Former Holby City star Dawn Steele is set to make her EastEnders debut as Sandra Goodwin, a character who will cause upheaval for the Slater and Trueman families. Steele, known for playing Ange Godard on Holby City from 2019 to 2022, joins newcomer Joshua Vaughn, who plays her on-screen son Josh Goodwin.
Sandra arrives in Walford seeking answers about Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) ahead of her trial for the murder of her father, Anthony Trueman. Her arrival will reveal new details about Jasmine's past, while Josh follows her unaware that his birth mother, Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan), is nearby.
Steele described her role as a short stint but said her character “throws a spanner or two into the Square.” She added, “It was so great to go back to Elstree after the end of Holby City. Everyone was so welcoming.” Vaughn expressed excitement for audiences to “see the drama unfold” as Josh arrives at the intersection of the iconic Trueman and Slater families.
Executive producer Ben Wadey said, “Since her return last year, Zoe has searched for her long-lost son, and we’re excited to finally add the missing pieces to her story. The arrival of Sandra and Josh promises even more drama for Walford at a pivotal moment as Jasmine’s trial begins.”
