Hollyoaks Meet Tabitha Maxwell-Brown (Linda Gray)

[J. R.'s Piece]

It's just that Joan is 83... Linda is 76. Though both ladies do not look their age.

The character is the mother of regular character Marnie Nightingale, played by 53 year old Lysette Anthony. I don't really think of real ages in regard to playing ages. People usually tell me off for not being in school. Saves on transport fares though.
https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowb...ival-linda-gray-was-invited-to-join-the-cast/
http://www.tv3.ie/xpose/article/ent...as-offered-Hollyoaks-role-ahead-of-Linda-Gray
http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/dame-joan-collins-shade-linda-gray_uk_57da7c8fe4b0d584f7eff41f

Marnie's storylines this year have included sleeping with her daughter's boyfriend, played by 25-year-old Charlie Clapham, although they were 52 and 24 resectively when that first happened.


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[J. R.'s Piece]

Dallas star Linda Gray makes Hollyoaks debut tomorrow

• Saskia Murphy
• 12:33pm - Sun, November 13

American actress Linda Gray, best known for her award-winning portrayal of Sue Ellen in 1978 drama Dallas, makes her Hollyoaks debut tomorrow as Marnie Nightingale's mother.

Dallas and Models Inc. star Linda Gray is set to make her Hollyoaks debut tomorrow.

The American actress is best known for her award-winning portrayal of character Sue Ellen in the 1978 TV series Dallas.

Gray is also a former United Nations Goodwill Ambassador and starred as Mrs. Robinson in the Broadway and West End productions of The Graduate in 2001. Her legs were famously used in the original movie poster for The Graduate, starring Anne Bancroft and Dustin Hoffman.

Seventy-six-year-old Linda makes her eagerly awaited appearance as Tabby Maxwell-Brown in Hollyoaks tomorrow, when she gets a phone call at her LA home from daughter, Marnie Nightingale (Lysette Anthony).

Marnie has found herself in financial trouble after investing in a property development scam and the only person who can bail her out is mother, Tabby. However, when Marnie’s son, James invites Tabby over to the UK, Marnie pales knowing Tabby will not approve of her getting back with ex-husband, Mac Nightingale.

In scenes during Hollyoaks’ E4 episode at 7pm on Monday 14th November, Marnie bites the bullet and calls Tabby to break the news that her and Mac are back together.

Linda has filmed several episodes for the soap which will see her clash with Mac as well as come up against a seduction attempt courtesy of hapless Tony Hutchinson. But whether or not her relationship with Marnie will be damaged during the scenes remain to be seen.

Talking about her Hollyoaks role, Linda said, “I’m thrilled to be going from one iconic series to another. Hollyoaks viewers are going to love it when Tabby whips up a storm just like Sue Ellen did.”

Hollyoaks executive producer, Bryan Kirkwood said: “When we came to discuss who could possibly play Marnie’s mother the list was very small. Lysette Anthony has fast become a fabulous soap bitch so having Linda Gray play her mother, Tabitha is the perfect fit.”

Linda Gray’s first Hollyoaks appearance airs during the E4 episode at 7pm on Monday 14th November.


http://www.whatsontv.co.uk/news/linda-gray-dallas-hollyoaks-430530/

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

lysette anthony Verified account ‏@chezLysette
Here she comes..Tuesday @Hollyoaks ..Brace,http://brace.LOVE this woman @Linda_Gray

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

Monday, Nov 14th 2016

From Hollywood to Hollyoaks! Dallas star Linda Gray, 76, brings the glam to Chester in first look at her cameo in the Channel 4 soap
By Joanna Crawley For Mailonline
Published: 01:35, 14 November 2016 | Updated: 02:00, 14 November 2016

She's best known for her role as Sue Ellen Ewing in iconic '80s series Dallas.
But 30 years on, Linda Gray, 76, has returned to TV screens, this time on Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks.

In images released of her first scenes playing Tabby Maxwell-Brown, Linda is seen receiving a phone call in her plush Los Angeles home - the call which will bring her to Chester.

Icon: Dallas star Linda Gray, 76, has returned to TV screens, this time on Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks, in scenes to be aired on Monday on E4

She will first appear in the soap on Monday's episode when Tabby's daughter Marnie Nightingale, played by Lysette Anthony, calls her at her home across the pond. Marnie found herself in financial trouble after investing in a property development scam and the only person who can bail her out is mother, Tabby.

However, when Marnie's son, James invites Tabby over to the UK, Marnie pales knowing Tabby will not approve of her getting back with ex-husband, Mac Nightingale.

Hollywood: In images released of her first scenes playing Tabby Maxwell-Brown, Linda is seen receiving a phone call in her plush Los Angeles home - the call which will bring her to Chester

We are family: She will first appear in the soap on Monday's episode when Tabby's daughter Marnie Nightingale, played by Lysette Anthony, calls her at her home across the pond

In scenes during Hollyoaks' E4 episode at 7pm on Monday, Marnie bites the bullet and calls Tabby to break the news that her and Mac are back together. But how will Tabby react?

Talking about her Hollyoaks role, Linda said, 'I'm thrilled to be going from one iconic series to another. Hollyoaks viewers are going to love it when Tabby whips up a storm just like Sue Ellen did.'

Hollyoaks executive producer, Bryan Kirkwood said: 'When we came to discuss who could possibly play Marnie's mother the list was very small. Lysette Anthony has fast become a fabulous soap b***h so having Linda Gray play her mother, Tabitha is the perfect fit.'

In trouble: Marnie found herself in financial trouble after investing in a property development scam and the only person who can bail her out is mother, Tabby

Reunited: Linda looks glam as her character meets up with family, including granddaughter Ellie Nightingale, played by Sophie Porley

The actress, 76, is best known for her role as Sue Ellen Ewing, the wife of Larry Hagman's infamous character JR Ewing in the 1980s series.
She is also a former United Nations Goodwill Ambassador and starred as Mrs. Robinson in the Broadway and West End productions of The Graduate in 2001. Her legs were famously used in the original movie poster for The Graduate, starring Anne Bancroft and Dustin Hoffman.

Linda will first appear on E4, Monday 14th November and Ch4, Tuesday 15th November.

TV icon: Talking about her Hollyoaks role, Linda said, 'I'm thrilled to be going from one iconic series to another

Back in the day: The actress, 76, is best known for her role as Sue Ellen Ewing, the wife of Larry Hagman's infamous character JR Ewing in the 1980s series


http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbi...s-glam-Chester-look-cameo-Channel-4-soap.html

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

And that wee rat Hutchinson may keep his hands to himself!!!

Scott seems to be trying to get involved too!

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

http://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hol...er-tabbybut-scott-drinkwell-has-another-idea/


http://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/eas...-coronation-street-visitor-hollyoaks-arrival/

 

[Sarah]

Aye sure won't they all. Dirty wee ratbags, I'll have them. That's right isn't it @Mo Mouse ?

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

Hollyoaks Winter Trailer. With bits of Linda Gray

 

[Mo Mouse]

Yes, ma'am. Wouldn't like to get on your wrong side, Sar.

 

[Mo Mouse]

Good to see Sue Ellen back in business. Bit of an underwhelming introduction though.

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

Here comes Tornado Tabby!

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It’s not all slanging matches, sex scandals and murders – Hollyoaks also welcomes some serious Hollywood-esque glamour to proceedings as Linda Gray makes her debut as Tabby – who is every inch as intimidating and fabulous as Sue Ellen.

Her reaction to Mac is everything that Marnie had been dreading – but the real highlight has to be Tony’s attempt to seduce her. Will it go well? We think Tabby may well have the upper hand on this one, sorry Tony!

http://metro.co.uk/2016/11/14/death...al-12-huge-hollyoaks-winter-spoilers-6257738/

Good to see Sue Ellen back in business. Bit of an underwhelming introduction though.

Well, I suppose she's got to get a plane over now.

 

[Sarah]

I saw her tonight yay beautiful as ever

 

[Mo Mouse]

I can see what JR saw in her I guess.

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

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Hollyoaks arrival, sex shock and drugs drama: 10 big spoilers and full episode guide

Duncan Lindsay for Metro.co.ukTuesday 15 Nov 2016 10:18 am


Hollyoaks becomes a touch Hollywood as Linda Gray makes her long awaited debut as Marnie Nightingale’s mum, Tabby. And sparks will definitely fly. But there’s plenty else to get excited about too if Dallas legends aren’t your thing (who even are you?).

Ste Hay is forced to take drastic action as the custody war turns nasty and Sienna Blake continues with her own schemes as she remains determined to make Warren Fox pay by using his son Joel.

Elsewhere, Ellie’s agony around what happened with Nick Savage leads to a showdown while Lisa Loveday snares a taken man – but who is he?

We have 10 juicy spoilers for the action coming up and check out our full episode guide if the teasers simply aren’t enough.

10 Hollyoaks spoilers

• Tabby arrives on the scene and Tony gets to work on seducing her – but will Marnie’s plan pay off?
• Mac and Tabby end up clashing, leaving Marnie stuck in the middle of the row.
• Ellie confronts Nick over what happened – but what will his reaction be? Elsewhere, he is growing closer to Holly as they share their first kiss.
• Ste is hopeful after spending a day with Amy that sees tension thaw but when she presses ahead with the custody action, he calls his dealer.
• Warren follows Sienna but while she manages to conceal her meeting with Joel, he later spots a suspicious text on her phone.
• After calling Amy boring, Lisa is left on a night out with Freddie and Ryan. But when she tells Cleo she has slept with someone, who will it be revealed as?
• Liam decides to hand himself into the police before Eva reports Grace for the shooting.
• Louis discovers that Simone has filed for divorce and urges her to reconsider.
• Goldie is furious when Prince and Hunter are put on detention and storms into the school.
• Marnie tells Mac she is using reverse psychology to try and split Nathan and Lisa

Monday 21st November

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Tabby descends on the village to James’ delight but will Tony’s attempt to seduce her pay off? Elsewhere, Neeta encourages Ellie to show Freddie how she feels but she gets painful flashbacks to the night with Nick. When Nick later confronts her, how will she respond? Elsewhere, Nick and Holly grow closer.

Simone confronts Lisa over Margaret and Cleo gives Lisa food for thought about her. Meanwhile Liam prepares to hand himself into police.


Tuesday 22nd November

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Nick plots to get Ellie off his back and later shares his first kiss with Holly – but they decide to keep their relationship a secret from Cindy and Dirk. Mac’s birthday party descends into chaos when Tabby shares her thoughts on him, leaving Marnie in an awkward position.

Harry wants James to help with the custody battle. Lisa calls Amy boring during a night out and is left alone with Ryan and Freddie – but who is she about to sleep with as the night goes on?

http://metro.co.uk/2016/11/15/holly...-big-spoilers-and-full-episode-guide-6253884/

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

Hollyoaks Spoilers: Newcomer Tabby gets catty, but there’s terrible trauma for Ellie
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15th November 2016 by Lynn Rowlands

The week on Hollyoaks begins on Monday 21st November, and as we rejoin the drama in Chester, it’s to see Marnie’s mother, Tabby – who’s played by Dallas icon Linda Gray – breezes into the village, much to the delight of grandson James…

TABBY ARRIVES EMBARGOED 15 NOVEMBER

TABBY IS INTRODUCED TO TONY
However, her former son-in-law Mac is furious.

Later, when Tabby meets Tony, will she be fooled by Marnie’s seduction plan?

Elsewhere, after Liam tries to stop Grace from meddling in the Osborne case, he decides to hand himself in to the police before Eva can report Grace

Also in this episode, there’s palpable sexual chemistry between Holly and Nick, which rises as he comforts her about the missing family.

Meanwhile, Neeta encourages Ellie to show Freddie how much he means to her. And sure enough, Ellie springs a romantic surprise on him. But when they start to kiss, she gets flashbacks to her night with Nick and has to leave.

And finally, after Simone confronts Lisa about visiting Margaret, Cleo compares Margaret to Pete when she talks to Lisa.

In the next trip to Hollyoaks on Tuesday 22nd November, Nick goes to The Loft with Holly, and it’s soon clear that he has a plan to get Ellie off his back.

Meanwhile, Holly and Nick have their first kiss, and both agree to keep their relationship secret from Cindy and Dirk.

Elsewhere, Harry wants James to help with Ste’s custody battle and so tells Tabby about his and James’ history. In the meantime, the Nightingales have arranged a birthday party for Mac, but it descends into chaos when Mac and Tabby clash, with Marnie stuck in the middle.

TABBY ARRIVES
EMBARGOED 15 NOVEMBER

Also in this episode, Amy and Ryan are enjoying a night out at The Loft, but when Lisa calls Amy boring, Amy causes a scene and leaves. Ryan is then left with Lisa and Freddie…

Later, Lisa tells Cleo that she’s just slept with another man, but was it Freddie or Ryan?

http://www.unrealitytv.co.uk/soaps-...s-catty-but-theres-terrible-trauma-for-ellie/

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

Hollyoaks spoilers: Brand new pictures of big trouble as Linda Gray makes her debut as Tabby

Duncan Lindsay for Metro.co.uk
Tuesday 15 Nov 2016 11:58 am

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The glamorous tornado that is Tabby Maxwell-Brown is heading to Hollyoaks – and the village won’t know what has hit it! Dallas star Linda Gray is about to make her debut and with her welcoming gift being a seduction attempt by Tony Hutchinson, you just know things aren’t going to go well.

Marnie needs a loan from her mum but knows that her reunion with Mac Nightingale is going to cause a big storm. So she has lined up Lothario Tony to give her mum a bit of loving in the hope of softening her up. But whether or not Tabby will be fooled remains to be seen. Is Tony set to get lucky or put firmly in his place?

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As Tabby and Mac clash spectacularly at a family gathering, the scene will be a treat for soap fans as Linda Gray reminds us all what makes her so special. And with Mac put in his place, Marnie is left with some making up to do.

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Tabby well and truly makes her mark on Hollyoaks during her visit – but how will things end between her and her daughter as she heads off again? Is their relationship at an end or can they make things up to each other and part on good terms?

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And what about the cash that Marnie was hoping to get her hands on?

Linda Gray’s debut airs on E4 at 7pm on Friday 18th November.

http://metro.co.uk/2016/11/15/holly...-linda-gray-makes-her-debut-as-tabby-6249870/

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

FROM DALLAS TO CHESTER
Who is Linda Gray? Dallas actress and Hollyoaks guest star – here’s what we know


The 76 year old TV veteran, most famous for her portrayal of alcoholic Sue-Ellen has made the journey across the Atlantic

BY HELEN THOMAS
15th November 2016, 3:33 pm

LINDA Gray is making a brief appearance in the Channel 4 soap, Hollyoaks this week, playing Tabby Maxwell-Brown – mother of Marnie Nightingale (Lysette Anthony).

Her character will be arriving in Chester to see her daughter, following the death of her on-screen husband, Charles and creates a bit of a stir to say the least.

Linda has enjoyed a career spanning 50 years – but what do we know about the actress?



Who is Linda Gray and what is her background?
Linda is a TV legend best known for her role in the long-running TV show Dallas.

She was born in Santa Monica, California and started life as a model in the 1960s before moving into acting.

Linda got experience by first making TV commercials – around 400 of them, and then winning guest roles in several popular TV series before landing her starring role in Dallas.


Linda as long-suffering Sue-Ellen with her on-screen husband Larry Hagman, who played JR Ewing


What about her career?
Part of the original cast, Linda played the alcoholic, downtrodden Sue-Ellen Ewing, wife of notoriously evil oil baron, JR Ewing.

Sue-Ellen was on our screens from 1978-1991 and Linda was nominated for an Emmy for her portrayal. She then reprised the famous character in the 2012-2014 revival series.

After her first stint in Dallas, Linda starred in several made for TV movies as well as appearing in theatrical stage shows.

She came to the West End in 2001 to play the iconic Mrs Robinson character in The Graduate which seemed fitting, as in her modelling days it was Linda’s stockinged leg that appeared on the original poster for the iconic movie starring Anne Bancroft and Dustin Hoffman.


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Linda was paid just $25 for this shot of her legs in the iconic movie poster for The Graduate
A recognisable face, Linda has made guest appearances in several US television series alongside her film roles – she played Darnell in 2010’s Expecting Mary.


Linda was reunited with some of the original members of the Dallas cast for the reboot in 2012

Why is she appearing in Hollyoaks?
There was much excitement when The Sun revealed that Linda had been signed up for a stint in Hollyoaks.

She is initially only scheduled to appear for a week, but producers are open to a longer run if her character proves popular.

Playing the glamorous Tabby, she will be bringing drama too, clashing with her on-screen daughter – fuming that Marnie has taken Mac back.

Executive producer of the Channel 4 show, Bryan Kirkwood, said: “When we came to discuss who could possibly play Marnie’s mother the list was very small.

Lysette Anthony has fast become a fabulous soap bitch so having Linda Gray play her mother, Tabitha, is the perfect fit.”


Linda Gray as Tabby with her on-screen daughter, Marnie, played by Lysette Anthony


When is Linda Gray appearing?
Linda’s first episode airs on Friday November 18, 7pm on E4.


https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/2189363/who-linda-gray-dallas-hollyoaks-what-we-know/

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

I saw her tonight yay beautiful as ever

I've seen some Facebook comments on that, like:
"The actress who plays Marnie is 53 and Linda Gray (her onscreen mum) is 76... however I didn't see such an age gap because Linda looks amazing!"
"She looks younger than Marnie!!"
"I thought that was her sister"
With lots of variants on the same thing.

"Omg, Sue Ellen is in hollyoaks!!!!!!! Can't wait for that lol"
"Yaaay love her Dallas was my all time favourite programe !!"

 

[Sarah]

Linda has already been on - on E4 on Monday.

Yay love these comments So true

I wish people would learn to spell Sue Ellen. There is no hyphen.

 

[J. R.'s Piece]

Linda has already been on - on E4 on Monday.

E4 and E4+1 on Monday, Channel 4 and Channel 4+1 on Tuesday, E4 and E4+1 on Wednesday.

But far more importantly:

Linda Gray has crush on her Hollyoaks co-stars

Linda Gray has confessed she has developed a soft spot for her 'Hollyoaks' co-stars.
16 November 2016

Linda Gray


Linda Gray has a crush on all her male co-stars in 'Hollyoaks'.


The 'Dallas' beauty has just joined the Channel 4 soap as feisty mother Tabitha Maxwell-Brown and, although she's only just started shooting her scenes, she's already developed a soft spot for the majority male cast and can't resist staring at them when she's meant to be working.


Speaking to the Daily Mirror newspaper, Linda explained: "All the men on 'Hollyoaks' are just yummy. They're delicious. It was like going to an art gallery.

"I could appreciate what was in front of me, but I didn't take it home. I've relaxed into life. This is the best time of my life and I have more fun now."

And, although she's settled in already, the 76-year-old actress had no idea what 'Hollyoaks' was when she was dished out the script from producers and had to rely on her British friends to explain.

She said: "I love England, I read the script, she's feisty, I love the feisty ones.

"I asked all my British friends 'What is 'Hollyoaks'?' and they all said it was a great idea.

"I'm 76 and I feel amazing - Maybe better than I did when I was younger. My motto is 'choose wisely' - and I think I've chosen wisely."

Linda - known for portraying long-suffering wife Sue Ellen Ewing in 'Dallas' between 1978 and 1989 - announced she had joined 'Hollyoaks' last month and was "thrilled" she had been chose by bosses.

She said at the time: "I'm thrilled to be going from one iconic series to another and can't wait to work with the fantastic cast.

"'Hollyoaks' viewers are going to love it when Tabby whips up a storm just like Sue Ellen did."

Although Linda's appearance in the show will only last a week, bosses have left the door open for a future return.

'Hollyoaks' Executive producer Bryan Kirkwood explained: "When we came to discuss who could possibly play Marnie's [Lysette Anthony] mother the list was very small.

"Lysette Anthony has fast become a fabulous soap bitch so having Linda Gray play her mother Tabitha is the perfect fit.We can't wait to have an international TV icon arrive in Chester and become part of the 'Hollyoaks' family."


http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/tv/news/linda-gray-crush-hollyoaks-stars-1010865.html