Phil Mitchell celebrated his 65th birthday on Albert Square, but how old is Steve McFadden, the actor who has portrayed the EastEnders icon for more than 35 years?
Phil Mitchell celebrated another birthday in the latest episode of EastEnders.
The Walford resident was surrounded by his loved ones during Tuesday’s (January 20) instalment of the BBC One soap, which is now available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
Phil was treated to a small party at his home to mark his 65th birthday — a celebration he “didn’t know was happening.” Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd) revealed that the idea came from his young son, Raymond Fox (Michael Jose Pomares Calixte).
While Phil insisted he “didn’t want the fuss,” Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) teased: “Come on Phil, you are only 65 once.”
As the fan-favourite marks this milestone, here’s a closer look at Steve McFadden’s life away from Walford — and how old he is.
Actor Steve McFadden, who has portrayed Phil Mitchell since 1990, was born on March 20, 1959, which makes him 66 years old.
He is a father of five. His son Matt McFadden’s mother is Sue Marshall, while his daughters Teona and Mollie Jane were born to Angela Bostock. His daughter Amelie Tinkerbell was born on June 29, 2009, to then-partner Rachel Sidwell; the couple separated two months later.
Steve’s fifth child, a daughter named Frankie, was born in June 2016 to his girlfriend Karen Cairns.
Steve McFadden’s net worth
Steve McFadden is one of the highest-paid actors on EastEnders, with reports suggesting he earns over £200,000 per year for his long-running role.
Beyond his soap earnings, the EastEnders star has also made significant income from pantomime performances, reportedly receiving between £180,000 and £200,000 for roles such as Captain Hook.
While some sources, including The Sun’s “soap rich list” from August 2023, quoted figures closer to £200,000 in specific contexts, other estimates place his total fortune in the millions. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Steve’s estimated net worth exceeds £2.8 million.
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