EastEnders has welcomed actor Max Murray to Albert Square as Joel Marshall, the son of Ross Marshall, who is in a relationship with Vicki Fowler — a character returning to the show after 21 years.
Who is Max Murray’s famous mum?
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Max is the son of Gina Murray, a seasoned actress and singer whose work spans both screen and stage. Gina has appeared in popular TV shows including:
- Doctors
- Witless
- The Hunt for Raoul Moat
She also has an impressive stage résumé with performances in musicals like:
- Mamma Mia!
- Chicago
- Hairspray
Interestingly, Gina Murray even appeared in EastEnders back in 2014, playing Helen, a specialist who helped Carol Jackson during her cancer storyline.
Max expressed his excitement about joining the show:
“It’s an absolute privilege and honour to be joining such a wonderful production full of a lovely cast and crew. I’m really looking forward to introducing Joel to EastEnders viewers and telling his story.”
Famous Faces Run in the Family
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Max isn’t the only newcomer with star-studded roots. Alice Haig, who now portrays Vicki Fowler, is the daughter of acclaimed actor and playwright David Haig — best known for his roles in:
- Four Weddings and a Funeral
- My Boy Jack
- The Thin Blue Line
- Killing Eve
- COBRA
David shares five children with his wife Julia Gray, who acts under the name Jane Galloway.
