Derek Martin

About

Famous for his more than decade-long portrayal of Charlie Slater on the British soap opera EastEnders, Martin is also notable for his work on the short-lived soap Eldorado. He amassed over 100 different acting roles throughout his long career. 

Before Fame

Before beginning his acting career, he worked as a stunt performer. His early acting credits include the film Secrets of a Windmill Girl and an episode of the BBC series Paul Temple.

Trivia

He was featured in the 2012 season of the Celebrity Coach Trip reality series. He has appeared in more than 1,000 episodes of television throughout his prolific career. 

Family Life

Born Derek William Rapp, he grew up in East London, England. Through his marriages to Christine Ann Rigg and Gloria Mitchell (both of which ended in divorce), he fathered sons named David and Jonathan.

Associated With

Kat, one of the daughters of Slater's EastEnders character, was portrayed by actress Jessie Wallace.