EastEnders Spotlights Shrimpy With Real-Life Mum Cameo in Mother’s Day Episode
Ben Champniss confirmed on Instagram that the guest star playing Shrimpy’s mum is his real mother.
Overview
- The March 16 BBC One installment featured Shrimpy appearing on-screen with his mother during a Queen Vic scene.
- Alfie Moon greeted them with a tongue-in-cheek line as he poured their drinks, marking the first on-screen meeting with Shrimpy’s mum.
- After the broadcast, Ben Champniss posted a behind-the-scenes selfie and caption confirming the family connection.
- Jackie Champniss responded in the comments that the cameo was a fun experience and a glimpse into her son’s ‘other life.’
- The Mother’s Day episode also delivered an unannounced return to Albert Square and is available to watch on BBC One and iPlayer.