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The arrival of a 'secret' new Mitchell family is going to send a 'seismic shock' through EastEnders' Albert Square.

Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) will find out that his father Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford) has a secret family.

Stevie will be played by The Football Factory and Rise Of The Footsoldier franchise series actor Roland Manookian.

The actor continued: "Coming in as a Mitchell means you've got big shoes to fill, but it's a challenge that I'm happy to accept.

"It's a privilege to have the chance to work with the likes of Perry Fenwick, Steve McFadden, and the legendary Alan Ford – what amazing company to keep.

"Teddy is an enigmatic sort of fella with old-school principles, but he's tuned into modernity, too. It's a lovely part to get my teeth into."

EastEnders executive producer Chris Clenshaw said: "The arrival of Teddy, Harry and Barney will be a seismic shock for Billy and an unwelcome surprise for Phil.