Scott Maslen eager to stay in Walford

By Daniel Kilkelly, Entertainment Reporter DIGITAL SPY

EastEnders star Scott Maslen has confirmed that he is keen to stick with the show for as long as possible.

The actor, who plays Jack Branning on the BBC One soap, hinted that he would only quit Walford if there was a drop in the quality of his storylines.

Speaking to We Love Telly! magazine, Maslen explained: "I've got a good life, got a house, got everything in place, so I'm happy to be there as long as it stays good."

The star added that he is often disappointed by the behaviour of his alter-ego Jack, who is currently torn between sisters Ronnie (Samantha Janus) and Roxy (Rita Simons).

"He's a bit of a louse, actually," Maslen admitted. "Why do people cheat? I always say: 'Not even a kiss, not even a dance'. I have a real issue with people being unfaithful."

Maslen tied the knot with his long-term partner Estelle Rubio in September last year.

September 2008 - Special Thanks to Becks Johnson for help with the Scans

Congratulations!



COURTESY HELLO! AND THE DAILY  MAIL

Scott Maslen marries sweetheart in front of  EastEnders cast at fairytale home

Scott Maslen has married long-term love Estelle Rubio in a star-studded ceremony.

 

The 37-year-old EastEnders actor, who plays swaggering Jack Branning, dissolved into tears when he saw Estelle in her Cleopatra-inspired ivory gown with a half-moon, jewel encrusted décolletage.

He was so overwhelmed that he had trouble uttering his vows and at times had to comforted by Estelle, 33, who reassuringly stroked his cheek.

'I really held it together well, didn’t I?' he joked.

The ceremony took place at a stately home set in 500 acres of beautiful parkland and the 150 guests included Scott’s EastEnder’s co-stars Barbara Windsor, Patsy Palmer, Sid Owen, Steve McFadden, Jo Joyner, Samantha Janus (who was matron of honour) and Perry Fenwick.

Scott said: 'I am associated with being a bit of a Jack the Lad because of the parts I play, but I don’t understand people who cheat, and I cannot be with a friend who cheats.

'I want a long-lasting kind of love and I believe I will have that with Estelle.'

'It’s been a very intense period for us both but it was the most beautiful day of my life,' said Scott.

'I feel my life is really coming together: we have a fantastic son, have moved into our dream home and our careers are going well. And most importantly, we are still madly in love. I can’t wait to get on and enjoy being Mr and Mrs Maslen… and then I’m trying for another baby as soon as possible.'

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HELLO!  AUGUST 2008

Links:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1041650/EastEnders-star-Scott-Maslen-engaged-Estelle-Rubio.html

http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/showbiz/article-23527046-details/EastEnders+star+Scott+Maslen+engaged+to+Estelle+Rubio/text/article.do

http://www.nowmagazine.co.uk/celebrity-news/tv-news/269147/eastenders-star-scott-maslen-engaged/1/

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/article1522307.ece

http://www.hitched.co.uk/Chat/blogs/wedding-news/page/20080806/EastEnders-star-finally-ready-to-walk-down-the-aisle.aspx


MESSAGES FOR SCOTT

Congratulations on the wedding!
Also Scott celebrates his birthday - 25th June - other celebrants include  (and a happy birthday to all !) :

George Michael, British musician
Carly Simon, American singer
Ricky Gervais, English comedian
Phill Jupitus, English comedian and broadcaster
Lucy Benjamin, British actress
Jamie Redknapp, English footballer

Messages and greetings have been coming in - Q and A's coming soon!x




Courtesy John Ledward (Escape)




From Amanda Taylor

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Hi it's Emma Smith  - I am ur biggest fan!!!
I watched te bill when u played phil hunter and now I watch
eastenders I luv jack branning.
He should stick wif Ronnie not TANYA!!!
Can i ave ur autograph plz
I luv u !!!
Emza
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Hi Scott,
 
I heard it was your birthday on 25th June so Happy Birthday.
Just to mention i am one of your biggest ever fans,
hope you enjoy your birthday and you are great on Eastenders!
 
From Caitlin Strong in Seaham


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Two fans - Zack and Mum Lisa Ellen Bolster