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Shirley Carter

Shirley's tough. She lacks social graces, and if a fight kicks off, you want her on your side.

First appearance:
5th December 2006
Address:
23B Albert Square
Occupation:
Publican

Shirley walked out on Kevin, leaving him to rear the kids alone. Motherly love was something that didn't come naturally. But that doesn't mean she didn't care about her kids. It hurt her deeply when Dean and Carly rejected her and moved away.

Played by Linda Henry

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Shirley Carter character trail

Shirley walked out on Kevin, leaving him to to rear the kids alone. She might be lacking in social graces, but she's honest and owns up to her mistakes.

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The Carters