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Strictly's Laila Rouass announces EastEnders role amid Anton Du Beke 'complaint'
Stepney-born actor Laila Rouass will appear for a guest stint in EastEnders as new character Ayesha, in early August as she called it a 'lifelong dream come true'
According to EastEnders producers, her character will arrive in Walford after an invite from Nish, and it quickly becomes clear she shares a past with him, Suki and the Panesar family. Laila took part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2009 (Image: PA) Read MoreRelated Articles Beloved soap actress dead as tributes paid to BBC star who 'captured the nation' Rouass is most recognised for her roles as doctor Sahira Shah in Holby City, from 2011 to 2021, and Amber Gates in Footballers' Wives, where her character was reportedly inspired by Victoria Beckham.
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