Gretchen Franklin

Gretchen Franklin established a prolific television career across several decades in British TV. She became widely recognized for her enduring portrayal of Ethel Skinner in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders, appearing in over 400 episodes from 1985 to 2000. Prior to this iconic role, Franklin made notable appearances as the Mother of Mildred in the ITV series George and Mildred and as Myrtle Harvey in Crossroads. Her extensive work as a television actor also included roles in classic programs such as Sykes, Rising Damp, and Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em.