EastEnders star James Farrar was forced to rush his three year old daughter to hospital after she had a horror fall – and he also suffered the death of a beloved family member
EastEnders star James Farrar was forced to rush his little girl to the hospital following a nasty tumble – during a difficult time in his family life.
The star, known for his role as Zack Hudson on the BBC drama, took to social media to share the tough times he and his family have endured recently. In an emotional Instagram post featuring a video of his wife Ali and daughter Summer against a beautiful sunset backdrop, Zack detailed the heartbreaking series of events they have experienced in recent weeks.
Tragedy struck with the sudden loss of his cherished Aunty Denny, followed by his mother’s hospitalisation, and then his young daughter Summer’s accident which led to an emergency A&E visit.
James told his followers: “We didn’t finish documenting our road-trip because soon after this shot we heard news of the sudden and unexpected death of an adored family member. A few hours later my mum ends up in hospital. Then yesterday, Summer had a fall on her head and is rushed to A&E (she’s okay). When it rains it pours.”
The EastEnders star went on: “As a family we are built to find the positives…but we just can’t find them here. It all feels cruel. Aunty Denny was good to her core. My best mate said there aren’t many people in this world that are just GOOD. The hurt so many of us are feeling is proof of who she was.”
“Grief is the price we pay for love. I won’t stop loving, deeply. So I’ll have to accept the deep pain of grieving. That’s life. Enjoy every moment with your family this summer. Love x.”
The heartfelt post was met with a wave of support from his followers, including friends, fans, and his fellow EastEnders cast members. EastEnders’ Clair Norris, better known as Bernadette Taylor, extended her heart as she wrote: “Sending you and your family so much love.”
Zack’s co-star Balvinder Sopal, who takes on the role of Suki Panesar, conveyed her sentiments when writing: “Oh, James. My heart is with you and your family. Grief is the price we pay for love. Glad Summer is bouncing about again. Sending love and strength.”
Diane Parish, Denise Branning in EastEnders, also expressed her support as she wrote: “Love to you and all your beautiful family.” Meanwhile, the beloved Patsy Palmer, who is gearing up for her comeback as Bianca Jackson, showed solidarity through heart emojis, stating: “So beautiful.”
James plays Zack on EastEnders (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
James, an integral part of EastEnders since his 2021 debut as Zack Hudson, has quickly become a staple at Albert Square. His character Zack is Sharon Watts’ (portrayed by Letitia Dean) long-lost half-brother and son of Gavin Sullivan (played by Paul Nicholas).
Before his time at the BBC, James was known for portraying Liam Gilmore in Channel 4’s Hollyoaks back in 2011. Away from the screen, James tied the knot with Ali Roff Farrar in 2017, and the couple celebrated the arrival of their daughter Summer in 2021.
