Sister to Ross and Grant and daughter of Peggy, Sam Mitchell was a force to be reckoned with in Eastenders and Danniella Westbrook took on the infamous role at just 16. 

Since then her off screen story has been like a rollercoaster. Highs, lows, twists and turns and every single moment has been documented by the press. 

Lee worked with Danniella on her last stint in Albert Square and they talk frankly and openly about her addiction, the press attention and what life holds in store for her now. 

If the issues discussed affect you, you can find information and support here:
https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/
https://www.mind.org.uk/

Find Danniella on social here:
Instagram: @danniellawestbrook_73
Twitter: @westbrookdanni 
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Lee Salisbury directed Continuing Drama for over 10 years.  Notable episodes including the Cot Death in Emmerdale and Barbara Windsor’s leaving episodes for Eastenders.  He s now a Series Producer… and of course a Podcaster!

Thanks to David Stevens at The Bothy for editing and technical wizardry.
@davidstevens_editor @the__bothy

Thanks to Iain McCallum for his press help.

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