ANTIA DOBSON, a former EastEnder took a tour of Thames Hospice’s new facilities last week.
The actor, who has been a supporter of the charity for five years, visited the site on Monday, July 5.
Patients, volunteers and staff were delighted to meet the actress and singer.
Stephanie Peters, head of marketing and PR for Thames Hospice, said Anita is “an incredible ambassador” for the charity, which relies on donations.
“She dedicates an enormous amount of her time to support us and makes such a difference to our cause,” Ms Peters said. “It was particularly special to be able to give Anita her first tour of the new hospice.
“Anita paid a couple of visits during the construction phase in 2019 and was deeply moved yesterday to see it finished and operational and serving the local community.”
Ms Dobson, who is particularly fond of the hospice’s charity shops, arrived laden with bags of pre-loved clothing and accessories to help stock the stores.
She was one of the original cast members of the BBC soap opera EastEnders, and had a hit record with Anyone Can Fall In Love, with lyrics set to the show’s theme tune. It reached number four in the hit parade.
She also appeared in shows such as Play Away and Red Dwarf.
And she is married to Queen guitarist Brian May.
