""For over 50 years, Derek was a truly authentic working-class voice in British television and film," it went on. Meanwhile, his agent said it was "a privilege to be a part of his creative journey" - and said he had "cherished his time portraying Charlie Slater". "Derek was a devoted father, a generous member of the charitable Water Rats, an avid golfer and all-around good man who will be greatly missed," Henry added."
"Martin began acting in the 1960s, having previously worked in factories and as a butcher at Smithfield Market in the City of London. Despite having no professional training, he went on to appear in programmes such as Doctor Who, Z-Cars, The Sweeney, Eldorado, Law & Order and Hart Hart, before landing the role of Charlie Slater. An EastEnders spokesperson said the programme's team was "deeply saddened" to hear of Martin's death."
Derek Martin has died at 92. He first appeared on EastEnders in 2000 as widower Charlie Slater and was a regular until 2011. He made guest appearances until his character suffered a fatal heart attack in 2016. His family described him as a father and friend who supported them through highs and lows and said they would miss him terribly. Martin was born in Bow in the East End of London and began acting in the 1960s after working in factories and as a butcher. He appeared in Doctor Who, Z-Cars, The Sweeney and other programmes, and colleagues said they were deeply saddened.
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