Peter Dean (actor) why he was always seen drinking from a pewter tankard in "EastEnders", because he does not drink beer and would only drink lemonade. He also races greyhounds, although after a recent appearance on the BBC's Pointless Celebrities, there have been questions about how ethical his disposal of his retiring dogs might be. Peter Dean (actor) Peter Dean (born 2 May 1939) is a British actor, he is best known for his roles as Pete Beale in "EastEnders", Jeff Bateman in "Coronation Street" and Sergeant Jack Wilding in "Woodentop". Dean decided on a career in acting after actress Prunella Scales witnessed
Barry Evans (EastEnders) Darren Lamb (played by Merchant). A frequent running gag is that even Lamb is unable to remember his client's real name, instead referring to him as "Barry off "EastEnders,"" in reference to Williamson's "EastEnders" character. The character of Barry Evans has also been spoofed in the cartoon sketch show "2DTV". On 20 January 2017, "EastEnders" actor Jake Wood and Channel Four posted a satirical video showing "Barry" singing "(Something Inside) So Strong" at the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Twitter. The video actually shows Shaun Williamson performing at the 2014 World Bowls Championship in Great Yarmouth. Barry Evans (EastEnders)