Grange Hill Zammo actor Lee MacDonald to star in Eastenders
MacDonald rose to fame in the 1980s playing the drug-addicted teenager, whose storyline prompted a campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of drugs and addiction.
The actor, 50, will play a London bus driver called Terry, who will cause trouble for Queen Vic landlord Mick Carter (Danny Dyer).
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MacDonald said: "I am absolutely chuffed to bits and so excited to be briefly joining the cast of EastEnders.
"I can't say too much yet - but watch this space! Top banana!"
MacDonald appeared in Grange Hill from 1982 until 1987.
Since starring in the children's programme, he has had a number of cameo roles in TV programmes including The Bill, Birds Of A Feather and A Midsummer Night's Dream.
He will appear in two episodes of EastEnders this spring.
By Lucy Mapstone, Press Association Deputy Entertainment Editor