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Joanne Mary Joyner (born 24 May 1977)[1] is an English actress. She is known for her roles as Tanya Branning in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders and Mandy Carter in the Channel 4 school drama Ackley Bridge. From 2018, she has starred as Luella Shakespeare in the BBC crime drama series Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators.[2]

Key Information

Early life and education

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In 1999, she graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff with a BA degree in Acting.[3]

Career

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After a stint of guest roles in shows such as Always and Everyone, The Cops, Heartbeat and Clocking Off, Joyner came to prominence after playing Beth Nicholls in Channel 4 comedy drama No Angels between 2004 and 2006. She later appeared in four episodes of North & South as Fanny Thornton and in two episodes of Doctor Who as Lynda Moss. In June 2006, Joyner began appearing as Tanya Branning in BBC One soap opera EastEnders. Joyner originally turned down the role on the show as she had doubts over whether she could work in a soap opera.[4] Having worked quietly and successfully in the industry for eight years, Joyner was unsure if she would be comfortable with the level of fame being on EastEnders would bring her.[5] She won the Most Popular Actress award at the Digital Spy Soap Awards in 2008 for the part of Tanya[6] and also went on to win Best Dramatic Performance at the 2008 British Soap Awards, as well as making the final four in the Best Actress category. Joyner was nominated for the Best Actress award at the All About Soap Awards in 2012[7]; she later won the award.[8] In 2012, Joyner and co-star Jake Wood won the Best On-Screen Partnership category at the British Soap Awards.[9] On Digital Spy's 2012 end of year reader poll, Joyner was nominated for Best Female Soap Actor and came fourth with 13.4% of the vote.[10]

Whilst still appearing in EastEnders in 2011, Joyner appeared in BBC One comedy drama Candy Cabs as Jackie O’Sullivan.[11] On 1 May 2012, it was reported that Joyner would take a prolonged break from EastEnders at the end of her current contract to spend time with her family.[12] However, on 1 April 2013, it was announced that Joyner's departure would be indefinite as she wished to try new career paths.[13] Joyner filmed her final scenes on 15 May 2013.[14] She departed the show on 28 June 2013. Joyner reprised the role of Tanya in EastEnders for the 30th anniversary specials in February 2015 and again on Christmas Day 2017 as part of the storyline surrounding the exits of her onscreen daughters.[15]

In June 2017, Joyner began portraying Mandy Carter in Channel 4’s drama Ackley Bridge.[16][17] She departed from the series in the fourth series in 2021.[18] In February 2018, she started to play Luella Shakespeare, alongside Mark Benton, in the BBC One comedy drama Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators.[19]

In December 2021, Joyner appeared in the Netflix drama series Stay Close as Erin Cartwright.[20] Then in 2022, she starred in the Channel 5 drama series Riptide.[21] In May 2025, she played the on-duty doctor, Elizabeth Burgess, who must make the difficult decision whether to call social services or not, on a mother and her friend, Jess (Diane Kruger), who brings her child into A&E with an unexplainable injury in the Paramount+ show Little Disasters.[22]

Personal life

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Joyner announced in July 2009 that she was pregnant as a result of IVF treatment.[23] She gave birth to twins.[24]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes
1978 Murder She Wrote Jessica 2 episodes
2000 Always and Everyone Nurse
2001 The Cops Carly Eaden
Heartbeat Anna Young Episode: "The Buxton Defence"
2002 Night Flight Brigitte Television film
Clocking Off Tina Episode: "Gary's Story"
2002–2003 Ed Stone Is Dead Lisa Main role
2003 Serious & Organised Louise Adamson Episode: "Unfaithful"
Spooks Stephanie Mills Episode: "I Spy Apocalypse"
Silent Witness Cathy Mottram 2 episodes
2004 Fat Friends Kirsty Grigg Episode: "Bacon, Bagels and the Bishop"
2004–2006 No Angels Beth Nicholls Main role
2004 Pretending to be Judith Shop Assistant Television film
Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat Masha Main role
North & South Fanny Thornton
2005 Doctor Who Lynda Moss 2 episodes: "Bad Wolf" / "The Parting of the Ways"
Swinging Various roles Main role
2006–2013, 2015, 2017–2018 EastEnders Tanya Branning 679 episodes
2010, 2014 Loose Women Herself 5 episodes
2011 Candy Cabs Jackie O'Sullivan Main role
2013 Moving On Theresa Episode: "The House"
2014 Trying Again Meg Main role
Murdoch Mysteries Cecily McKinnon 2 episodes
2015 Ordinary Lies Beth Main role
The Interceptor Lorna
2015–2016 Marley's Ghosts Vicar
2016 The Confessions of Dorian Gray Constance Wilde 4 episodes
2016–2017 Mount Pleasant Jayne Main role
2017–2021 Ackley Bridge Mandy Carter
2017 Be Lucky Ruth
Porters Dr Kelly
2018–present Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators Luella Shakespeare
2018 Hang Ups Clare Maynard 1 episode
2019 The Reluctant Landlord Sarah Episode: "Christmas Special"
2020 Queen Bee Laura / Stella Film
2021 Stay Close Erin Cartwright Main role
2022 Riptide Alison
2023 For Her Sins Laura Conroy
2024 The Wives Beth Morgan
2025 Little Disasters Dr. Elizabeth Burgess

Awards and nominations

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Main article: List of awards and nominations received by Jo Joyner
Year Award Category Nominated work Result Ref
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama 'Friends’ prize for acting' The woman who walked into doors Won [25]
2006 Rose d'Or Best Female Comedy Performer Swinging Won
2007 M.E.N. Theatre Awards Best Fringe Performer Raw Nominated [26]
National Television Awards Most Popular Newcomer EastEnders Shortlisted [27][28]
Inside Soap Awards Best Newcomer Shortlisted
TV Quick and Choice Awards Best Soap Actress Nominated [29]
Best Newcomer Nominated [30]
2008 Digital Spy Soap Awards Most Popular Actress Won [31]
British Soap Awards Best Actress Nominated [32]
Best Dramatic Performance Won
All About Soap Bubble Awards Best Slap (with Lacey Turner) Won [33][34]
Best Tearjerker Won
Fatal Attraction (with Rob Kazinsky) Nominated
Inside Soap Awards Best Actress Longlisted [35]
Best Dramatic Performance Shortlisted [36]
2009 All About Soap Bubble Awards I'm A Survivor Nominated [37][38]
British Soap Awards Best Actress Nominated [39]
TV Now Awards Favourite Female Soap Star Nominated [40]
2010 TV Now Awards Favourite Soap Family Nominated [41]
2011 Inside Soap Awards Best Wedding Longlisted [42]
Sexiest Female Shortlisted
RTS North West Awards Best Performance in a Comedy Candy Cabs Nominated [43]
Digital Spy Readers' Awards Best Soap Actress EastEnders Won [44]
2012 TRIC Awards TV Soap Personality Nominated [45]
Digital Spy Readers' Awards Best Female Soap Actor Nominated [46]
All About Soap Awards Best Actress Won [47][48]
Best Couple (with Jake Wood) Won
British Soap Awards Best Actress Shortlisted [49][50]
Best Dramatic Performance Won
Best On-Screen Partnership (with Jake Wood) Won
TV Choice Awards Best Soap Actress Shortlisted [51]
2013 British Soap Awards Best Dramatic Performance Nominated [52][53]
2015 RTS North West Awards Best Performance in a Single Drama or Drama Series (Female) Ordinary Lies Shortlisted [54]
Digital Spy Readers Awards Funniest Soap Moment Eastenders Won [55]
2018 RTS Midlands Awards Female Acting Performance Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators Nominated [56]
2021 TV Choice Awards Best Actress Ackley Bridge Nominated [57]

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Joanne Mary Joyner (born 24 May 1977) is an English actress best known for her portrayal of in the EastEnders, a role she originated in June 2006 and reprised intermittently until 2018. Born in , , Joyner attended before graduating with a BA (Hons) in Acting from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 1999, where she met her future husband, actor Neil Madden. Her early career featured theatre work and television appearances, including the role of Beth Nicholls in the ITV medical drama No Angels (2004–2006), Fanny Thornton in the BBC period miniseries North & South (2004), and Lynda Moss in two episodes of Doctor Who (2005). Joyner's performance as , the resilient wife and mother entangled in dramatic family storylines on , earned her widespread recognition, including wins for Best Dramatic Performance at the 2008 and 2012 , a for in 2009, and a for Best Dramatic Performance in 2013. After departing the soap in 2013 and briefly returning in 2015–2018, she diversified into varied genres, starring as headteacher Mandy Carter in Channel 4's (2017–2019), private investigator Luella Shakespeare in BBC One's Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators (2018–present), DC Erin Cartwright in Netflix's (2021), ambitious lawyer Laura Conroy in Channel 5's For Her Sins (2023), one of the sisters-in-law in the thriller The Wives (2024), and Dr. Liz Burgess in Paramount+'s Little Disasters (2025). On a personal note, Joyner married Madden on 14 July 2007 after dating for five years; the couple welcomed twins Freddie and Edie in December 2009 following IVF treatment and resides near in .

Early life and education

Early life

Joanne Mary Joyner was born on 24 May 1977 in , , . Her parents, Peter and Anne Joyner, worked in the ; her father was self-made, having established his own components company after years in the sector. She has an older brother, Daniel Charles Joyner. Joyner's family relocated from to a village in during her early years, where she spent much of her childhood in the 1980s and 1990s. From a young age, she developed a strong interest in , making her stage debut at age four in a local amateur dramatics club production. This early exposure to through fostered her passion, as she later recalled wanting to become an actress for as long as she could remember. Her formative years in the countryside provided a stable, low-key environment that contrasted with her emerging theatrical ambitions, though specific key life events beyond the family move remain undocumented in . This period laid the groundwork for her pursuit of formal acting training later in her teens.

Education

Joyner attended in a Warwickshire village, where she developed an initial interest in . She later studied drama at Stratford-upon-Avon College in the 1990s. She subsequently trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in , immersing herself in rigorous programs that emphasized classical and contemporary techniques. During her time there, Joyner gained practical experience through various performances, including a notable one-woman show adaptation of Roddy Doyle's The Woman Who Walked into Doors, which showcased her versatility in portraying complex characters. This production highlighted her skills in emotional depth and solo performance, contributing to her growth as an actress capable of handling both intimate monologues and ensemble dynamics. Upon graduating in 1999 with a BA (Hons) in , Joyner received the college's 'Friends' prize for acting, recognizing her outstanding performance in the aforementioned one-woman show.

Career

Early career

Following her graduation from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 1999, Jo Joyner embarked on her professional acting career with a focus on , co-founding the Homegrown Theatre company in , where she created improvised plays performed at venues like The Contact and Library . She also toured with Absolute Theatre's production Raw, portraying a violent , a role that earned her a for Best Fringe Performer at the Theatre Awards and helped the play secure a Fringe First at the . These early stage experiences honed her skills in character development and , providing a foundation amid the instability of emerging as a jobbing actress. To support herself during this period of frequent auditions, Joyner took on manual work, including house painting, while pursuing supporting roles that often typecast her in minor or ensemble parts. Her television debut came through guest appearances in established British series, beginning with episodes of The Bill around 2000, followed by roles in Casualty in 2002 and recurring spots in Doctors from 2003 to 2004. Additional early TV credits included Clocking Off, The Cops, and Second Coming, which built her resume through brief but varied supporting characters, though opportunities remained sporadic as she navigated the competitive landscape of British television. Joyner's breakthrough arrived in 2004 with the lead role of Beth Nicholls, a spirited nurse, in the comedy-drama series , which ran for three seasons until 2006 and marked her first sustained major exposure on screen. The series, centering on a group of nurses balancing demanding jobs with personal lives, received positive critical reception for its witty portrayal of healthcare professionals, with Joyner's performance as the optimistic yet flawed Beth earning praise for adding depth to the ensemble dynamic. She also received a award in 2006 for Best Female Comedy Performance in the Channel 5 sketch show Swinging (2005). That year, she appeared as Fanny Thornton in the BBC period miniseries North & South and as Lynda Moss in two episodes of . This role not only provided stability after years of intermittent work but also showcased her comedic timing.

EastEnders

Jo Joyner was cast in the role of Tanya Branning (née Cross), a hairdresser and devoted matriarch of the Branning family, debuting on the BBC soap opera EastEnders on 27 June 2006. The character arrived in the fictional London borough of Walford with her husband Max Branning (played by Jake Wood) and their daughters Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) and Abi (Lorna Fitzgerald), quickly establishing herself as a central figure in the show's family-oriented narratives. Joyner's portrayal spanned multiple stints from 2006 to 2013, with brief returns in 2015 and 2017–2018, totaling 679 episodes. Tanya's arc was defined by turbulent relationships and personal crises, beginning with her marriage to the unfaithful Max, whose long-running with () was dramatically exposed in the 2007 Christmas episode, leading to Tanya's vengeful attempt to bury him alive in . This storyline, involving Tanya's lover (), sparked widespread controversy and editorial scrutiny over its depiction of violence and drugging, while drawing significant viewer attention for its intensity. Subsequent plots explored Tanya's brief marriage to Greg Jessop (Stefan Booth) in 2009, complicated by a renewed with Max, and her with in 2011 following a routine smear test, which highlighted her resilience as a mother while straining family ties. The cancer narrative, researched in collaboration with Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust and , emphasized themes of secrecy and support, as Tanya initially concealed her illness from Max and her daughters amid ongoing dramas, including Lauren's battle with alcoholism and Abi's rebellious youth. Joyner's tenure concluded in 2013 when Tanya departed Walford after reconciling with Max only to realize their toxic dynamic required separation, a storyline endpoint that allowed Joyner to prioritize time with her twins and pursue diverse roles. She briefly reprised the role in 2015 for the soap's 30th anniversary, appearing in episodes tied to the "Who Killed Lucy Beale?" whodunit, including live installments. Her final arc from late 2017 to early 2018 focused on supporting her through Abi's and tragic after a fall from the Queen Vic roof, culminating in Abi's funeral, underscoring Tanya's enduring maternal strength. Behind the scenes, Joyner formed a strong professional bond with co-star , crediting their "effortless" chemistry for making intense scenes, like the 2007 affair reveal, feel authentic and rewarding. She also shared memorable moments with , including a iconic on-screen slap that won acclaim for its realism, honed through rehearsals that captured the characters' raw emotion. The role propelled Joyner to stardom, transforming her into a household name through Tanya's blend of vulnerability and ferocity. Tanya's storylines significantly influenced EastEnders' viewership and cultural resonance, with the Branning family's dramas—particularly the 2007 Christmas —elevating the soap's profile amid ratings challenges, though some arcs drew criticism for their extremity. Publicly, Tanya was perceived as an iconic "strong mother" figure, beloved for her loyalty and complexity, contributing to the Brannings' status as a of the series and fostering fan discussions on family betrayal and resilience.

Later career

Following her departure from EastEnders, Jo Joyner's established profile opened doors to a range of lead and supporting roles in contemporary British television, allowing her to explore genres beyond . In 2017, she took on the role of Mandy Carter, the dedicated headteacher at a multicultural academy in the drama , a position she held from 2017 until midway through season 4 in 2021, earning praise for her portrayal of a character navigating social tensions and educational challenges. From 2018 onward, Joyner has starred as the sharp-witted Luella Shakespeare in the BBC's light-hearted crime series Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators, appearing in all four initial seasons through 2022 and returning for the fifth season, which premiered in September 2025 after a three-year break. The series was renewed for a sixth season in October 2025, with production already underway in , underscoring Joyner's central role in this ongoing mystery franchise. Joyner expanded into streaming platforms with a guest appearance as Detective Constable Erin Cartwright in the 2021 Netflix thriller Stay Close, adapted from Harlan Coben's novel, where she supported the investigation into a missing persons case amid personal secrets. In 2023, she starred as ambitious lawyer Laura Conroy in Channel 5's psychological thriller For Her Sins, portraying a woman whose perfect life unravels due to hidden secrets. In 2022, she led as Alison Weston, a woman unraveling family mysteries in the Australian-filmed Channel 5 psychological drama Riptide, which highlighted her ability to convey vulnerability under pressure. Her versatility in thrillers continued in 2024 with the lead role of Beth Morgan, a suspicious sister-in-law in Channel 5's The Wives, a sun-soaked domestic mystery involving and hidden motives among a of women. In 2025, Joyner portrayed Dr. Liz Burgess, an A&E doctor confronting ethical dilemmas in new motherhood, in the Paramount+ limited series Little Disasters, a tense co-starring that explores postnatal and friendship strains. These projects mark Joyner's shift toward international streaming and premium cable content, often in crime and drama formats that demand emotional depth, as seen in her collaborations with platforms like and Paramount+. In 2025 interviews promoting Shakespeare & Hathaway and Little Disasters, she denied rumors of an EastEnders return, citing a packed schedule, while reflecting on the challenges of balancing demanding shoots with family life as a mother of twins.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Jo Joyner met Neil Madden at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, where they became friends during their first year. After a period apart following graduation, they reconnected and began dating in 2002 when she was 25 years old. After dating for five years, the couple married on 14 July 2007. The couple faced significant challenges in starting a family, having struggled to conceive naturally for four years since starting to try at age 28. They explored various fertility options, including , specialized diets, and , before turning to IVF after planning up to three cycles before considering . They succeeded on the first cycle using a short-protocol treatment, leading to a successful announced in July 2009. Joyner gave birth to fraternal twins—a boy named Freddie and a girl named Edie—in December 2009. The arrival of the twins profoundly influenced Joyner's early parenthood decisions, prompting her to reduce her workload to focus on family; she returned to filming just five months after the birth but prioritized time at home during this period. The family resides near in , where Madden, who works as an and teacher, shares parenting responsibilities, providing crucial support amid Joyner's ongoing professional commitments such as her role and subsequent projects.

Public health advocacy

Jo Joyner has actively shared her personal experiences with in vitro fertilisation (IVF) through various media appearances to help destigmatise infertility and support others facing similar challenges. In 2013, she collaborated with ITV's This Morning on the "Pathway to Parenthood" campaign during National Infertility Week, which followed real couples undergoing fertility treatments to raise public awareness about the emotional and practical difficulties of infertility. This initiative highlighted stories like that of a couple using intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), a form of IVF, to underscore the prevalence and impact of fertility issues affecting one in seven couples in the UK. Her advocacy continued in subsequent interviews, where she detailed her own IVF journey, including attempts at natural conception from age 28, alternative therapies like and , and the success of a short-protocol IVF cycle on the first try, resulting in the birth of twins. In a 2017 feature, Joyner described the emotional toll of and encouraged others by normalising the process through open discussion. By 2022, she further elaborated on the therapeutic role of journaling during treatment, comparing it to cognitive behavioural therapy, and expressed intentions to document her experiences in a personal book to aid fellow sufferers. These disclosures aimed to reduce the isolation felt by those undergoing fertility treatments, emphasising that such struggles are common yet often unspoken. In the 2020s, Joyner's contributions extended to discussions focusing on the long-term aspects of post-IVF family life and ongoing issues. On the June 2025 episode of White Wine Question Time, she reflected on the transition from heartbreak to with twins, while also addressing related topics like to broaden awareness of midlife challenges. Similarly, in September 2025 on Amy Hart's Mum's Club, she opened up about balancing her acting career with raising her now 15-year-old twins, highlighting the resilience gained from her IVF experience and its influence on her public persona as an . Through these platforms, Joyner has contributed to public discourse on by promoting and conversations around access to reproductive support, inspired by her own path to parenthood.

Filmography

Television roles

Jo Joyner's television career began with guest appearances in various British dramas in the early 2000s, progressing to leading roles in popular series.
Year(s)TitleRoleEpisodesDescription
2000–2002The BillVarious guest rolesMultipleEarly guest spots in the long-running police procedural.
2002CasualtyGuest role1Brief appearance in the medical drama as a patient or supporting character.
2002Clocking OffTina1Supporting role in the episode "Gary's Story," portraying a family member entangled in personal drama.
2004North & SouthFanny Thornton4Role in the BBC period miniseries adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel.
2004–2006No AngelsBeth Nicholls26A resilient nurse navigating hospital life and personal relationships in the Channel 4 comedy-drama.
2005Doctor WhoLynda Moss2Enthusiastic audience member in a deadly game show, featured in the episodes "Bad Wolf" and "The Parting of the Ways."
2006–2013, 2015, 2017–2018EastEndersTanya Branning679Resilient wife and mother at the center of family and community storylines in the BBC soap opera, with returns for the 30th anniversary and further arcs.
2011Candy CabsJackie Valentine6Co-owner of a taxi firm dealing with business and romantic challenges in the BBC One comedy.
2015Ordinary LiesBeth Corben1Office worker facing workplace deception in the BBC One anthology series.
2017–2021Ackley BridgeMandy Carter30Dedicated headteacher addressing social issues in a multicultural school in the Channel 4 drama.
2018–2025Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private InvestigatorsLuella Shakespeare50Sharp-witted private investigator solving crimes in Stratford-upon-Avon.
2021Stay CloseDC Erin Cartwright8Detective uncovering past secrets in the Netflix Harlan Coben adaptation.
2023For Her SinsLaura Conroy4Mother protecting her family amid suspicion in the Channel 5 thriller.
2024The WivesBeth Morgan6One of three women entangled in a mystery surrounding their shared husband in the Channel 5 drama.
2024PeacockEunice6Supporting role in the BBC Three comedy series (series 2).
2025Little DisastersLiz Burgess6Doctor confronting a moral dilemma involving a friend's child in the Paramount+ adaptation.

Stage roles

Jo Joyner began her acting career on stage shortly after graduating from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 1999, where her training emphasized classical and contemporary theatre techniques that prepared her for live performances. Her early professional stage work included a in the Homegrown Theatre production of Hidden Markings by Leigh Symonds, where she played Michelle at the Library Theatre in from 25 to 29 January 2000. Later that year, Joyner portrayed Sally in Terry Johnson's comedy Cleo, Camping, Emmanuelle and Dick at the Oldham Coliseum, running from 12 October 2000 under director . In 2002, she appeared as Sam in Emma Rosoman's The One with the Oven as part of the Royal Court Theatre's Imprint Young Writers Festival, directed by Joseph Hill-Gibbons. That same year, Joyner took on the demanding role of Lex, the leader of a troubled , in Mark Babych's Raw with Theatre Absolute, which premiered at the Battersea Arts Centre before embarking on a national tour, including a stop in in April 2002. Her final known stage role to date came in 2003, playing Sophie in at the Contact Theatre in , directed by Leigh Symonds and produced by Homegrown Theatre. Following her extensive television commitments, particularly with from 2006 onward, Joyner has not returned to the stage in major productions as of 2025, though she remains active in audio dramas that draw on her theatre-honed skills.

Awards and nominations

Soap opera awards

Jo Joyner's portrayal of in received acclaim in several award ceremonies, highlighting her dramatic range and popularity within the genre. Her breakthrough recognition came early in her tenure on the show, with wins that underscored her ability to handle intense, character-driven narratives. In 2008, Joyner was nominated for at and won the Most Popular Actress at the Soap Awards, reflecting strong viewer support for her . That same year, she secured the at for her role in the storyline where Tanya discovers her husband Max's infidelity and buries him alive in a forest, a plot that drew significant audiences. She followed this with a for at the 2009 . By 2012, Joyner achieved triple recognition at : a nomination for , along with wins for Best On-Screen Partnership shared with (for their on-screen chemistry as Tanya and ), and Best Dramatic Performance, the latter honoring her depiction of Tanya's battle with . Her work continued to be recognized with a nomination for Best Dramatic Performance at the 2013 . The table below summarizes Joyner's key soap opera awards and nominations related to EastEnders:
YearAward BodyCategoryOutcome
2008Digital Spy Soap AwardsMost Popular ActressWon
2008Best ActressNominated
2008Best Dramatic PerformanceWon
2009Best ActressNominated
2012Best ActressNominated
2012Best On-Screen Partnership (with Jake Wood)Won
2012Best Dramatic PerformanceWon
2013Best Dramatic PerformanceNominated

Other awards

Early in her career, Joyner received the 'Friends' prize for acting from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama upon her graduation in 1999, awarded for her one-woman performance in The Woman Who Walked Into Doors. This recognition highlighted her emerging talent in stage work, which she further demonstrated through a production of the same play that earned a at the c. 2001. In 2006, Joyner won the for Best Female Comedy for her roles in the Channel 5 sketch show Swinging. This international honor marked a significant early accolade in her career. For her later television work, Joyner earned a for Best in a Single Drama or Drama Series (Female) at the 2015 RTS North West Awards for her role in Ordinary Lies, a for - Female at the 2018 RTS Midlands Awards for her role as Luella Shakespeare in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators, and a for at the 2021 Awards for Ackley Bridge.
YearAward BodyCategoryWorkOutcome
1999Royal Welsh College of Music & DramaFriends' Prize for ActingThe Woman Who Walked Into DoorsWon
2006Rose d'OrBest Female Comedy PerformanceSwingingWon
c. 2001Edinburgh Festival FringeFringe First AwardThe Woman Who Walked Into DoorsWon
2015RTS North West AwardsBest Performance in a Single Drama or Drama Series (Female)Ordinary LiesNominated
2018RTS Midlands AwardsActing Performance - FemaleShakespeare & Hathaway: Private InvestigatorsNominated
2021TV Choice AwardsBest ActressAckley BridgeNominated

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