return, Steven becomes deceitful with his girlfriend Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) by having an affair with her sister Abi (Lorna Fitzgerald) - which sparks the events of the character being responsible for Abi's pregnancy; fabricating a lie about having a brain tumour; and nearly killing Jane again after Lauren and Abi's father, Max (Jake Wood), blackmails him in setting fire to his dad's restaurant in his plan to kill her as revenge for her contribution to getting him wrongfully imprisoned for the murder of his sister Lucy (Hetti Bywater), who was previously killed by their half-brother Bobby (Eliot Carrington). Yet instead of an angry rant that followed came a weird love confession that actually pulled at the heart-strings in a twisted sort of way. [1] Because of the strict laws dictating the number of hours babies are permitted to work, occasionally dolls or understudies have to be used if the child runs out of time. Ian is full of praise for Steven; however, he does not realise that Steven has been hiding his runaway daughter, Lucy. [The gay kiss] is a cracking scene and I'm really pleased with it. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The love triangle between Simon, Cindy and Ian, and the events surrounding Steven's paternity dominated the soap during 1990; it has been described by writer Colin Brake as the year's "big story". As always you can unsubscribe at any time. ", Guilt-ridden, Steven croaked: "Abi, I didn't believe Jane. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. He is angry that Ian had not retrieved him from New Zealand; living with his biological father had not been a happy experience, and he had ended up feeling rejected and in the way. He knows that when you're gay, you're gay. Things aren't right between them, and he can't put his finger on the reason why. Steven doesn't want to be gay, and Christian knows how he feels. Roxy Mitchell. When Ian discovers what Steven has been planning to do, he reconciles with him. He goes from confused to psycho in a matter of minutes, grabbing a pillow and pushing it onto her face. Following an argument, Steven goes to his room and overhears Ian calling him "Cindy's little brat! summer_ste Posts: 5,455. . He later bumps into Lauren before she leaves and she plans to end their relationship, but notices Steven's head injury. Yallop said, "We had to reach a decision with the . Staceys half-brother, Kyle Slater (Riley Carter Millington), an employee at the restaurant, realises Steven arranged the burglary, so Steven sends him on a training course, and he admits to Lauren what he did. I wasn't expecting to stay on the Square forever. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. Ian accepts Steven's offer of driving him to the hospital. He then suffers a cardiac arrest and dies from his injuries. Gilead, Ohio 43338. He began rebelling, and was found to be the author of several mysterious poison pen letters. Yallop said, "We had to reach a decision with the illegitimate child who was in the process of being born as a result of an earlier storyline. upgrading Steven's public recordwith words and pictures, signing Steven's memory book, recording an audio memoryor lighting a candle. Steven actually died of a liver bleed - which means Max Branning killed him when he shoved Ian's son in the restaurant kitchen. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Pat Butcher. In September 2007, Steven returns and begins stalking Ian, pretending to be Ian's late wife, Cindy. "He loved and was loved by so many. Max violently shoves him into a countertop, causing Steven to be rushed to hospital where he tells Abi that he loves her and will try to make their relationship work. The plot was described as "controversial", and gay actor John Partridge has confessed that he had worries about it initially: "A gay man having any sort of relationship with an 18-year-old boy is a bit contentious. "[1], Before his first screen birthday, Steven was central to storylines surrounding his parents and stepfather Ian, including a special week of off-set episodes filmed in Devon, where Ian discovered that his best friend Simon was Steven's real father and that he had reunited with Cindy. Steven Beale's death sent shockwaves around Albert Square, but the real reason behind his death stunned his heartbroken family. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Stephen Beale of Springdale, Arkansas, born in Brookfield, Missouri, who passed away on October 23, 2021 at the age of 66. This was part of producer Mike Gibbon's plan to increase the ratings by culling a large number of the soap's long-running cast. I'm so messed up - I don't deserve a second chance Abi. EastEnders viewers left heartbroken this evening as Steven Beale died after suffering a cardiac arrest. Steven died on Friday night after escaping the fire he set Credit: BBC 4 Fans questioned if Ian has been told yet about his son's passing Credit: BBC But his father Ian (Adam Woodyatt) has. Steven L. Beal, 46, CEO of National Railway Equipment (NRE), died July 11 at his home in Ladue, Mo. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Cindy Beale. [24] Sidwell revealed that as there were plans for Jacqueline Jossa to return in the role of Lauren Branning, it meant there was an opportunity for Steven to return as well. #EastEnders ", * EastEnders continues on Monday on BBC One at 8.00pm, Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! The man looked at her sadly and told her that he was sorry, prompting to collapse into heartbroken sobs. [13] An EastEnders spokeswoman revealed: "[Sidwell]'s contract has run out he only came for that length of contract. Be the first to post a memory or condolences. The character returned on Thursday having been recast once again, with Clay Milner Russell taking over the role and awkwardness immediately ensued as we learned he had been sleeping in Lucys old bedroom. Steven's early storylines composed of his paternity and the ongoing custody battle between Steven's mother and stepfather, Cindy and Ian Beale. During an argument with Abi, who resents Lauren, Steven is stunned to hear Lauren aborted his child. Edward Farrell (1989-1990; recurring) Stuart Stevens (1992-1998; recurring) Edward Savage (1998-2002; recurring) Aaron Sidwell (2007-2008 & 05/2016-09/2017; recurring) . [31], Reintroduction (2007); stalking, kidnapping and mental illness, Departure (2008); sexuality and Lucy's disappearance, Reintroduction and fourth departure (20162017), Last edited on 16 February 2023, at 16:18, explain the fiction more clearly and provide non-fictional perspective, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "EastEnders: Find out why Steven Beale is back", "Soap opera's producers 'aimed axe at poor acting', "Writer of 'EastEnders' poison pen letters revealed", "Footie Wives actor tipped as new Steven Beale? "[10] He added, "I have been so lucky. However, Max burst in and shoved him into the side of one of the cookers, shouting at Steven to say he "hadn't found her". Creation. Steven is overjoyed when Louie says his first word, "mama", and gets him to say "dada", filming it to show Lauren. When Steven's lies are revealed, it is also revealed that Steven died of injuries to the liver (likely from when Max pushed him) and so only Abi attends his funeral and reads a eulogy dedicated to him. Abi Branning. Peter (now Ben Hardy) and fiance Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) leave Walford for New Zealand to join Steven in February 2015. As the character aged, his actor was given a more substantial role in the serial, Steven remaining with Ian following the death of his mother, who died in prison during child birth. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Morrow County, Inc., 228 South Street, Mt. I let him back into my home and my life.". Later, back in Walford, Ian spots Steven spying on Lucy. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. September 30, 1955 - The following episode, Christian was banished from the Beales' lives by Ian, although the truth eventually came out, and Ian, despite initial concerns, was shown to be supportive of Steven's sexuality. ", "Psycho Steven attempts murder in 'Enders", "Expect fireworks! Obviously I dont have anything from Steven's own doctors, only the pathologist. Enough time has passed for Steven to come back and have a different input and impact. Distressed and angry, Steven decides to leave Walford to meet Simon, who lives in Auckland, New Zealand. In the 1990s, Steven's storylines mostly included his paternity and the ongoing custody battle between his mother, Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins), and his adoptive father, Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt). They decided to make the child 'seriously ill', but the reprieve was temporary. Jane later discovers Max's revenge plan and Steven's brain tumour lie and Max convinces Steven that Jane is trying to get rid of him. Rail Group News offers news and analysis from Railway Age, IRJ and RT&S by email. Ian, Jane and Lucy try to stop him, a struggle ensues, and Jane is accidentally shot in the stomach; as a result, she is unable to have children. John Partridge, has commented, "Christian knew Steven was gay from the outset. He conducts research in computational fluid dynamics in the context of. All of which brought up talk of a lot of past events in the lives of the Beales from Lucys death at Bobbys hands to the death of Lucys half-brother, Steven who also met an untimely end in the wake of his half-sisters death. However, she sends the video to Peter, upsetting Steven as he tells Lauren that he sees himself as Louie's father, but Lauren says Peter will always be Louie's father. The collision with the edge of the cooker badly damaged Steven's liver, causing it to bleed and ultimately killing him. Steven and Stacey grow closer in early 2008, as he supports her through the breakdown of her marriage. It was my first big job out of drama college and I couldn't have asked for a better start in the industry. 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