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Tamzin Outhwaite: EastEnders' 'Doof-Doof' Still Triggers Me
1 Feb
Summary
- Tamzin Outhwaite revealed the 'doof-doof' sound still triggers her.
- She linked the sound to intense storylines and character emotions.
- Outhwaite will star in a touring production of Abigail's Party.
Tamzin Outhwaite, known for her role as Melanie Owen in EastEnders, appeared on "Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh" on February 1, 2026. During the show, she revealed that the soap's signature "doof-doof" cliffhanger sound effect still triggers her.
Outhwaite explained that the sound reminds her of the highly emotional and demanding storylines she experienced as Mel Owen. She likened the feeling to being taken back to a time of intense character distress. Her friend sometimes plays the sound effect on his phone, which still amuses people.
In other news, Tamzin Outhwaite has secured the lead role of Beverly in a new touring production of the classic British play "Abigail's Party." The Stratford East production is scheduled to commence its run in June 2026 at Malvern Theatres, with subsequent performances in various other locations across the UK.
