Many EastEnders actors have successfully transitioned to roles beyond Albert Square, with some even gracing Hollywood films. However, one actor from the show landed an iconic role in a rather unconventional manner.
Adam Croasdell, who played the charming GP and surfer Dr Al Jenkins in Walford between 2009 and 2010, was a heartthrob who attracted several ladies on the show. His romantic escapades included dating Tanya Branning until Max interfered, as well as starting a relationship with Roxy Mitchell.
However, their romance ended in heartbreak when Dr Al had to return to his home in Ilfracombe, Devon, and Roxy declined his invitation to join him. What many fans may not know is that Adam Croasdell, who portrayed the sought-after doctor, went on to play arguably the most famous spy in the world.
Danny Dyer has previously expressed his desire to be the first “working class James Bond”, but if he ever achieves this, he won’t be the first Albert Square star to take on the role.
In the 2010 video game James Bond 007: Blood Stone, Croasdell played Daniel Craig’s James Bond, providing the motion capture acting instead of the Hollywood star.
In true Bond style, the game follows 007 as he attempts to thwart a terrorist plot to assassinate world leaders, complete with double agents, betrayal, and a fleet of Aston Martins for good measure.
Croasdell continued his career by playing Bond in the American TV series ‘Bond, James Bond’ in 2012.
He has since featured in several renowned video game franchises such as ‘Final Fantasy XV’ in 2016 and ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’ in 2019.
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