Carol Jackson

Name: Carol Jackson
First Appeared: 16th November 1993
Last Appeared: 2nd October 2015
Played by: Lindsey Coulson

Carol Jackson’s arrival in Albert Square with her partner Alan and their four kids — Bianca, Robbie, Sonia, and Billie — was the start of a whirlwind saga. Things got spicy when Carol’s ex, David, moved back to Walford. The drama hit the fan when Carol had to reveal that Bianca was actually David’s daughter, a secret that sparked a rivalry with Pat Butcher. Carol’s life was never short of drama, and her attempts to keep her family together often led to explosive confrontations and unexpected alliances.

Carol and Alan’s wedding was a classic Walford affair, complete with family disapproval and a last-minute switcheroo at the altar. Despite their rocky relationship, which included affairs on both sides, they managed to reunite. But the Jackson family’s troubles were far from over. After Billie witnessed an armed robbery, they were whisked away into witness protection, only to return to more chaos. Carol’s relationship with Dan Sullivan was another rollercoaster, especially when she discovered he had an affair with Bianca. This betrayal led to Carol disowning Bianca and moving away with Billie.

Carol’s return to Walford in 2010 brought more heartache and drama. She tried to stop Billie from attending Bianca’s wedding, but they eventually reconciled. However, tragedy struck when Billie died after a night of heavy drinking. Carol’s grief was palpable, and her attempts to cope led to a series of questionable decisions, including a brief fling with one of Billie’s ex-gang members. Her tumultuous love life continued with relationships with Eddie Moon and Masood Ahmed, but it was her rekindled feelings for David that caused the most turmoil.

In 2014, Carol faced her toughest battle yet when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her journey through treatment was a testament to her resilience, even as she struggled with her feelings for David and Masood. Carol’s strength shone through, especially when she decided to have a double mastectomy. Despite her health struggles, she remained a pillar for her family, even as they faced their own challenges.

Carol’s final departure from Walford was as dramatic as her life had been. After Max was wrongfully convicted of murder, Carol decided to leave the Square, seeking a fresh start. She rode off on her father’s motorbike, embracing the unknown with the same fierce determination that had defined her time in Walford. Carol Jackson’s legacy is one of strength, resilience, and a never-ending capacity for love and forgiveness, no matter how many times life knocked her down.