Eastenders icon Shaun Williamson has finally broken his silence about one of the most dramatic deaths in British soap history - Barry Evans' tragic tumble down a mountainside that shocked millions of viewers.
The actor, who portrayed the much-loved character for nearly a decade, revealed how the infamous 2004 scene continues to follow him nearly twenty years later.
'I Still Get People Shouting About That Death Scene'
Williamson confessed that even now, complete strangers can't resist referencing Barry's dramatic demise when they spot him in public. "People still shout 'Mind that edge!' when I'm walking down the street," the actor shared, referring to the haunting final words Barry heard from his wife Janine before his fatal fall.
The 58-year-old actor admitted that while the character's death was undoubtedly memorable, it's created an unexpected legacy that persists to this day.
From Albert Square to the West End
Since leaving Walford behind, Williamson has built an impressive career on stage, currently starring in The Shawshank Redemption at London's West End. Yet despite his theatrical success and numerous television appearances, that mountainside moment remains firmly etched in the public consciousness.
The actor reflected on the strange phenomenon of being best known for a character's death rather than their life, acknowledging the bittersweet nature of creating such an iconic television moment.
A Death That Defined an Era
Barry Evans' death wasn't just another soap opera departure - it became a cultural touchstone that fans still discuss passionately. The shocking nature of Janine's manipulation and Barry's subsequent fall captured the nation, creating one of those rare television moments that transcends the screen.
Williamson's candid reflections offer a fascinating glimpse into the lasting impact of television drama and how certain scenes can define an actor's career in ways they never anticipated.
