Kara Tointon

Kara Tointon is "really upset" her 'EastEnders' character is having an affair. The 25-year-old actress - who plays randy barmaid Dawn Swann in the BBC soap - hates having to portray a love cheat.

She said: "I'm really upset that Dawn is hurting Garry again. I can't believe she didn't learn her lesson the last time things went wrong. Viewers have been telling me not to break his heart - everyone loves Garry!"

Kara - who was axed from the programme in March and will be written out of the script this summer - wishes she could sit down with her alter ego and give her a few home truths.

She added: "I'd tell Dawn to move away from Albert Square - she's not having much luck there. Seriously though, she needs to wake up and not be so selfish. She's got a lovely set-up with Garry and her little daughter Summer. She should see that and enjoy it."