Ricky Norwood suspended from soap

Ricky Norwood has been suspended from the soap for two months after reportedly being videoed smoking cannabis.

Show bosses announced the decision today (April 1) after meeting with the actor following weekend tabloid reports.
An EastEnders spokesperson told Digital Spy: "Ricky Norwood has been suspended from the show for a period of two months with immediate effect.

"In addition, Ricky would like to apologise to EastEnders' viewers for any offence caused and for bringing the show into disrepute."

Norwood hit the headlines on Sunday (March 30) as details emerged of a video which allegedly shows him smoking cannabis and performing a sex act during a Skype chat.

The video was reportedly filmed recently and captured by a woman who the 28-year-old had met online.
Norwood has been appearing on EastEnders as Arthur 'Fatboy' Chubb since 2010. He won the Most Popular Newcomer prize at the National Television Awards in 2011 for his portrayal of the character.

Fatboy's latest storyline has seen him comforting Albert Square favourite Dot Branning (June Brown) following the death of her wayward son Nick.