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A former EastEnders star has revealed what gay couples were ‘not allowed’ to do during his time on the BBC soap.

Actor John Partridge famously played Christian Clarke on Albert Square , initially starring in the series from 2008 until 2012.

Briefly returning for stints in 2015 and 2015, the brother of Ian Beale’s wife Jane was one of the most popular characters during his time on the programme.

Christian was best known for his turbulent relationship with Marc Elliot’s Syed Masood in a groundbreaking storyline.

Syed’s family were against the relationship and constantly urged him to be in a relationship with Amira Masood, who was played by Preeya Kalidas .

After years of the characters working up the courage to follow their hearts, Syed and Christian left Walford to

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