Pam St Clement Honors Beloved EastEnders Hubby Tony Caunter's Legacy

Pam St Clement, best known for her role as Pat Butcher in the popular British soap EastEnders, has paid a heartfelt tribute to Tony Caunter, the actor who played her on-screen husband Roy Evans. Tony Caunter, who portrayed Roy from 1994 to 2003, passed away at the age of 88. Pam described Tony as not only a lovely man but also a true gentleman to work with, expressing her deep sadness at his passing. Tony's family shared that he died at Eastbourne District General Hospital in East Sussex, just eight days after his wife Fran, whom he had been married to for 63 years. They thanked the hospital staff for their incredible care during his final hours and also expressed gratitude to the nursing home staff for their compassion in recent months.

Shaun Williamson, who played Roy's son Barry Evans in EastEnders, spoke warmly about Tony, saying he was like a second father to him. Shaun posted on Instagram that Tony taught him a great deal about acting and life, calling him a great actor and a great man. He said he would miss Tony very much. Other cast members also shared their memories. Patsy Palmer, who played Bianca Jackson, remembered Tony as kind and funny, saying she had beautiful memories of him. Dean Gaffney, who played Robbie Jackson, called Tony a legend, while Lucy Speed, who played Roy's daughter-in-law Natalie Evans, described him as gentle, kind, and classy.

Roy Evans arrived in Albert Square in 1994 and soon began dating Pat Butcher. The two married three years later, and their relationship became a central part of the show. One of the most memorable storylines during Tony's time on EastEnders was Pat's affair with her ex-husband Frank Butcher. Pat and Frank planned to run away together, but Pat changed her mind and stayed with Roy, and the couple managed to repair their relationship. Tony Caunter said that his time on EastEnders was the happiest period of his career. In addition to his role on EastEnders, Tony appeared in other television shows such as Pennies From Heaven, Tumbledown, Juliet Bravo, Doctor Who, and Boon. He leaves behind a daughter, three sons, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Tony Caunter will be remembered for his warmth, professionalism, and the lasting impact he made on British television.