Ronni Ancona, the well-known British comedian and actress, was nervous about joining the cast of EastEnders because she feared that her fun-loving, joke-making reputation might lead to a frosty or unfriendly reception from other cast members and audiences. Ancona has built her career on comedy and impressions, often poking fun at situations and personalities on TV, which made her wonder if her humor would fit in with the serious drama of the soap.
Despite her concerns, she took on the role, bringing her comedic energy to the show and hoping that her presence would be welcomed.
