The EastEnders cast is paid handsomely for their tears and yelling. But it’s not all champagne corks. They work long hours, sometimes six days a week.
Yet, you can’t deny it: A regular slot on the Square is a golden ticket. It’s stable, it’s famous, and it pays your rent on a Victorian terraced house. Not bad for a fake market in Elstree.
So next time you watch, squint at the screen. Count the lines. Imagine the zeros on the cheque. It’s just a bit of fun—but seriously fun.
