EastEnders HUNK teases James Bond role and OMG

He played Vincent Hubbard on EastEnders

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by Brooke Pollock |
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It looks like EastEnders' Richard Blackwood could become the next James Bond... Well, kind of.

The former soap star has teased that he could be the new 007 in an Instagram photo of himself looking HOT in a sky blue suit.

He wrote alongside the photo, "00Blackwood!!!!” and we’re kind of obsessed.

Imagine an EastEnders turned Hollyoaks star becoming the famous James Bond? Stranger things have happened to be honest.

If he does bag the role, we're hoping he doesn't forget his Walford beginnings... And if you're wondering who Richard played in EastEnders, we've had a look back at his time on the Square.

Who was Richard Blackwood in EastEnders?

During his time on EastEnders, Richard played criminal Vincent Hubbard.

What happened to Vincent Hubbard?

Over the years in Albert Square, Vincent had a complicated marriage to Kim Fox (Tameka Empson), he shared numerous kisses with former flame Ronnie Mitchell (Samantha Womack) and he became a sperm donor for his foster sister Donna Yates (Lisa Hammond).

EastEnders spoilers: Vincent confronts both Ronnie and Kim
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However, his bigger storylines surrounded his criminal activity - from almost killing his mum Claudette (Ellen Thomas) to his feud with the Mitchells.

How did Vincent Hubbard die?

During a job - where they had to dig up a grave that they believed had money inside - Vincent joined forces with Phil Michell (Steve McFadden), Mick Carter (Danny Dyer), Keanu Taylor (Danny Walters) and their boss Aidan Maguire (Patrick Bergin). Unfortunately the grave was empty.

Later, Vincent was offered witness protection from the police in exchange for information on his criminal activity and Aidan. Just when he was about to tell the officer that Kim was reluctant to leave Walford, it came to light that the policeman was corrupt and worked for Aidan.

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Vincent’s fate was left unknown but after three years, Phil finally confirmed that Vincent had been killed by Aidan.

Why did Richard Blackwood leave EastEnders?

Speaking to So Solid Crew's Harvey on YouTube, the EastEnders star admitted, "There was no bad vibe between me and EastEnders about leaving. It just so happened that I came to the end of my contract and they weren't going to renew it…

“This is no disrespect to EastEnders, but the storyline, where it started to go, I wasn't feeling it… People will see where my character goes towards the end, I wasn't feeling it. It was like, 'No, it's time.'"

Is Richard Blackwood returning to EastEnders?

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vincent and kim together ©BBC

Well, considering that it’s been confirmed that Vincent is dead, we doubt it. Maybe he could do a Roxy Mitchellif Pearl ever needed any reassurance.

Who is Richard Blackwood on Hollyoaks?

Richard left EastEnders in 2018 but fast forward two years and he joined Hollyoaks as Felix Westwood.

How old is Richard Blackwood?

He is 51. His date of birth is 15 May 1972.

Is Richard Blackwood married?

No, he isn’t.

What is Richard Blackwood's Instagram?

You can follow Richard on Instagram @richardblackwood.

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