Emmerdale actor Micah Balfour joins rival soap EastEnders in upcoming new storyline

Actor Micah Balfour best known for his roles in Emmerdale, Doctor Who and Death in Paradise is set to join the cast of EastEnders. Micah, 45, will be taking on the role of George Knight's estranged son Junior in an upcoming storyline. 

George Knight is about to get the shock of his life as he comes face-to-face with his estranged son, Junior Knight. With a complicated father-son relationship spanning decades, Junior arrives in Walford as George continues to spiral following Gloria’s death.

Whilst the reasonings behind their estrangement and the circumstances relating to their shock reunion remain under wraps, it soon becomes apparent that George’s enigmatic firstborn may be keeping a few cards close to his chest. 

Speaking in a press release about getting the role, Micah said: “I’m thrilled to be joining the cast of EastEnders as part of the Knight family. I grew up watching the show and many of the characters have been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so walking onto the Square for the first time was the most surreal experience of my career! 

“It’s a privilege to work with Colin Salmon, who I’ve watched with admiration for many years, and Francesca Henry and Molly Rainford, who are dynamite on screen, as well as the amazing Harriet Thorpe and Kellie Bright. Junior is an exciting character to play as he’s a complex man, and he’s going to cause a bit of a stir!”

Micah previously played Dr Bailey in rival soap Emmerdale from  2015 to 2016. He has also appeared in the TV series The Bill, Holby City, Doctors and Casualty. As well as the 2013  movie Diana which starred Naomi Watts as the late Princess of Wales. 

EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday from 7.30pm on BBC One or BBC iPlayer.

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