EastEnders’ Danielle Harold pays tribute to Lola’s story

The character is at the centre of a heartbreaking cancer storyline.

By Stefania Sarrubba

Published: Wednesday, 19 April 2023 at 12:00 am

Danielle Harold has shared an emotional message about the hard-hitting storyline she’s been playing on EastEnders.

Known for the role of Lola Pearce-Brown on the BBC soap, the actress will depart the series later this year as her character has been sadly confirmed to die following an inoperable brain tumour diagnosis.

Harold took to her Instagram on Tuesday 18th April to voice her feelings about being involved in such an important subplot, thanking fans for their support and for sharing their own experiences.

“Lola’s story has been a very hard one to tell and one that means so much to me and sadly affects so many people,” she captioned a shot of her in character.

“Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer yet historically only 1 per cent of research is allocated to this devastating disease,” she added.

“I would like to take a moment for everybody that has reached out to me and shared their experiences with me, I have read every message. And hold all of your messages close to my heart whilst playing this story.”