Movie hardman Ray Winston will soon be showing up in Eastenders as the brother of Billy Mitchell, in a move which the BBC are hoping will increase audience viewing figures. 

It appears that Winston is good friends with Perry Fenwick, who plays Billy Mitchell, and the pair have been discussing the possibility of working together for some time.

It was rumoured that Ray Winston turned down a role in the soap a few years ago in order to concentrate on his movie career - a career which has really taken off over the last 12 months.  

Apparently Winston has a gap in his busy movie schedule and is looking forward to his role in Eastenders, although it seems it will only be a short visit - but no doubt memorable if his track record is anything to go by!