Who is Teddy Mitchell and how is he related to Phil? Roland Manookian’s Eastenders character explained

TEDDY Mitchell is the latest newcomer to Albert Square – along with his two sons, Harry and Barney.

But are the new arrivals to Eastenders anything like their hot-headed Mitchell relations? Here’s everything you need to know about Walford’s new character.

Who is Teddy Mitchell?

Teddy is Billy Mitchell‘s half-brother.

Stevie Mitchell who came to the square earlier this year seeking reconciliation with Billy is their estranged father.

Stevie had dropped hints about the existence of another son on a Father’s day fishing trip with Billy, but viewers had no idea he would appear on the Square.

How is Teddy Mitchell related to Phil?

Phil’s dad Eric had two brothers – Archie, who was Ronnie and Roxy’s father – and Stevie.

This would make Phil and Teddy first cousins.

Viewers assumed Stevie only had two sons, Billy and Charlie – who died young.

Teddy was that secret child Stevie had with another woman, making Teddy Billy’s half-brother, and his two son’s, Harry and Barney, Billy’s half-nephews.

What else has Roland Manookian starred in?

Teddy is played by Roland Manookian who also starred in The Football Factory and The Rise of the Footsoldier and he also appeared in famous TV shows like The Bill.

Speaking about joining the soap, Manookian said:

“It’s a great honour to come into a show which is an institution in its own right.

To be part of a very well-established, stalwart family of Walford is a real honour.

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“It also comes with a bit of pressure too, which is welcome!”

How to watch Eastenders

EastEnders airs on BBC One and is available on BBC iPlayer.