‘EastEnders’ Viewers Divided By New Johnny Carter Actor Ted Reilly

Taking over from Sam Strike was never going to be easy.
Ted Reilly as Johnny Carter
Ted Reilly as Johnny Carter
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Ted Reilly made his first appearance in ‘EastEnders’ this week, taking over the role of Johnny Carter.

The loveable Carter lad was previously played by Sam Strike, and it seems that Ted’s star turn in the role is dividing viewers...

Another EastEnders head transplant. Welcome home new-look Johnny Carter...

— Kevin O'Sullivan (@TVKev) April 12, 2016

oi the new Johnny Carter on eastenders is FIT

— rhys (@rhyssuxx) April 11, 2016

Not a fan of the new Johnny Carter

— Sherlock (@harleydunkley_) April 13, 2016

So what do people think of the new Johnny Carter @Ted_Reilly14 ? I think he fits the bill! pic.twitter.com/jg10PnH9mz

— David McLuskey (@geostaryn) April 13, 2016

So happy that Johnny Carter is back, even with a new actor - the character is magnificent. #EastEnders

— Stephen Patterson (@mr_sjpatterson) April 12, 2016

wooden performance of the year goes to the new johnny carter #eastenders

— judy parslow (@jparslow1965) April 12, 2016

Thumbs up for the new Johnny Carter! @Ted_Reilly14 #Eastenders

— Liam Teer (@liamteer) April 12, 2016

It can be pretty difficult taking over from a well-known face, and Ted is only just getting settled in Walford - so let’s given him a chance, shall we?

Johnny has only been back in the Square for a matter of days, but he’s already had a lot to deal with.

The Carter family have been through many ups and downs in the last month, including Stan’s death, and Linda Carter’s rape ordeal.

During Tuesday’s episode, viewers saw Johnny and his mum have an emotional heart-to-heart, as she detailed everything that happened with Dean.

Catch up on the latest ‘EastEnders’ news and spoilers here.

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