FATHER Ted star Pauline McLynn is joining EastEnders to play Charlie Cotton's mother.
Show bosses said the Irish actress, who also starred in Shameless, will have "a recurring guest role" as Yvonne Cotton.
McLynn, who played housekeeper Mrs Doyle in the sitcom, will be seen on screen next month.
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