Duncan Boyd is to return to BBC EastEnders as David Gillespie after 34 years

David Gillespie returns to EastEnders to reprise his role as Duncan Boyd and cause drama for ex flame Sharon Watts… 34 years after his last appearance in the square

After nearly 34 years Duncan Boyd is to reappear once again in Walford as actor David Gillespie makes a return to EastEnders. 

The actor is set to reprise his historic role for a short stint in the hit BBC soap this April after last appearing in July 1989. 

The character of Duncan first appeared in Albert Square back in 1987 as the curate of the local Church. 

He soon became involved with of one of EastEnders’ much-loved icons Sharon, who sought solace at his church in an attempt to escape from her turbulent home life caused by rowing parents, Den and Angie Watts.   

Sharon soon developed feelings for Duncan and the pair were engaged to be married until Sharon called off the nuptials when he was offered a new job at a parish in Wiltshire.

Exciting: After nearly 34 years Duncan Boyd is to reappear once again in Walford as actor David Gillespie makes a return to EastEnders this April

Oh dear: He is set to cause drama as he returns to Albert Square unknowingly to officiate Albie¿s christening, and is stunned when he arrives in The Vic to realise his former flame Sharon, is the young boy¿s mother

Oh dear: He is set to cause drama as he returns to Albert Square unknowingly to officiate Albie’s christening, and is stunned when he arrives in The Vic to realise his former flame Sharon, is the young boy’s mother

Duncan returns to Walford to unknowingly officiate Albie’s christening, and is stunned when he arrives in The Vic to realise his former flame Sharon, is the young boy’s mother. 

Although his time in Walford is short-lived, his arrival is sure to ruffle feathers as his past romantic history with Sharon comes to light.

David described his time back on the BBC set as ‘a little strange’ as he didn’t know many of the cast members. 

However, he said he ‘felt instantly at home’ after meeting new friends on set while filming. 

He said: ‘I have to say what a pleasure it was being back in EastEnders reviving my role as Duncan after over 30 years of leaving the show – a little strange at first but “nice strange”. 

‘The only people I knew were my old mates Letitia and Gillian but I was made to feel instantly at home by such a wonderful cast and great crew – lots of new friends. Fabulous!’

Chris Clenshaw, Executive Producer, added: ‘It’s wonderful to welcome David back to the role of Duncan Boyd. 

‘Although we haven’t seen Duncan for over three decades, his character shares a romantic history with one of the show’s iconic matriarchs, Sharon. 

‘We’re delighted to have him back for a short while as he unknowingly stirs up drama between the happy couple.’

Before: Duncan first appeared back in 1987 (pictured) as the curate of the local Church. He soon became involved with Sharon, who sought solace at his church in an attempt to escape from her turbulent home life caused by rowing parents, Den and Angie Watts

Before: Duncan first appeared back in 1987 (pictured) as the curate of the local Church. He soon became involved with Sharon, who sought solace at his church in an attempt to escape from her turbulent home life caused by rowing parents, Den and Angie Watts 

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